Amazon reaches definitive merger deal with Globalstar with support for Apple devices
Amazon and Globalstar have announced a definitive merger agreement, under which Amazon will buy Globalstar and enable Amazon Leo to add direct-to-device (D2D) services to its low Earth orbit satellite network. Amazon has also reached a deal with Apple for Amazon Leo to continue supporting satellite services for iPhones and Apple Watches, as provided by Globalstar to date. The takeover values Globalstar at USD 90 per share, a significant premium on its most recent closing share price of USD 72.89 per share,
Amazon reaches definitive merger deal with Globalstar with support for Apple devices
Amazon and Globalstar have announced a definitive merger agreement, under which Amazon will buy Globalstar and enable Amazon Leo to add direct-to-device (D2D) services to its low Earth orbit satellite network. Amazon has also reached a deal with Apple for Amazon Leo to continue supporting satellite services for iPhones and Apple Watches, as provided by Globalstar to date. The takeover values Globalstar at USD 90 per share, a significant premium on its most recent closing share price of USD 72.89 per share,
Ziggo brings Hollandsnieuwe brand to fixed market with new broadband, TV offer
Dutch operator VodafoneZiggo is bringing its low-cost mobile brand Hollandsnieuwe to the fixed market, as part of efforts to win back share on the broadband and TV market. As an introductory offer, Hollandsnieuwe offers broadband at EUR 30 per month the first year of a two-year contract or the first eight months of a one-year deal. The TV service, provided via an app, also is free during the promotional period. The new service is marketed as internet at "EUR 1 per day", with a pledge to keep prices unchange
Ziggo brings Hollandsnieuwe brand to fixed market with new broadband, TV offer
Dutch operator VodafoneZiggo is bringing its low-cost mobile brand Hollandsnieuwe to the fixed market, as part of efforts to win back share on the broadband and TV market. As an introductory offer, Hollandsnieuwe offers broadband at EUR 30 per month the first year of a two-year contract or the first eight months of a one-year deal. The TV service, provided via an app, also is free during the promotional period. The new service is marketed as internet at "EUR 1 per day", with a pledge to keep prices unchange
T-Mobile US announces new nationwide national parks initiative
T-Mobile US and the National Park Foundation (NPF) have partnered on a new nationwide 'Do Not Disturb Season' initiative to encourage Americans to silence everyday distractions and spend more time connecting in the country's national parks. The T-Mobile 5G network, supplemented by T-Satellite with Starlink connectivity, will keep customers connected throughout the national parks - giving customers the confidence to turn on 'Do Not Disturb' and explore nature.
T-Mobile US announces new nationwide national parks initiative
Zen offers eero Business mesh WiFi to UK SMEs
UK ISP Zen Internet has partnered with Amazon-owned eero to boost its business connectivity offering with eero mesh WiFi. This will provide SME customers with easy access to high-speed, reliable mesh Wi-Fi across Zen's full-fibre network footprint. The launch comes as new research commissioned by Zen shows that UK small businesses have WiFi problems 13 times a month, resulting in them losing on average 11 hours each week.
Zen offers eero Business mesh WiFi to UK SMEs
Channel 4 registers over 20 billion streaming minutes in Q1
UK TV broadcaster Channel 4 registered over 20 billion streaming minutes in Q1 2026. This is up 22 percent from the year-earlier quarter, and its biggest ever Q1 streaming figure. Data from BARB shows that Channel 4 's 16-34 viewers streamed more than half (56%) of their overall Channel 4 viewing in Q1, rising to a new high of 61 percent of March 2026. This is the first percentage of all UK commercial broadcasters.
Channel 4 registers over 20 billion streaming minutes in Q1
EdgeConneX opens new training centre at Houston data centre campus
EdgeConneX, global data centre solutions provider, has opened a new Global Training Centre at its data centre campus in Houston. This will be used to train workers on the latest technologies and operational best practices - providing EdgeConneX staff and partners with the skills, shared language and experience needed to deploy and support next-generation data centre, AI and cloud infrastructure.
EdgeConneX opens new training centre at Houston data centre campus
Kyndryl launches new Sovereignty Readiness services
Kyndryl has announced a new suite of enterprise technology advisory, implementation and managed services called 'Kyndryl Sovereignty Solutioning". The new offering will help enterprise customers identify risks, dependencies and options to enable continuity across complex IT environments.
Kyndryl launches new Sovereignty Readiness services
Radius Global Infrastructure appoints new CEO
Global investment group Radius Global Infrastructure has appointed Julian Plumstead as its new CEO. He will take over as CEO from the retiring Scott G Bruce, who will remain with the company as a senior advisor. Plumstead has over 30 years of leadership experience in the finance and digital infrastructure sectors, most recently as head of M&A for ATC in Europe, Latin America, Africa and Asia-Pacific. He will be based in the UK, leading teams across all regions.
Radius Global Infrastructure appoints new CEO
Boldyn installs new Wi-Fi 7 network for Hollywood Bowl
Boldyn Networks has installed a new Wi-Fi 7 network for the Hollywood Bowl venue in Los Angeles. The new network provides enhanced connectivity speed and capacity for operational staff, performers and guests across the venue. It supports mobile ticketing at all entry points; increased mobile food/drink ordering in premium seats; and enhanced signal reliability for arranging post-show rideshare transportation. The network also provides Wi-Fi 7 connectivity backstage and in the green room; and connectivity fo
Boldyn installs new Wi-Fi 7 network for Hollywood Bowl
Mobiuz offers annual fixed-wireless plan with unlimited data, 5G router
Uzbek operator Mobiuz has introduced to customers its tariff Mobi Home, enabling to access fixed wireless services. The connection rate totals UZS 1.190 million. The payment enables to access unlimited data traffic for a year, the tariff also includes the router ZTE G5C, supporting the 5G technology.
Mobiuz offers annual fixed-wireless plan with unlimited data, 5G router
Vodafone study shows older adults struggle with digital tech
New pan-European research from the Vodafone Foundation shows that only 1 in 3 older adults aged 55+ are confident using new digital tools. The survey of 6,000 respondents across six markets (Ireland, UK, Germany, Netherlands, Romania and Czech Republic) shows that 91 percent of older people use digital devices daily, but more than two thirds (69%) have low confidence or worry about making mistakes. Furthermore, over half (55%) of this age group believe that digital technology is advancing too fast for them
