Deutsche Telekom CEO on Sprint Merger, Huawei, BT Turnaround

The transcript covers a discussion on the approval process for a 5G network in the US, impressions from meetings with regulators, and T-Mobile's market strategy against competitors like AT&T and Verizon. It addresses concerns about using Huawei equipment and security in telecom networks. The conversation also touches on BT investment strategies and market outlook in light of Brexit.

What was the main purpose of the speaker's recent visit to the US?

• To finalize a merger with AT&T

• To discuss the approval process for a merger with Sprint

• To launch a new smartphone

• To negotiate with Verizon

What is the speaker's outlook on the 5G infrastructure development in the US?

• Uncertain due to lack of resources

• Neutral, as it depends on market conditions

• Optimistic as it will create a leading infrastructure

• Pessimistic due to regulatory challenges

What strategy does the speaker mention regarding equipment vendors in Europe?

• Exclusive partnership with Huawei

• Single vendor strategy

• Multi-vendor strategy

• No specific strategy

How does the speaker describe the security of their telecommunications infrastructure?

• Security is only important in the US

• Security is the most important component

• Security is not considered

• Security is a secondary concern

What is the speaker's stance on the BT investment in light of Brexit?

• They plan to increase their investment significantly

• They are undecided about their investment

• They see potential for growth and will stay invested

• They plan to withdraw their investment

What improvements does the speaker note about BT's performance?

• Decline in customer satisfaction

• Improved operational performance and infrastructure build-out

• Reduction in investment

• Decrease in market share

What is the speaker's view on market conditions affecting BT?

• Markets are irrelevant to BT's performance

• Markets have no impact on BT

• Markets are stable and predictable

• Markets are always too bearish or too bullish