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Vodafone operates mobile and fixed-line networks and businesses in more than 20 countries. Its largest market is Germany, where it is the second mobile operator after Deutsche Telekom and owns a cable network after acquiring Kabel Deutschland in 2013 and Liberty Global Germany in 2019. In the UK it acts as a mobile operator and is attempting a merger with CK Hutchison as of 2024. In 2024 Vodafone also divested its Spanish and Italian divisions, given their low returns on invested capital.

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지난주 이들 대형주들은 최고의 성과를 거두었다. 그것들이 당신의 포트폴리오에 있나요? 마이크로스트레티지(NASDAQ:MSTR)의 주가가 비트코인 가격 상승 이후 30.10% 상승했다. 먼데이닷컴(NASDAQ:MNDY)의 주가는 예상보다 나은 1분기 재무 결과와 예상보다 높은 2분기 FY24 매출 지침에 따라 주가는 25.97% 상승했다. 몇몇 분석가들은 이 회사의 목표 가격을 높였다.

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AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASTS#NASDAQ">ASTS</a>) shares are trading higher premarket on Monday. The company disclosed a definitive long-term commercial agreement with Vodafone Group Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOD#NASDAQ">VOD</a>) through 2034.
This partnership marks a significant advancement in their efforts to expand <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/b42386929/ast-spacemobile-announces-definitive-commercial-agreement-with-vodafone-through-2034" rel="noreferrer noopener">global broadband connectivity.</a>
The agreement establishes a framework for Vodafone to provide space-based cellular broadband connectivity in its home markets and to other operators through its Partner Markets program.
Since 2018, Vodafone has been a key investor and technology partner in AST SpaceMobile, contributing to major breakthroughs in direct-to-device 2G, 4G, and 5G connectivity.
Vodafone has now ordered its first Block 1 BlueBird gateway, advancing the deployment of AST SpaceMobile&#8217;s global network.
This gateway will enable users outside traditional coverage areas to connect directly to AST SpaceMobile&#8217;s satellites, routing data through Vodafone's network for broadband access.
The next-generation Block 2 BlueBird satellites, with communications arrays up to 2,400 square feet, will offer up to 10 times the bandwidth capacity of current BlueBird satellites.
This will enable peak data transmission speeds of up to 120 Mbps, supporting voice, full data, and video applications.
Last week, AST SpaceMobile collaborated with Cadence Design Systems to develop the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42295964/space-based-internet-gets-a-boost-ast-spacemobile-and-cadence-collaborate-on-high-bandwidth-satellite-chip" rel="noreferrer noopener">AST5000 ASIC for its BlueBird satellite program</a>.
Last month, AST SpaceMobile&nbsp;reported&nbsp;third-quarter revenue of $1.1 million and an adjusted loss of $1.10 per share, missing&nbsp;analyst estimates<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/space/24/11/41994523/ast-spacemobile-misses-q3-earnings-expectations-announces-new-launch-service-agreements" rel="noreferrer noopener"> for a loss of 20 cents per share</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the ASTS via&nbsp;Procure Space ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UFO#NASDAQ">UFO</a>).
Price Action: ASTS shares are up 9.52% at $27.73 premarket at the last check Monday.
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Oracle Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) will release its second quarter fiscal year 2025 results after the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ORCL/earnings"> closing bell on Monday, Dec. 9.</a>
Analysts expect the Austin, Texas-based company to report quarterly earnings at $1.48 per share, up from $1.34 per share in the year-ago period. Oracle is projected to report quarterly revenue of $14.12 billion, compared to $12.94 billion a year earlier, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Oracle recently strengthened its collaboration with Vodafone Group Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOD#NASDAQ">VOD</a>) Business IoT to provide global IoT connectivity for customers using Oracle's Enterprise Communications Platform (ECP) applications.
Oracle shares gained 2.9% to close at $191.69 on Friday.
Benzinga readers can access the latest analyst ratings on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/22/09/28888638/exclusive-study-finds-benzinga-analyst-ratings-data-yields-market-beating-strategie">Analyst Stock Ratings</a> page. Readers can sort by stock ticker, company name, analyst firm, rating change or other variables.
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<li>Guggenheim analyst John Difucci maintained the stock with a Buy rating and raised the price target from $200 to $220 on Dec. 5. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 63%.</li>
<li>Jefferies analyst Brent Thill maintained a Buy rating and boosted the price target from $190 to $220 on Dec. 5. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 79%.</li>
<li>RBC Capital analyst Alex Zukin initiated coverage on the stock a Sector Perform rating and a price target of $165 on Oct. 23. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 81%.</li>
<li>JMP Securities analyst Patrick Walravens maintained a Market Outperform rating and boosted the price target from $175 to $205 on Oct. 18. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 71%.</li>
<li>Bernstein analyst Mark Moerdler maintained an Outperform rating and increased the price target from $201 to $202 on Sept. 30. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 74%.</li>
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<a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fast-science.com%2F&amp;esheet=54163580&amp;newsitemid=20241208628293&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=AST+SpaceMobile%2C+Inc.&amp;index=1&amp;md5=6e98717b247209a99ac3a5b1b93c6e81">AST SpaceMobile, Inc.</a> ("AST SpaceMobile") (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASTS#NASDAQ">ASTS</a>), the company building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by everyday smartphones, designed for both commercial and government applications, and Vodafone Group Plc (Vodafone) (LSE: VOD), a leading European and African telecommunications company, announced today that they have entered into a definitive long-term commercial agreement through 2034. This is a significant step forward in their collaboration to expand broadband connectivity globally.

AST SpaceMobile and Vodafone Partner for Global Broadband Connectivity Through 2034

Following successful completion of its business support systems transformation, expansion and extension of existing agreement supports Vodafone Italy's commitment to bringing next-generation services and experiences to its customers
JERSEY CITY, NJ / ACCESSWIRE / November 12, 2024 / Amdocs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOX#NASDAQ">DOX</a>), a leading provider of software and services to communications and media companies, today announced a five-year extension of its strategic collaboration with Vodafone Italy. Under the new agreement, Amdocs will modernize the Italian service provider's business platform to cloud-ready and cloud-native solutions, and migrate the operator's business support systems environment to the Microsoft Azure cloud.
Designed to empower Vodafone Italy to deliver faster, high-quality and next-generation services and experiences to its customers, this new collaboration will also enable the service provider to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs. As part of the project, Amdocs will also continue to support Vodafone Italy's ongoing modernization of its IT systems.

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Vodafone Italy Extends And Expands Relationship With Amdocs To Modernize And Migrate Its Systems To The Cloud, Improving Operational Efficiency And Empowering New Innovative Services

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Reported Earlier, Vodafone Group H1 Total Revenue Increase By 1.6%, As Organic Service Revenue Growth Was Partially Offset By Adverse Foreign Exchange Movements

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Oracle Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) is strengthening its collaboration with Vodafone Group Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOD#NASDAQ">VOD</a>) Business IoT to provide global IoT connectivity for customers using Oracle&#8217;s Enterprise<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/n41737754/vodafone-business-iot-to-provide-global-connectivity-for-the-oracle-enterprise-communications-plat" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Communications Platform (ECP) applications</a>.
Leveraging Oracle Cloud Infrastructure&#8217;s high performance and security, ECP employs edge architecture to deliver seamless connectivity and near real-time data intelligence, enabling critical new services for businesses.
The platform leverages Vodafone&#8217;s Global SIM for cellular connectivity, enhancing Oracle&#8217;s diverse industry applications.
This integration enables industries to manage and connect IoT devices, facilitating a new wave of cloud-based services.
The combination of Oracle&#8217;s ECP and Vodafone Business IoT&#8217;s connectivity introduces capabilities like embedded AI, secure device lifecycle management, connection management, and advanced media routing and conferencing.
Erik Brenneis, CEO Vodafone Business IoT, said, &#8220;This collaboration will help customers to expand their operations and accelerate on a global scale with compliant connectivity in over 180 countries worldwide. We look forward to our ongoing partnership with Oracle, where we can connect more customers in more countries.&#8221;
Andrew&nbsp;Morawski, executive vice president and general manager, Oracle Communications commented, &#8220;By expanding our long partnership with Vodafone and bringing its extensive global network reach and IoT expertise together with Oracle&#8217;s, wide-ranging portfolio of industry suites, we can help create new ways to delight customers and deliver new revenue streams.&#8221;
Last month, Oracle disclosed its plan to pursue qualification as a Qualified Health Information Network (QHIN) under the Trusted Exchange <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41576526/oracle-takes-the-lead-in-healthcare-innovation-with-new-data-and-talent-solutions-details" rel="noreferrer noopener">Framework&nbsp;and Common Agreement (TEFCA)</a>.
Oracle Health's network will provide a centralized, secure gateway for healthcare data exchange, streamlining information sharing among hospitals, clinics, and insurers.
Investors can gain exposure to Oracle through&nbsp;Pacer Funds Pacer Data and Digital Revolution ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRFK#NYSE">TRFK</a>) and First Trust NASDAQ Technology Dividend Index Fund (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDIV#NASDAQ">TDIV</a>).
Price Action: ORCL shares are up 0.29% at $170.08 premarket at the last check Tuesday.
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Oracle Strengthens IoT Offerings With Vodafone's Global Connectivity Solutions

Oracle Communications Summit --&nbsp;Oracle is building on its partnership with Vodafone Business IoT to bring global IoT connectivity to <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4294520-1&amp;h=3217869142&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oracle.com%2Findustries%2Fenterprise-communications-platform%2F&amp;a=Oracle%27s+Enterprise+Communications+Platform">Oracle's Enterprise Communications Platform</a>&nbsp;(ECP) industry applications customers. Built on the high performance and security of&nbsp;<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4294520-1&amp;h=4155068230&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oracle.com%2Fcloud%2F&amp;a=Oracle+Cloud+Infrastructure">Oracle Cloud Infrastructure</a>, ECP uses edge architecture to give businesses the out-of-the-box connectivity and near real-time data intelligence required to power essential new services.
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The platform, which uses Vodafone's Global SIM for cellular connectivity, underpins Oracle's extensive portfolio of industry applications giving industries the ability to orchestrate, connect, and manage IoT devices and a new generation of cloud-based services. The combination of Oracle's ECP with Vodafone Business IoT's connectivity enables new capabilities such as embedded AI, secure device lifecycle management, connection management and advanced media routing and conferencing.
By integrating Vodafone's innovative Global SIM&nbsp;with Oracle's Enterprise Communications Platform, Oracle industry applications customers will benefit from near real-time communications capabilities with&nbsp;a secure and reliable connectivity service. Furthermore, with access to Vodafone's expansive IoT network of over 180 countries, businesses will have connectivity compliant with local regulatory requirements – meaning that they will be able to operate globally and grow more efficiently.

Oracle Expands IoT Capabilities with Vodafone to Boost Global Connectivity

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Vodafone Group Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOD#NASDAQ">VOD</a>) expanded collaboration with Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) with a 10-year deal to enhance services, devices, and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.vodafone.com/news/technology/vodafone-and-google-deepen-strategic-partnership-with-10-yr-deal" rel="noreferrer noopener">TV </a>experiences for customers in Europe and Africa, leveraging Google Cloud and Gemini models.
The deal is expected to provide storage, security, and AI assistance to Vodafone customers in 15 countries and partners in 45 additional markets.
Notably, Vodafone will expand access to Google&#8217;s AI-powered Pixel devices on its 5G network in Europe, while continuing to promote the Android ecosystem.
Also, Vodafone TV will become more personalized using Google Cloud&#8217;s AI for content search and recommendations, with plans to integrate Google Ad Manager for future advertising.
&#8220;Our expanded partnership with Vodafone will help bring our most advanced AI products and services, including our Gemini models, to more people across Europe and Africa,&#8221; said Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and Alphabet.
The companies will also expand their partnership with Google Cloud, using Vertex AI to deliver new services, and develop a cloud-native security service for Vodafone&#8217;s business customers with Google Cloud&#8217;s Security Operations platform.
By 2025, Vodafone plans to offer Google One AI Premium subscriptions, including Gemini Advanced, in select markets.
This month, Vodafone Group signed an agreement to create a logistics hub for mobile and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.vodafone.com/news/products/vodafone-to-create-pan-european-logistics-hub-in-luxembourg" rel="noreferrer noopener">fixed </a>network equipment in Europe.
Investors can gain exposure to VOD via&nbsp;Keating Active ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KEAT#NASDAQ">KEAT</a>) and&nbsp;Pacer Developed Markets International Cash Cows 100 ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICOW#BATS">ICOW</a>).
Price Action: VOD shares are trading flat at $9.69 at the last check Tuesday.
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Vodafone and Three's response to the CMA's Notice of Possible Remedies (Remedies Notice) has been published today.
Vodafone and Three disagree with the CMA's Provisional Findings. Our merger will be pro-growth, pro-customer, pro-investment and pro-competitive for the UK. It is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform UK digital infrastructure with £11 billion of network investment.
We continue to constructively engage with the CMA and remain confident that we can work with them to secure approval. Our response to the Remedies Notice contains several additional commitments, which we believe comprehensively address the issues they have raised.

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Milestone enables Vodafone Ireland to deliver superior customer experiences and operational excellence through a consolidated customer view and simplified architecture
JERSEY CITY, NJ / ACCESSWIRE / September 19, 2024 / Amdocs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOX#NASDAQ">DOX</a>), a leading provider of software and services to communications and media companies, today announced the successful completion of a unified single business support system (BSS) and operations support system (OSS) platform transformation for Vodafone Ireland, integrating mobile and fixed communication services into a single, streamlined system, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience.
The new platform provides a consolidated customer view, empowering front-line agents to make informed decisions, reducing errors, and streamlining processes. This transformation leads to a more automated, quicker, and consistent customer journey.

Vodafone Ireland Completes Unified Platform Transformation With Amdocs, Enhancing Customer Experience And Operational Efficiency

As Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) and Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) head for a potential Death Cross on their stock charts, a fierce competition between the two tech <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/40904071/intel-stock-rises-on-multibillion-dollar-aws-deal-u-s-chip-grant-boost-what-do-anal">giants rages on</a>.
Both companies are not only navigating stock market signals but also making significant strides in AI, shareholder returns, and strategic investments. Let's break down how they stack up.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Microsoft: AI Powerhouse, Shareholder Darling</h2>
Microsoft's stock might be teasing a death cross—a bearish technical indicator—but Wall Street analysts are anything but bearish. KeyBanc Capital Markets has maintained its Overweight rating on Microsoft with a sky-high price target of $490. This confidence is driven by Microsoft's explosive growth in AI, with a 60% quarter-over-quarter increase in Copilot AI customers and a big deployment with Vodafone (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOD#NASDAQ">VOD</a>).
Beyond AI, Microsoft is showing serious love to its shareholders. The tech titan announced a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40899780/microsoft-stock-is-moving-higher-tuesday-whats-going-on">10% dividend hike</a>, raising the payout to $0.83 per share, and introduced a new $60 billion share repurchase program. This comes as the previous $60 billion buyback program from 2021 wraps up. 
Microsoft's mix of strategic buybacks and increased dividends suggests it's on a mission to keep shareholders hooked while riding the AI wave.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Amazon: Leaner, Meaner, AI-Driven</h2>
Amazon, meanwhile, is in the midst of a major transformation. BofA Securities analyst Justin Post has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/40904754/amazons-leaner-structure-and-ai-chip-partnership-with-intel-could-boost-growth-bofa">reiterated his Buy rating</a> on Amazon with a $210 price target, betting on CEO Andy Jassy's vision for a slimmer, more efficient company.
By the end of first quarter of 2025, Amazon is expected to save $700 million annually through streamlining its workforce, reducing management layers, and enforcing a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/24/09/40887347/amazon-to-cut-management-layers-end-work-from-home">return-to-office mandate.</a>
But the real ace up Amazon's sleeve is AWS (Amazon Web Services). Amazon's multi-billion-dollar co-investment with Intel Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) in custom AI chips is set to give AWS a competitive edge in the ever-expanding AI landscape. 
With the AI arms race heating up, Amazon's bet on Intel's cutting-edge 18A chips positions AWS to tap into broad-based AI demand.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Technical Showdown: Death Cross Ahead?</h2>
While both Microsoft and Amazon stock are experiencing slight buying pressure and bullish momentum, the looming death cross—the point where the 50-day moving average dips below the 200-day moving average—casts a shadow over their technical outlooks.
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For Microsoft stock, the price remains above key moving averages, with its 50-day SMA at $423.17. 
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Similarly, Amazon stock&#8217;s price is above its key averages. 
Although these signals typically point to strength, the impending death cross hints at potential turbulence ahead for both.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Who's Winning?</h2>
In the AI arena, both companies are playing to their strengths: Microsoft with its rapidly expanding Copilot initiative and Amazon with its AWS dominance. 
However, Microsoft's aggressive shareholder-focused moves, including the buyback and dividend boost, may give it the edge for now. 
On the other hand, Amazon's operational streamlining could position it for stronger long-term growth, especially as it optimizes its workforce and fortifies AWS with custom AI chips.
As the battle heats up and the death cross approaches, Wall Street remains bullish, but cautious investors might want to keep a close eye on the charts.
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