TalkTalk Group plc is a British telecommunications company headquartered in London, providing fixed-line telephony, broadband internet, and subscription television services. Founded in 2003 as a subsidiary of The Carphone Warehouse, TalkTalk became an independent company in 2010 following a demerger. The company operates primarily in the United Kingdom, serving both residential and business customers. TalkTalk has grown through several strategic acquisitions, including the purchase of AOL UK’s internet business in 2006 and Tiscali UK in 2009, which significantly expanded its customer base. TalkTalk positions itself as a value provider in the UK telecommunications market, competing with larger operators such as BT, Virgin Media, and Sky. The company utilizes BT’s Openreach network infrastructure to deliver its services, while also investing in its own network capabilities. In 2015, TalkTalk experienced a significant cyber attack that affected many customers and led to enhanced security measures. The company has since focused on improving its cybersecurity infrastructure and customer service operations. As of 2021, TalkTalk was taken private following acquisition by Toscafund Asset Management and Penta Capital in a £1.1 billion deal. The company continues to operate as one of the UK’s major internet service providers, serving millions of customers across its various services.