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Who owns O2?

O2 is part of Virgin Media O2, a major telecommunications company in the UK. This company was formed through a merger between Virgin Media and O2 in 2021. This combined entity now offers a range of services, including mobile, broadband, and TV, and is behind the 5G+ upgrades in Oxfordshire.

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