Rocket Lab plans 3rd launch site in Alaska as backlog grows to USD 2.4 bln
GLOBAL 08:16

Rocket Lab plans 3rd launch site in Alaska as backlog grows to USD 2.4 bln

Rocket Lab announced plans for a new launch site in Alaska, giving the company three locations to put satellites into orbit. The site makes use of GHOST, its new containerised launch system that can be deployed for launches anywhere in the world. 

HTHK revenue jumps 32% in H1 boosted by hardware sales
HONG KONG 08:04

HTHK revenue jumps 32% in H1 boosted by hardware sales

Hutchison Telecommunications Hong Kong (HTHK) reported total revenue from Hong Kong operations of HKD 2,846 million for the first half of 2026, which represents an increase of 32 percent year on-year. EBITDA from Hong Kong operations was almost stable year-on-year at HKD 763 million.

Aptoide returns to Google Play in US after Epic Games ruling
UNITED STATES 08:00

Aptoide returns to Google Play in US after Epic Games ruling

Aptoide has become the first rival Android app store to return to Google Play in the United States following the global lawsuit brought by Epic Games, the settlement of which requires Google to allow the installation of third-party app marketplaces. As a result, Aptoide Games has been approved for distribution through Google Play in the US under Google's new Play Catalog Access programme, marking the company's return to the US after more than a decade.

Rocket Lab expands European footprint with new German arm
GERMANY 08:00

Rocket Lab expands European footprint with new German arm

Rocket Lab has announced a strategic expansion of its footprint in Europe by establishing Rocket Lab Germany. The German arm is intended to scale up satellite and component manufacturing in Germany and support Europe's autonomy in the space industry. Rocket Lab Germany will deliver launch services on the company's Electron and Neutron rockets, ensuring critical European programmes have assured access to space, according to the company.

Safaricom brings in 9 new mobile number prefixes
KENYA 07:51

Safaricom brings in 9 new mobile number prefixes

Kenyan operator Safaricom has brought in nine new mobile number prefixes to expands its range of numbers available to customers. In a statement published on X, Safaricom said the new number ranges are an opportunity for customers to enjoy a fresh start while expanding their options for staying connected. On its Facebook account, the operator said the new prefixes are 0118, 0119, 0140, 0141, 0142, 0143, 0180, 0181 and 0182.

Japan completes launch of new Michibiki positioning satellite
JAPAN 07:42

Japan completes launch of new Michibiki positioning satellite

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has completed the launch of a new Michibiki satellite aboard its H3 launch vehicle from Tanegashima Space Center. The agency said the rocket flew as planned, and approximately 29 minutes after the liftoff, the separation of the satellite was confirmed and it was lifted into the predetermined orbit.

Omani mobile subscriptions rise 1% in June
OMAN 07:41

Omani mobile subscriptions rise 1% in June

Mobile telecom subscriptions in Oman increased by 1.3 percent year-on-year to 8.32 million at the end of June, according to the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI). Postpaid mobile connections grew 6.2 percent to 1.31 million while prepaid subscriptions fell 2.1 percent to 5.31 million. Internet of Things (IoT) machine-to-machine (M2M) connections surged by 9.3 percent to 1.71 million subscriptions.

Turkiye nears 45 million 5G subscribers
TURKEY 07:38

Turkiye nears 45 million 5G subscribers

Turkiye reached 44.5 million 5G subscribers in the first four months since the service was launched on the local market, Anadolu Agency reports, citing a written statement from transport and infrastructure minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu. Turkiye commercially launched 5G services on 1 April. According to Uraloglu, 21 million subscribers started using 5G on the first day. By August, the number had increased to 44.5 million.

Digi Spain offers latest Wi-Fi 7 router to current fibre users for EUR 30
SPAIN 07:38

Digi Spain offers latest Wi-Fi 7 router to current fibre users for EUR 30

Digi Spain has announced a special campaign to expand the availability of its latest Wi-Fi 7 router to longtime customers. The device is currently delivered to all new customers who sign up to the operator's faster fibre plans but can now be requested by all existing users subscribed to fibre rates at speeds of 750 Mbps, 1 Gbps and 10 Gbps, while those with 500 Mbps can request an upgrade to the Wi-Fi 6 version.

Egyptian telecom regulator refers all 4 mobile networks to prosecution over unauthorised SIMs
EGYPT 07:28

Egyptian telecom regulator refers all 4 mobile networks to prosecution over unauthorised SIMs

The National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) has referred all four Egyptian mobile network operators, Vodafone, Orange, E& and We, to the public prosecution after a probe into unauthorised line registrations, the Daily News reported. A two-day audit followed citizen complaints revealing that SIM cards were registered under personal identity details without the individuals' knowledge or consent. In response, the regulator issued immediate emergency rules to secure the national mobile registrat

Turk Telekom lowers 2026 revenue growth forecast to 8%
TURKEY 07:22

Turk Telekom lowers 2026 revenue growth forecast to 8%

Turk Telekom has revised its financial guidance for 2026, taking into account geopolitical risks, macroeconomic developments, and its expectations for the remainder of the year. The company now expects consolidated revenue, excluding IFRIC 12, to grow by around 8 percent, compared with its previous forecast of 8–9 percent. Its expected EBITDA margin remains unchanged at 41–42 percent.

AT&T, Airspan set up DAS network at Mississippi stadium
UNITED STATES 07:11

AT&T, Airspan set up DAS network at Mississippi stadium

AT&T has set up a new distributed antenna system (DAS) at Mississippi State University's Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville to improve wireless connectivity for customers. The AT&T-led and owned neutral-host network uses Airspan's MobileAccess 6000 Digital platform and is designed to connect all spectators at the 60,000-plus-seat venue.

UKRAINE 07:11

Kyivstar launches mobile tariff for kids

Ukrainian operator Kyivstar introduced its first tariff plan focused on 6 to 16 year-old children. The subscription costs UAH 270 for four weeks or is available as the 'Annual for Kids' at UAH 2,000. The plan includes unlimited on-net calls, 300 minutes of calls and 50 SMS to local networks, as well as a 20 GB mobile data package. International calls are blocked, and calls to favourite number are available even without credit.

AUSTRALIA 07:09

NBN Co meets FY targets with EBITDA growing faster than revenues

Australia's NBN Co reported annual results in line with its forecasts, with revenues up 3 percent to AUD 5.92 billion and EBITDA growing 5 percent to AUD 4.46 billion. Capital expenditure for the 12 months to June 2026 was down 13 percent to just over AUD 3 billion, helping free cash flow before financing costs rise 51 percent to AUD 1.16 billion. 

TURKEY 07:05

Turk Telekom appoints assistant GM for communications, TV and digital platforms

Turk Telekom has appointed Arif Sancaktaroglu in the newly created position of communications, TV, and digital platforms assistant general manager. This new role is designed to bring Turk Telekom's communications, brand, media, TV, and digital platform activities under a single roof with an integrated approach. Sancaktaroglu previously served as Turk Telekom's corporate communications director.

SINGAPORE 06:55

Google and Meta trans-Pacific Echo cable lands in Singapore

Google and Meta's Echo subsea cable has landed in Singapore, confirmed Meta's director of network investments in the APAC region Nico Roehrich in a blog post. The landing adds Singapore to a route designed to connect the country and Jakarta with Eureka (California) via a cable landing station in Guam.

GLOBAL 06:46

Kepler picks Rocket Lab for dedicated satellite launch in 2028

Kepler Communications awarded a launch contract to Rocket Lab to deploy new low Earth orbit satellites. The dedicated Neutron mission from the Rocket Lab site in Virginia will take place no earlier than 2028, deploying multiple satellites to expand Kepler's constellation with additional optical connectivity, on-orbit compute, and hosted payload capacity.  

MIDDLE EAST 06:33

Zain Group Q2 revenue rises 5%, net income soars 90%

Zain Group reported a 5 percent year-on-year revenue increase to KWD 568 million for the second quarter. EBITDA reached KWD 196 million with a 35 percent margin, while net income soared 90 percent to KWD 140 million with earnings per share of KWD 0.032, buoyed by a USD 288 million investment gain from Zain Ventures. Zain's customer base expanded 2 percent to reach 51.9 million, driven by continuous network expansion and growing demand for its 5G services across four key markets.

GLOBAL 06:22

Xona navigation project moves ahead thanks to FCC clearance

Navigation satellite developer Xona said it was given the go ahead by the US Federal Communications Commission for its planned low Earth orbit constellation and Pulsar navigation service. The company plans to bring over 250 satellites into orbit, with the first batch, consisting of six production-grade spacecraft, set to launch in October.

AUSTRALIA 06:08

Firmus doubles valuation en route to USD 2 billion equity raise

AI infrastructure developer Firmus has raised USD 2 billion in equity funding at a valuation of around USD 10.5 billion, bringing its equity haul in the past year to over USD 3 billion. The transaction features follow-on contributions from Nvidia and Coatue Management, the investment management firm founded by portfolio manager Philippe Laffont. Liquidity and trading firm Jane Street also participated along with vehicles managed by Blackstone's funds, including the Tactical Opportunities unit.

GLOBAL 06:07

Mavenir appoints ex-Nokia software specialist to lead neocloud diversification, forward deployment

Mavenir has hired the former Nokia product manager Jitin Bhandari as executive vice president for forward deployment engineering. Bhandari will also lead on Mavenir's platform entry in the neocloud segment, selling software tools and cloud-native expertise to operators of GPU-specialised data infrastructure. The forward deployment brief involves establishing a dedicated practice to forge strong developer ties with Mavenir's core telecoms client base as well as growth activity with neocloud operators.

PHILIPPINES 05:16

Smart Communications powers SM Supermalls' Tech & Play Month campaign

Philippines operator Smart Communications has announced its support for SM Supermalls' Tech & Play Month 2026, a nationwide campaign featuring activities focused on gaming, technology, creators, and fan communities. The campaign brings together gamers, creators, collectors, and technology enthusiasts through events and activities held at SM Supermalls across the country.

PAKISTAN 05:01

Pakistani watchdog cuts eSIM charges, allows 10 free eSIM transfers

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has reduced the charges for issuing eSIMs by domestic mobile operators. The maximum charge for issuing an eSIM or converting a physical SIM into an eSIM will be PKR 1,500 across Pakistan, down from PKR 2,000.

CHINA 10 AUG

Sohu revenue jumps 7% to USD 136 million, returns to profit in Q2

Sohu posted second-quarter revenues of USD 136 million, which represents an increase of 7 percent year-on-year. Revenues declined 4 percent quarter-on-quarter. Marketing services revenues fell 3 percent to USD 15 million, year-on-year. Online game revenues rose 10 percent year-on-year to USD 116 million, but declined by 7 percent quarter-on-quarter.

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