OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT for Teens with new safeguards on all under-18 accounts
OpenAI has started rolling out a new version of ChatGPT for children. Named 'ChatGPT for Teens', the new version comes with extra guardrails to help protect minors from unintended use of the AI. The new version applies automatically for any ChatGPT account where the user has registered as under-age or OpenAI detects they are not yet 18 years old.
OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT for Teens with new safeguards on all under-18 accounts
OpenAI has started rolling out a new version of ChatGPT for children. Named 'ChatGPT for Teens', the new version comes with extra guardrails to help protect minors from unintended use of the AI. The new version applies automatically for any ChatGPT account where the user has registered as under-age or OpenAI detects they are not yet 18 years old.
Fairphone updates Gen 6 phone with more memory, new processor
Fairphone has updated its Gen 6 model released a year ago. It comes with extra memory, at 12 GB for the first time on a Fairphone, the new Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 processor and Android 16. The Fairphone (Gen. 6+) is priced at EUR 649, slightly more than the previous model, and also comes with a dozen replaceable parts, a five-year warranty, and software updates at least until 2033.
Fairphone updates Gen 6 phone with more memory, new processor
Fairphone has updated its Gen 6 model released a year ago. It comes with extra memory, at 12 GB for the first time on a Fairphone, the new Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 processor and Android 16. The Fairphone (Gen. 6+) is priced at EUR 649, slightly more than the previous model, and also comes with a dozen replaceable parts, a five-year warranty, and software updates at least until 2033.
Ericsson and MediaTek test achieves decimetre-level positioning accuracy over commercial 5G network
Ericsson said it achieved decimetre-level accuracy in a high-precision outdoor positioning test with MediaTek. Using standardised 3GPP technology for Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Real-Time Kinematic (RTK), they demonstrated positioning accuracy down to tens of centimetres over a commercial 5G network. Validation was performed using MediaTek's latest 5G modem technology, capable of live processing of advanced GNSS corrections with optimised power efficiency.
Ericsson and MediaTek test achieves decimetre-level positioning accuracy over commercial 5G network
Xiaomi smartphone revenues fall 7.5% in Q2 as higher prices help offset over quarter lower volumes
Xiaomi shipped fewer smartphones in the second quarter, as the memory chip shortage pushed up prices and reduced demand for its low-cost phones. Total shipments reached 31.2 million, down from 33.8 million in the first quarter of 2026 and 26.5 percent less than in the same period of 2025. While the company is expanding in the EV market to help diversify its income, its total revenue for the quarter was still down 6.1 percent year-on-year to CNY 108.9 billion, and the net profit fell 20.3 percent to CNY 9.5
Xiaomi smartphone revenues fall 7.5% in Q2 as higher prices help offset over quarter lower volumes
Astel to open data centre in Almaty in 2027
Kazakhstan operator Astel said it's on track to launch its new data centre FCA (Freedom Cloud Almaty) in the city of Almaty in June 2027. Construction of the data centre started earlier this April. Once the data centre opens, 45 permanent jobs will be created.
Astel to open data centre in Almaty in 2027
MTS launches subscription for World of Tanks and World of Warships
Russian operator MTS announced a partnership with Lesta Games, a Russian video game developer and publisher, on a new subscription with access to in-game bonuses in two online games: World of Tanks and World of Warships. The subscription costs RUB 319 for 30 days, paid via the MTS mobile account.
MTS launches subscription for World of Tanks and World of Warships
Angola Telecom achieves strong improvement in profitability in 2025
State-owned operator Angola Telecom achieved a major financial turnaround in 2025, recording a net profit of AOA 14.2 billion, reported Mercado.This represents a strong improvement from 2024's modest AOA 233 million (around USD 253,500), driven largely by strict cost control and operational optimisation. Operating profit rose 17 percent to roughly AOA 77 billion, EBITDA expanded 12 percent to reach AOA 7.6 billion, while operating expenses fell by 7 percent to AOA 16.6 billion. Company leadership attributes
Angola Telecom achieves strong improvement in profitability in 2025
SFR launches 'protected kids' bundle combining mobile plan and Honor smartwatch
French operator SFR has teamed up with Honor to launch a new offer for parents, combining a mobile plan with a smartwatch designed for children aged six and over. As part of this 'protected kids' bundle, the Honor Choice Kids Watch Plus device is priced at EUR 73, with the option to spread the cost across 24 months.
SFR launches 'protected kids' bundle combining mobile plan and Honor smartwatch
LG adds STC TV shortcut on smart TVs
LG Electronics has partnered with STC Group to offer quicker access to the latter's streaming platform STV TV on LG TVs in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain. The collaboration integrates STC TV into LG's webOS platform via a dedicated shortcut on the home screen, giving viewers faster access to the content. To mark the launch, new STC TV subscribers on LG smart TVs across the three markets will receive a complimentary three-month subscription to its library of movies, series, sports, and live TV channels.
LG adds STC TV shortcut on smart TVs
Oman limits hours for marketing calls and SMS, requires ad labels
Oman's Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has introduced stricter regulations for promotional calls, SMS, and value-added services, giving businesses and telecom operators six months to comply. Under the new rules, marketing communications are restricted to 8:00hrs - 21:00hrs local time. Companies must clearly display their legal or commercial identity, using "AD" prefixes on promotional SMS and showing caller names for promotional and service calls, while banning individual phone lines for comme
Oman limits hours for marketing calls and SMS, requires ad labels
Angola passes new cybersecurity law
Angola's National Assembly has passed a new Cybersecurity Law aimed at enhancing the security and resilience of the country's digital space, reported Angop. The law seeks to facilitate digital transformation across the public administration, the economy, and broader society while establishing measures to protect essential networks, critical infrastructure, and information systems from cyber threats while upholding fundamental rights.
