Paolo’s TMT Picks 16 June: FIFA Club World Cup is here, Disney+ tie-up with UWCL and VodafoneThree Puts Down a Marker
Return of the Gazzetta covers some of the latest developments in connectivity, consumer and content.



Welcome to Paolo's TMT Picks Gazzetta - 16 June, 2025.
The inaugural FIFA Club World Cup tournament is underway - Putting all the backlash of the tournament to one side, it does represent another global event that sees a testbed for new technologies.
Disney+ will become the home of the UEFA Women’s Champions League (UWCL) across Europe, starting from the 2025/26 season to 2029/30 - A calculated move that fits nicely with its core family positioning and a win for all parties.
VodafoneThree is Up and Running - The merger of the two UK telcos has been completed with one clear mission to build the UK’s best network supported with a slew of initiatives.
Other companies/organisations mentioned include: Apple, BT, CityFibre, Community Fibre, ESPN, European Broadcasting Union, Hawk-Eye Innovations Ltd, MLS, and Openreach.