Telefonica to provide 5G network for NATO military R&D centre in Slovakia
SPAIN 09:36

Telefonica to provide 5G network for NATO military R&D centre in Slovakia

Telefonica has been selected by Spain's Ministry of Defence to supply advanced communications infrastructure for a new Controlled Experimentation Centre for 5G technologies in Slovakia, established under a NATO mandate. The project will involve the design, supply, deployment, integration and maintenance of a private 5G network to support deployed personnel and enable real-world testing of military applications.

Nos first operator in Portugal to launch Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses
PORTUGAL 09:36

Nos first operator in Portugal to launch Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses

Telecommunications provider Nos announced the exclusive launch of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses in Portugal, expanding its ongoing partnership with Meta. The launch follows the July release of Guia-NOS, a free application that uses AI and the glasses' built-in camera and open-ear audio to provide real-time audio descriptions for blind or low-vision users. Available in five frame and lens combinations—including Wayfarer, Aviator, and Clubmaster styles—the third-generation smart glasses allow hands-free capture

CRM and billing platform TriPica secures EUR 12 mln investment from TiLT Capital
FRANCE 09:33

CRM and billing platform TriPica secures EUR 12 mln investment from TiLT Capital

France-based software-as-a-service company TriPica announced a EUR 12.4 million investment from TiLT Capital Partners, part of private equity group Siparex. Founded in 2016, TriPica specialises in SaaS Business Support Systems (BSS) for telecom operators and counts Bouygues Telecom, Digicel and CelcomDigi among its customers in Europe, the Americas and Asia. Its cloud-native approach helps operators migrate their legacy systems to a GDPR-compliant platform that enables subscriber registration and billing, w

Mastercard supports Samsung Pay launch in Morocco
MOROCCO 09:26

Mastercard supports Samsung Pay launch in Morocco

Samsung Pay has arrived in Morocco, expanding payment options for people with Samsung smartphones and watches. Mastercard said it supports the launch with its tokenization technology, so Mastercard cardholders at participating banks can add their accounts to their Samsung Pay wallet for safe purchases. Attijariwafa Bank said it supports the service as well for banking customers, including under its digital brand Simple. The service works with both Visa and Mastercard cards and over NFC payments. 

MTN South Africa and Cell C clash over commercial partnership terms
SOUTH AFRICA 09:20

MTN South Africa and Cell C clash over commercial partnership terms

MTN South Africa and Cell C have reached an impasse regarding certain aspects of their long-standing commercial relationship, though both operators confirmed that their existing network-sharing agreements remain fully in force, ITWeb reported. In separate statements, the telecommunications companies acknowledged that extensive discussions failed to resolve all outstanding matters. In its quarterly update for the period ended 30 September, MTN South Africa stated that while negotiations regarding future term

Magyar Telekom extends CEO Rekasi's term, appoints new CIO
HUNGARY 09:17

Magyar Telekom extends CEO Rekasi's term, appoints new CIO

Magyar Telekom's board of directors has extended the mandate of Chief Executive Officer Tibor Rekasi, who has led the company since July 2018, for an additional three-year term running through 30 June 2030. Additionally, the board approved the creation of a new Chief Information Officer (CIO) position to elevate the company's IT operations to the executive level. Effective 1 January 2027, Gergely Takacs, who has led Magyar Telekom's IT function since February 2025 and brings more than 25 years of telecommun

Google adds Gemini Intelligence to Pixel 10 series and Motorola Signature 27
GLOBAL 09:15

Google adds Gemini Intelligence to Pixel 10 series and Motorola Signature 27

Google has extended its Gemini Intelligence assistant to the Pixel 10 range and Motorola's flagship Signature 27, bringing features previously limited to the Pixel 11 series and the latest Samsung foldables. The update arrives via a Pixel Drop and includes Rambler, personalised suggestions and expanded automation capabilities.

Deutsche Glasfaser opens up FTTH network to Telefonica Germany
GERMANY 09:15

Deutsche Glasfaser opens up FTTH network to Telefonica Germany

Deutsche Glasfaser said it is opening up its FTTH network to Telefonica Germany, allowing Telefonica's O2 brand to market its portfolio of fixed-line products to approximately 3 million households served by Deutsche Glasfaser's broadband network. Telefonica will start offering its products in the first half of 2027. The open access agreement aims to expand Telefonica's services particularly in rural and suburban areas, where O2 has previously only offered DSL or cable-based products, or in some cases, no fi

Telefonica Brasil net profit jumps 30% in Q3 on copper sales
BRAZIL 09:14

Telefonica Brasil net profit jumps 30% in Q3 on copper sales

Telefonica Brasil (Vivo) reported a 30.1 percent year-on-year increase in net profit for the third quarter of 2026, reaching BRL 2.45 billion, driven by a BRL 366 million boost from asset sales, primarily legacy copper networks. Net operating revenue grew 7.2 percent to BRL 16.0 billion, and EBITDA rose 10 percent to BRL 7.1 billion, with the EBITDA margin expanding 1.1 percentage points to 44.5 percent. 

Cargill granted second private 5G licence in Netherlands
NETHERLANDS 09:11

Cargill granted second private 5G licence in Netherlands

The agrifood group Cargill has acquired a second private 5G network permit in the Netherlands. The licence for its site in Bergen op Zoom on the southern coast follows a permit granted for its factory in Amsterdam in early 2025. Cargill announced early this year that it was working with NTT on building 5G networks at around 50 sites worldwide.

Telefonica Germany extends mobile network contract with Freenet for 10 more years
GERMANY 08:59

Telefonica Germany extends mobile network contract with Freenet for 10 more years

Telefonica Germany and Freenet have agreed to extend their commercial and strategic partnership for further ten years. The goal of the agreement is to further develop the existing partnership and to combine the respective strengths even more effectively. The companies intend to continue growing on the German mobile communications market. Freenet uses the network of Telefonica in Germany to offer tariffs.

Inwit sales down 1% in Q3, eyes return to growth next year
ITALY 08:55

Inwit sales down 1% in Q3, eyes return to growth next year

Italian mobile towers group Inwit reported consolidated revenues of EUR 2268.8 million for the three months to September, down 0.9 percent year on year due to market conditions and ongoing uncertainty surrounding master service agreements with anchor tenants Telecom Italia (TIM) and Fastweb + Vodafone. Earlier this year, the companies announced plans to terminate their longstanding lease contracts ahead of schedule, decisions that have been strongly challenged by Inwit.

JORDAN 08:49

Orange Jordan announces new board of directors

Orange Jordan announced its newly elected board of directors and leadership team, following an extraordinary shareholders meeting. Under the new board structure, Raslan Deiranieh will continue to serve as chairman, with Dorothee Vignalou appointed as vice-chairperson, both representing Orange's Joint Investment Telecommunications Company. Joining them as board members for the same entity are Meryem Akkar and MAhmed Elabd. Additionally, the Social Security Corporation is represented on the board by Ahmad Mal

EGYPT 08:49

Telecom Egypt upgrades infrastructure in Suez Canal Economic Zone

Telecom Egypt (WE) has signed an agreement with the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) to develop and upgrade telecommunications infrastructure, digital services and smart enterprise services in the zone's industrial hubs, maritime ports and affiliated facilities. They aim to improve service quality and operational efficiency for factories and logistics operators in the zone, ensuring robust business continuity and reinforcing SCZONE's position as a manufacturing centre.

MIDDLE EAST 08:45

Zain Group Q3 net profit rises 30%

Zain Group's net income surged 30 percent year-on-year to KWD 84 million in the three months to September, supported by revenue of KWD 615 million, up 2 percent. EBITDA reached KWD 209 million, reflecting a 1 percent increase and a margin of 34 percent. The group's active customer base expanded 3 percent to reach 53 million, driven primarily by network restoration in Sudan and ongoing growth in Iraq. To support its infrastructure, Zain invested USD 501 million in capex across all operations, representing 9

SIERRA LEONE 08:38

Sierra Leonean government starts standardising websites

Sierra Leone's ICT ministry has introduced a Website Standardisation Framework. Government websites have lacked uniform design, structural consistency and baseline security protocols, creating confusion for citizens attempting to verify official channels or access public services. The ministry has begun a training programme for ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) in web management and security standards to establish a unified digital presence on public sector platforms.

NETHERLANDS 08:37

KPN best for reliability, Odido fastest in MedUX benchmark of Dutch mobile networks

KPN achieved the highest score in the latest MedUX benchmark of Dutch mobile networks. KPN's MedUX Experience Score was 4.63 out of a maximum 5 points, followed by Odido with 4.59 and Vodafone with 4.58. However, MedUX noted that the statistical difference between KPN and Odido is negligible, meaning no clear overall winner, with both operators leading in various aspects. Vodafone was statistically behind both of them.

ITALY 08:32

Telecom Italia revenues up over 4% in Q3, confirms FY targets

Telecom Italia (TIM) reported revenues of EUR 3.61 billion in the third quarter of 2026, up 4.3 percent year on year, following positive results at both its TIM Brasil unit (+5.3% to EUR 1.20 billion) and in its domestic market (+0.9% to EUR 2.42 billion). The figures are on a like-for-like basis that no longer includes submarine cable unit Sparkle, sold to the government and fibre operator Retelit last year in a transaction that is still pending completion. TIM said state-backed Poste Italiane now owns 86.

BURUNDI 08:29

Econet Wireless Burundi to spend USD 7 mln on moving to renewable power by December 2028

Econet Wireless Burundi has begun a USD 2.5 million solar energy initiative as part of a USD 6.5 million plan to transition its telecoms infrastructure entirely to renewable power by December 2028, Ecofin reported. The first phase will cover approximately one third of its network sites, with operational deployment scheduled to begin in February 2027 and run until July.

HONG KONG 08:08

HGC appoints Schepens as CEO

HGC Global Communications (HGC) has appointed Frederic Schepens as its CEO, effective immediately. Schepens succeeds Andrew Kwok, who is stepping down to pursue opportunities outside the group and will assist with the leadership transition.

SPAIN 07:55

Nokia, Telefonica and Juan XXIII Foundation test immersive telepresence tools

Spain's Juan XXIII Foundation, Nokia and Telefonica have launched a project to test how immersive telepresence technology can improve the independence, safety and quality of life of people with intellectual disabilities. The initiative, called Immersive Supervision for People with Intellectual Disabilities, is designed to provide remote support and reduce loneliness in supervised independent-living settings.

INDIA 07:55

Microsoft to raise cloud prices in India, New Zealand from January

Microsoft announced several changes in its commercial cloud pricing from January 2027 to reflect local currency fluctuations versus the US dollar. The annual changes apply to services sold in the Australian Dollar (AUD), Chinese Yuan (CNY), Indian Rupee (INR), Norwegian Krone (NOK), and New Zealand Dollar (NZD). The biggest increase is in India, where on-premise prices will increase by up to 20 percent and cloud services will cost up to 15.7 percent more. 

UNITED STATES 07:39

Google Fi MVNO adds second mobile network

Google's MVNO in the US is adding a second mobile network to help boost 5G coverage for customers. Automatic switching between the two networks is offered for Google Fi Wireless customers with a Pixel 9 or newer smartphone and eSim. Google Fi previously worked with T-Mobile US for network coverage, but did not name the second network it has added.

GLOBAL 07:30

Orange joins Acceleronix and Idemia to deliver in-factory profile provisioning for IoT devices

Orange is the latest telecom operator to collaborate with Acceleronix and Idemia's Secure Transactions arm on the In-Factory Profile Provisioning (IFPP) programme, first unveiled in February at MWC. Under the programme, manufacturers can ship their IoT devices ready to connect straight from the factory. They can now request an IFPP trial kit to evaluate factory provisioning with Orange profiles on their production lines. These capabilities will also be showcased in live presentations at this year's Electron

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Mastercard supports Samsung Pay launch in Morocco

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