HKT opens pre-orders for new Apple lineup, introduces HKT.AI plans
HKT, via its 1O1O, csl, Netvigator, Now TV and HKT Home Phone brands, has started accepting pre-orders for iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4 and AirPods 5. Pre-orders for iPhone Duo will begin on 16 October. In connection with the launch of the iPhone 18 series, 1O1O, csl and Netvigator are introducing the 'HKT.AI All-in-One Assistant Plan', which provides access to HKT.AI, an integrated AI platform. Customers using HKT.AI under eligible 1O1O and csl monthly plans
HKT opens pre-orders for new Apple lineup, introduces HKT.AI plans
HKT, via its 1O1O, csl, Netvigator, Now TV and HKT Home Phone brands, has started accepting pre-orders for iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4 and AirPods 5. Pre-orders for iPhone Duo will begin on 16 October. In connection with the launch of the iPhone 18 series, 1O1O, csl and Netvigator are introducing the 'HKT.AI All-in-One Assistant Plan', which provides access to HKT.AI, an integrated AI platform. Customers using HKT.AI under eligible 1O1O and csl monthly plans
Skytel adopts ZEGi NEXX5 service for its OTT platform in Mongolia
Mongolian operator Skytel has selected Zappware Entertainment Group International (ZEGi)'s NEXX5 platform for its OTT service, through its media subsidiary SKYmedia. Under the terms of a long-term partnership deal signed this summer, ZEGi will provide the NEXX5 platform, including its multi-screen client framework and Entertainment Control Center (ECC5). The platform will support Skytel's streaming service across its existing and future digital offerings. The agreement represents ZEGi's first deployment in
Skytel adopts ZEGi NEXX5 service for its OTT platform in Mongolia
Mongolian operator Skytel has selected Zappware Entertainment Group International (ZEGi)'s NEXX5 platform for its OTT service, through its media subsidiary SKYmedia. Under the terms of a long-term partnership deal signed this summer, ZEGi will provide the NEXX5 platform, including its multi-screen client framework and Entertainment Control Center (ECC5). The platform will support Skytel's streaming service across its existing and future digital offerings. The agreement represents ZEGi's first deployment in
Canadian telecoms regulator improves Broadband Fund
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecoms Commission (CRTC) is improving the Broadband Fund to help protect Canadians from broadband and mobile phone service outages. Following a public consultation, the fund will now support projects to reduce the risk and impact of network outages. This will help make services for reliable, especially during severe weather and other emergencies. Funding applications can be submitted until 15 October 2026.
Canadian telecoms regulator improves Broadband Fund
Nebula increases revenue of GBP 15 million in 2025
UK-based Nebula, SaaS provider of workplace communications software, has seen revenue grow to GBP 15 million in 2025, from GBP 13.9 million in 2024; with EBITDA up to GBP 4.3 million, from GBP 3.8 million over the same period. The figures were presented by Nebula as its annual partner conference in London on 16 September.
Nebula increases revenue of GBP 15 million in 2025
Verizon offers new SD7 Ultra push-to-talk handset from Siyata
Siyata, provider of mission-critical push-to-talk over cellular (PoC) handsets, is launching the new SD7 Ultra 5g Push-to-Talk handset with Verizon, expanding their long-term partnership. The new rugged 5G handset provides frontline users with a dedicated PT experience to communicate with their teams quickly. It will be available through Verizon from the third week of September.
Verizon offers new SD7 Ultra push-to-talk handset from Siyata
Dazn extends partnership with GB Super League Basketball
Dazn has extended a partnership with Super League Basketball (SLB) for the 2026/27 season. All SLB games will be available live and on-demand to fans in the UK and worldwide on Dazn from 18 September, including all Championship, Cup and Play-Off games. The professional Great Britain basketball league has been available on Dazn since 2024.
Dazn extends partnership with GB Super League Basketball
VodafoneThree wins several awards at 2026 Mobile Industry Awards
VodafoneThree has taken home several awards at the 2026 Mobile Industry awards - including Best Network for Consumers, Best Customer Service (Consumer), and Best Wholesale Service and Solutions Provider.
VodafoneThree wins several awards at 2026 Mobile Industry Awards
Disney appoints new Disney Entertainment executives
Disney has announced the appointment of Adam Smith as Chairman of Direct-to-Consumer for Disney Entertainment. In addition, Joe Earley will take on the newly-created position of President, Disney Entertainment Television Franchise and Content Strategy.
Disney appoints new Disney Entertainment executives
Core42 and TII partner on sovereign cloud and AI security
G42 company Core42 has signed an agreement with the Technology Innovation Institute (TII), part of Abu Dhabi's Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), to advance locally developed digital sovereignty and cybersecurity capabilities. The deal was signed at GISEC Global 2026. The collaboration combines Core42's sovereign cloud and AI capabilities with TII's cybersecurity research expertise.
Core42 and TII partner on sovereign cloud and AI security
Integra Tec fined USD 1.5 mln over Telefonica del Peru deal
Integra Tec International has been fined around PEN 5.5 million (USD 1.5 million) by Peru's competition authority for completing its acquisition of Telefonica del Peru without notifying regulators in advance. The National Institute for the Defence of Competition and Intellectual Property (Indecopi) said the deal exceeded the economic thresholds requiring notification and review.
Integra Tec fined USD 1.5 mln over Telefonica del Peru deal
Vodafone Germany adds 13 FAST channels to GigaTV offering
Vodafone Germany has added thirteen new free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels to its GigaTV offering. The channels include Spiegel TV Konflikte, ARD Plus Krimi, ARD Plus Lindenstrasse, ARD Plus Zoo, ZDF kocht!, 5-Minute Crafts and Scooore, among others.
