Meta expands AI tools to remove under-13 users on Facebook and Instagram
GLOBAL 06:58

Meta expands AI tools to remove under-13 users on Facebook and Instagram

Meta announced plans to expand its use of artificial intelligence to detect and remove users under 13 from Facebook and Instagram in response to regulatory pressure to protect minors online. The technology, which analyses user behaviour and profile information, will be rolled out across 27 European Union countries and extended to Facebook in the US, with further expansion to the UK and EU planned for June.

AMD beats Q1 outlook with sales up 38%, net profit nearly doubles
GLOBAL 06:47

AMD beats Q1 outlook with sales up 38%, net profit nearly doubles

AMD reported better-than-expected results for the first quarter of 2026, driven by demand for its data centre server chips to power new AI models and applications. Revenues rose 38 percent year-on-year to USD 10.25 billion, exceeding its guidance, and the gross margin improved 3 percentage points to 53 percent. AMD's net profit nearly doubled, to USD 1.38 billion from USD 709 million a year ago. 

Optus launches small business cybersecurity programme
AUSTRALIA 06:41

Optus launches small business cybersecurity programme

Optus has launched a national cybersecurity training initiative for small businesses after research indicated low levels of preparedness and a growing exposure to cyber incidents. The operator said its research found that 35 percent of Australian small businesses had experienced a cyberattack, while 60 percent do not have a cyber response plan in place. Only 40 percent of respondents said cybersecurity is a priority, and one in five businesses reported spending no time on cyber risk prevention.

nLighten appoints new CEO and CFO amid growth in edge demand
EUROPE 06:36

nLighten appoints new CEO and CFO amid growth in edge demand

European edge data centre operator nLighten has appointed Dame Dawn Childs as chief executive officer and Matthew Harris as chief financial officer as it seeks to expand its platform in response to increasing demand for distributed digital infrastructure. Childs joins from Pure Data Centres Group, where she most recently served as CEO, having previously held senior roles including chief operating officer. Her earlier experience includes leadership positions at National Grid, Merlin Entertainments and Gatwic

Singapore to trial nationwide cell broadcast emergency alert system
SINGAPORE 06:14

Singapore to trial nationwide cell broadcast emergency alert system

The Singapore Civil Defence Force is preparing to test a nationwide mobile-based emergency alert system, known as SG Alert, using cell broadcast technology to deliver warnings during major incidents. The system is designed to transmit alerts directly to mobile devices without requiring mobile data or collecting personal information. Messages can be sent either island-wide or to specific geographic areas, and are intended to support rapid public response during emergencies such as fires, chemical incidents o

Dazn achieves 3% paid share in Belgium in difficult first year with football rights
BELGIUM 06:04

Dazn achieves 3% paid share in Belgium in difficult first year with football rights

Sports streaming service Dazn has not built a significant subscriber base in its first year of holding the exclusive rights to Belgium's top football league. According to research by Telecompaper, only around 3 percent of Belgian households subscribed to Dazn in the first quarter of 2026. Another 7 percent said they had access to the service through a subscription shared outside their household.

Kakao and National Police Agency sign agreement on anti-phishing
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:57

Kakao and National Police Agency sign agreement on anti-phishing

South Korean internet giant Kakao has signed an MoU with the Korean National Police Agency to strengthen cooperation on the prevention and mitigation of phishing-related crimes. The agreement is intended to address the increasing sophistication and rapid spread of scams such as voice phishing and fraudulent investment schemes conducted via digital platforms. Under the arrangement, Kakao will use law enforcement data to enhance its operational policies and user protection processes. 

Korea launches expanded quantum communications testbed programme
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:55

Korea launches expanded quantum communications testbed programme

South Korea's ministry of science and ICT has opened a call for participation in an expanded national quantum communications testbed programme aimed at accelerating the commercialisation and industrial adoption of quantum cryptography technologies. The "Open Quantum Testbed Advancement and Expansion Project" builds on existing infrastructure deployed since 2024 across Seoul, Pangyo and Daejeon, where a quantum key distribution (QKD) network and associated testing and certification equipment have been made a

LG upgrades AI home research facility to support connected services
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:54

LG upgrades AI home research facility to support connected services

LG Electronics has upgraded its 'ThinQ Real' research facility in Seoul to accelerate development of AI-driven home services, including applications relevant to telecom-connected smart home ecosystems. Located within LG Science Park, the facility is designed to simulate a full residential environment, enabling researchers to analyse user behaviour, device interactions and data generated across connected home systems. The updated space replicates a typical apartment layout, allowing more detailed study of us

Bitzero, OneQode agree framework for AI deployment at Norwegian data centre
NORWAY 05:51

Bitzero, OneQode agree framework for AI deployment at Norwegian data centre

Canadian company Bitzero Holdings has signed a binding letter of intent with Australia-based infrastructure provider OneQode for capacity at its data centre development in Namsskogan, Norway. The agreement covers up to 110 MW of capacity over a proposed 15-year term and is intended to support AI and high-performance computing workloads. Deployment would take place in phases, with initial commissioning targeted for 2027.

DigiCo to sell Chicago data centre as it shifts capital towards Sydney
AUSTRALIA 05:49

DigiCo to sell Chicago data centre as it shifts capital towards Sydney

Australian company DigiCo Infrastructure REIT has agreed to sell its Chicago data centre asset (CHI1) for USD 750 million as part of a strategy to rebalance its portfolio and fund expansion in Australia, including infrastructure supporting telecom and digital services. The company said the transaction represents a premium of around five percent to the asset's purchase price and is expected to complete in the first quarter of FY27. Proceeds from the sale will be used to reduce debt and redeploy capital into

LG Uplus bundles streaming with new promotion on subscription platform
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:47

LG Uplus bundles streaming with new promotion on subscription platform

LG Uplus has launched a promotion on its subscription platform 'U+doc', offering discounted access to multiple streaming services as part of a bundled proposition for customers. The offer applies to new subscribers of the 'Double Streaming Annual Plan', which combines Netflix and YouTube Premium, and introduces an additional discount for Tving. Customers signing up to the plan will receive a monthly discount on Tving for 12 months.

GLOBAL 05:45

ElevenLabs surpasses USD 500 mln ARR as operators adopt AI voice agents

Voice and audio AI specialist ElevenLabs has reported annual recurring revenue exceeding USD 500 million within the first four months of 2026, driven in part by adoption among telecom customers deploying AI-powered voice agents across customer-facing operations. The company said the milestone follows USD 350 million in ARR at the end of 2025 and coincides with a third close of its Series D funding round, which includes new investors such as BlackRock, Wellington, Nvidia, Santander and others. Operators incl

AUSTRALIA 05:44

Foxtel launches Roblox sports platform with AFL, Cricket Australia and Supercars

Australian broadcaster Foxtel Media has launched a new virtual sports platform, Kayo Sports Stadium, on Roblox, aimed at extending fan engagement beyond live broadcasts, including among telecom-connected audiences accessing digital entertainment services. The platform, developed in partnership with Livewire and built by Gamefam, brings together AFL, Cricket Australia and Supercars in a shared virtual environment.

SINGAPORE 05:42

Singapore announces line-up for ATxSummit 2026

The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) said ATxSummit 2026 will bring together global technology leaders, policymakers and enterprises in Singapore later this month to examine how AI is reshaping digital economies, including implications for telecom networks and infrastructure across Asia. The event, part of Asia Tech x Singapore, is scheduled to take place from 20 to 21 May at Capella Singapore and is expected to convene more than 4,000 participants from over 50 countries. 

NEW ZEALAND 05:41

One NZ foundation funds youth technology hub to support digital inclusion

Te Rourou, One Aotearoa Foundation has announced a NZD 110,000 investment to support a youth-focused technology hub in Invercargill, aimed at improving digital inclusion and engagement among young people. The hub will be located within the Grace Street Project in South Invercargill and will operate under the name One New Zealand Technology Hub for its first two years. The initiative forms part of a broader five-year programme targeting youth exclusion and disadvantage in the Southland region.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:39

ETRI secures international standard for AI-driven public policy frameworks

South Korea's Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) has announced the adoption of an international standard for AI-based public policy decision-making, marking a development in the use of data and AI within digital government and telecom-related data infrastructure. The standard was approved by the International Telecommunication Union Telecommunication Standardisation Sector during a meeting held in Geneva, and has been published as ITU-T Recommendation Q.5036. It defines a data mana

GLOBAL 05:38

Broadcom launches VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1 targeting private AI infrastructure

Broadcom has announced VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1, a private cloud platform designed to support production AI workloads, with a focus on infrastructure efficiency, security and hardware flexibility. The release is positioned at enterprises, including telecom operators, deploying AI-driven services across distributed infrastructure. The platform integrates support for GPUs and CPUs from vendors including AMD, Intel and Nvidia, enabling mixed compute environments for inference and agent-based AI applications

GLOBAL 05:36

Meta expands AI age checks amid EU pressure over child safety

Meta has announced expanded use of AI to verify users' ages and apply stricter protections for teenagers across its platforms, as it faces regulatory pressure in Europe over safeguards for minors. The move follows preliminary findings by the European Commission that Meta may have failed to adequately protect children on Instagram and Facebook under the Digital Services Act. The Commission said the company must improve age verification and risk assessment processes or face potential fines of up to six per ce

CYPRUS 03:10

Primetel raises monthly fees for Giga Unlimited, 5G Max subscribers, intros 5G upgrades

Cypriot operator Primetel will increase prices for Giga Unlimited, Giga Unlimited 5G, and 5G Max tariff plans for individual subscribers. Starting 1 June, monthly fees will increase by a maximum of EUR 3 per subscription. For customers with multiple active lines, the total monthly increase will be capped at EUR 8, Primetel added.

INDONESIA 02:58

Indosat to pay IDR 3.58 trillion dividend, accelerates AI adoption

Indonesian operator Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH) recently concluded its Annual General Meeting, where shareholders approved a total dividend payout of IDR 3.58 trillion, or IDR 111 per share. IOH also reports it is now shifting its focus toward a long-term strategy centered on artificial intelligence. Indosat is integrating AI into its daily operations and is also expanding into cloud services, cybersecurity, and sovereign AI.

INDIA 02:30

Vi appoints Birla as non-executive chairman

Indian operator Vodafone Idea (Vi) has revamped its leadership team. The company's board of directors has accepted Ravinder Takkar's request to step down from his role as non-executive chairman, though he will remain on the board. The board has also appointed Kumar Mangalam Birla, currently a Vi non-executive director, to take over as its new non-executive chairman, effective immediately. Takkar will transition into a new leadership role as the non-executive vice-chairman of the company.

CYPRUS 5 MAY

Epic upgrades Epic One services bundle, increases speeds to 5Gbps

Epic has upgraded its Epic One all-in-one service for the Cypriot market. Initially launched in November 2023, the Epic One tariff plan has now been upgraded to include faster fiber internet speeds of 5Gbps, up from the original 1Gbps.

MALAYSIA 5 MAY

CelcomDigi deploys 5G services at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur shopping mall

Malaysian operator CelcomDigi has introduced 5G services at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur shopping mall. By implementing In-Building Solution (IBS) technology, the operator planned to solve common indoor connectivity issues caused by thick building structures and high volumes of users.

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