The future of MVNOs – The Vodafone/Three UK merger, regulation & market opportunity
In this episode of Gamma’s Service Provider Podcast, Mike Mills, Managing Director – Service Provider at Gamma, is joined by James Gray, Managing Director of Graystone Strategy, to continue exploring the mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) space — this time through the lens of market disruption, regulation, and strategic growth. They discuss the Vodafone–Three merger and its implications for UK consumers, network competition, and wholesale access. The conversation then dives into regulatory frameworks, risks and rewards of launching an MVNO, and how market dynamics across the UK and Europe are evolving. From utilities and fibre rollouts to neobanks and eSIM adoption, this is a deep dive into how brands can harness mobile to grow, differentiate, and retain customers.
