Yesterday, the extraordinary general meeting of OTE shareholders was held without a hitch. During the meeting, the shareholders approved the changes to the organization's statutes (in order to adapt to the shareholder agreement of last May) while the purchase of the same shares in a price range was reauthorized 3-30 euro, from 15-35 euros provided for by the previous decision. OTE announced that to date it has not purchased its own shares.
Additional, the shareholders of OTE approved the member of the Board of Directors. of the organization Mr. P. Tamburlo as chairman of the company's Audit Committee. The other members of the Committee were Mr. Leonidas Evaggelidis and Mrs. Xeni Skorini. End, the positions of the members of the board of directors were announced to the shareholders of OTE. which had been held at the previous extraordinary general meeting of its shareholders 6/2/2009. It was also announced that Mr. Guido Kerchoff, was appointed as a non-executive member, in place of Dr. Carl-Gerhard Icke, and for the remainder of his term, that is, until the date of the regular general meeting of shareholders for the year 2011.

Letter to mobile phone companies, urging them to proceed with corresponding reductions, in view of the issuance by the European Commission of the new Roaming Regulation, who, reduces by 50% the maximum retail price for sending text messages (SMS) international roaming (from 20 with 22 eurominutes in 11 euro minutes), the president of EETT sent yesterday, Nikitas Alexandridis. At the same time, and given the reduction in international roaming SMS charges, the president of EETT urges the mobile companies to similarly reduce the charges for sending SMS within the country, which today reach the 10 to 13 euro minutes.

It seems more and more likely that the procedure for the withdrawal of Multirama from the Athens Stock Exchange will soon begin, as Panos Germanos continues to buy shares and the percentage he controls has now exceeded 73,1%. The process actually started last Wednesday when Mr. German transferred all his participation in the Vandervelle company, which belongs to 100% to the Greek businessman. Vandervelle subsequently acquired Viktoros Resti's interest (20,24%) but also other shares and given that the markets continue, it is expected that there will soon be a public proposal for its acquisition 100% of Multirama and its exit from the board.

The strengthening of the trust of Greeks towards electronic markets and the increase of penetration among citizens over 35 years, as well as the residents of several regions are the problems identified with regard to the penetration of the Internet in our country.
These conclusions emerge from the results of the 4th annual measurement of the Observatory for the Information Society that were made public last week. The research was carried out in the two months of October - November and they participated 5966 households and 1424 businesses.
According to the results, the 39,4% of Greek households now has access to the Internet at the population penetration rate (quarterly use is a prerequisite) to be formed in 38,8%. The increase in relation to 2007 she is impressive, since the respective rates were 30,2% (households) and 28,4% (population) and brings Greece a little closer to the averages of the European Union where the 60% of households has access to the Internet.
The increase, Nevertheless, seems to be solely due to the younger generation (15-34 years) where penetration rates approach those of the EU. On the contrary, gap continues to exist in ages 35 years and older. also, low rates of use are also observed in specific regions of the country (Continent, Thessaly and Western Macedonia).
According to Observatory officials, the change in user behavior is noticeable, who use the Internet for "advanced" services, as it is to watch and listen to the radio (44%), for internet telephony (18%), for online games (25%), for publishing content on sites (17%), while 9% of users has their own website or blog.
Where there is a significant lag compared to the rest of Europe is in electronic markets. The percentage of people who bought or ordered goods or services increased by just 3 percentage units in 8% of the population, while in the EU the corresponding number is at 24%. Additional, the use of online banking services showed a decrease from 13% the 2007 in the 12% the 2008, something that, combined with the low penetration of online shopping, shows that there is a trust problem on the part of Greek users.
The fact that Greek businesses do not show particular interest in electronic commerce also contributes to the relatively low rates of online shopping. It is characteristic that as soon as 0,36% of income in small businesses (1-9 workers) and 11% in the big ones (+10 workers) comes from internet sales. In the EU the 16% of revenue to businesses comes from their online stores. At least that 99% of the big ones and the 62% of small businesses have a computer, while the rates for Internet access are 96,6% and 50,9% respectively.

The separation of the activities in the area of ​​software and those of integrated solutions (integration) in two subsidiaries and the participation of the creditor banks in the equity capital of Altec through the universal restructuring of the debt, are the two main points of the latter's restructuring plan, which was finally signed last Wednesday. Although the percentage that the creditor banks will acquire was not announced (Rural, General, Eurobank, National, Commercial, Attica, Cyprus and Piraeus) may exceed the 50%. also, the plan includes the sale of Altec's proprietary properties, as well as holdings in various companies in order to reduce liabilities and strengthen liquidity.

Three new channels are available for conn-x TV viewers: το Discovery Channel, το ID Investigation Discovery, presented for the first time in Greece, and Bloomberg.
A key philosophy behind the success of the Discovery Channel is that reality is more interesting than fiction. This is also the reason why the channel presents true stories with excellent narrations. It returns in April on the Discovery Channel, through the Ultimate Survival series, Bear Grylls to face even greater challenges.
Discovery's new channel, ID Investigations Discovery, is shown for the first time in Greece by OTE's conn-x TV. Greece is among the first European countries to show ID Investigations Discovery. This is a channel that shows crime solving stories 24 24 hours a day and is based on scientific evidence. This new channel will enthrall the audience with its dramatic stories based on true facts.
Greek subtitles are available on both above channels.
Bloomberg TV broadcasts international business and financial news 24 24 hours a day. Live reports and analysis cover financial news, always with the professionalism and quality that characterizes the world's leading source of financial news, Bloomberg.

The Electromagnetic Field Measurements Laboratory in the Environment owned by Vodafone, received in March Certification from the National Accreditation System (ESYD), according to the requirements of the ELOT EN ISO standard / IEC 17025. This certification is the recognition of the orderly, scientific and reliable work of the Laboratory, for which it was evaluated by the competent national body. Vodafone is the only telecommunications company that has an ISO certified Laboratory of Electromagnetic Radiation Measurements in the Environment 17025. The laboratory is fully equipped and staffed with appropriate personnel, which prepares RF electromagnetic field measurements in accordance with national, international guidelines and standards, in order to ensure the correct operation of the network and strictly observe the limits of exposure to electromagnetic fields. The granting of the Accreditation Certificate makes the measurements of the Laboratory fully reliable and valid, while highlighting once again Vodafone's environmental character. The validity of the procedure will be safeguarded by the Laboratory Control which will be carried out at regular intervals by the ESYD.

Orascom Telecom ready for new acquisitions after compulsory sale to France Telecom of part of its stake in Egyptian mobile operator Mobinil with the French telco taking control of Mobinil. Orascom and France Telecom were the two shareholders of Mobinil Telecommunications, which controls it 51% of ECMS which uses the Mobinil trademark. Nevertheless, there were disputes and they went to court. On Sunday, the decision of an international arbitration court was in favor of France Telecom, which acquired it 100% of Mobinil paying approx 1,7 di. dollars by taking majority control of ECMS and can now consolidate the financial results of Egypt's largest mobile operator.
Η Orascom Telecom ελέγχει πάντως ακόμη ένα 20% of ECMS with the rest being on the stock exchange and it is no coincidence that Naguib Sawiris argued that the French should make a public offer. Μιλώντας στο πρακτορείο Zawya Dow Jones, Mr.. Σαουίρις δήλωσε ότι η Orascom εξετάζει τρεις περιπτώσεις εξαγοράς, μία στον αραβικό κόσμο και δύο στην Ασία.

One of the most ambitious plans to provide broadband to an entire country has been announced by the Australian government. The fiber optic network expected to be ready within the next eight years will cost - based on existing estimates- about the 43 di. Australian dollars (about 31 di. dollars) and shall belong against 51% in the state, which will make the biggest part of the investment.
Australia intended to license the development of a nationwide fiber optic network to private individuals, however, the relevant tender process was ultimately declared fruitless and the government decided to make the investment itself. On the other, private individuals are also expected to be involved, as half of the funds will come from the sale of government bonds. Nevertheless, the share of the private persons shall in any case be at 49%.

Ericsson continues to increase HSPA speeds for even better user experience and sustainable mobile broadband growth. Faster data transfer speeds provide users with an instant connection. With a simple click on a web link, the corresponding page is displayed immediately, even when many users are online at the same time.
Ericsson broke its own HSPA world record, with the world's first demonstration of MIMO multi-carrier HSPA technology, offering top downlink data speeds 56 Mbps. The increase in speed is achieved thanks to the combination of multiple-input-multiple-output technology (MIMO) with the technology of many telecommunications operators. MIMO technology enables higher peak data transfer speeds and increased spectrum efficiency, which means more capacity for the network.
The demonstration was conducted on an experimental design version of an Ericsson mobile broadband router with HSPA capabilities. The consumer device will be able to be used wherever there is a need for broadband access, by sharing a mobile broadband connection to multiple consumers, resulting in efficient use of high-speed broadband.
Alongside, the Swedish company presented its most advanced mobile broadband module, exclusively designed with innovative features to provide everyone with a richer and more affordable internet experience. The next generation module is the latest milestone for Ericsson, reinforcing the company's vision of making communication possible for everyone.
Ericsson's F3607gw mobile-broadband module for HSPA/GPRS/EDGE networks, which is due to be released in June, will provide enhanced functions and facilities through its innovative capabilities, reduced energy consumption, extended battery life and increased level of integration, limiting the number of parts needed and, consequently, of the cost. The new module will also provide built-in mobile broadband support for Microsoft Windows 7.

Η Kingston Technology, the world's largest independent memory products company, conducted a data security survey at the BETT technology education event, the results of which highlight the need to take effective measures for the security of personal and business data. The survey was conducted in 100 people from the technology sector, who were asked about the practices followed for data security in the companies they work for. Of them the 52% was not aware of any practices for removing data from terminals (workstations). The 46% claimed that it does not encrypt the files it transfers with USB sticks, while the 25% it rarely does. Once it 11% of respondents claimed that the company they work for has a strict policy, to avoid the removal of confidential data.

• Cosmote congratulated the KAE Panathinaikos team, major sponsor of the team, for their recent competitive performance, at a special event held at the company's main store in Marousi. Cosmote provided both the athletes and the training team with iPhone 3G devices, on the occasion of the recent availability of the advanced device from its commercial network, with programs for individuals and companies / professionals. The event was honored with their presence by the president of KAE Panathinaikos, Mr. Pavlos Giannakopoulos, the coach of the team Dimitris Itoudis, as well as the players of Kostas Tsartsaris, Antonis Fotsis and Michael Batiste.

• Microsoft announced the establishment of Microsoft Software-plus-Services (S+S) Incubation Center in Greece, which is the second center to open in the Central and Eastern Europe region in just four months. The presentation of the initiative took place on Friday 3 April at the Microsoft Innovation Center. The S+S Incubation Center aims to provide the necessary support to Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) in order for them to be able to adopt the new "Software as a Service" delivery model (Software as a Service), which is a key component of the Software + Microsoft Strategy Services. In this center ISVs will receive business guidance from specially trained staff, they will be offered the appropriate expertise, while they will have access to counseling services, as well as in an established network of hosting services (Hosting Services) for the most reliable and secure distribution of their applications to customers.

• Robbert Kuppens is the keynote speaker at this year's Cisco Expo 2009, which will take place on 28 and 29 April at “Theater”, Hellenic World Cultural Center, L. Piraeus 254. Mr. Kuppens is Chief Information Officer, European Markets by Cisco. Having more than 20 years of professional experience in IT Management in large enterprises (including KPMG – Nolan, Norton & Co., Digital Equipment and NCR Corporation), Kuppens is responsible for developing collaboration between Cisco European Markets IT teams and functions. also, it should be noted that this year's Cisco Expo has an enhanced online presence with both Facebook and Twitter pages.

• 35 from the leading companies covering almost all sectors of the market will participate in the Career Event organized by PricewaterhouseCoopers in Greece (PwC) in the framework of the "Discover a Leader" conference: Discover You”, which will be held on 29 April, at the Badminton Theatre. The conference is part of PwC's Corporate Social Responsibility program. The company's strategic choice is to provide opportunities and the necessary educational and professional guidance to young professionals and students, with the aim of contributing to the reduction of the disparity between supply and demand that prevails today in the labor market.

• The agreement with the shareholders of NetOne and Algonet ended in a "pat-kiout" as the pressure was great.
o Suppliers and payroll were decisively pushing to close the deal one by one.
o No due diligence was done before the MoU was signed.
o That would mean …broadband speeds!

• The game now comes down to OTE.
o It is, the only one who can withstand the pressure that is developing in the Greek economy, while most of his competitors are starting to add water to their wine.
o On Telecoms was valued at 30-35 million. euro, a particularly low amount compared to what he was asking for a year ago.
o And this, of course, drags the whole market along.
o This is what they see in OTE and feel more confident...

• The best, however, we heard from a competitor...
o "Three dead don't make one alive...".
o Your comments…

• Apart from the Govt, the succession discussions also began at OTE.
o Tamburla Dolphinology, as someone who attended the Intercontinental said.

• The positive comments about "Sir Nikos" are increasing.
o Not only from the franchisees whom he disappointed at the relevant event...
o But also through the company.
o What is certain is that the Voda reflectors have been improved, there are transfers and osonupo - say the residents in Tzavella- it will also be seen in the numbers!

• Why do they do hola in Andrianeiou;
o But... because on Friday they finished in second place and are going to the Champions League!

• Wind with a positive sign will blow in Kifisias after Easter.
o Please wait on your mobile keyboard…