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Verizon to cut 13,000 fixed line workers

Verizon to cut 13,000 fixed line workers
January 27, 2010 Written by James Middleton

US carrier Verizon Communications announced plans to cut a further 13,000 fixed line staff this year, as operating income for the fourth quarter of 2009 dropped 11.5 per cent year on year.

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Fixed broadband subs approach 500 mil.

Global fixed broadband subscriptions will reach half a billion in 2010
January 21, 2010 Written by James Middleton

Global fixed broadband subscriptions will reach half a billion in 2010, driven by continued growth in emerging markets, according to figures released by Informa Telecoms & Media on Thursday.

Tags; broadband, emerging markets, fixed, Africa, Asia Pacific, Broadband, Middle East, News & Analysis