Fixed operator strategies - 02/07/06

Telstra said it will not invest in new FTTN network (broadband fiber-based network to the Node) unless it gets required regulatory regime and can earn a competitive return.

Easynet (UK) launched a local network Ethernet service for business users in the UK. The service uses Ethernet in the first mile (EFM) technology.

KT and SKT (both in S. Korea) launch commercial wireless broadband services (WiBro) in Seoul, and gradually expand the service coverage according to market demand and profitability.

Teliasonera will build a nationwide, 3000-terminal connections, IP-based network for Veikkaus' game company.

Tele2 is in talks for selling its French business to Neuf Cegetel for about €400m. Tele2 has 300k DSL subscribers.