FTTP dominates cheapest broadband plans in UK - Point Topic
The cheapest UK broadband subscription at the 'small area' level ranged from GBP 12.50 per month (FTTP) to GBP 35.28 per month (FWA) as of January 2026, according to the latest research from Point Topic. The download speeds for these tariffs ranged from 11 Mbps to 2.5 Gbps.
FTTP dominates cheapest broadband plans in UK - Point Topic
The cheapest UK broadband subscription at the 'small area' level ranged from GBP 12.50 per month (FTTP) to GBP 35.28 per month (FWA) as of January 2026, according to the latest research from Point Topic. The download speeds for these tariffs ranged from 11 Mbps to 2.5 Gbps.
Hyperoptic study shows half of Brits could be overpaying for broadband
New research UK fibre broadband provider Hyperoptic shows that over half (51%) of broadband customers are paying GBP 30+ per month for broadband, with 19 percent paying GBP 40 or more. The research shows that UK broadband customers remain reluctant to switch provider despite being unhappy with pricing and it being easier than ever to switch. Ofcom data shows that 1.6 million people have used the One Touch Switch (OTS) system to switch broadband/landline provider in the last year.
Hyperoptic study shows half of Brits could be overpaying for broadband
New research UK fibre broadband provider Hyperoptic shows that over half (51%) of broadband customers are paying GBP 30+ per month for broadband, with 19 percent paying GBP 40 or more. The research shows that UK broadband customers remain reluctant to switch provider despite being unhappy with pricing and it being easier than ever to switch. Ofcom data shows that 1.6 million people have used the One Touch Switch (OTS) system to switch broadband/landline provider in the last year.
Telus, Photonic demo quantum teleportation over commercial fibre
Canadian telco Telus has partnered with quantum technology company Photonic to develop quantum-secure networking capabilities. The first demonstration of this partnership has successfully completed a quantum teleportation over metropolitan fibre. Nazim Benhadid, Telus Chief Technology Officer, said the demonstration showed the quantum-potential of the Telus fibre network; with Photonic CEO Paul Terry describing the successful quantum teleportation as "groundbreaking".
Telus, Photonic demo quantum teleportation over commercial fibre
Gigapower signs network access deal with ISP DoJoNetworks
Gigapower, wholesale full-fibre network JV between AT&T and BlackRock-owned Global Infrastructure Partners, has signed a network access agreement with US ISP DoJoNetworks. The latter becomes the second ISP using the Gigapower platform to provide managed Wi-Fi internet services specifically to multi-family properties. DoJoNetworks will use the network to offer services to multi-family property owners and operators in Gigapower markets.
Gigapower signs network access deal with ISP DoJoNetworks
NBI connects over 6,000 premises across County Limerick
National Broadband Ireland (NBI) said that over 6,000 businesses, homes and farms in County Limerick have now connected to its full-fibre broadband network. The National Broadband Plan (NBP) network is now available to a total of 16,967 premises across the county, with 6,066 connections made to date. A total of 22,000 premises in County Limerick are included in the NBP Intervention Area.
NBI connects over 6,000 premises across County Limerick
Quickline expands fibre roll-out to more East Yorkshire communities
Quickline Communications, UK rural broadband provider, has made full-fibre broadband available to thousands more homes and businesses across the East Riding of Yorkshire. The newly connected communities include Tickton, Catwick, Etton, Cherry Burton, Kilham, Rudston and Langtoft. The roll-out is part of the UK government-funded Project Gigabit programme to connect hard-to-reach communities, with around 2,000 addresses covered.
Quickline expands fibre roll-out to more East Yorkshire communities
Deutsche Telekom to provide multi-orbit satellite services for IoT connectivity
Deutsche Telekom hat tested connectivity through geostationary (GEO) and low earth orbit (LEO) satellites to offer IoT connectivity across multiple satellite orbits. The company is using the service of Skylo, which provides coverage in geostationary orbit, and Sateliot and OQ Technology handling radio connectivity to LEO satellites to provide so-called multi-orbit connectivity services connected to its global IoT network (NB-IoT and LTE-M). In the second half of this year, Telekom will partner withIridium'
Deutsche Telekom to provide multi-orbit satellite services for IoT connectivity
Radware hails record FY turnover and earnings following Q4 EMEA sales surge
Radware finished 2025 with a record turnover of USD 301.9 million, up 9.8 percent year-on-year as final quarter sales surged in EMEA markets. FY earnings also reached an all-time high, according to company CEO Roy Zisapel, with net profits rising more than threefold to USD 20.3 million.
Radware hails record FY turnover and earnings following Q4 EMEA sales surge
Anacom approves regulations for small area wireless access points
Portugal's National Communications Authority (Anacom) has approved new regulations for installing small area wireless access points. These rules dictate the technical specifications for deployment, including details about supporting infrastructure, placement, and the need to conceal the access points and their wiring for power and network connection.
Anacom approves regulations for small area wireless access points
3SS partners with Skoda to deliver in-car entertainment
3 Screen Solutions has announced a partnership with Czech automotive company Skoda to transform in-car entertainment. Its Skoda Play service operates as a central entertainment hub, aggregating video content from a range of sources and tailoring it to both the user and the specific vehicle. It is enabled by 3SS' 3Ready Automotive solution. The offering may include news, educational material, themed videos and branded content from Skoda.
3SS partners with Skoda to deliver in-car entertainment
Orange taps Selectour to accelerate distribution of eSIM offers for travellers
Orange's eSIM plans for international travellers are now available at a preferential rate through Selectour, a travel agency group with over 1,000 points of sale across mainland France and overseas territories. As part of this collaboration, Selectour's physical agency network has been distributing the Orange Travel portfolio since early January. In addition, a co-branded affiliate portal has been created to serve Selectour's customers online.
