1946 CE
Creation of ENTEL
The Argentine government creates the state-owned telecommunications monopoly ENTEL, laying the foundation for future telecom services. #telecom #history
Chronological Storyline (30 Milestones)
Nov 8, 1990 CE
Privatization of ENTEL
Telecom Argentina is formed as a consortium to acquire ENTEL's northern region, marking the start of private telecom in Argentina. #privatization #telecom
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1991 CE
Digitalization of network
Telecom Argentina begins deploying digital switching systems, improving call quality and capacity. #infrastructure #telecom
1992 CE
Launch of fiber optic backbone
Telecom Argentina deploys a national fiber optic backbone, enabling high-speed data transmission. #fiber #infrastructure
1994 CE
Initial Public Offering on BYMA
Telecom Argentina lists on the Buenos Aires Stock Exchange (BYMA) and NYSE, raising capital for expansion. #IPO #finance
1995 CE
Launch of Personal mobile brand
Telecom Argentina launches its mobile subsidiary under the brand Personal, entering the mobile market. #mobile #telecom )
1996 CE
Acquisition of Advance ISP
Telecom Argentina acquires internet service provider Advance, expanding into dial-up internet. #acquisition #ISP
1998 CE
Reaches 5 million mobile subscribers
Personal, the mobile arm, reaches 5 million subscribers, solidifying its market position. #milestone #mobile )
1999 CE
Launch of Arnet ADSL broadband
Telecom Argentina introduces ADSL broadband internet under the Arnet brand, revolutionizing home internet. #broadband #internet
2000 CE
Government imposes tariff freeze
The Argentine government freezes telecom tariffs amidst economic turmoil, impacting Telecom Argentina's revenue. #regulation #crisis
2002 CE
Debt restructuring after crisis
Following the Argentine economic crisis, Telecom Argentina renegotiates its debt with creditors. #finance #crisis
2005 CE
Telecom Italia gains control
Telecom Italia increases its stake to 68%, gaining controlling interest in Telecom Argentina. #M&A #telecom
By TIM S.p.A. - https://www.gruppotim.it/, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=97147994
2006 CE
Launch of 3G mobile services
Personal launches 3G services, enabling mobile data and internet access. #3G #mobile )
2007 CE
Deployment of FTTN network
Telecom Argentina begins deploying fiber-to-the-node, improving broadband speeds. #fiber #broadband
2009 CE
Launch of IPTV service
Telecom Argentina launches IPTV under the brand Telecom TV, entering the television market. #IPTV #TV
2011 CE
Launch of 4G LTE services
Personal launches 4G LTE in major cities, offering high-speed mobile data. #4G #mobile )
2012 CE
Acquisition of Cablevisión stake
Telecom Argentina acquires a minority stake in Cablevisión, a major cable TV operator. #investment #media )
By Unknown author - http://www.cablevision.com.ar/, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=11304651
2013 CE
Bond issuance for network expansion
Telecom Argentina issues $500 million in bonds to fund fiber optic and 4G expansion. #finance #expansion
2014 CE
Argentina Digital Law enacted
The new telecom law classifies telecom as a public service, increasing regulation. #regulation #policy
2015 CE
Reaches 20 million mobile subscribers
Personal reaches 20 million subscribers, maintaining strong market share. #milestone #mobile )
Oct 1, 2016 CE
Announcement of merger with Cablevisión
Telecom Argentina announces a merger with Cablevisión to create a quad-play operator. #merger #quadplay
Jun 30, 2017 CE
Completion of Cablevisión merger
Telecom Argentina completes the $8.5 billion merger with Cablevisión, becoming the largest telecom in Argentina. #merger #telecom
2018 CE
Unified brand strategy launched
Telecom Argentina unifies its fixed services under the Telecom brand, integrating Fibertel and Arnet. #branding #integration
May 1, 2019 CE
5G trial in Buenos Aires
Telecom Argentina conducts its first 5G trial in downtown Buenos Aires, showcasing future technology. #5G #trial
Mar 1, 2020 CE
COVID-19 response and network surge
Telecom Argentina reports a 50% increase in data traffic during the pandemic, investing in network capacity. #COVID19 #network
Feb 1, 2021 CE
Acquisition of Nextel spectrum
Telecom Argentina acquires 600 MHz spectrum from Nextel Argentina, boosting 5G capabilities. #spectrum #5G
2022 CE
FTTH reaches 10 million homes
Telecom Argentina's fiber-to-the-home network passes 10 million homes, expanding gigabit internet. #fiber #broadband
Jul 1, 2023 CE
Commercial 5G launch
Telecom Argentina launches commercial 5G services in Buenos Aires, becoming the first operator in Argentina. #5G #launch
Apr 1, 2024 CE
Bond exchange and debt refinancing
Telecom Argentina completes a $1.5 billion bond exchange to extend maturities and reduce interest. #finance #debt
2024 CE
Launch of 5G standalone core
Telecom Argentina deploys a 5G standalone core, enabling advanced applications like network slicing. #5G #technology