Türk Telekom expands fiber infrastructure, boosts venture portfolio
TÜRK Telekom, one of the leading telecommunications and technology companies in Türkiye, has achieved significant milestones in its efforts to bolster the nation’s digital infrastructure.
With an expansive fiber network now covering every district and village across all 81 provinces, Türk Telekom extended its fiber infrastructure to a total length of 437,000 kilometers (271,539 miles) by the end of 2023, up from 31.4 million households in 2022 to 32.2 million households.
On the startup ecosystem front, the company is seeking to facilitate the growth of next-generation technologies and support ventures that drive innovation. The portfolio value of startups Türk Telekom invested in through its venture capital arm TT Ventures has reached $190 million.
LEADER IN CYBERSECURITY
In addition to its contributions to digital connectivity, Türk Telekom has taken a leading role in enhancing cybersecurity measures nationwide.
By prioritizing the protection of data with a sense of national responsibility, the company has been recognized as the market leader in the cybersecurity services category for three consecutive years, according to the Türkiye Cyber Security Market Analysis Report published by the
International Data Corporation (IDC).
Emphasizing its commitment to the digital transformation of Türkiye, CEO Ümit Önal reiterated Türk Telekom’s dedication to investments across all corners of the country.
“Beyond being a telecommunications company, Türk Telekom is dedicated to making the ‘Century of Türkiye’ the century of digitalization. We successfully concluded 2023, reaching our targets. To pioneer our nation’s vision of technology innovation and exports, and to lead our region with our technological expertise, we will continue our investments and activities unabated in 2024,” Önal said.