Iliad targets higher cash flow in 2026 after Q4 revenues rise 3%
Iliad said that it kept its leading position among major European telecom groups for the fourth consecutive year, based on annual service revenue growth of 3.4 percent in 2025 across its operations in France, Italy, and Poland. As expected, full-year operating FCF (Free Cash Flow) exceeded the earlier goal of EUR 2 billion to reach EUR 2.25 billion, up 23 percent on 2024, while the group's leverage ratio improved to its lowest level since 2019 (2.3x from 2.7x in 2024). For 2026, Iliad will pursue profitable
Iliad targets higher cash flow in 2026 after Q4 revenues rise 3%
Iliad said that it kept its leading position among major European telecom groups for the fourth consecutive year, based on annual service revenue growth of 3.4 percent in 2025 across its operations in France, Italy, and Poland. As expected, full-year operating FCF (Free Cash Flow) exceeded the earlier goal of EUR 2 billion to reach EUR 2.25 billion, up 23 percent on 2024, while the group's leverage ratio improved to its lowest level since 2019 (2.3x from 2.7x in 2024). For 2026, Iliad will pursue profitable
US introduces blanket regulatory barrier on foreign consumer-grade routers
The US Covered List, a registry of communications equipment ineligible for FCC market approval, has expanded to include all consumer-grade internet routers produced in foreign markets. An exemption, however, has been carved out for internet routers cleared by the Department of War and Department of Homeland Security. These bodies can assign a "conditional approval" based on specific criteria linked to the Covered List determination, indicating that specific foreign-produced routers do not pose unacceptable
US introduces blanket regulatory barrier on foreign consumer-grade routers
The US Covered List, a registry of communications equipment ineligible for FCC market approval, has expanded to include all consumer-grade internet routers produced in foreign markets. An exemption, however, has been carved out for internet routers cleared by the Department of War and Department of Homeland Security. These bodies can assign a "conditional approval" based on specific criteria linked to the Covered List determination, indicating that specific foreign-produced routers do not pose unacceptable
Dutch mobile market slows to just 0.4% revenue growth in 2025
The Dutch mobile services market slowed to just 0.4 percent growth in revenues in 2025, reaching a turnover of just under EUR 4.2 billion. The main slowdown was at Vodafone, where revenue growth turned negative. Odido's revenues were relatively flat for a second year in a row according to Telecompaper's estimates, while KPN showed the strongest growth, extending its market lead to a nearly 40 percent share of service revenues.
Dutch mobile market slows to just 0.4% revenue growth in 2025
Waystream wins first contract from Telia Sweden for access switches worth SEK 3 mln
Swedish equipment vendor Waystream said it has received a first order for access switches from Telia Sweden worth approximately SEK 3 million, for delivery in May. The order follows an extensive test and evaluation of Waystream's products in the operator's network environment. Waystream has supplied equipment to Telia group companies before in several companies, but this is the first order from the Swedish operation.
Waystream wins first contract from Telia Sweden for access switches worth SEK 3 mln
Gamma revenue grows 11 percent to GBP 645.8 million in 2025
Gamma Communications has reported revenue of GBP 645.8 million for the 12 months to 31 December 2024, up 11 percent from GBP 579.4 million in 2024. CEO Andrew Belshaw said growth was driven by the German business, with a resilient performance in the UK. He said Gamma was able to invest in the business in 2025 and return GBP 64 million to shareholders, with plans to return more cash to shareholders in FY 2026 and 2027.
Gamma revenue grows 11 percent to GBP 645.8 million in 2025
Oppo debuts Find N6 foldable with 'zero-crease' display
Oppo has officially launched its latest foldable smartphone, the Find N6, in its key markets of Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Touting a second-generation Titanium Flexion design, the company said it used 3D liquid printing to cut hinge unevenness to just 0.05mm, resulting in a "zero-feel crease". In fact, the device has been certified by TUV Rheinland to stay fully flat for 600,000 folds, and up to 1 million folds in total.
Oppo debuts Find N6 foldable with 'zero-crease' display
ProSiebenSat.1 divests Esome, Kairion to focus on entertainment business
ProSiebenSat.1 has divested its connected TV advertising company Esome and retail media specialist Kairion to Pivotum Capital, an investment firm specialising in technology and digital companies. ProSiebenSat.1 is reorganising its portfolio of companies, following the takeover of the German broadcaster by MediaForEurope, in order to focus on its core entertainment business. The transactions are expected to close in April.
ProSiebenSat.1 divests Esome, Kairion to focus on entertainment business
German low-code telecoms developer ECT grows FY25 operating profit by 63%
European Computer Telecoms (ECT), Germany-based provider of a low-code telecoms development offering for value-add voice and multimedia services, has announced an operating profit of EUR 854,000 for FY 2025, an increase of 63 percent year-on-year. Net profits after taxation soared by over threefold to EUR 459,000 from EUR 132,000 in 2024, and the company cleared more than EUR 1 million in debt obligations. Founded in 1998, ECT provides telecoms low code (TLC), packaged business capabilities (PNBCs), ready-
German low-code telecoms developer ECT grows FY25 operating profit by 63%
UK govt Digital Inclusion Action Plan helps over one million people
The UK's government's Digital Inclusion Action Plan has helped over one million people get in its first year. This includes the unemployed, elderly and people living in rural communities. Working with partners to deliver digital inclusion and skills programmes, the Action Plan has helped people get better broadband/mobile connections, secure cheaper service prices, and access devices, skills training and support.
UK govt Digital Inclusion Action Plan helps over one million people
Deutsche Telekom loses product and technology director Abdu Mudesir
Deutsche Telekom announced the departure of Abdurazak (Abdu) Mudesir, the member of the management board responsible for product and technology. Mudesir will leave the company at his own request effective 31 March. Board member Christian Illek will take over Mudesir's job on an interim basis in addition to his function as CFO, while company searches for a replacement.
Deutsche Telekom loses product and technology director Abdu Mudesir
BA launches first aircraft equipped with Starlink Wi-Fi
British Airways (BA) has launched its first aircraft equipped with Starlink Wi-Fi. The 787-8 aircraft flight to Houston on 19 March was the first flight featuring Starlink Wi-Fi technology by a UK airline. BA is currently installing Starlink on its 787-8 fleet, and will expand the roll-out to its entire long-haul and short-haul fleet of more than 300 aircraft with the technology over the next two years (excluding BA Cityflyer). This will provide passengers in all cabins with free access to fast internet con
