Allente offers public screening licences for FIFA World Cup 2026 men's competition
SWEDEN 10:34

Allente offers public screening licences for FIFA World Cup 2026 men's competition

Allente said it has the exclusive rights offer licences for public screenings of the FIFA World Cup men's football competition for Sweden on behalf of Schibsted's TV4 and public broadcaster SVT. Venues such as bars, restaurants and other businesses are invited to apply to Allente for a licences to show the matches legally in their premises. The championship runs from 11 June to 19 July.

Pexip and Wire target critical European sectors with service integration
EUROPE 10:18

Pexip and Wire target critical European sectors with service integration

Videoconferencing provider Pexip and secure workplace platform Wire will present an integration at AFCEA TechNet Cyber in Bonn on 12 May to provide sovereign, encrypted communications for governments, defence organisations and operators of critical infrastructure. They will combine Norway-based Pexip's secure video meeting and interoperability infrastructure with Germany company Wire's MLS-based encrypted messaging and collaboration platform.

SES returns to organic revenue growth in Q1 despite contraction at Media business
GLOBAL 09:51

SES returns to organic revenue growth in Q1 despite contraction at Media business

Satellite operator SES has confirmed the full‑year financial guidance published in early March, after the first quarter marked a "solid start" to the year with a return to organic revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth. On a reported basis, revenues rose 81 percent at constant currency to EUR 847 million, reflecting the consolidation of Intelsat from mid‑July 2025. Organically, the operator posted a 3 percent revenue increase (-1% in Q4) and a 5 percent rise in adjusted EBITDA (-16.1% in Q4), citing the positiv

TIM relaunches 150GB 'winback' offer for under EUR 6/mth
ITALY 09:50

TIM relaunches 150GB 'winback' offer for under EUR 6/mth

Telecom Italia (TIM) has begun an SMS campaign to win back former customers via the TIM Supreme GPRO rate it offered at the start of the year with 150GB of data for under EUR 6 a month, reports Mondo Mobile Web. Subscribers also receive unlimited calls and SMS plus the 150GB data bundle for EUR 5.99 a month.

US FCC loosens restriction on foreign-produced routers to permit software updates until at least end-2028
UNITED STATES 09:47

US FCC loosens restriction on foreign-produced routers to permit software updates until at least end-2028

The US Federal Communications Commission has tweaked its policy on consumer-grade internet routers manufactured abroad to ensure existing devices can receive security patches and other software updates for longer. In a notice issued by the FCC's Office of Engineering and Technology, the commission moved to extend waivers on software and firmware updates that mitigate security risks until at least 01 January 2029 from January 2027 previously. The exemption will also be expanded to cover a broader range of so

Germany's 1&1 revenues rise 1% in Q1 while EBITDA remains flat
GERMANY 09:34

Germany's 1&1 revenues rise 1% in Q1 while EBITDA remains flat

Germany's 1&1 said revenues increased by 1.1 percent year-on-year in Q1 2026 to EUR 1.15 billion, calling it a good start to the year. By contrast, service revenues declined by 1.2 percent during the period to EUR 910 million. EBITDA was little changed, dipping by 0.1 percent to EUR 192.4 million from EUR 192.5 million in the first quarter of 2025. Consumer & Small Business segment EBITDA declined by 9.4 percent to EUR 201.9 million, while Enterprises & Networks segment EBITDA improved to a loss of EUR 9.5

VodafoneZiggo staff approve revised wage deal
NETHERLANDS 09:32

VodafoneZiggo staff approve revised wage deal

Employees at Dutch operator VodafoneZiggo have approved a new collective labour agreement, following changes to the original deal. The union De Unie said 81 percent of the participating staff approved the agreement in a vote. 

Wyre completes EUR 4.35 bln debt package with banks
BELGIUM 09:28

Wyre completes EUR 4.35 bln debt package with banks

Belgian wholesale operator Wyre has completed the earlier announced debt financing worth EUR 4.35 billion, with a consortium of 16 banks. The financing was first announced last autumn, and completion follows a definitive agreement reached with Proximus to cooperate on the roll-out of FTTH in Flanders. 

Vodafone Oman leads SME development authority visit to Luxembourg
LUXEMBOURG 09:24

Vodafone Oman leads SME development authority visit to Luxembourg

Vodafone Oman says it recently led a delegation from the Omani Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (Riyada) and the Oman Investment Authority (OIA) on a visit to Luxembourg to explore international technology, procurement and innovation models that support SME growth. The operator facilitated visits to a number of leading technology and innovation platforms, including Vodafone Procure & Connect, the Tomorrow Street joint venture by Vodafone and Technoport to support scale-ups, and the House o

Telecom Argentina launches ad campaign for Personal ecosystem
ARGENTINA 09:24

Telecom Argentina launches ad campaign for Personal ecosystem

Telecom Argentina has launched a new advertising campaign entitled "¿Quién?" ("Who?") following its decision to consolidate the identity of all its digital services under the Personal brand previously used for its mobile operations. The company said Personal will now serve as the umbrella for a broader ecosystem spanning fixed and mobile connectivity, entertainment, digital finance, smart home offerings and enterprise technology services.

Lyca Mobile hires former footballer Andy van der Meijde as brand ambassador
NETHERLANDS 09:22

Lyca Mobile hires former footballer Andy van der Meijde as brand ambassador

Lyca Mobile has hired Andy van der Meijde as its new brand ambassador in the Netherlands. The former top footballer will feature in the MVNO's campaigns over the next three years, focusing first on a new Sim-only offering. He will also promote Lyca on social media, starting with an Instagram Reel presenting the partnership.

Orange Jordan offers two-week unlimited internet for Hajj
JORDAN 09:16

Orange Jordan offers two-week unlimited internet for Hajj

Orange Jordan has launched an exclusive roaming offer for the Hajj season in Saudi Arabia, available from 07 May to 30 May. Jordanian pilgrims can access unlimited internet using 5G technology through the Mobily and STC networks to stay connected with their families. The company has extended its weekly unlimited internet package's validity to two weeks, now including 250 call minutes for the same JOD 15 price. Orange also offers a daily unlimited internet plan with 10 call minutes for JOD 3, and a weekly 3G

OMAN 09:13

Ooredoo Oman launches Hajj Passport offer with unlimited data for OMR 8

Ooredoo Oman said it has reintroduced its Hajj Passport bundles for the current season, offering travelers a budget-friendly way to stay connected. Its OMR 8 bundle includes unlimited data and extra call minutes valid for fourteen days to ensure pilgrims need not worry about roaming costs. Customers can make and receive calls within Saudi Arabia and back home without concern about expenditure.

SOUTH AFRICA 09:06

South African telecom association ACT urges reinvestment of spectrum cash in ICT sector

South African telecom operators represented by the Association of Comms & Technology (ACT) are calling for future spectrum auction proceeds to be reinvested into digital infrastructure, rather than absorbed into the national treasury, TechCentral reported. It argues that after the massive costs of the 2022 auction, the current model risks depleting the capital needed to maintain and expand the country's ICT sector. ACT CEO Nomvuyiso Batyi told TechCentral that spectrum auction proceeds and operator fees oug

UNITED STATES 09:06

Ezee Fiber appoints new CFO and COO to support growth

US fibre broadband provider Ezee Fiber has announces two executive appointments to support its next growth phase. Mo Aslani has been appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO), with Pedro Checo promoted to the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Aslani joined the company at start-2024 and manages Finance & Accounting, Business Planning, Tax & Treasury, Procurement and Corporate Administration. 

UNITED KINGDOM 08:59

UK govt considers expanding BBC licence fee to streaming platforms - report

The UK government is understood to favour expanding the TV licensing system to include streaming platforms such as Netflix and Amazon Prime, instead of adopting BBC funding model that is supported by ads or subscriptions, reports The Times newspaper citing unnamed industry sources. Ministers are believed to be worried about leaving the BBC unable to "unite the nation" if subscriptions and paywalls are introduced; as well as the impact on commercial rivals such as Channel 4 and ITV if the BBC was allowed to

BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA 08:54

EU and Germany bring free public Wi-Fi to Bosnia and Herzegovina

The European Union and Germany have launched an initiative to provide free public Wi-Fi in 116 municipalities across Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). The program, called WiFi4 Western Balkans (WiFi4WB), officially began in Banja Luka, aiming to give citizens free, fast, and reliable internet access in public areas like parks, libraries, and schools, reported Indikator.ba.

RWANDA 08:51

MTN Rwanda service revenue rises 21% in Q1

MTN Rwanda said its service revenue grew 21.2 percent year-on-year to RWF 81.4 billion in the first quarter, driven by strong growth in data, voice and particularly mobile money, which grew by 30.2 percent. This robust top-line growth, combined with disciplined cost management, led to a 32.8 percent increase in EBITDA to RWF 34.0 billion, with the EBITDA margin expanding by 3.8 percentage points to 41.5 percent. Net profit soared by 466.6 percent to RWF 8.3 billion.

UNITED KINGDOM 08:49

Virgin Media O2 publishes new ESG strategy

Virgin Media O2 has launched a new ESG strategy, outlining how sustainability and social impact will be embedded across the full lifecycle of its business. The new 'Responsible Business Plan' has four key areas of focus - Climate, Control, Connection and Circularity. It includes ambitious targets to achieve net zero across operations, products and the supply chain by end-2040; and to double the number of people purchasing refurbished devices and recycling old tech through O2 Recycle by 2030. The new ESG str

GABON 08:49

Moov Africa Gabon Telecom and Airtel sign deal to share infrastructure

Gabon's two major mobile operators, Moov Africa Gabon Telecom and Airtel Gabon have signed an agreement to share telecom infrastructure amid rising costs and growing demand for digital services, Ecofin reported. Under the deal, the two companies will share telecom towers and other network infrastructure to strengthen coverage and improve service quality nationwide.

GLOBAL 08:49

Telxius partners with FiberLocator to boost network visibility

Telefonica-owned wholesale fibre operator Telxius said it has joined FiberLocator, a US-based fibre mapping and intelligence platform, to further strengthen the visibility of its international infrastructure. FiberLocator provides real-time visibility of long-haul fibre routes, network PoPs, metro coverage, network density and lit buildings.

GLOBAL 08:49

Nokia rolls out new agentic AI features in fixed broadband management software

Nokia has announced that it is bringing new agentic AI features to fixed broadband management software platforms including Altiplano, Corteca and Broadband Easy. The AI agents leverage natural language processing to implement automated root cause analysis and problem solving, targeting access and residential equipment managed with Nokia's software, including fibre and Wi-Fi use cases.

SLOVENIA 08:47

A1 sues Telekom Slovenije for alleged dominant position abuse

Telekom Slovenije has been hit with a lawsuit from A1 Slovenija, filed at the District Court in Ljubljana. A1 Slovenija is seeking over EUR 30 million in damages and is also disputing claims from Telekom Slovenije totalling over EUR 5 million. The lawsuit alleges that Telekom Slovenije abused its dominant position in the wholesale central and local access markets between November 2024 and March 2026.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 08:45

Former Rostelecom manager lead candidate to acquire Svyaznoy chain

Sergey Frolov, a former top manager of Russian national operator Rostelecom, is expected to acquire a majority stake in the mobile and electronics retail chain Svyaznoy, reports Cnews.ru. Frolov was the only participant in negotiations on the takeover under bankruptcy proceedings. Shares of the Cyprus-based company DTS Retail, owning 69.2 percent in the company Svyazvoy Chain, as well as a 5.6 percent stake in Svyaznoy Chain owned by the company Svyazoy are to be sold under the deal.

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