Dish acquires MVNO Republic Wireless

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Dish acquires MVNO Republic Wireless

Dish Network said it plans to acquire MVNO Republic Wireless, building its mobile customer base ahead of the launch of its own mobile network. The MVNO operates on the network of T-Mobile US and counts around 200,000 customers. No financial details were disclosed.

The takeover follows Dish's takeovers of Boost Mobile and Ting Mobile. Upon close in the second quarter, the Republic Wireless business will be led by Rob Currie, Dish senior VP of Ting Mobile and MVNO platforms. In addition to the customer relationships, Dish will take over the Republic Wireless brand and other supporting assets. Customers will not see any immediate changes to their experience or plans.

The existing Relay division of Republic Wireless will continue to operate as a standalone company and will become a wholesale customer on Dish's 5G network. Relay provides communication and productivity services for frontline teams in hospitality, facilities management, manufacturing, healthcare and education, and will remain headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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