Argentina's Enacom recovers USD 40 mln in telco debts
ARGENTINA 11:32

Argentina's Enacom recovers USD 40 mln in telco debts

Argentina's telecommunications regulator Enacom said it has successfully recovered debts dating back 25 years amounting to ARS 55 billion (around USD 40 million) from the country's main ICT service providers. The new Payment Facilitation Plan covers debts incurred up to 31 December 2025 due to non-payment of control, inspection and verification fees, radioelectric rights, contributions to the universal service fund and fines, said the watchdog.

Ethio Telecom launches RFID digital toll payments via Telebirr
ETHIOPIA 11:31

Ethio Telecom launches RFID digital toll payments via Telebirr

Ethio Telecom has launched an RFID-powered digital payment system and service management platform for Ethiopian Toll Roads Enterprise (ETRE). It is integrated with Telebirr and enables "non-stop" travel on the Addis Ababa-Adama Expressway, allowing automated toll payments. This is done using through RFID tags linked to Telebirr accounts, letting vehicles pass toll gates without stopping. The system also enables digital payment of road service fees, penalties and instant Tolo account top-ups through the Tele

MTN Skills Academy runs second edition in Congo
CONGO 11:20

MTN Skills Academy runs second edition in Congo

MTN Congo has officially launched the second edition of the MTN Skills Academy, welcoming 200 young Congolese participants eager to develop their skills and professional potential.

CRTC invites new applications for Broadband Fund
CANADA 11:05

CRTC invites new applications for Broadband Fund

The Canadian Radio-Television and Telecoms Commission (CRTC) is seeking new proposals for its Broadband Fund to help boost internet access for Canadians. The programme helps territorial, provincial and federal governments to connect underserved remote, rural and Indigenous communities. The Broadband Fund has helped more than 320 communities to date, including 135 Indigenous communities.

Norton 360 adds agentic AI protections
GLOBAL 11:01

Norton 360 adds agentic AI protections

Gen Digital's Norton subsidiary has announced the beta launch of an agentic AI protection tool that helps Norton 360 customers use AI agents safely. Created by Gen's Threat Labs and AI Foundry subsidiaries, AI Agent Protection extends the security perimeter in Norton360, Norton's consumer-grade platform suite available in monthly and annual subscriptions. The technology is compatible with various GenAI and agentic AI tools, including Claude Code, Cursor and OpenClaw. This beta release is currently available

French mobile service revenues decline 4% in Q4 with fixed segment down 1%
FRANCE 10:56

French mobile service revenues decline 4% in Q4 with fixed segment down 1%

The French mobile market saw service revenues decline year-on-year in each quarter of 2025, according to telecom regulator Arcep. These revenues fell 4.1 percent to EUR 3.61 billion in the three months to December, broadly matching the fall in the previous quarter. The downward trend reflects the drop in mobile prices that started in 2024, as average monthly ARPU declined for the fifth quarter running to EUR 14.10 (excluding VAT and value-added services). This compares with EUR 14.20 in Q3 2025 and EUR 14.8

VodafoneZiggo extends Axians contract for Avaya managed services
NETHERLANDS 10:46

VodafoneZiggo extends Axians contract for Avaya managed services

Dutch operator VodafoneZiggo has extended its network services contract with Axians for another four years. This deal focuses on serving enterprise customers, with support for Avaya deployments of UCaaS and CCaaS systems. The companies work together already since 2018 on the services, and the focus in the new contract is on the Omnia managed cloud platform for telephony and contact centres. Axians said the extension confirms the shared focus on continuity, flexibility and further development of communicatio

F-Secure confirms deal with Verizon to upgrade Digital Secure
UNITED STATES 10:41

F-Secure confirms deal with Verizon to upgrade Digital Secure

F-Secure says it has now signed a binding agreement to provide the technology for Verizon's Digital Secure service. In March, the Finnish company had announced a deal with Verizon that was not yet binding and which it estimated would boost its revenue by approximately EUR 13 million in the first year,.

Telia Norway stops over 8 mln scam calls to mobile lines in Q1
NORWAY 10:28

Telia Norway stops over 8 mln scam calls to mobile lines in Q1

Telia Norway said it prevented 8.4 million fraudulent calls from reaching Norwegian mobile customers in the first three months of 2026. It estimates that this may have averted losses of around NOK 250 million. Telia added that there has been an increase in targeted fraud attempts via SMS. This is called "spearfishing" and is a type of phishing attack aimed at specific people or businesses, aiming to steal sensitive information or install malware.

OpenMind eases 5G standalone messaging upgrades with launch of 5G SMS module
MIDDLE EAST 10:26

OpenMind eases 5G standalone messaging upgrades with launch of 5G SMS module

Messaging solutions specialist OpenMind Networks announced general availability of its 5G SMS Function (SMSF) module,  designed to streamline upgrades to 5G Standalone signalling protocols. The module is designed to dovetail natively with OpenMind's existing OpenCore Short Message Service Centre (SMSC), a mobile network node responsible for handling SMS signalling operations deployed from OpenMind's Traffic Control 6000 messaging platform. Co-location within the OpenCore SMSC creates a unified architecture

Inatel network monitoring tool aims to reduce telecom complaints
BRAZIL 10:25

Inatel network monitoring tool aims to reduce telecom complaints

To combat widespread internet failures, which generated over 30,000 complaints against telecom operators in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais in 2025, Inatel has developed FibrIA. This operational intelligence platform proactively identifies network faults using technical data, allowing providers to address issues before they impact users or lead to cancellations. FibrIA shifts maintenance from reactive to predictive, offering precise problem identification, mapping affected users, and measuring intervent

Nuuday changes name to TDC Brands
DENMARK 10:08

Nuuday changes name to TDC Brands

Danish operator Nuuday said it has changed its name to TDC Brands, echoing the familiar parent company name that it moved away from in 2019. TDC Group branded its services division as Nuuday seven years ago when it split it off from the infrastructure activities, which it decided to call TDC Net. CEO Christian Thrane says there will be no reorganisation.

PERU 10:07

Claro Peru 5G network reaches 110 districts

Claro Peru (America Movil) said its 5G network is now available in 110 districts across the country following activation at the end of last year. The service can be accessed by users with compatible devices in dozens of new cities and provinces, including Lima, Callao, Arequipa, Trujillo, Chiclayo, Cusco, Ica, Piura, Lambayeque, Puno, Huaraz, Sullana, Paita, Talara, Pisco and Abancay.

UNITED KINGDOM 09:52

Arqiva signs managed audio streaming contract with Nation Radio

Arqiva has signed a multi-year agreement with UK commercial radio group Nation Radio to become the launch partner for its new managed audio streaming platform. Arqiva will deliver the streaming service for Nation Radio through its 'Audio Streaming' single, cloud-native platform. 

SPAIN 09:44

Telefonica cuts 19 mln tons of CO2e via digital services in 2025

Telefonica announced that its digital products and services helped prevent 19.2 million tonnes of carbon dioxide-equivalents (CO2e) emissions in 2025, a 10.3 percent increase from the previous year, via projects with clients in Spain, Brazil and Germany. The company highlighted the contribution of its Eco Smart and business connectivity offerings as part of its effort digital and sustainable transition efforts.

UNITED KINGDOM 09:40

Arqiva helps United Utilities roll out 200,000 smart water meters

UK water company United Utilities, operating in the NW of England, has reached the milestone of installing more than 200,000 smart meters over the last 12 months, supported by Arqiva and Network Plus. It plans to install and upgrade more than one million smart meters over the next four years. This initial deployment focused on cities and towns in Greater Manchester, Cumbria and Merseyside.

TANZANIA, UNITED REPUBLIC OF 09:35

Yas Tanzania opens new service centre at Dodoma SGR station

Yas Tanzania has opened a new service centre at the Dodoma Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) station to boost digital access for commuters, travelers and businesses. The outlet offers SIM registration, Mixx mobile money services, smartphone sales and business support, strengthening the company's presence in key transit hubs. The shop aims to simplify everyday transactions while also enabling small enterprises to operate more efficiently.

CANADA 09:33

Rogers launches new integrated PoS, credit card programme for SMBs

Canada's Rogers Communications has launched a new integrated PoS and credit card programme for SMBs called Rogers Red Partner. The first-of-its-kind programme in Canada will allow SMBs to save thousands of dollars on transaction fees and reward customers with up to 3 percent cashback for Rogers Red credit cardholders.

UNITED STATES 09:29

RINA Wireless extends Mavenir deal to deliver cloud-native LTE voice core upgrades

RINA Wireless, a US entity specialising in core hosting and CDMA switching capacity for rural cellular providers, has signed a deal to expand the benefits of Mavenir's cloud-native voice core technology as part of a multi-vendor equipment swap. Mavenir said the expanded collaboration would help modernise RINA's existing cloud-native voice core powered by 4G/5G non-standalone evolved packet infrastructure, paving the way for enhanced IMS, VoLTE, Voicemail and VoWiFi capabilities. According to the RINA Wirele

ZAMBIA 09:25

Airtel Zambia launches Airtel Money Village Banking

Airtel Zambia has launched Airtel Money Village Banking, a secure digital platform that automates village banking operations. Airtel Money director Andrew Chuma said the platform replaces manual record-keeping, cash handling and paper-based processes, giving groups a modern, reliable, secure and auditable system. Airtel Money has partnered with Hobbiton Technologies, which will provide the digital infrastructure that lets Village Banking flow through the Airtel Money ecosystem.

UNITED STATES 09:25

LiveOak Fiber agrees new USD 425 million credit facility

LiveOak Fiber has agreed a USD 425 million credit facility with Oak Hill Advisors and Palistar Capital. This will be used to expand its full-fibre FTTH network across the Southeast region of the US. LiveOak delivers fibre broadband connectivity to communities across Florida and Georgia. CEO Shane Schilling said the new funding would help accelerate its network build and growth.

UNITED STATES 09:19

Sling TV launches new Sling Essentials plan with ESPN channels

Echostar's Sling TV streaming service has launched a new package called Sling Essentials across the US, costing USD 19.99 per month. This gives customers access to TV channels covering sports (ESPN, ESPN2); family & kids channels entertainment (Disney Channel, Game Show Network, and Freeform); movies & drama (Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, Bounce, and Lifetime Movies); and Classic & Nostalgia (Heroes & Icons, GRIT, startTV and MeTV).

GLOBAL 09:18

Signal president joins Nokia board as former ABB CFO takes chair role

Meredith Whittaker, president of messaging app developer Signal, has joined Nokia's board of directors after being confirmed at the Finnish vendor's recent annual general meeting. Whittaker was elected alongside ten members returned to the board for a further one-year term, namely Timo Ahopelto, Elizabeth Crain, Thomas Dannenfeldt, Pernille Erenbjerg, Lisa Hook, Timo Ihamuotila, Mike McNamara, Thomas Saueressig and Kai Oistamo.

POLAND 09:18

Data4 opens 2nd data centre in Warsaw region

Data centre services provider Data4 has opened its second data centre in Jawczyce outside Warsaw, adding 10 MW capacity to its first data centre launched there in 2023. The company said it plans to invest EUR 600 million in Poland by 2030, tripling the EUR 200 million invested in the country to date. The 4-hectare site in Jawczyce is expected to grow eventually to 60W capacity. 

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