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On February 28, 2023, Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) announced the departure of Chief Compliance Officer Laurie Waddy after four years. Waddy, who joined the company in April 2019, was instrumental in developing Ericsson's ethics and compliance program. Jan Sprafke has been appointed as the interim CCO while a search for a permanent replacement is conducted. CEO Börje Ekholm expressed gratitude for Waddy's contributions, emphasizing the ongoing commitment to a culture of ethics and integrity. Waddy is assisting Sprafke to ensure a smooth transition.

On February 9, 2023, Ericsson announced the expansion of its indoor mobile connectivity portfolio, introducing three new solutions designed to enhance 5G deployment in various indoor environments. These offerings include the IRU 8850, a high-performing indoor radio unit for medium to large venues, and the Ericsson Indoor Fusion Unit for small to medium-sized buildings. Additionally, the Ericsson 5G Precise Positioning software aims to facilitate use cases like asset tracking. These innovations address the need for reliable indoor connectivity, which currently serves only 10-15% of building space, ultimately enhancing operational efficiency for businesses.

Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) has launched an enhanced RAN and Transport portfolio aimed at boosting 5G capacity while supporting service providers' Net Zero ambitions. Key innovations include the triple-band Radio 4485, which is 53% lighter and 22% more energy-efficient than similar products, and an industry-first 600MHz Massive MIMO radio that increases capacity by up to 40%. The new offerings, set to debut at MWC 2023, will be commercially available in 2023 and early 2024, focusing on reducing carbon emissions and energy consumption across its network solutions.

New research from Ericsson indicates that 5G uptake is positively correlating with revenue growth for communications service providers (CSPs) globally. In the 'Business Review' edition of the Ericsson Mobility Report, released on February 7, 2023, it was highlighted that the top 20 5G markets, representing 85% of global 5G subscriptions, have seen a significant increase in wireless service revenue since 2020. Early use cases for 5G, such as Enhanced Mobile Broadband and Fixed Wireless Access, are gaining traction, suggesting a promising outlook for CSPs.

Ericsson has appointed Jenny Lindqvist as Senior Vice President and Head of Market Area Europe & Latin America, effective February 1, 2023. She will be part of the Executive Team, reporting directly to the CEO, Börje Ekholm. Lindqvist aims to leverage her extensive experience in driving growth and innovation, particularly in the 5G sector. She succeeds Stefan Koetz, who has been in the role since June 1, 2022, and will now lead Strategic Projects for the same market area. Lindqvist previously held various leadership roles within Ericsson, contributing significantly to the business's success.

Ericsson has appointed Jenny Lindqvist as Senior Vice President and Head of Market Area Europe & Latin America, effective February 1, 2023. Lindqvist will join the Ericsson Executive Team, reporting to the CEO, Börje Ekholm. She previously served as Vice President and Head of Northern and Central Europe. Ekholm expressed confidence in Lindqvist's leadership during a critical time for Ericsson, focusing on enhancing the company’s position in 5G technology. Lindqvist, who holds a Master's in Business & Economics, replaces Stefan Koetz, who will lead Strategic Projects for the same market area.

Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) announced a provision of SEK 2.3 billion (approximately USD 220 million) for potential resolution with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding alleged breaches of its 2019 Deferred Prosecution Agreement (DPA). This charge will be reflected in the fourth quarter 2022 financial results as Other Operating Expenses. The company is cooperating with ongoing investigations related to a prior internal investigation. No new criminal misconduct has been alleged by the DOJ since the DPA began.

Ericsson's Nomination Committee has announced a leadership change ahead of the Annual General Meeting on March 29, 2023. Chairman Ronnie Leten will not seek re-election, with current board member Jan Carlson proposed as his successor. Additionally, Kurt Jofs and Nora Denzel will not stand for re-election. Proposed board members include Christy Wyatt and Jonas Synnergren, who bring extensive technology and business expertise. The committee believes that these changes will enhance the board's capabilities, ensuring a smooth transition and continued strategic focus for Ericsson.

Ericsson is implementing a revised strategy for its Cloud Software and Services segment aimed at reaching break-even EBIT in 2023. Key changes involve exiting subscale agreements, which will negatively impact EBIT by SEK -0.8 billion in Q4 2022. The company is shifting its focus from market share growth to profitability. This strategic pivot comes ahead of its upcoming Q4 and full-year 2022 results announcement on January 20, 2023.