Vodafone data traffic surges 50% due to coronavirus

Vodafone, the world’s second-largest mobile operator

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LONDON:
Vodafone, the world’s second-largest mobile operator, said the coronavirus crisis was causing data traffic on its networks to surge, with demand already rising 50% in some markets.

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The British company, which announced a plan on Wednesday to maintain network service and provide capacity for critical government functions, said it expected data to use to continue to increase.

 

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