Swedish telecoms regulator PTS gets new director-general from National Defence Research Institute
SWEDEN 11:10

Swedish telecoms regulator PTS gets new director-general from National Defence Research Institute

Swedish telecoms regulator PTS said Lena Nyberg has been appointed as its new director-general from 01 May, taking over from Dan Sjoeblom after a transition period. She joins the watchdog from the role of director-general of the National Defence Research Institute (FOI) and will serve a six-year term. Minister of Civil Affairs Erik Slottner said Nyberg has extension experience in operational management, and referred to the altered security situation and PTS' forthcoming merger with digital governance agency

STC Bahrain grants employees 10-day extended Eid holiday
BAHRAIN 10:44

STC Bahrain grants employees 10-day extended Eid holiday

STC Bahrain has announced a ten-day extended holiday for all its employees in celebration of Eid Al-Fitr. This step reflects the company's appreciation for its employees' efforts and continuous contributions, and reaffirms its strong commitment to fostering a supportive work environment that places employees at the core of its success and as its key driving force. The holiday will commence starting from the first day of Eid and will continue until 28 March.

Simplifi Networks signs master distribution pact with Huawei
UGANDA 10:43

Simplifi Networks signs master distribution pact with Huawei

Simplifi Networks signed a strategic agreement granting Simplifi Networks a Master Distributor status for Huawei enterprise networking products across its channel in Uganda. Under the partnership agreement, Simplifi Networks will distribute a wide range of Huawei's enterprise Ekit products, including Wi-Fi systems, switches, routers and network infrastructure for businesses, educational institutions, telecom providers, and government organisations across East Africa.

Rostelecom subsidiary TData implements local data management platform for United Engine
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 10:41

Rostelecom subsidiary TData implements local data management platform for United Engine

Russian national operator Rostelecom announced that the company TData, part of its IT cluster, started a project on implementation of a data management system developed in Russia for United Engine. The state-owned corporation produces engines for military and civil aviation and space exploration programmes. The project will form the basis for digital transformation of the corporation's operations. The platform is based on data management systems RT.Warehouse, RT.WideStore, RT.Streaming, RT.ClusterManager an

M:tel rolls out new Dopuna:Start package
BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA 10:32

M:tel rolls out new Dopuna:Start package

Bosnia and Herzegovina operator M:tel has rolled out the contract-free Dopuna:Start package, aimed at tourists. For BAM 20, users get 30 GB of mobile internet on-net, 5 GB of mobile internet roaming for use in Western Balkan countries, as well as BAM 2 bonus credit for calls and SMS to all national networks in Bosnia and Herzegovina and while roaming in Western Balkan countries. All these benefits are valid for 15 days from activation.

Mynk launches mobile app in Morocco to simplify peer-to-peer payments
MOROCCO 10:32

Mynk launches mobile app in Morocco to simplify peer-to-peer payments

Moroccan fintech platform Mynk has launched a mobile app designed to simplify peer-to-peer payments by allowing customers to send and receive money using only a phone number. This eliminates the need for IBANs or detailed bank information. Mynk is positioned as a digital wallet and allows transfers, bill payments, digital purchases and event ticketing.

A1 Croatia's Tomato refreshes branding, bundles
CROATIA (HRVATSKA) 10:31

A1 Croatia's Tomato refreshes branding, bundles

A1 Croatia's second brand Tomato has unveiled a fresh brand identity and service offering, aiming to simplify mobile services by eliminating complex tariffs, long-term commitments, and unpredictable charges. A key innovation is the new autopay option, offering customers automatic monthly billing for their prepaid bundle.

RCS traffic surges threefold in 2025 - Infobip
GLOBAL 10:29

RCS traffic surges threefold in 2025 - Infobip

Infobip's 'Messaging Trends Report 2026' reveals a move from single-channel to complex, AI-powered omnichannel experiences in customer communications. The group said nearly 98 percent of customer interactions now occur across multiple channels. While SMS accounts for 62 percent of traffic, RCS traffic surged threefold globally in 2025, with a 70x increase in North America, and significant growth in Latin America (7x) and APAC (over 5x). WhatsApp continues to lead in conversational AI, handling 91 percent of

Unifique sees 20% net profit growth in 2025 to BRL 209 million
BRAZIL 10:27

Unifique sees 20% net profit growth in 2025 to BRL 209 million

Brazilian telecom operator Unifique reported net operating revenue of BRL 1.18 billion for the full year 2025, marking a 15.6 percent increase compared to 2024. Net profit soared by 19.8 percent to BRL 209 million, while capex was BRL 349.1 million. In the fourth quarter, net revenue reached BRL 323.5 million (+21.8%), while quarterly net profit increased by 25 percent to BRL 62 million.

TIM UltraFibra rolls out Wi-Fi 7 in Brazil
BRAZIL 10:25

TIM UltraFibra rolls out Wi-Fi 7 in Brazil

TIM UltraFibra has launched residential internet plans featuring Wi-Fi 7 equipment across all its service areas in Brazil, following a successful trial phase. TIM Brasil claims to be the first and only operator to offer nationwide Wi-Fi 7 access. Wi-Fi 7 is included in TIM's UltraFibra 2 GIGA plan, which also bundles subscriptions to services like HBO Max (with ads) and Paramount+.

Google Pixel becomes official smartphone of French national football team
FRANCE 10:24

Google Pixel becomes official smartphone of French national football team

Google has announced a sponsorship agreement with the French Football Federation (FFF), under which Google Pixel will be promoted as the official smartphone of the national team, known as Les Bleus. The partnership also grants Google the newly created status of technology partner of the national team. In practice, the FFF will be able to take advantage of Google's expertise in AI and search to enhance fan engagement and marketing activities. Among the joint initiatives, the 'Shot on Pixel' programme will ai

Ucell offers free 5G services for a year with Samsung Galaxy S26
UZBEKISTAN 10:23

Ucell offers free 5G services for a year with Samsung Galaxy S26

Uzbekistan operator Ucell has started sales of the Samsung Galaxy S26 series of smartphones in its shops. Customers buying the devices are offered free unlimited 5G traffic for a year on the Ucell network. The Samsung Galaxy S26 12/256 GB costs UZS 11.490 million in shops of the operator, the S26+ 12/256 GB totals UZS 12.990 million, and the S26 Ultra 12/256 GB costs UZS 15.890 million.

UZBEKISTAN 10:22

Life refreshes data roaming pack

Belarusian operator Life has refreshed its 15-day data roaming package valid in popular countries. The volume has been raised from 1.5 GB to 2 GB, and Vietnam, Israel, Thailand and Kyrgyzstan have been added to the countries covered with the package. The bundle also is valid now on the network of the Uzbekistan operator Mobiuz. The package costs BYN 19.90.

UNITED STATES 10:20

Spectrum agrees multi-year procurement of Vecima Docsis 4 PHY device

Spectrum, the US cable carrier and ISP owned by Charter Communications, has signed a multi-year agreement to procure Docsis 4-capable remote PHY devices (RPDs) from Canada's Vecima Networks. The agreement expands Spectrum's existing deal to deploy Vecima's Entra SF-4X PON remote optical line terminal (OLT).

MALDIVES 10:12

Dhiraagu offers data gifting at Eid al-Fitr with chance to win prizes

Maldivian operator Dhiraagu has is running a promotion for Eid al-Fitr under which Postpaid and Prepaid customers can give free data to their loved ones and stand the chance to win prizes. This serves as an extension of its 'Crack a Kaashi' promotion, which rewards customers with daily prizes throughout Ramadan. Customers can gift data to five friends or family members and crack a Kaashi for each gift sent. Gifts can be sent through DhiraaguApp on any day from 20 to 26 March.

SPAIN 10:07

LaLiga tops 2,000 convictions against bars in piracy crackdown

The Spanish Football League (LaLiga) has secured more than 2,000 convictions against bars and other hospitality venues in Spain for illegally broadcasting football matches, in the latest phase of its crackdown on audiovisual piracy. LaLiga said the figure, equivalent to a favourable ruling roughly every two days, follows a 2019 shift to pursue offenders through criminal proceedings in response to piracy losses estimated at around EUR 600 million a year for football clubs.  

CANADA 10:07

Telus launches new smart home AI assistant with Generative UI

Canadian operator Telus is launching the first smart home AI assistant with Generative UI in the world, which will be available over the coming weeks to SmartHome+ customers. The new Telus SmartHome Assistant creates a personalised interface based on user needs by processing images, voice, videos and sensor feeds in real-time. It will work across more than 2,000 smart home device models, including from major brands, to provide a single, intuitive interface - alleviating a fragmented user experience across d

SAUDI ARABIA 10:05

Dhiraagu offers free calls to Saudi Arabia for Fitr Eid

Maldivian operator, Dhiraagu is offering free international calls to Saudi Arabia to help customers stay in touch with their loved ones at Eid al-Fitr, a time when many travel to perform Umrah. Under this offer, customers can benefit from 30 minutes of calls to Saudi Arabia after dialling star 225 hash for activation, which runs for seven days from 20 March.

BELGIUM 10:05

Fortinet names BeLux regional manager

Fortinet announced Caroline van Cleemput as its new Country Manager BeLux. She will lead the regional team in Belgium and Luxembourg, focusing on strengthening the partner network and innovation in SASE, cloud and OT services, she said in a post on LinkedIn. Van Cleemput was most recently Benelux regional director for Snowflake and before that held similar regional sales and management positions at Salesforce, Check Point and Trend Micro, providing over 20 years of experience in the sector.

NAMIBIA 10:01

MTC Namibia opens first flagship store in Grove Mall

MTC Namibia has opened its first flagship mobile store at Grove Mall, offering its full range of products and services under one roof. MTC said the shop is designed to provide a more interactive and efficient service environment, allowing customers to access support, explore new technologies and manage services through integrated digital touchpoints.

NETHERLANDS 09:59

Court rejects earn-out fee claims for Youfone Zakelijk sale

Two former shareholders of Dutch MVNO Youfone are not entitled to an earn-out fee, a court in Rotterdam ruled. Both their claim on the additional payment and the appeal filed by Yoin Holding against an earlier decision from 2025 were rejected. In the earlier decision Yoin was ordered to pay the two EUR 250,000 each in post-closing fees, covering operational targets such as the number of active Sims. 

FRANCE 09:55

SFR offers eSIM transfers between iPhone and Android devices

French operator SFR said that customers with selected smartphones can now benefit from the automatic transfer of eSIM profiles between iOS- and Android-powered handsets. This service was previously restricted to transfers between devices running the same operating system (iOS-to-iOS or Android-to-Android). The list of compatible iOS models covers iPhones from the 11 series or more recent, while availability on Android requires the Google Pixel 9 and 10 series.

UNITED KINGDOM 09:53

Gamma Communications appoints new CFO, Executive Director

Gamma Communications has appointed Damien Maltarp as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Executive Director. He will take over from Bill Castell, who is leaving at end-March for an executive role with a private equity-backed company. Maltarp has over 15 years of senior financial leadership experience, and is currently Group Financial Controller for London Stock Exchange (LSEG). 

NETHERLANDS 09:47

Dutch Cloud Community starts work on digital autonomy accreditation

The industry group Dutch Cloud Community (DCC) has launched a new website on digital autonomy and is working on an accreditation system for cloud providers. The website is designed to help market parties follow the latest developments in this area and make informed decisions on issue such as data location, continuity and digital autonomy. The accreditation system is expected to help outline how cloud services contribute to digital autonomy in areas such as governance, ownership structure, legal positioning

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