Telstra, Airspeeder take 5G to the skies
The companies have teamed to bring 5G communications to electric flying car racing in Adelaide.
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Telstra’s two hour delivery for iPhones, Samsung
The telco says its limited offer comes as demand for new devices is through the roof, thanks to the Covid pandemic.
Major claim about Robert-Smith emails: court
Ben Roberts-Smith’s emails could have been accessed as many as 101 times by two people, a court has been told.
Government the catch as Penn goes fishing
On Telstra’s investor day, CEO Andy Penn’s T25 strategy was to target a few important business sectors for growth. But none is as important as government business.
Penn ‘would support’ a Foxtel IPO
Telstra’s CEO Andy Penn has described the telco as a long-term holder of Foxtel, saying its content is ‘highly valued’.
Telstra 5G extras to come at a premium
Telstra customers can expect higher prices for their mobile plans in exchange for superfast 5G and other ‘experiences’ the telco has revealed.
Telstra chief in for T25 long haul
Telstra chief executive Andy Penn has affirmed his commitment to leading the telco as he unveiled his corporate vision for the next four years.
ASX closes up 0.6%, banks, CSL, BHP gain
Iron ore futures -12% in 2 days, ASX 200 gives up early strong gains, closing 0.6 per cent higher. Bank stocks, plus CSL, BHP, South32 gain. Jobless rate fell to 4.5% but employment dived.
Canva’s valuation soars to $54bn
Sydney-based online design Canva began life as an online tool to create school yearbooks and is now the fastest growing company in the nation’s history.
Telstra reaps rewards as Foxtel riches stream in
Telstra is continuing to reap the benefits of its stake in Foxtel, as the subscription streaming service builds on its sports and entertainment arms, Kayo and Binge.
Shell keen on renewables assets
Dutch multinational oil and gas company Shell is believed to be lining up in the contest for Meridian Energy’s $1bn Australian renewable energy business.
Telstra boss Penn to update on future: analysts
Investors can expect an update on chief executive Andrew Penn’s leadership at the telco giant’s highly anticipated investor day on Thursday, analysts say.
Directors must act over rising cyber crime: Telstra arm
Companies, like government, must help protect vulnerable Australians against cyber ‘warfare’, says Telstra Ventures.
Telstra infrastructure assets could be worth $30bn
Analysts are calculating how much Telstra could get for infrastructure assets, amid bets more will be put up for sale.
Telstra faces fight over vaccine mandate
The Communications Union says it will challenge the telco’s proposal to force vaccine dissenters into ‘medical retirement’.
Rewards for Telstra customers who get vaxed
If you’re a Telstra customer and get fully vaccinated the telco is ready to reward you with points and prizes.
Telstra to reward fully vaxxed customers
The telco will also change its network name on your phone from ‘Telstra’ to ‘Telstra #LetsVaxx’.
Lockdown fears hinge on family’s tests
A Queensland family has finally given permission to be tested after sneaking into the state from Melbourne; Greg Hunt blasts Annastacia Palaszczuk’s ‘moral failure’.
Crown betting on some Ziggy stardust
Respected company director Ziggy Switkowski will replace Helen Coonan as Crown’s chair as the company fights to retain its Victorian casino licence.
Switkowski poised to chair Crown
Outgoing Crown Resorts chairman Helen Coonan is set to be replaced by former Telstra chief and respected director Ziggy Switkowski.
Telstra eyes Meridian Energy
Telstra is believed to be considering an acquisition of Meridian Energy’s Australian business.
Vaccination worth $200 to Telstra workers
Telstra will reward fully vaccinated employees with a voucher equivalent to $200 that can be redeemed for gifts.
China launches gaming crackdown
China is reigning in excessive gaming among its young, branding it as ‘spiritual opium’.
Fully franked dividends a bonus of buybacks
Share buybacks have been conducted by companies such as BHP, Woolworths, Telstra and the banks, particularly after they have had profitable years.
T22 turnaround puts Telstra in sweet spot
After a three-year grind of implementing Telstra’s T22 strategy, most of which went rather unloved by the market, Andy Penn has the telco starting to hum again.
Penn sees turning point for Telstra
Telstra shares climbed by more than 4 per cent to their highest point in two years after CEO Andy Penn said the group has ‘reached an important turning point’.
Telstra limited to a minority stake in Digicel
Telstra chief executive Andy Penn is adamant Australia’s biggest telco will only pay a minority share in any deal for potential takeover target Digicel Pacific.
ASX ends flat, Rio and CBA down as insurers gain
The ASX 200 has ended the trading session at a record high daily close as falls in Rio Tinto, CBA and AGL were offset by insurers QBE and IAG. Telstra unveils $1.35bn buyback.
Telstra’s back on track
The telco with Andy Penn at the reins now has various strategic options for growth.
Telcos ‘misled NBN customers’ on speeds
Australia’s biggest telcos are facing Federal Court action for underperforming broadband plans.
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