Boingo Wireless Said to Explore Sale After Takeover Interest

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Boingo Wireless Inc., the WiFi service used by travelers, is exploring a potential sale after receiving takeover interest, according to people familiar with the matter.

The Los Angeles-based mobile internet services provider is working with an adviser to explore its options and field potential offers, said the people, who asked to not be identified because the matter isn’t public. Boingo could attract private equity firms, infrastructure funds or strategic buyers, the people said.