Nexcom and Hytec Inter unveil hybrid 5G rail communications solution at MWC Barcelona
Taiwan's Nexcom and Hytec Inter have announced a joint rail communications solution based on a unified hybrid 5G architecture, aimed at supporting mission-critical railway operations. The announcement was made at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, where the two companies also signed a memorandum of understanding formalising their collaboration.
Nexcom and Hytec Inter unveil hybrid 5G rail communications solution at MWC Barcelona
Taiwan's Nexcom and Hytec Inter have announced a joint rail communications solution based on a unified hybrid 5G architecture, aimed at supporting mission-critical railway operations. The announcement was made at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, where the two companies also signed a memorandum of understanding formalising their collaboration.
JCB and Resona launch UWB hands-free payments project
Japan's JCB and Resona Holdings have agreed to begin what they describe as the first full-scale project aimed at commercialising ultra-wideband (UWB) payments, with phased deployment planned from 2027. The two companies said they will work during 2026 with multiple technology partners and participating merchants to demonstrate UWB-based payment systems and associated value-added services. The programme will include technology testing, user experience research and evaluation of merchant operations. Small-sca
JCB and Resona launch UWB hands-free payments project
Japan's JCB and Resona Holdings have agreed to begin what they describe as the first full-scale project aimed at commercialising ultra-wideband (UWB) payments, with phased deployment planned from 2027. The two companies said they will work during 2026 with multiple technology partners and participating merchants to demonstrate UWB-based payment systems and associated value-added services. The programme will include technology testing, user experience research and evaluation of merchant operations. Small-sca
Transcelestial launches quantum-safe laser terminal Centauri+
Singapore-based Transcelestial has introduced Centauri+, a new version of its wireless laser communications terminal, designed to provide bandwidth-on-demand capabilities and support future quantum-safe security features for telecom networks. The company said the platform upgrades its existing Centauri optical wireless system with integrated networking and management functions, aimed at supporting AI-driven workloads and more dynamic capacity requirements.
Transcelestial launches quantum-safe laser terminal Centauri+
Singtel pilots agentic AI with Sierra across customer channels
Singtel has announced a strategic partnership with Sierra to deploy agentic AI across its customer engagement platforms, beginning with a pilot at Singtel Singapore. The collaboration, which began in late January, focuses on Singtel Singapore's customer care ecosystem, including its AI assistant, Shirley. The assistant has been enhanced with more natural and conversational capabilities to enable customers to resolve queries and complete transactions independently.
Singtel pilots agentic AI with Sierra across customer channels
KT outlines AI-native 6G vision at MWC 2026
Korea Telecom (KT) has presented its vision for 6G, setting out plans to develop what it describes as an intelligent network architecture designed for the AI era. The announcement was made during a press briefing at Mobile World Congress 2026. The operator defined 6G not as a continuation of speed-focused competition but as an integrated infrastructure in which connectivity, reliability and intelligence are implemented simultaneously at network level.
KT outlines AI-native 6G vision at MWC 2026
KDDI begins AI-driven migration of data systems with Daiwa Institute of Research
KDDI has begun an AI-based migration programme to modernise its large-scale data management systems, working with Daiwa Institute of Research (DIR) and its generative AI migration tool, Smartrans. The initiative focuses on systems that handle substantial volumes of data. Smartrans uses generative AI to automate code conversion, optimisation and verification processes that are typically labour-intensive in legacy system migrations.
KDDI begins AI-driven migration of data systems with Daiwa Institute of Research
Kayo Sports extends Formula 1 rights, launches weekly motorsport programme
Australian broadcaster Foxtel's streaming arm Kayo Sports has extended its rights agreement for Formula 1 in Australia and announced the launch of a new weekly motorsport programme ahead of the 2026 season. The announcement was made at the Formula 1 Exhibition in Melbourne, where Foxtel Group chief executive Patrick Delany confirmed a new partnership extension covering every Formula 1 race, qualifying session and practice session for the coming years.
Kayo Sports extends Formula 1 rights, launches weekly motorsport programme
U Mobile taps Huawei for 5G-A 3.5GHz trial, AI-based network evolution
Malaysian operator U Mobile has teamed up with Huawei to develop 5G-Advanced (5G-A) and AI-based technologies. This contract was signed at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona. The two partners plan to start a 3.5GHz 5G trial for more efficient spectrum utilisation, as well as enhance gaming services through 5G network slicing.
U Mobile taps Huawei for 5G-A 3.5GHz trial, AI-based network evolution
Timor Telecom gets new majority owner
The government of Timor-Leste, through its National Communications Authority (ANC), has approved Esperanca Timor Oan's acquisition of a 57.06 percent majority stake in Timor Telecom. This acquisition means ETO now controls the operator, having purchased the shares previously held by Brazilian company Oi, reported local news agency Tatoli. ETO operates in partnership with several entities, including the Oriente Foundation and Portugal Telecom International Finance, and Timor Telecom's shareholder structure a
Timor Telecom gets new majority owner
Portugal's multi-play market shows lowest growth since 2018
Portugal ended 2025 with 4.8 million multi-play subscribers of bundled telecom services, a 0.7 percent increase year-over-year. This growth was primarily driven by 4/5P (four or five services) offers, which surged by 5.4 percent to reach 2.9 million subscribers, accounting for 61 percent of all bundled subscribers. Conversely, 3P experienced an 8.9 percent decline, reaching 1.4 million subscribers, figures from Anacom show. In 2025, bundled service revenues reached EUR 2.3 billion (+0.4%), marking the slowe
Portugal's multi-play market shows lowest growth since 2018
Brazil reverses import tax decision
The Brazilian government has reversed part of its recently announced import tax increase following significant pressure from the business sector. As of 1 March, tariffs on 105 products, primarily capital goods, IT, and telecommunications equipment, were reduced to zero. Additionally, tariffs on another 15 IT products, including notebooks and smartphones, will revert to their previous levels. This decision comes after a review of the initial tax hike announced in early February, which affected approximately
