Telus, Powerfleet launch AI-powered vehicle safety system in Canada
CANADA 09:36

Telus, Powerfleet launch AI-powered vehicle safety system in Canada

Telus has announced a partnership with Powerfleet, provider of Artificial-Intelligence-of Things (AIoT) Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions, to offer advanced AI-enabled vehicle safety technology in Canada. Telus will launch the 'Vision 360' safety solution, which uses AI and cameras to provide commercial drivers with a real-time, complete view of their vehicles. Providing a smarter 360-degree view around the vehicle aims to prevent accidents, protecting drivers, children and communities.

Samsung offers 'Try Galaxy' simulator app with Arabic support in UAE
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 09:32

Samsung offers 'Try Galaxy' simulator app with Arabic support in UAE

Samsung has introduced Try Galaxy to the UAE, enabling non-Galaxy users to see what Galaxy offers. The Try Galaxy app is available for Android and iOS devices with Arabic language support, expanding its reach and encouraging more people to switch confidently to Galaxy mobile phones. Try Galaxy simulates a Galaxy smartphone interface, letting users navigate its main features through guided tutorials, interactive widgets and immersive demonstrations.

AWS becomes Official Cloud, AI Partner of WNBA
UNITED STATES 09:25

AWS becomes Official Cloud, AI Partner of WNBA

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has signed a multi-year partnership with the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). Under the terms of the agreement, AWS becomes the Official Cloud and Cloud AI Partner of the WNBA, its first partnership with a women's professional sports league. It will also join the WNBA Changemakers Collective. 

MTN Uganda appoints regional SVP as non-executive director
UGANDA 09:22

MTN Uganda appoints regional SVP as non-executive director

MTN Uganda has announced the appointment of Ebenezer Twum Asante as a non-executive director with effect from 06 May. Asante is MTN Group SVP for the Southern and East Africa Ghana and Sudan (SEAGHS) regions. He has previously served as VP for the West and Central Africa (WECA) region, and subsequently as VP for SEAGHA from September 2017 to December 2020. He has also held CEO roles at MTN Ghana and MTN Rwanda.

GoNetSpeed completes USD 7.5 mln fibre network in East Haven
UNITED STATES 09:18

GoNetSpeed completes USD 7.5 mln fibre network in East Haven

GoNetSpeed, US fibre network operator, has completed building a new USD 7.5 million privately-funded fibre network in East Haven, Connecticut. The fibre-optic network covers more than 13,000 homes and businesses across the East Haven community. Customers have access to symmetrical full-fibre broadband speeds from 500 Mbps to 6 Gbps. GoNetSpeed operates across 11 US states, including Connecticut. 

Selectel to work with Data Sapience, GlowByte on AI solutions
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 09:17

Selectel to work with Data Sapience, GlowByte on AI solutions

Russian data centre services provider Selectel has started a cooperation with the developer of IT solutions for businesses Data Sapience and the IT consulting company GlowByte. The parties plan to cooperate on developing and implementing complex AI solutions for corporate customers. The infrastructure from Selectel and the data analytics platform Kolmogorov AI from Data Sapience will be used for this purpose. The company GlowByte will act as an integrator.

MTS offers free money transfers to WeChat Pay wallets
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 09:15

MTS offers free money transfers to WeChat Pay wallets

Russian operator MTS said consumer customers can send money to wallets of the Chinese mobile payment system WeChat Pay without a commission fee. The option is available on the My MTS app using a QR code. MTS earlier introduced top-ups for the Chinese payment system Alipay on My MTS.

Belgian regulator proposes maximum six-month contract for Sim-only
BELGIUM 09:13

Belgian regulator proposes maximum six-month contract for Sim-only

Sim-only mobile service contracts should have a maximum duration of six months, according to a proposal from Belgian regulator Bipt. If a handset is included, the contract can run up to two years. The proposals follow a government push to improve competition and affordability in the telecom market. 

Meta takes legal action over UK's Online Safety Act
UNITED KINGDOM 09:11

Meta takes legal action over UK's Online Safety Act

Meta has filed a lawsuit against Ofcom with the High Court in London relating to the costs of online safety laws, reports BBC News. Meta is challenging the methods used by Ofcom to calculate fees and penalties, describing them as "disproportionate". Under the new Online Safety Act, Ofcom can calculate fines and fees for tech firms based on their qualifying worldwide revenue.

French Polynesia's Vini expands portfolio with cybersecurity services powered by Cyan
FRENCH POLYNESIA 09:10

French Polynesia's Vini expands portfolio with cybersecurity services powered by Cyan

French Polynesian operator Vini, part of OPT subsidiary Onati, will integrate cybersecurity services from Cyan into its portfolio, as part of a new collaboration covering both the B2C and B2B market segments. Cyan brings to the partnership its expertise in network‑based cybersecurity and threat intelligence. This will enable Vini to provide its fixed and mobile customers with a range of services offering protection against cyber threats such as phishing and malware.

NorthC Almere data centre disabled by fire
NETHERLANDS 09:04

NorthC Almere data centre disabled by fire

NorthC has shutdown its data centre in Almere, Netherlands following a fire there on 07 May. A fire in the technical room damaged power supplies and customer equipment at the site was shut down. NorthC said the fire was brought under control by midnight and it is now assessing the damage. It aims to implement a temporary power solution as soon as possible to reconnect customer servers. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. 

Cologne Regional Court confirms block on Livetv.sx for copyright violation
GERMANY 09:03

Cologne Regional Court confirms block on Livetv.sx for copyright violation

The Cologne Regional Court has confirmed the decision took by​ the German Clearing Body for Copyright on the Internet (CUII) to block the website Livetv.sx for violating copyright law. The website has illegally streamed sports events across the DACH region. Therefore, DAZN and the DFL Deutsche Fußball Liga, described the decision of the German court as "a significant legal victory" in the fight against content theft.

COLOMBIA 09:02

Colombia defines 900 MHz spectrum allocation process

Colombia's Ministry of Information Technology and Communications (Mintic) has officially opened the application period to grant spectrum usage permits in the 900 MHz band to local operators with a view to connecting rural and remote areas where coverage by commercial operators is currently insufficient or non-existent. The allocation of usage permits will be carried out through two Objective Selection Processes (OSP), one for local community groups and one for ISPs.

FRANCE 09:00

Prime Video ups spend on French content productions to at least EUR 90 mln in 2026

Amazon Prime Video has committed to spend at least EUR 90 million during the current year on French language content productions made within Europe. The investment could increase to EUR 110 million if the streaming platform releases at least one film fewer than twelve months after its cinema release. Announcing the news, French media watchdog Arcom welcomed the commitments, noting that in 2021, the minimum that Prime Video had to spend was set at EUR 40 million. Implementation is now subject to successful n

GLOBAL 08:51

Inseego strengthens leadership ahead of Nokia FWA takeover, reports growing sales in Q1

Inseego has named Koroush Saraf as chief product officer to lead its product strategy and execution, including assets acquired through its takeover of Nokia's fixed wireless access (FWA) CPE business, as it reported positive sales growth for the first three months of the year. Before joining Inseego, Saraf worked for ZPE Systems, a Californian enterprise networking vendor, serving as as vice president and general manager with a remit focused on product management and marketing.

NETHERLANDS 08:50

Public Mobility introduces TeamsForMobile

Dutch MVNE Public Mobility announced the addition of TeamsForMobile to its portfolio, giving customers the option to call with a mobile number from within the Microsoft Teams app. A license for Teams Phone System or the Operator Connect service are not required to use the mobile service, which is provided as an add-on to the mobile subscription via the Public Mobility API.

NETHERLANDS 08:44

Odido edges out KPN for first place in Umlaut fixed broadband benchmark

Odido has come first in Umlaut's latest benchmark of fixed network providers in the Netherlands with a score of 981 out of 1,000 potential points. KPN is close behind with 979 points, and Ziggo achieved a score of 961, meaning all three operators qualify for an "excellent" rating from Umlaut. Odido did particularly well on upload speeds and stability, while KPN had the best latency and geographic availability, and Ziggo scored highest for download speeds.

GLOBAL 08:35

Nintendo confirms Switch 2 price increase to offset rise in memory prices

Nintendo has forecast a fall in sales and profits in its new fiscal year to March 2027, as the rise in memory costs leads to a reduction in demand and profitability for its game consoles. While its revenues nearly doubled in the past year following the launch of the Switch 2, the company forecasts an 11 percent fall in turnover this year to around JPY 2.05 trillion. The company confirmed that Switch 2 prices will go up from 25 May in Japan (+JPY 10,000) and September in the rest of the world (+USD 50/EUR 30

JORDAN 08:34

Sama Jordan TV channel joins Es'hail-2 Satellite line-up

Es'hailSat has added Sama Jordan TV to its channel line-up at the 26 degrees east orbital position via the Es'hail-2 satellite. This addition provides the Jordanian news broadcaster with extensive signal coverage across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, enabling significant viewership potential. The agreement includes direct-to-home (DTH) satellite distribution on Es'hail-2 as part of the bouquet uplinked from Es'hailSat's Tier-4 certified Teleport facility in Doha.

PANAMA 08:27

Tigo Panama raises USD 87.5 mln in private bond issue

Millicom's Panama unit Tigo said it has raised USD 87.5 million via a private placement of senior notes from Banco General maturing in 2032. The transaction represents an increase over the original amount of USD 75 million set on 01 April 1, said Tigo, adding that funds will be used for general corporate purposes, including potential capital expenditures and merger and acquisition operations.

NIGERIA 08:21

FestMobile launches as MVNO in Nigeria

FestMobile has launched as a nationwide MVNO in Nigeria, The Sun reported. Fest Mobile is part of the Routelink Group and aims to differentiate itself by offering "smarter", user-focused services for under-served and unserved populations. It says it entered the market to redefine how Nigerians connect and transact, centered on its 'Be You' campaign stressing individuality and self-expression in a digital world.

NETHERLANDS 08:11

NOS sells World Cup highlights to Talpa Network

Dutch public broadcaster NOS has granted rights to the commercial broadcaster Talpa Network to show highlights from the upcoming Fifa World Cup. The NOS keeps the exclusive rights for live matches on TV, radio and online. Talpa will be able to show summaries of all 104 games on TV, including for a new show on its channel SBS6, 'Het Oranje Café'.

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC 08:11

Liberty Networks cleared to acquire Gold Data Dominicana

Liberty Networks, owned by Liberty Latin America, has received approval from the Dominican Republic's telecommunications regulator Indotel to acquire Gold Data Dominicana, the local unit of Latin American network provider Gold Data. Indotel said the deal reflects international investors' confidence in the country's regulatory stability and growth prospects.

NIGERIA 08:00

Flexmobile to launch as MVNO in Nigeria in June

Flexmobile, a new MVNO brand developed by Hazon Technologies, has announced plans to launch in Nigeria, targeting a June roll-out pending final approval from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), The Guardian reported.  The launch follows commercial agreements with Airtel Nigeria and its MVNE partner, IMBIL. Flexmobile will introduce a distinctive 081 number series and offer service-layer innovation to enter the competitive market.

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