Telenor Norway wins multi-year data communication and transport network contract from Bergen council
NORWAY 11:54

Telenor Norway wins multi-year data communication and transport network contract from Bergen council

Telenor Norway said it has been awarded a long-term contract to provide data communication and transport network services to Bergen city council. The agreement will run for up to eleven years, including five option years, and covers deliveries to around 630 locations. The services will enable more digitisation, streamline operations and bolster security.

Telenor sets up Telenor Sovereign Cloud in Norway with view to possible Nordic expansion
NORWAY 11:37

Telenor sets up Telenor Sovereign Cloud in Norway with view to possible Nordic expansion

Telenor has announced the establishment of a new company called Telenor Sovereign Cloud to reduce Norway's dependence on global hyperscalers at a time of geopolitical uncertainty. There is a possibility of expansion across the Nordic region over time. The platform is designed for organisations with the most stringent requirements for security, resilience and regulatory compliance. The announcement was made as Minister of Digitisation Karianne Tung visited the company.

Vodafone first to launch Alexa+ devices in Spain
SPAIN 11:33

Vodafone first to launch Alexa+ devices in Spain

Vodafone Spain has announced an exclusive contract with Amazon to distribute the latter's new Echo and Fire TV devices with Alexa+ in the country during the early access period. The Alexa+ generative AI-based assistant featuring smarter, more conversational and personalised conversations was officially launched in Spain on 23 April. It will be available instantly with new Echo devices during the early access programme and will then cost EUR 22.99 a month for non-Prime members.

Bahnhof Q1 revenue rises 9% and EBITDA climbs 11% amid Swedish business sector demand
SWEDEN 11:04

Bahnhof Q1 revenue rises 9% and EBITDA climbs 11% amid Swedish business sector demand

Swedish broadband company Bahnhof has reported a 9 percent year-on-year rise in first quarter revenue and an 11 percent increase in EBITDA, supported by growth in its emerging foreign markets and demand in the Swedish business sector. On 31 March, Bahnhof had reached 497,902 homes in Sweden connected to one of its fibre services, up by 11,441 from a year earlier.

KPN: the art of making one-offs structural
NETHERLANDS 10:55

KPN: the art of making one-offs structural

KPN's Q1 results were slightly better than market estimates but not enough to increase targets. At the same time, the quality of the profits raises some questions, given the regular one-off items affecting the results. The main issue  whether KPN can sustain its goal of average annual growth of 3 percent in service revenues. In 2026 the growth is likely to be lower, at around 2.0-2.5 percent.

Vodafone Czechia extends seniors support programme to all shops
CZECH REPUBLIC 10:40

Vodafone Czechia extends seniors support programme to all shops

Vodafone Czech Republic said that the Vodafone Foundation is expanding its Digital Odyssey programme to all Vodafone shops across the country. Under the free programme , staff at service centres will assist seniors on the use of mobile devices. The programme is available for all seniors, regardless of whether they are Vodafone customers.

CU Phosco joins British Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce as corporate member
BULGARIA 10:37

CU Phosco joins British Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce as corporate member

CU Phosco has joined the British Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce (BBCC) as a corporate member, to support trade and infrastructure development between the UK and Bulgaria. With more than 260 member organisations, the Chamber provides a platform for collaboration across a wide range of industries, supporting business growth through networking, knowledge sharing and access to key decision makers.

Plus to start 3G shutdown in December
POLAND 10:34

Plus to start 3G shutdown in December

Polish operator Polkomtel, trading under the Plus brand, announced that it plans to start the process of disconnecting its 3G network in December this year. The released radio frequencies will be allocated to LTE and 5G services. Plus is the last of the major Polish mobile operators to switch off its 3G network.

Antik offers 3 channels in open window in May
SLOVAKIA 10:34

Antik offers 3 channels in open window in May

Slovak operator Antik is offering customers three TV channels in an open window in May, reports Zive. The free channels are Minimax, Disney Channel and Disney Junior.

TIM top European telco in Dow Jones ESG ranking
ITALY 09:52

TIM top European telco in Dow Jones ESG ranking

Italian operator TIM has been recognised in the 2026 S&P Global Dow Jones Best-in-Class Europe (DJ BIC Europe) index as the top-performing telecom group in Europe for sustainability, achieving a Corporate Sustainability Assessment score of 88 out of 100 and placing in the top 10 percent globally. The ranking highlights the group's progress in environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance and reflects its strategy to strengthen sustainability alongside operational transformation.

CRA, Czech Redio to test public warning system on DAB+ network
CZECH REPUBLIC 09:45

CRA, Czech Redio to test public warning system on DAB+ network

Czech operator Ceske Radiokomunikace (CRA) and the public broadcaster Czech Radio (CRo) have concluded a memorandum of cooperation on joint experiments of a public warning system on the DAB+ network. The aim of the project is to verify the functionality, quality and availability of the technology that enables the delivery of warning messages via digital radio broadcasting.

Petrobras taps SES O3b mPower for FPSO connectivity
BRAZIL 09:43

Petrobras taps SES O3b mPower for FPSO connectivity

SES announced it will provide its O3b mPower satellite network services to Petrobras, Brazil's state-owned oil company. This high-capacity, medium-Earth orbit (MEO) network will connect seven new Floating Production, Storage and Offloading (FPSO) systems. These new FPSOs, which are essentially mobile offshore oil and gas production facilities, will become operational in the coming years. Their purpose is to boost Petrobras's oil and gas production to meet Brazil's energy demands and contribute to the global

UNITED STATES 09:35

Solid brings updated nGenesis DAS kit to US customers

Cellular distributed antenna system (DAS) vendor Solid is preparing for the US market release of its fourth-generation digital DAS solution, nGenesis. The US launch comes as multiple European clients have deployed nGenesis's latest iteration to underpin cellular coverage in high-capacity public venues. Solid's Americas division will be in attendance at the ConnectX event in Fort Lauderdale to showcase the product to potential partners in the US market. The vendor promises carrier-grade 4G and 5G indoor conn

FRANCE 09:32

French court upholds challenge against personal data use in anti-piracy checks

The French supreme court (Conseil d'Etat) has ruled that the anti‑piracy scheme known as a graduated response breaches EU rules on data handling, in a decision that requires the government to adapt current legislation to achieve compliance. The ruling follows seven years of legal action in a case brought by La Quadrature du Net, a French non‑profit organisation campaigning for online users' rights, together with three other associations.

GLOBAL 09:15

ITU issues report on global risks of interconnected networks from natural disasters and digital dependency

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) and Paris School of International Affairs (PSIA) at Sciences Po have published a report mapping critical vulnerabilities in global telecom connections. Titled 'When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world', it outlines risk scenarios on Earth, at sea and in space and offers a resilience plan to protect essential services. For the UNDRR, Kamal Kishore said that as societies becom

UNITED STATES 09:15

FCC hails removal of 3 million illicit e-commerce listings for unauthorised devices

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) revealed it has helped e-commerce platforms remove 3 million product listings for prohibited electronic devices, including equipment registered in the FCC's Covered List due to national security concerns. The milestone follows the launch six months ago of the FCC's Operating Clean Carts programme, which aims to protect the US consumer by co-ordinating enforcement and engaging with e-commerce platforms to tackle the problem of illicit devices being sold online.

EUROPE 09:09

MPG Media Services inks FAST channel distribution deal with Rakuten TV

Netherlands-based MPG Media Services said it has entered a partnership with Rakuten TV Enterprise to expand its presence in the European FAST (free ad-supported streaming TV) market. The collaboration will combine MPG's hybrid (broadcast and/or OTT) streaming and playout technology with Rakuten's network of distribution feeds with a view to expanding access to streaming platforms and reaching new clients beyond MPG's existing footprint.

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 09:08

UAE opens national AI test lab

The UAE Cybersecurity Council (CSC), Open Innovation AI, and Cisco, collaborating with Emircom, have launched the National AI test and validation lab. Operated under CSC governance, this facility enables government and private entities to test, validate and certify AI models for security and trustworthiness.

UNITED KINGDOM 09:04

Vodafone named best mobile network in London by Net Check

Vodafone UK has taken top spot in the latest benchmarking study of mobile networks in London by Net Check, with a score of 957.73 out of 1,000 points. Vodafone was followed by EE with 951.04, Virgin Media O2 with 910.14 and 3 UK with 904.01 points. The assessment covered network quality, connection stability, service availability and overall performance of data/voice services. The Net Check testers covered more than 1,109km on 24 routes across the Greater London Area, with tests conducted on both Saturdays

PAKISTAN 08:59

Nayatel provides fastest fixed broadband service in Pakistan - Opensignal

Nayatel provides the fastest fixed broadband service in Pakistan, with average download speeds of 21.4Mbps and upload speeds of 14.2Mbps, according to a report from Opensignal. The study focused on the country's primary internet service providers Connect, Nayatel, PTCL, and StormFiber, during a 90-day period beginning 1 January 2026. The study also found that Nayatel also ranks as the most dependable provider, winning the reliability category with a score of 330 on a 1,000-point scale, placing it ahead of P

UNITED STATES 08:55

Allo Fiber announces appointment of new CEO

Allo Fiber, US-based provider of multi-gigabit connectivity and business solutions, has announced the appointment of Shane West to take over as CEO from Brad Moline with effect from start-June. Moline will stay with the company in the role of Founder and President of Leased Networks; and will also remain on the Board of Directors. 

TANZANIA, UNITED REPUBLIC OF 08:52

Tanzania allocates TZS 12 bln to accelerate ICT growth

The Tanzanian government has allocated TZS 12.16 billion for the 2026/2027 financial year to fast-track the Tanzania Digital Project. This is part of a broader push to modernize the nation's digital economy and streamline ICT transformation across various sectors. During her budget presentation, the ICT minister Angellah Kairuki highlighted that this funding will support key initiatives including the construction of the National Digital Technology Institute and an Innovation Hub, both expected to serve as a

UNITED STATES 08:49

AT&T Dynamic Defense now available to SMB customers

AT&T Business has extended availability of Dynamic Defense to eligible AT&T Business Fibre customers. This makes enterprise-grade cybersecurity available to SMBs. AT&T Dynamic Defense is a network-embedded solution providing proactive protection to block cyber threats before operations are disrupted. 

PORTUGAL 08:48

Honor 600 launches in Portugal for EUR 599

The new Honor 600 smartphone has arrived in Portugal, targeting the mid-range smartphone market with its advanced AI features and 200 MP camera. Available through mobile operator Meo, this device boasts AI Picture in Video 2.0 technology, enabling users to generate and edit cinematic 8-second video clips from up to three photos using simple language commands. Other features include a 200 MP sensor, a 6,400 mAh battery supporting 80W charging and a 6.57-inch screen. Available in Orange and Black, the 8GB + 5

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