• Virgin Media O2 Business has been chosen by the Office for National Statistics to supply anonymised and aggregated O2 Motion data to be embedded into the Integrated Data Service (IDS).
• This collaboration provides governmental bodies valuable UK movement insights, to make informed data-driven policy decisions regarding public health, regional growth, climate change, jobs and skills.
• The IDS serves as a convenient cloud-based platform, providing cost-effective access to a rich data repository, empowering users with valuable information readily available at their fingertips.

Virgin Media O2 Business has been selected by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) as a strategic partner to provide mobility data.  The anonymised data will be used to support UK Government work at national and local levels, providing insights that reveal population dynamics, travel patterns, and other movement trends.

From today, mobile network insights from Virgin Media O2 Business’ anonymised and aggregated data service, O2 Motion, will be available on the Integrated Data Service (IDS). The IDS is a cloud-based cross-government data sharing service delivered by ONS, to enable faster and more efficient decision-making across key policy areas.

The IDS is the first data sharing platform of its kind, acting as a collaborative service that enables co-ordinated data analysis to better inform policy decisions made at local and national levels.  Accredited researchers can access O2 mobility findings on the IDS, eliminating the need for additional data agreements and providing a more cost-effective solution for government users.  Integration of O2 Motion mobility insights into the IDS will allow users to harness the power of data to address complex societal challenges facing public health, regional growth, climate change, jobs and skills.

Beyond the IDS platform, O2 Motion data will also be integrated with ONS surveys and administrative data sources to create a series of future publications covering topics like small area population estimates. These will be accessible on the ONS website as part of a regular release, which will be publicly available. With access to topical publications and weekly movement data updates, the IDS will empower policymakers, researchers, and the public to make informed decisions that drive positive outcomes across various domains, contributing to a smarter, more connected future for the UK.

Currently operating in public beta, the IDS platform and data releases will scale at pace over the coming months with a planned pipeline of additional and transformational capability, data, projects and users onboarded. The O2 Motion data is already available on the platform and will be updated on a weekly basis to enable real time analysis. To find out more or request access, visit the IDS website: https://integrateddataservice.gov.uk/.

Geoff Wappett, Head of AI and Data Insights at Virgin Media O2 Business, said: “We are proud to extend our partnership with the Office for National Statistics (ONS) and to integrate our aggregated and anonymised O2 Motion data into their Integrated Data Service (IDS).  Generated from billions of daily network events, our mobile data will provide governmental organisations and officials with reliable information to inform their work addressing major societal challenges at pace. Beyond numbers, the IDS platform and our wider work with ONS will ensure quality insights are easily accessible to support data-driven decision making.”

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• Millions of customers on bundled contracts with EE and Three are set to pay an extra £50m towards the cost of their devices as annual hikes hit bills
• Customers who are out of contract at risk of a price triple whammy as annual hikes set to hit device repayments, airtime tariffs and phones that have already been paid for
• Virgin Media O2 is urging customers to split, switch, save and share to avoid overpaying for their smartphones

New research from Virgin Media O2 reveals that millions of consumers who have mobile phone contracts with EE and Three are set to receive a price rise ‘double whammy’ on bills this year in a move costing Brits tens-of-millions of pounds.

Both operators have millions of customers on classic bundled deals that combine the cost of a handset with the cost of a data plan. With customers’ entire monthly bills subject to annual inflationary price hikes, which are due to take effect next week, millions are about to receive a double hit as prices go up for both their phones and their data, minutes and texts.

Operators typically buy handsets for a fixed cost from manufacturers. The cost is then passed onto consumers who pay off the cost of the devices through their monthly bills. However, with millions of people on bundled contracts set to receive price increases on devices too, many will find themselves being charged more than the recommended retail price for their phone over the life of their contract.

The analysis reveals customers on bundled contracts with EE and Three are set to pay an extra £50m towards their devices across 2023 and 2024 due to this price rise double-whammy. The average impacted EE customer will be asked to pay out over £80 more for their phone over this period, while impacted Three customers will fork out an additional £70 for their devices due to these rises.

Worryingly, bundled contracts put consumers at risk of a price rise triple-whammy. When these contracts end, consumers receive little to no discount and continue to be charged the same amount each month by their provider despite having paid off their devices.  Even after the contracts have finished, bills are still subject to annual price rises meaning not only are these customers paying for handsets they’ve already paid for, they’re at risk of being asked to pay even more every month for phones that are rightly theirs.

Virgin Media O2 has been campaigning to stop the ‘Smartphone Swindle’ since May of last year and estimates handset overpayments are costing consumers across the country over half a billion (£530m) every year, with the average impacted consumer  worse off by more than £200.

O2 was the first major operator to introduce split contracts more than a decade ago with O2 Refresh. These contracts clearly separate the cost of the device from the cost of the airtime (data, minutes and texts) so customers stop paying for their handset at the end of their deal.

By automatically and fully reducing customer bills once the handset has been paid off, Virgin Media O2 has protected direct customers from making additional payments towards their phone, a simple  mechanism that the overwhelming majority (80%) of Brits support.

Split contracts also shield consumers from bill shock as annual price increases only apply to airtime plans – which typically make up less than half of the total phone bill. Polling shows almost two thirds (65%) of Brits were unaware this was the case.

Rob Orr, Chief Operating Officer, Virgin Media O2 said: “In 2013, we led the mobile industry by launching O2 Refresh, the market’s first split contract. Not only does this protect consumers from paying extra for their devices whilst in contract; it also means they’ll never pay for a phone that’s rightfully theirs once the deal comes to an end.

“Since we first called on the industry to ‘Stop the Smartphone Swindle’, consumers have forked out the best part of £500m paying for phones they already own. This impending price rise double, or even triple, whammy is set to only worsen the problem.”

Virgin Media O2 is urging consumers to use its online calculator to check if they’re overpaying for their smartphones and to follow four simple steps to prevent it from happening in the future:

Split – your device and airtime wherever possible

Switch – if you are at risk of overpaying for your handset at the end of your contract and don’t have the option to split your bill, switch to another operator

Save – money by being aware of this issue and never overpaying for your handset

Share – tell friends and family if you think they might be paying for a phone they already own

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Brand new show, ITV Studio Sessions, brought to you by Priority from O2 and hosted by Clara Amfo will air this May on ITV1 and ITVX and STV. 

ITV announces a brand-new music show ITV Studio Sessions in partnership with Priority from O2 and Lifted Entertainment, part of ITV Studios.

ITV Studio Sessions aims to champion top talent and exciting emerging artists from the UK. The 6-part series will deliver an immersive, one of a kind 30’ with each episode giving fans in the audience and watching at home an intimate experience, all expertly led by one of music’s most celebrated broadcaster, podcast host and tastemaker – Clara Amfo.

The show will platform some of the most talented UK musicians as well as championing new singers with Becky Hill, Cat Burns, Jess Glynne, Tom Walker, YUNGBLUD and BRIT award rising star winner Sekou, as they perform new music, old favourites and one-of-a-kind covers allowing audiences to enjoy the artists in a whole new light.

The six artists will take the stage in front of an audience of Priority members in O2 Blueroom which resides inside the UK’s most iconic music venue, The O2.

ITV and O2 share a rich legacy in music and connecting fans to experiences they love. From ITV’s broadcasting of The BRIT Awards and An Audience with Kylie, to O2’s heritage within the industry – offering early access to the most sought-after tickets in entertainment and O2’s exclusive Priority Gig series which has seen iconic talent such as Sam Fender and Anne-Marie headline intimate shows for customers.

Audiences will also get to discover the stories that inspired the artists’ work as Clara will interview the artist between songs, finding out how their tracks have had an impact on their lives and what we can expect next.

Amfo is one of the UK’s most celebrated award-winning broadcasters, best known for her work on BBC Radio 1, hosting the prestigious Live Lounge and Future Sounds and most recently hosted The BRIT Awards 2024.

She has interviewed some of the world’s most renowned artists from Doja Cat, Dua Lipa, Kendrick Lemar, Sir Elton John and Billie Eilish, who personally requested Clara for her L.A. Special “Billie Eilish:Up Close”, whilst also supporting new and returning artists including Pink Pantheress, Raye, Sam Smith and The Last Dinner Party.

As a Trustee for London’s Royal Academy of Arts, she has a passion for making art more accessible. On TV, Clara has hosted Glastonbury, The Earthshot Prize, BAFTA Film, TOTP and sat as an esteemed guest judge on RuPaul’s Drag Race and ITV’s The Voice.

Host Clara Amfo said: “I am thrilled to be part of something brand new on ITV with Studio Sessions as I wholly believe that music performance on television is still such a treat for artists to do and for their fans to enjoy. As the host and consultant producer, I’m truly looking forward to having rooted conversations with our guests, so that audiences can learn something new about them and of course see them celebrate their most beloved and new songs!”

Katie Rawcliffe, Head of Entertainment Commissioning ITV said: “ITV Studio Sessions offers the perfect mix of music and insightful conversation, and I am delighted about this exciting new series starting this May. Clara is a dynamic presenter and has interviewed the biggest names in music and entertainment, making her the perfect host.”

Gareth Griffiths, Director, Partnerships and Sponsorship at Virgin Media O2, said: “Live entertainment sits at the heart of O2 and through this exciting partnership with ITV we’re giving our customers amazing access to some of the most popular music artists in the UK, up close and personal. We’ll be opening the doors of the O2 Blueroom to offer Priority members the opportunity to be part of the audience for these intimate sessions, which will then be broadcast on ITV for millions to enjoy. What better place to host than at The O2, the world’s number one live entertainment venue.”

Bhavit Chandrani, Director of BE Studio from ITV said: “Bringing shows like this to life is exactly why we launched BE Studio. Partnering O2 with ITV and ITVX has enabled us to open up a fantastic platform for some of the biggest artists to really connect with their fans both via music and in vibrant conversation with Clara Amfo.”

Fiona Clark, Creative Director Lifted adds: “We have some of the best artists in the UK joining us for ITV Studio Sessions. All of them are unique in their own way, and will bring something different and exciting to the stage. We couldn’t be more thrilled.”

All of the episodes will be available to watch on ITVX from Friday 3rd May 2024 and will be exclusively broadcast on ITV1 every Friday night at 10.45pm.

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• Full-fibre broadband with top speeds of 2Gbps now available to more than 17,000 additional homes and businesses in Rotherham
• Rotherham residents can now sign up to broadband up to 30 times faster* than the local average
• Services are now available in Rotherham following investment by nexfibre, which is investing £4.5bn in the UK to build a new full-fibre wholesale network to 5 million homes by 2026

More than 17,000 homes and businesses in Rotherham can now access Virgin Media’s gigabit broadband services.

Customers in Rotherham can now sign-up to services including Gig2 broadband which offers top speeds of 2Gbps – 30 times faster* than local average. These hyperfast connections are perfect for busy households working remotely, streaming UHD TV shows and films, video calling friends and family and playing games online.

Virgin Media’s services are now available locally after work to bring full fibre connections to the area has been completed. The network has been built on behalf of nexfibre, which is investing £4.5bn to deliver high speed fibre to the home (FTTH) connections to 5 million homes across the UK by 2026. Virgin Media O2 is using this next-generation network to deliver its broadband and TV Stream services to homes and businesses in the area.

Julie Agnew, Managing Director of Fixed Network Expansion at Virgin Media O2 said: “17,000 more homes in Rotherham can now feel the benefit of Virgin Media’s services – with packages that include everything from next generation multigigabit broadband to easy-to-use TV streaming and entertainment services.

“These ultrareliable full fibre to the home broadband connections come with speeds – up to 30 times faster than local average – providing total peace of mind that whatever you’re doing online, you’ll never be slowed down by your service.”

Rajiv Datta, CEO at nexfibre said: “We’re proud to be able to facilitate access to futureproof hyper-fast fibre to more than 17,000 premises in Rotherham, thanks to our multi-million pound in investment. We continue on our mission to build and expand our network in suburban and semi-rural areas, and play our part in helping to close the digital divide and boost the UK economy.”

Virgin Media O2 is leading Britain’s gigabit charge with speeds of 1,000Mbps+ available across its entire network. The company invests around £2bn a year in its networks and services and is also in the process of upgrading its entire fixed network to full fibre to the home (FTTH) technology over the coming years.

In addition to its ultrafast broadband network, Virgin Media O2’s mobile network covers 99% of the nation’s population with 4G, with the business also rolling out 5G services to bring the latest mobile connectivity to more parts of the country. O2 is the only mobile network operator not to have reintroduced roaming fees in Europe and customers can save week-in week-out through Priority – its reward scheme which gives exclusive access to offers, prize draws, competitions, and presale tickets.

Customers of both Virgin Media and O2 can supercharge their services and reap extra rewards through Volt. Alongside double mobile data, roaming in 75 countries, new and existing customers who take a Virgin Media broadband service and an eligible O2 Pay Monthly plan will receive a broadband speed boost to the next tier available – meaning customers on a 500Mbps Virgin Media package could be boosted to Gig1 at no extra charge.

nexfibre is a joint venture between InfraVia Capital Partners, Liberty Global and Telefónica and is financed with £4.5 billion of equity and debt investment. It will initially roll out fibre to 5 million homes not currently served by Virgin Media O2’s network by 2026, with the opportunity to expand to an additional 2 million homes. Virgin Media O2 is the anchor tenant of this joint venture and provides build services to nexfibre. Taken together, nexfibre and Virgin Media O2 will cover up to 23 million premises or around 80% of the UK later this decade.

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Notes to Editors

*The average (median) broadband speed in Northumberland is 54.8 Mbps. Source: Ofcom, Connected Nations Report 2022, published 15 December 2023.

nexfibre is a next generation broadband company on a mission to deliver high-speed fibre to the home (FTTH) to millions across the UK. It is a joint venture between InfraVia Capital Partners and Virgin Media O2’s shareholders, Liberty Global and Telefónica

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• Sophie Ellis-Bextor will take to the stage at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday 20 April for the England (Red Roses) v Ireland Guinness Women’s Six Nations match
• The British pop sensation will perform fan favourites at half-time, such as “Murder On The Dancefloor”, which is back in the charts for the first time in 20 years due to featuring in hit movie, Saltburn
• The performance, co-funded by the RFU and O2, aims to draw in huge crowds as people get behind the Red Roses, the world’s number one ranked women’s team
• Almost 60,000 fans attended the Red Roses’ Six Nations title decider with France in April last year with the Red Roses victorious and winning a record 18^th Six Nations titles
• Tickets for this unmissable event can be purchased here

British pop icon, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, will take to the stage at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday 20 April during the England (Red Roses) v Ireland Guinness Women’s Six Nations fixture.

Ellis-Bextor has achieved worldwide fame throughout her illustrious career and has recently experienced a return to the charts following the inclusion of her music in the BAFTA Nominated film, Saltburn (2023).

Having made her UK Official Chart debut in 2001, she has gone on to release six top 10 singles in the UK charts including fan favourites such as “Murder On The Dancefloor”, “Take Me Home” and “Mixed Up World”, achieving multi-platinum selling status.

The Guinness Women’s Six Nations match between the Red Roses and Ireland will take place at the Home of Rugby, Twickenham Stadium, after last year’s fixture between England and France saw almost 60,000 fans in attendance – the largest ever crowd for a women’s rugby match.

More than 30,000 tickets have already been sold for the fixture, with numbers set to rise for the chance to see the world’s top team in action. Ticket prices start from £20* for adults and £5 for children and include the unique performance from Sophie Ellis-Bextor as well as the opportunity to get behind England’s national women’s team.

O2, the RFU and Women’s Sport Trust launched a partnership in March 2023 to help close rugby’s gender awareness gap with one of its key objectives to fill Twickenham Stadium for a women’s rugby match by 2025.

O2, Principal Shirt sponsor of England Rugby, also pledged in its recent contract renewal to equal spend parity across its men and women’s marketing activity.

The Red Roses are the number one ranked women’s rugby team in the world having won the Six Nations a total of 18 times, including 16 Grand Slam wins and two World Cup victories.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor, said: “I can’t wait to perform at Twickenham Stadium as part of this incredible occasion and I’m hugely looking forward to getting the crowd dancing at half-time to show support for the brilliant Red Roses as they take on Ireland.”

Alex Teasdale, RFU Executive Director Women’s Game, said: “We’re really pleased to have the Red Roses back at Twickenham for their second standalone match. Having Sophie Ellis-Bextor perform, to an anticipated crowd of over 40,000, will add great half-time entertainment to the already amazing action on the pitch.  We’re sure the crowd will love her performance.”

Gareth Griffiths, Director, Partnerships and Sponsorship at Virgin Media O2, said: “The incredible Red Roses, the number one ranked women’s rugby team in the world, are back at Twickenham for a second year running. With such amazing talent on the pitch, as well as a half time performance by pop icon Sophie Ellis-Bextor, it has the makings of a fantastic day out for the family on what will be another momentous occasion for women’s rugby and women’s sport.”

For those looking to purchase a ticket for the Red Roses v Ireland match at Twickenham Stadium, O2 is offering Priority members an exclusive £5 discount (Category 1 ticket offer price of £25, usually £30). Customers can also enjoy even more match day perks on Priority, including 20% off at Twickenham Store. For more information, click here.

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* Category 3 ticket price

Notes to Editor

Ticket Category overview:

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• All deals can be found here: O2 | Phone, SIM & Tech Deals – See What You Can Do 

From now until 17 April 2024, O2 customers can benefit from huge discounts on a range of handsets including iPhone 15, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, Sony Xperia 1 V and iPad 10th Gen 64GB.  

As well as savings, customers can also get their hands on added extras including a Sony TV worth £499 when they purchase the Sony Xperia 1 V or a prepaid Mastercard worth £200 or more when they choose a 30GB or higher tariff on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 256GB, the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Google Pixel 7a. 

Smartphone	Added extra	Cost for 36 contract per month	Data allowance	Upfront fee
Sony Xperia 1 V	Claim a Sony TV worth £499 (ends 3rd April 2024)	£56.25	1GB	£30
iPhone 15 128GB	Save £105 (ends 17 April 2024)	£50.06	150GB	£30
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 256GB	Claim a £200 prepaid Mastercard on tariffs of 30GB and above (ends 3 April 2024)	£65.54	30GB	£30
Google Pixel 8 Pro	Claim a £250 prepaid Mastercard on tariffs of 30GB and above +   or   Claim a Fitbit & Google Pixel Buds worth £288 (ends 3 April 2024)	£56.91	30GB	£30
Google Pixel 7a	Claim a £200 prepaid Mastercard on 30GB tariffs and above (ends 3 April 2024)	£42.19	30GB	£30
iPhone 14 Pro 128GB	Get £200 upfront discount (ends 3 April 2024)	£50.53	25GB	£0
iPhone 15 Pro	Save £48 (ends 17 April 2024)	£57.66	150GB	£30
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 256GB	Get £300 upfront discount (ends 3 April 2024)	£66.23	25GB	£0

On top of smartphone savings, O2 customers can also benefit from a range of perks including:  

• EU roaming: O2 is the only major UK network to offer inclusive EU roaming as standard, up to 25GB. Customers can enjoy using their airtime as they would at home while they’re away for no extra cost. 
• Priority from O2: Virgin Media broadband and O2 customers get exclusive access to Priority from O2, which offers a variety of deals and discounts as well as pre-sale ticket access to the hottest gigs in town. 
• O2 Extras: O2 customers can get their hands on Disney+, Amazon Prime, Amazon Audible or many more, free on O2 for up to 6 months depending on their tariff.   
• O2 Recycle: With O2 Recycle consumers (including non-O2 customers) can get £330 on average when they trade in an iPhone, helping them to pocket some extra cash or put it towards a new device. 
• Flexibility: O2 customers have the flexibility to choose a mobile plan that suits their budget, including the upfront cost they pay and the length of their 0% APR Device Plan. They can also flex their data allowance up or down each month to ensure it suits their needs.  
• Split contracts: O2 is the only major UK network operator to automatically and fully roll down all direct customers onto an airtime only plan at the end of their contract, ensuring they never overpay for a phone they already own. 

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Virgin Media O2 and environmental charity, Hubbub, are providing hundreds of tablets and smartphones to help people in need get online across the UK with a £400,000 device lending scheme.

The Tech Lending Community scheme, established in 2022, aims to tackle digital exclusion and electronic waste by providing second-hand devices to people in need, while also giving tech a second life, preventing it ending up in landfill.

As part of a new round of funding, homelessness charities, Centrepoint and Thames Reach will receive more than 500 tablets and smartphones, which will be powered by free O2 mobile data from the National Databank – which was set up by Virgin Media O2 and charity, Good Things Foundation.

The charities will distribute the devices via their services across the country so they can be loaned to those they support to help them improve their digital skills and access essential online services such as applying for jobs, locating food banks, booking medical appointments, and contacting loved ones.

In addition, Refuge, a charity which supports women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, and received 250 tablets from the initiative in 2022, will continue to receive funding and support to run their device lending scheme.

The project is supported by Reconome which has sourced, wiped, and refurbished the second-hand devices.

The initiative forms part of Virgin Media O2’s sustainability strategy, the Better Connections Plan, and is one of the ways the company will reach its goal to connect one million digitally excluded people through free and affordable connectivity and services by the end of 2025.

Lending scheme goes from strength to strength

Since the launch of the Tech Lending Community scheme, more than 750 people have been loaned a tablet for up to six months at around 50 community centres, temporary accommodation, or refuge sites nationwide.

The devices and data are helping to transform people’s lives.

Sara* said:

“Being able to borrow this device has uplifted my mental health and brought joy into my life. I can now connect with my kids through video calls, share my dance videos, and witness their excitement and encouragement first-hand.”

John* said:

“The tablet lending programme made it possible for me to achieve my goal. I can now look for work in the construction field with confidence and hope for a better future.” 

Dana Haidan, Chief Sustainability Officer at Virgin Media O2, said:

“We know that having data and devices can be a lifeline for people in need, enabling them to access essential websites, from applying for jobs, to accessing medical appointments, and to stay in touch with loved ones.

“That’s why initiatives like The Tech Lending Community scheme and National Databank are vital in addressing digital exclusion and data poverty, and help to transform people’s lives in communities across the UK.”

Alex Robinson, CEO of Hubbub, said:

“The Tech Lending Community (TLC), in partnership with Virgin Media O2, has shown us the tangible impact a second-hand device coupled with free connectivity can have on someone’s life. Beneficiaries of the project have been able to access job support and stay in touch with friends, things that those of us who own smart devices can take for granted.

“Hubbub is thrilled to be launching a second phase of TLC, working alongside homelessness charities Thames Reach and Centrepoint, and Refuge, a charity supporting women and children experiencing domestic violence, to provide an additional 520 tablets and smartphones for them to lend to their service users. We are proud to continue doing work to bridge the digital divide in the UK, whilst keeping tech in circulation for longer.”

Jodi Leedham from Refuge said:

“We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with Hubbub and Virgin Media O2 once again to support women in our services by providing safe access to technology. Many of the women we help have experienced technological and economic abuse, but through this vital program, we empower them and give them the tools they need to confidently utilise technology and navigate the digital world safely. By doing so, we can support survivors to reclaim their independence and rebuild their lives on their own terms.”

Lisa Waring, Head of Partnerships at Centrepoint, said:

“We are really excited to be working with Hubbub on this project funded by Virgin Media O2. The Tech Lending Community will make a huge difference to the young people we work with here at Centrepoint, giving them access to technology by being able to lend second-hand devices.”

Peter Charalambides, Area Manager for Prevention at Thames Reach, said:

“I’m immensely proud of our dedicated team and grateful to Hubbub and Virgin Media O2 for their unwavering support in our mission to support people at risk of, recovering from, or currently experiencing homelessness.

“Through the Tech Lending Community scheme, we’ve enabled individuals to effectively manage their affairs and navigate vital systems, improving their well-being and facilitating a transition to more stable, long-term accommodation.

Nick Rawkins, Founder and CEO at Reconome, said:

“We’re extremely proud to be building towards a brighter future where everyone, regardless of where or to whom they were born, can access the opportunities technology offers: a great education, healthcare, career, and finding their life’s passion. We’re proud of our continued work to support the Tech Lending Community and exploring innovative and necessary models where we reuse technology and provide devices to those in need at scale.”

 

*Names have been changed.

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