Fixed operator strategies - 09/06/06

Level3 is to acquire Looking Glass Networks, a metro service provider, for $96m.

Sibirtelecom () plans to launch pilot WiMAX projects in cities of Tomsk, Novosibirsk and Irkutsk.

Triple T Broadband () has received a license to operate nationwide broadband Internet and fixed-line telephone services by the end of this year.

EMP (Empresa Publicas de Medellin) has taken over Colombian long-distance operator Orbitel, acquiring remaining 50% stake for $85m.

Verizon and DirecTV are launching wholesale triple-play service for CLECs.

Club Internet () will offer triple play services based on Microsoft TV software.