Capgemini wins multi‑year data migration contract from Syensqo
GLOBAL 20:43

Capgemini wins multi‑year data migration contract from Syensqo

Capgemini, through its subsidiary Syniti, has secured a new multi-year contract from Belgian multinational chemicals company Syensqo. Part of Capgemini since 2024, Syniti is a certified SAP Solution Extension (SolEx) partner capable of delivering complex data migration projects in regulated sectors. This new contract is one of Syniti's most significant engagements in the EMEA region, said Capgemini.

Fransat and SFR add M6 4K channel in time for FIFA World Cup
FRANCE 20:42

Fransat and SFR add M6 4K channel in time for FIFA World Cup

French satellite TV operator Fransat, part of the Eutelsat group, will distribute the 4K UHD version of the M6 channel during the upcoming FIFA World Cup, which will take place from 11 June to 19 July. The free-to-air DTH satellite platform will rely on Eutelsat's 5 West B satellite to broadcast the channel throughout mainland France for customers with compatible equipment. In a separate announcement, SFR has also confirmed the launch of M6 4K for its IPTV customers in time for the World Cup tournament. Thi

Bouygues Telecom introduces new 5G plan including BeIN Sports
FRANCE 20:41

Bouygues Telecom introduces new 5G plan including BeIN Sports

French operator Bouygues Telecom is marking the fifteenth anniversary of its no-frills brand B&You with the launch of a new 5G plan priced at EUR 21.99 per month, which includes access to BeIN Sports. The Qatari media group is the pay-TV broadcaster of the upcoming FIFA World Cup tournament in France. As a result, new sign‑ups to the plan will be able to watch all 104 games in the competition via Bouygues' B.tv application, with two simultaneous log-ins on connected screens such as smart TVs, smartphones an

Samsung Smart TV households in Europe use an average of 5 apps in 2025
EUROPE 15:24

Samsung Smart TV households in Europe use an average of 5 apps in 2025

Samsung Ads says its annual 'Behind the Screens' report, based on first party insights from over 70 million Samsung smart television sets in Europe, shows that an average of five apps were used per household in 2025. Total app launches rose by 8 percent to 18.4 billion. Audiences spread their attention among a wider range of platforms, with younger viewers the most fragmented, using 21 percent more apps on average. The youth segment moves fluidly between subscriptions and free platforms as they follow conte

YouTube daily viewing time exceeds Netflix in 2025 - study
GLOBAL 15:02

YouTube daily viewing time exceeds Netflix in 2025 - study

Average daily YouTube viewing per account rose to 99.1 minutes in 2025 from 87.2 million in 2024, according to streaming media measurement company Digital i. The figures are based on readings in 20 markets. YouTube was ahead of Netflix, for which annual daily usage per accounted dropped to 93.4 minutes in 2025 from 100.5 minutes in 2024. South Koreans used YouTube the most per day in 2025 at 161.5 minutes but the biggest growth at 33.6 percent was in France.

Iqstel signs binding MoU to acquire 51% of Ghana's UltraNet Telecom Group
GHANA 14:22

Iqstel signs binding MoU to acquire 51% of Ghana's UltraNet Telecom Group

Iqstel has signed a binding memorandum of understanding to acquire a 51 percent controlling stake in Ghana-based Ultranet Telecom Group, expanding its connectivity and artificial intelligence footprint into Africa and international markets. UltraNet holds six exclusive international SMS gateway agreements with top African mobile operators. These contracts grant the company sole rights to route international SMS traffic in those specific markets. These high-value, long-term assets generate reliable, recurrin

Du launches USD 50 mln venture capital fund to back tech start-ups
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 14:13

Du launches USD 50 mln venture capital fund to back tech start-ups

Du has announced the launch of Du Ventures with USD 50 million funding in partnership with Shorooq to support start-ups and founders active in fintech, AI, cybersecurity, cloud, loyalty, gaming, enterprise services and customer experience technologies. Shorooq is a multi-strategy investment firm that will prioritise investments that fit Du's corporate strategy, with a significant share of investments dedicated specifically to UAE-based ventures. Fahad Al Hassawi, CEO of Du, said that Du Ventures reflects th

Irish regulator opens fund for news fact-checking training
IRELAND 14:10

Irish regulator opens fund for news fact-checking training

Irish broadcasting and media regulator Coimisiun na Mean (Cnam) has launched a new media skills and development fund to provide mid-career, early career and graduate journalists/media professionals working in current affairs/news with training in fact-checking, de-bunking and pre-bunking. Applications are now open for academic institutions, regulated media entity representatives, and accredited bodies with fact-checking expertise. They must show how their work aligns with the Irish government's 'National Co

Zain cooperates with Kuwait Techical College and Canadian College of Kuwait
KUWAIT 14:10

Zain cooperates with Kuwait Techical College and Canadian College of Kuwait

Zain Kuwait has signed memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with Kuwait Technical College (ktech) and the Canadian College of Kuwait (CCK) to bridge the gap between academia and the corporate sector while creating practical career opportunities. The MoUs will provide students with practical experience through workshops, training, mentorship, guest lectures, hackathons and internships. As a result, students can build essential technical, creative, and entrepreneurial skills to boost their employability.

Orange Jordan supports digital inclusion scheme for disabled people
JORDAN 14:06

Orange Jordan supports digital inclusion scheme for disabled people

Orange Jordan has renewed its support for phase three of the 'Digital First' project to provide disabled people with digital media and skills training, and enable their creative expression. Orange Jordan celebrated the conclusion of the third phase at the Higher Council for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (HCD). As the main sponsor, the telecom company supported the creation of 'Codecast', a youth podcast produced and hosted by four people with disabilities.

Rio de Janeiro State accelerates 4G and 5G expansion in rural areas
BRAZIL 14:02

Rio de Janeiro State accelerates 4G and 5G expansion in rural areas

The Government of the Brazilian State of Rio de Janeiro has launched a scheme to streamline the licensing process for telecommunications infrastructure, specifically to accelerate the deployment of 4G and 5G networks. Resende is the first municipality in Rio de Janeiro to fully digitise the environmental adaptation process required for installing telecoms antennas. This pioneering approach will serve as a blueprint for other cities, drastically cutting bureaucracy, speeding up process reviews, and fostering

Rogers named best 5G+ network in Canada by Umlaut
CANADA 14:01

Rogers named best 5G+ network in Canada by Umlaut

Rogers Communications said it has been named the best and most reliable 5G+ network in Canada by network performance benchmarking company Umlaut. Rogers has also won the 'Best in Test' mobile benchmark award for the 8th consecutive year; and had the highest scores for data, voice and reliability for mobile networks. Mark Kennedy, Chief Technology Officer, said Rogers was committed to providing customers with the best mobile network experience.

EUROPE 13:59

Newsmax international business revenue set to reach USD 25 mln in 2026

US broadcaster Newsmax Inc projects annual international revenues to reach approximately USD 25 million (EUR 21.5 million) by 2026, surpassing the company's initial internal forecasts. International licensing revenues are expected to hit around USD 16 million (EUR 13.8 million) this year, a substantial increase from the USD 3.6 million (EUR 3.1 million) reported in 2025. Newsmax currently broadcasts its flagship US cable news channel in over 100 countries via pay-TV operators, satellite providers and OTT st

UNITED KINGDOM 13:55

Two thirds of Brits annoyed by slow, unreliable broadband - Vodafone

New research from Vodafone UK shows that slow/unreliable broadband is the biggest annoyance for 67 percent of Brits; with 4 million saying they would consider moving home to get improved connectivity. Over one third (35%) of Brits would not stay anywhere with patch WiFi broadband, with 20 percent cutting visits to parents/family short due to poor connectivity. Almost one quarter (24%) of Brits say they rely on using their mobile phone as a hotspot at home due to slow broadband. 

BRAZIL 13:52

BNDES funds BRL 10m fibre optic expansion in rural Sao Paulo

Brazil's National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) has approved BRL 10 million in financing through its Fust programme to enhance the telecommunications infrastructure of Aonet Servicos de Comunicacao. This investment will fund the construction of approximately 162 km of high-capacity fibre optic transport network in rural Sao Paulo, with completion expected by January 2028.

EUROPE 13:51

Ateme, BCE and Scaleway unveil sovereign European cloud media platform

French video technology specialist Ateme said it has partnered with Broadcasting Center Europe (BCE) and cloud provider Scaleway to launch what the companies describe as Europe's first fully sovereign, cloud-based media supply chain, covering the full content lifecycle. The alliance builds on an existing BCE–Scaleway collaboration, adding Ateme's video processing, delivery and monetisation tools to create a cloud-native platform operated entirely within Europe.

UNITED KINGDOM 13:42

Ofcom publishes approach to AI adoption for coming year

UK regulator Ofcom has published its strategic approach to artificial intelligence (AI) for the coming year. This is the third annual update on its approach to AI and updates on how Ofcom will support the safe and secure roll-out of AI across its industry sectors. It includes case studies of Ofcom's working over the last 12 months and upcoming work.

GLOBAL 13:41

Infinite Orbits picks Open Cosmos for space awareness satellite demo

France's Infinite Orbits, provider of in-orbit satellite services, has commissioned Open Cosmos to deliver a demonstration LEO satellite system for space-driven situational awareness and autonomous inspection functions. Open Cosmos will handle satellite design, manufacturing and delivery as well as integration of a vision-based Rendezvous and Proximity Operations system. 

BRAZIL 13:40

TIM Brasil powers 20,000 antennas with renewable energy

TIM Brasil now generates 70 percent of the electricity used in its telecommunications network from sustainable sources. The company leverages 136 solar, hydroelectric and biogas plants in 23 states and the Federal District, supplying over 20,000 antennas. This infrastructure produces approximately 474 GWh annually, enough to power a city of about 770,000 inhabitants.

BRAZIL 13:35

Brazil's Ligga appoints new president after reorganisation

Brazilian regional fixed broadband operator Ligga Telecomunicacoes has appointed Sílvio Barreto as its new CEO and investor relations officer, with his term extending until 30 April 2028. This follows a corporate reorganisation approved by its shareholders in late May. Consequently, Rosangela Miqueletti Martins de Oliveira will step down from her roles as CEO, CFO and investor relations officer of Ligga Telecomunicacoes but she assumes the same responsibilities at Ligga Servicos, the organisation that will

BRAZIL 13:31

Elea Data Centers unveils new board of directors after takeover by I Squared Capital

Brazilian platform Elea Data Centers has formed a new board of directors, following its acquisition by global infrastructure investment manager I Squared Capital. It said the board combines new appointees from I Squared with existing Elea board members to bolster Elea's growth strategy and accelerate the deployment of large-scale, high-density, AI-ready digital infrastructure across Brazil.

NORTH MACEDONIA 13:26

HBO Max becomes available to M:tel customers in North Macedonia

North Macedonia operator m:tel is enhancing its TV and streaming offerings by including HBO Max in selected packages. This partnership brings a vast library of popular series, blockbuster films and original productions from HBO and Warner Bros. directly to users in the country.

PORTUGAL 13:23

Portugal's 5G network undergoes 13% growth in base stations in Q1

Portugal's 5G network underwent a 12.5 percent year-on-year increase in base stations during the first quarter of 2026, reaching a total of 15,694. This represents a 1.3 percent rise from the previous quarter.

BRAZIL 13:19

Brazil's Anatel approves AI Governance Policy

Brazilian telecommunications agency Anatel has approved a new Artificial Intelligence Governance Policy (PGIA). This policy establishes guidelines for the ethical, safe, transparent and responsible use of AI within the agency. It aims to balance innovation with the protection of fundamental rights, information security and administrative efficiency.

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