Brazil’s auction tops $1bn in bids on first day In the first day of bidding in Brazil’s delayed 3.5 GHz spectrum auction, bids reached RL7.1bn ($1.27bn), with spending led by the local subsidiaries of Telefónica, Telecom Italia and America Movil, the country’s largest MNOs. Six other companies also won lots during the opening day, including Brisanet, Algar and Sercomtel. In total 15 bidders qualified to take part. Regulator Anatel is targeting total takings of BRL50bn ($8.9bn) though less than 20% will be retained by the Treasury, with the rest to be spent on projects to expand coverage and accessibility of digital services. Vodafone Germany sets 5G Standalone targets Vodafone Germany has set a target to roll out 5G Standalone (SA)…