Live wires

Article Abstract:

Colt Telecommunications has expanded rapidly and gained a very high profile since it was founded in Oct 1993, even though it has not yet made any profit. It is benefitting from the fact that its business, communications networks, is regarded as having significant growth potential. It has also become a pioneer in deregulating European telecommunications markets, demonstrating a successful business model. It has only 2,500 customers, but they all invest heavily.

Comment:

Has reported rapid expansion and low profits

United States, Strategy & planning, Telecommunications Equipment, Communications Equipment Manufacturing, Telecommunications equipment industry, Telecommunications systems, Company Profile, Colt Telecommunications

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There's scope for more thinking inside the box

Article Abstract:

Latest set-top boxes have a wide range of capabilities. This means that gaining control of this technology is becoming increasingly important to pay television firms, software companies and games console producers. A key issue is the pricing of the latest boxes.

Electronic computers, Radio & TV communications equipment, Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing, CATV Addressable Converters, Information appliances, Equipment and supplies, Design and construction, Set-top boxes (Television), Pay-per-view television, Set-top boxes

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Time to adjust their set?

Article Abstract:

The difficulties facing ITV Digital, formerly known as OnDigital, are discussed. It has become a costly burden for shareholders Carlton Communications and Granada Media, and many analysts now regard it as a discretionary expenditure.

Television Broadcasting, Television broadcasting stations, Television broadcasting industry, Investments, Carlton Communications PLC, Granada Media PLC, ITV Digital

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