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Speaker argued European telecoms need consolidation, stating "small is not necessarily nice," "inaction is not an option," and that companies must integrate vertically and horizontally to gain scale against U.S. and Chinese tech. The digitalization business requires massive scale and investment. Fragmented national players cannot compete, creating a powerful structural driver for M&A. WATCH the European Communications sector for accelerating consolidation, both cross-border and vertical, as a critical theme for value creation and competitiveness. National regulatory and political resistance could continue to block necessary cross-border deals.

Speaker confirmed Telecom Italia's board is evaluating a bid from Poste Italiane, calling it an "opportunity for the company" with potential synergy in customer platforms and digital sovereignty. Vertical integration with a service provider like Poste can increase footprint and portfolio services, aligning with the need for scale in digitalization. WATCH the potential acquisition as a market-driven event that could reshape the Italian telecom landscape and serve as a template for vertical integration in Europe. The market may reject the offer's valuation, or regulatory/political hurdles could block the deal.