Lancaster University support TechFirst Women's Programme
Lancaster University has joined the UK government's TechFirst Women's Programme to encourage 300 women into the technology industry. The scheme aims to help candidates into paid jobs in areas such as cyber security, AI, quantum technologies, semiconductors and advanced communications by March 2027.
Lancaster University support TechFirst Women's Programme
Lancaster University has joined the UK government's TechFirst Women's Programme to encourage 300 women into the technology industry. The scheme aims to help candidates into paid jobs in areas such as cyber security, AI, quantum technologies, semiconductors and advanced communications by March 2027.
FourNet acquires SVL Business Solutions
Manchester, UK-based FourNet, customer experience (CX) and AI transformation specialist, has announced the acquisition of Glasgow-based SVL Business Solutions, long-term partner specialising in contact centre and CX transformation. The merger adds 41 employees and strengthens FourNet's CX transformation capabilities, especially in financial services and other regulated sectors.
FourNet acquires SVL Business Solutions
Manchester, UK-based FourNet, customer experience (CX) and AI transformation specialist, has announced the acquisition of Glasgow-based SVL Business Solutions, long-term partner specialising in contact centre and CX transformation. The merger adds 41 employees and strengthens FourNet's CX transformation capabilities, especially in financial services and other regulated sectors.
Canadian govt invests CAD 15 million in Xona Space Systems
The Canadian government has announced a CAD 15 million investment in Xona Space Systems Canada, space technology company developing next-generation positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) technologies. The investment was made through the federal Strategic Response Fund, and will support the company's CAD 64.8 million project to create a missions operations and space systems development and manufacturing facility in Montreal, Quebec.
Canadian govt invests CAD 15 million in Xona Space Systems
MTS adds AI-powered call transcription to Optimus service
Russian operator MTS said that it has expanded the functionality of its business service, MTS Optimus with an AI-powered voice recorder. The tool records meetings and voice notes, transcribes audio files, and generates concise summaries. Available to subscribers of any mobile carrier, the service offers 30 minutes of processing time per week at no cost.
MTS adds AI-powered call transcription to Optimus service
Harrelli Communications seeks code powers for new fibre network
UK regulator Ofcom is consulting on plans to apply electronic communications code powers to Harrelli Communications. The consultation closes on 23 November 2026. Harrelli is a specialist digital infrastructure construction and network services provider focused on wholesale fibre infrastructure and related services. It is seeking code powers to support deployment of an optical fibre network made up of passive infrastructure, active transmission systems, and secure data centre interconnection infrastructure.
Harrelli Communications seeks code powers for new fibre network
RRT launches self-service model for number allocation
Lithuanian telecom regulator RRT has developed a self-service model in its number management system for operators. Operators can now independently obtain new numbers or relinquish existing ones in just 5 minutes - a process that previously took 1-2 business days.
RRT launches self-service model for number allocation
Vodacom Group calls for African-centric AI governance to reflect continental realities
Vodacom Group has called for the urgent establishment of African-centric artificial intelligence (AI) governance frameworks tailored to the continent's unique socio-economic realities. The mobile operator released a policy paper developed jointly with African law firm Bowmans, titled 'Governing Artificial Intelligence in Africa: A Principles-based Framework for Responsible Regulation'. The paper acknowledges that international AI governance models offer valuable insights, but argues that African nations mus
Vodacom Group calls for African-centric AI governance to reflect continental realities
Samsung agrees 5G support on smartphones in Russia
Russian mobile operator T2, a subsidiary of the national operator Rostelecom, has enabled 5G network support for smartphones from Samsung. This feature will become available to users following a software update. The Galaxy A27 is the first model to receive this update, with support for T2's 5G network set to roll out to other current Samsung smartphone models as well.
Samsung agrees 5G support on smartphones in Russia
BT plans live trial of AI-RAN on EE network in 2027
BT has partnered with Nokia and Nvidia to trial AI-RAN on the live EE mobile 5G+ network in Birmingham in 2027. The trial sites will help BT/EE examine how AI can be used to deliver more consistent connections and faster speeds, and respond more intelligently to changing customer demand. The trial will use Nokia 5G software on Nvidia's Aerial RAN Computer. Greg McCall, BT Group's Chief Security and Networks Officer, said it was continuing to invest in making the EE network smarter and most responsive, using
BT plans live trial of AI-RAN on EE network in 2027
Liberia seeks telecom sector input on draft infrastructure regulations
The Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) organised a public consultation on proposed telecommunications infrastructure regulations. The event brought together mobile network operators (MNOs), internet service providers (ISPs), and key stakeholders to review the draft framework covering infrastructure deployment, sharing and decommissioning. The new rules were designed to encourage coordinated development, promote shared infrastructure and reduce costly duplication.
Liberia seeks telecom sector input on draft infrastructure regulations
Bite Lithuania to change Sims for 100,000 subs
Bite Lithuania has started issuing at its shops new Sims that support mobile signatures. Around 100,000 of its subscribers will need to change their SIMs so they can use the national service based on the latest EU standards for electronic identification. Customers can obtain the new Sims only in person, at Bite shops.
