Germany's 1&1 reports fall in FY EBITDA on mobile network transition
Germany's 1&1 saw its revenues increase by 1.8 percent year-on-year in 2025 to EUR 4.06 billion, helped by its buy-out of 1&1 Versatel, while EBITDA plunged by 9 percent to EUR 537.5 million. EBITDA in the Access segment decreased by 8.1 percent to EUR 786.8 million due to increased wholesale costs for national roaming, and the 1&1 mobile network business generated a loss of EUR 265.3 million. The switch from Telefonica to Vodafone as its roaming network supplier negatively impacted EBITDA but was EBIT-neut
Germany's 1&1 reports fall in FY EBITDA on mobile network transition
Germany's 1&1 saw its revenues increase by 1.8 percent year-on-year in 2025 to EUR 4.06 billion, helped by its buy-out of 1&1 Versatel, while EBITDA plunged by 9 percent to EUR 537.5 million. EBITDA in the Access segment decreased by 8.1 percent to EUR 786.8 million due to increased wholesale costs for national roaming, and the 1&1 mobile network business generated a loss of EUR 265.3 million. The switch from Telefonica to Vodafone as its roaming network supplier negatively impacted EBITDA but was EBIT-neut
Micron sales up almost threefold in fiscal Q2, raises dividend 30%
Micron almost trebled group revenues year-on-year in its fiscal second quarter to end-February, benefiting from buoyant demand for memory chips and storage across all of its operating segments. Qquarterly revenues of USD 23.9 billion arrived well above Micron's USD 18.3-19.1 billion internal forecast, and net profits soared to USD 13.8 billion from USD 1.6 billion year-on-year. Gross margins reached 74.4 percent, more than doubling last year's 36.8 percent margin and finishing above Micron's 66-68 percent e
Micron sales up almost threefold in fiscal Q2, raises dividend 30%
Micron almost trebled group revenues year-on-year in its fiscal second quarter to end-February, benefiting from buoyant demand for memory chips and storage across all of its operating segments. Qquarterly revenues of USD 23.9 billion arrived well above Micron's USD 18.3-19.1 billion internal forecast, and net profits soared to USD 13.8 billion from USD 1.6 billion year-on-year. Gross margins reached 74.4 percent, more than doubling last year's 36.8 percent margin and finishing above Micron's 66-68 percent e
CK Hutchison lifts FY telecoms revenue 9%, underlying EBITDA by 10%
CK Hutchison has reported that revenue from its telecom business in the 2025 financial year rose by 8.9 percent to EUR 11.39 billion from EUR 10.46 billion in 2024. EBITDA fell 23.6 percent to EUR 2.18 billion from EUR 2.86 billion. Underlying EBITDA rose by 9.6 percent to EUR 3.13 billion from EUR 2.86 billion. These underlying results exclude a one-off non-cash loss arising from the merger of 3 UK with Vodafone in May 2025 and related impacts.
CK Hutchison lifts FY telecoms revenue 9%, underlying EBITDA by 10%
EU opens tenders for EUR 200 mln in submarine cable funding
The European Commission has opened two tenders for EU funding for international communication cables. The first call provides EUR 180 million for upgrading and expanding submarine cable networks and the second has EUR 20 million for developing real-time monitoring systems to protect the critical infrastructure. Both tenders are part of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) and form part of the EU's efforts to improve the security and resilience of its digital infrastructure.
EU opens tenders for EUR 200 mln in submarine cable funding
Fastweb+Vodafone and TIM set up JV to build up to 6,000 towers
Telecom Italia (TIM) and Fastweb+Vodafone have followed the deal announced earlier this year to jointly roll out out 5G infrastructure throughout Italy with a new agreement to build up to 6,000 mobile tower sites via a 50-50 joint venture. In a statement, the companies said the aim of the project is to align operational efficiency and costs to the European average, while ensuring long-term sustainability and the technological flexibility for the development of next-generation networks.
Fastweb+Vodafone and TIM set up JV to build up to 6,000 towers
SKT and Ericsson sign MoU on AI-driven network evolution towards 6G
SK Telecom (SKT) and Ericsson have signed an MoU to expand collaboration on AI-based network technologies spanning 5G evolution and future 6G development. The agreement focuses on joint research and validation of advanced network technologies, with the aim of supporting both near-term enhancements to 5G networks and longer-term 6G standardisation and development.
SKT and Ericsson sign MoU on AI-driven network evolution towards 6G
iVerify expands Belfast presence; makes four senior appointments
Mobile security company iVerify will expand its operations and support team in Belfast. The New York-based company provides an advanced mobile endpoint detection and response (EDR) security solution to protect mobile devices from threats such as SIM swapping and mercenary spyware. It was established in 2023 and has over 40 employees worldwide.
iVerify expands Belfast presence; makes four senior appointments
Channel 4 launches new alumni network for disabled off-screen talent
UK broadcaster Channel 4 has launched a new Paralympic alumni network called 'OnTrack' to provide long-term support for senior disabled off-screen talent. The new scheme aims to provide access to events, masterclasses and bursaries for senior disabled, deaf and neuro-divergent off-screen talent.
Channel 4 launches new alumni network for disabled off-screen talent
GoNetSpeed expands NY state fibre network roll-out to Oneonta
US fibre broadband provider GoNetSpeed has announced a USD 4.5 million investment to expand its fibre network to the city Oneonta in New York State. This represents its first fibre network deployment in Otsego County. Construction of the new network will commence in the coming weeks, delivering multi-gigabit broadband speeds to residents and businesses. The first customers will be connected as early as spring 2026. The GoNetSpeed network is already operational in over 30 communities across New York State -
GoNetSpeed expands NY state fibre network roll-out to Oneonta
Dazn signs multi-year deal with boxing brand Top Rank
Dazn has signed a multi-year media rights agreement with boxing legacy brand Top Rank to bring elite fight night events and historic fight archive to Dazn users worldwide. The deal further strengthens Dazn's commitment to providing content for boxing fans - with its Ultimate tier package offering access to over 185 boxing fights a year, more than 12 pay-per-view events a year, extensive archive of classic fights, and behind-the-scenes content.
Dazn signs multi-year deal with boxing brand Top Rank
DuckDuckGo launches new Pro plan with advanced AI features
DuckDuckGo has announced the launch of a new Pro subscription for people using AI for demanding tasks. As well as VPN and other protections, the new Pro plan includes three Duck.ai upgrades - 2-times higher usage limits compared to the Plus plan, exclusive access to Claude Opus 4.6, and a higher reasoning effort than Plus.
