Deutsche Telecom CEO Says Expanding 'Big Time in the U.S.'

The transcript discusses Deutsche Telekom's expansion strategy in the US, highlighting significant growth and the introduction of T-Mobile TV to enhance customer experience. It also covers the company's consolidation efforts in Europe, focusing on infrastructure investment and network superiority. The support from the board for strategic decisions is emphasized, along with a comparison of market dynamics between the US and Europe. The potential of 5G technology and its future applications are also explored.

What is the primary strategy for Deutsche Telecom's growth in the US?

• Reducing customer base

• Organic growth with a focus on customer expansion

• Focusing solely on European markets

• Inorganic growth through mergers

What is the purpose of introducing T-Mobile TV according to the transcript?

• To enhance customer experience with added content

• To compete with Netflix

• To provide free internet

• To replace traditional mobile services

What is Deutsche Telecom's approach to infrastructure in Europe?

• Outsourcing infrastructure development

• Minimal investment

• Heavy investment to ensure superior network

• Focusing only on mobile services

What is the role of Deutsche Telecom's board in their strategic decisions?

• They are indifferent to the company's direction

• They oppose the current strategy

• They focus only on cost-cutting measures

• They fully support the strategic decisions

How is T-Mobile's success in the US perceived by Deutsche Telecom?

• As a model for European markets

• As a failure

• As irrelevant to their strategy

• As a temporary success

What potential does 5G technology hold for Deutsche Telecom?

• Cross-border benefits and new technological advancements

• Only benefits for the US market

• No significant potential

• Limited to fixed wireless access

What is Deutsche Telecom's approach to testing 5G technology?

• Focusing solely on European trials

• Conducting trials in both US and European markets

• Testing only in the US

• They are not testing 5G