Proximus, Telenet win competition clearance for FTTH cooperation
Belgium's leading ISPs Proximus and Telenet have received clearance from the Belgian competition authority to proceed with their planned cooperation on rolling out FTTP in the north of the country. The deal between their respective network arms Fiberklaar and Wyre is expected to help accelerate the roll-out of gigabit internet services, at lower cost. The plan is expected to cover over 2 million premises with fibre, most by 2029 and the rest by 2037.
Proximus, Telenet win competition clearance for FTTH cooperation
Belgium's leading ISPs Proximus and Telenet have received clearance from the Belgian competition authority to proceed with their planned cooperation on rolling out FTTP in the north of the country. The deal between their respective network arms Fiberklaar and Wyre is expected to help accelerate the roll-out of gigabit internet services, at lower cost. The plan is expected to cover over 2 million premises with fibre, most by 2029 and the rest by 2037.
EU reinstates ePrivacy derogation to allow online checks for child sexual abuse material
The EU has agreed to re-instate a system for voluntary screening of online messages to root out child sexual abuse material on major internet platforms. The temporary measure, which provides online platforms with an exemption from the ePrivacy directive protecting personal communications, aims to protect children while a more permanent law is negotiated. The derogation will be valid until 08 April 2028 under the decision approved by the Council of the EU, made up of representatives of the member states.
EU reinstates ePrivacy derogation to allow online checks for child sexual abuse material
The EU has agreed to re-instate a system for voluntary screening of online messages to root out child sexual abuse material on major internet platforms. The temporary measure, which provides online platforms with an exemption from the ePrivacy directive protecting personal communications, aims to protect children while a more permanent law is negotiated. The derogation will be valid until 08 April 2028 under the decision approved by the Council of the EU, made up of representatives of the member states.
Ford selects Apple Maps for upcoming EV navigation system
Apple and Ford confirmed that Apple Maps will be integrated into the latter's upcoming Universal Electric Vehicle (UEV) platform via Apple's new MapKit for Automotive software. The move will embed Apple's navigation system directly into in-car displays starting in 2027, offering turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates, natural language guidance and enhanced search functions.
Ford selects Apple Maps for upcoming EV navigation system
SK Telecom establishes AI data centre unit for planned 15 GW build-out
SK Telecom (SKT) has established a wholly owned subsidiary, SK Hyper, to lead the development of AI data centre infrastructure as part of a plan to build up to 15 GW of capacity in South Korea by 2035. The operator said its board had approved investment of KRW 750 billion in SK Hyper through 2030. The new company will focus on securing sites, developing and operating substations, building transmission and power distribution infrastructure, attracting customers and commercialising AI data centre projects.
SK Telecom establishes AI data centre unit for planned 15 GW build-out
HCLTech to open AI Data Centre, Global Technology Centre in Bhubaneswar
HCLTech has signed an agreement with the Government of Odisha to set up a Global Technology Centre in Bhubaneswar. The facility will deliver AI-based digital services to global enterprises. The Technology Center will complement HCLTech's proposed AI Data Centre in the upcoming Odisha Sovereign AI Park. HCLTech also reports that its Bhubaneswar Technology Center will house 5,000 people and is expected to start operations by 2028.
HCLTech to open AI Data Centre, Global Technology Centre in Bhubaneswar
T-Mobile, AT&T Fiber top latest Ookla US connectivity report
The latest Ookla connectivity report on US mobile and fixed networks (covering H1 2026) shows that T-Mobile had the Best Mobile Network and Best 5G Network. It registered a median mobile download speed of 275.55 Mbps, with a median 5G download speed of 314.38 Mbps. T-Mobile also offered the best mobile quality of experience, with the best gaming and video streaming experiences across all technologies combined, and especially for 5G.
T-Mobile, AT&T Fiber top latest Ookla US connectivity report
Verizon wins USD 1 billion dark fibre connectivity contract with Google
Verizon has signed a contract worth over USD 1 billion to supply dark fibre connectivity to Google's data centres, reports Reuters. The contract was confirmed by Verizon CEO Dan Schulman during a post-earnings call, with the company expecting to unveil more contracts by end-2026. Schulman said these contracts will generate revenue of "multiple billions of dollars' in the coming years.
Verizon wins USD 1 billion dark fibre connectivity contract with Google
Quebecor welcomes Federal Court ruling on pirate website blocking
Canadian telecoms and media group Quebecor has welcomed a Federal Court ruling that strengthens the blocking of pirate sites/services that rebrand or move to new domains to avoid enforcement action. In a statement, Quebecor said that judicial site blocking was "indispensable" for protecting consumers and creators against digital piracy; adding that it was important for legal tools to adapt to the "sophisticated tactics" of criminals profiting from stolen content.
Quebecor welcomes Federal Court ruling on pirate website blocking
Canadian government consults on increasing AI transparency
The Canadian government has announced a public consultation on AI transparency, seeking views on how to boost transparency for AI systems and AI-created content. This will help build public trust in safe, reliable and responsible AI technology, a commitment in the government's National AI Strategy. The consultation closes on 23 September 2026.
Canadian government consults on increasing AI transparency
The Athletic Video Hub launches on FuboTV
FuboTV is expanding a multi-year partnership with digital sports media company The Athletic with the launch of The Athletic Video Hub on Fubo. This makes sports video connected from The Athletic available on connected TV (CTV) for the first time. Fubo is the official live streaming partner of The Athletic.
The Athletic Video Hub launches on FuboTV
Charter Communications loses 172,000 broadband customers in Q2
Charter Communications has reported revenue of USD 13.5 billion for Q2 2026, down 1.7 percent from the year-earlier quarter on lower residential video revenue. Net income attributable to shareholders was USD 1.3 billion for the quarter, with adjusted EBITDA down 4.3 percent to USD 5.4 billion. Capital expenditure reached USD 2.9 billion in Q2, with net cash flows from operating activities up to USD 3.9 billion, from USD 3.6 million a year earlier.
