News Summary:
On July 9, Claro marketing chief Marcio Carvalho, who has led marketing for the telecom operator since 2017, discussed industry challenges, emphasizing how digitalization provides consumers greater autonomy. Previously, on July 7, Claro, alongside Starlink and Hughes, submitted proposals to Colombia's Ministry of Information and Communications Technologies for rural satellite connectivity pilots, part of a 2026 call to expand internet access in underserved areas. Earlier that day, Claro Colombia announced a USD 3.2 million investment to upgrade its technological infrastructure in Pasto, which includes expanding the fiber-optic network, introducing 5G to the department's capital, and improving 4G and 5G FWA services. On July 6, Claro Ecuador launched 5G services in Ibarra and Portoviejo, extending its 5G footprint to 19 cities nationwide, following expansions last month to Manta, Loja, and Santo Domingo, with a goal of achieving nationwide coverage by year-end. This came after Claro Colombia announced on July 6 that it expanded its 5G network to 15 new cities, bringing its total coverage to 78 cities across the country.
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