Asiacell sponsors Paris Saint-Germain
IRAQ 09:16

Asiacell sponsors Paris Saint-Germain

Iraqi operator Asiacell has announced a multi-year strategic partnership with French men's football club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), marking the first time an Iraqi company has secured a direct commercial partnership of this scale with a major international sports franchise. Sheikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Thani, group regional CEO at parent company Ooredoo, said Asiacell's partnership with Paris Saint-Germain reflects the bold, market-leading approach that the group champions. Asiacell will be a premium partner

Telefonica Brasil confirms capital reduction
BRAZIL 09:08

Telefonica Brasil confirms capital reduction

Telefonica Brasil announced it is going ahead with a new capital reduction. Approved at an extraordinary shareholders meeting held on 12 March, the amount of BRL 1.25171862845 per common share will be paid to shareholders on 14 July. This reduces its shareholders capital by BRL 4 billion, to a total BRL 56.1 billion.

Ghanaian govt discusses DTT platform cost-sharing model with broadcasters
GHANA 09:07

Ghanaian govt discusses DTT platform cost-sharing model with broadcasters

Ghana's ICT ministry has held a meeting with broadcasters and industry stakeholders on restructuring the Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) pricing model. Minister Samuel Nartey George announced a shift from government funding to a sustainable, transparent cost-sharing framework among broadcast operators. The meeting focused on establishing a sustainable pricing model for channel carriage. George said introducing fees is necessary to sustain the platform but decisions will be taken in collaboration with i

Telphin adds chatbot recognition to PBX service
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 08:59

Telphin adds chatbot recognition to PBX service

Russian VoIP operator and cloud services provider Telphin has added a new option to its PBX service Telphin.Office, so it can recognise chatbots picking up calls. The platform terminates the call instantly in such case. The option helps call centres focus on contacts with customers. The AI-based service is available for users of PBX and virtual telephone numbers from Telphin.

EU invests EUR 42.5 mln in Serbian internet networks
SERBIA 08:58

EU invests EUR 42.5 mln in Serbian internet networks

The EU has launched two major initiatives, WiFi4WB and the Rural Broadband Rollout, to significantly improve digital connectivity across Serbia. These projects, backed by EUR 42.5 million in EU grants, aim to provide fast and reliable internet accesss, especially those in remote areas.

Polish telecom industry group KIKE appoints new board member
POLAND 08:56

Polish telecom industry group KIKE appoints new board member

Polish telecommunications industry group KIKE has appointed Mariusz Siemiradzki as board member at the industry group. Siemiradzki will be responsible for technical advice and the development of new projects. Siemiradzki worked until January this year as deputy director at the operator Skynet, active around Warsaw. He is also the owner of the companies Hypervision and MGI and serves as board chairman at MGI. 

Alares reduces losses after revenue and EBITDA growth in Q1
BRAZIL 08:55

Alares reduces losses after revenue and EBITDA growth in Q1

Brazilian regional broadband operator Alares reported a net loss of BRL 33.5 million in the first quarter of 2026, a 10 percent improvement year-over-year. Net revenue increased by 11.4 percent to BRL 248.2 million, adjusted EBITDA rose by 19.8 percent to BRL 117.1 million, and the EBITDA margin expanded by 3.3 percentage points to 47.2 percent.

WindTre to launch World Cup Travel Pass bundles
ITALY 08:51

WindTre to launch World Cup Travel Pass bundles

Italian operator WindTre will launch a dedicated bundle for users travelling to Canada, Mexico and the US for next month's 2026 FIFA World Cup, reports Mondo Mobile Web. The Travel Pass Mondiali range, available starting 21 May, includes weekly, monthly and data only versions.

ITU issues guidelines to support governance in digital markets
GLOBAL 08:50

ITU issues guidelines to support governance in digital markets

New guidelines from the International Telecommunications Union aim to help telecoms regulators capture social and economic benefits of digital and technology-led ecosystems. The best practice regulatory toolkit was formally endorsed by ITU members convening at the 2026 Global Symposium for Regulators event in Turkey, held from 12 to 15 May. 

BT Business agrees multi-year AI-Ops partnership with Accenture
UNITED KINGDOM 08:49

BT Business agrees multi-year AI-Ops partnership with Accenture

BT Business has signed a multi-year agreement with Accenture to deploy AI capabilities into BT operations, helping to strengthen its existing AI capabilities and enhance support for UK business and public sector customers. The partnership will allow BT to deliver enhanced AI-powered operations (AI-Ops) capabilities to UK customers, including the of AI agents to autonomously analyse and repair at machine speed.

Zambian government approves ZMK 255 mln to improve mobile network services
ZAMBIA 08:47

Zambian government approves ZMK 255 mln to improve mobile network services

The Zambian government has released ZMK 255 million to upgrade the country's mobile network services and drive nationwide digital inclusion. Technology and science minister Felix Mutati said the funds will deploy immediately to eliminate connectivity challenges, especially for citizens dependent on digital financial transactions in underserved rural communities. Mutati directed the Zambia Information and Communication Technology Authority (ZICTA) to work closely with the private sector to ensure the funds a

UK fibre altnet deploys Incognito Digital Experience Solution
UNITED KINGDOM 08:38

UK fibre altnet deploys Incognito Digital Experience Solution

Incognito Software Systems has won a contract from a UK fibre altnet to manage customer premises equipment (CPE) and enhance the in-house Wi-Fi experience for customers. The customer will deploy Incognito's Digital Experience (DX) Solution to provide device management across its fibre network.

EUROPE 08:32

Deutsche Telekom to provide LogicMonitor AI platform in DACH, Benelux, Nordics markets

Deutsche Telekom has expanded its partnership with LogicMonitor to provide its artificial intelligence (AI) platform to automate IT systems across the DACH, Benelux and Nordic markets, the companies have announced. Deutsche Telekom will improve end-to-end services across traditional networks, SD-WAN and clouds with the AI platform in those markets LogicMonitor's AI platform complements Deutsche Telekom's existing management service, including network monitoring and security to detect and resolve issues befo

IRELAND 08:30

NBI connects over 5,600 premises in Mayo, over 3,700 in Offaly

National Broadband Ireland (NBI) said that more than 22,000 premises in County Mayo and around 11,600 in County Offaly can now access high-speed fibre broadband connections through the rural National Broadband Plan (NBP) network. To date, more than 5,600 homes, businesses and farms in Mayo and over 3,700 premises in Offaly have connected to the NBI network. The NBP Intervention Area covers 13,000 premises in Offaly and 38,000 across Mayo. 

UNITED KINGDOM 08:24

Channel 5 signs highlights deal for Commonwealth Games - report

UK commercial public service broadcaster (PSB) Channel 5 has signed a deal to show highlights of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, reports The Guardian. It is is understood to have agreed a sub-licensing deal with TNT Sports to show a daily highlights programme. Warner Bros Discovery-owned TNT Sports outbid the BBC in 2025 to secure live rights for the Games, and will show over 500 hours of live coverage.

GHANA 08:22

Ghanaian government urges MTN to improve service quality as 30th anniversary approaches

Ghanaian ICT minister Samuel Nartey George has called on MTN Ghana to match its market leadership with improved service quality, fair pricing and expanded network access, as the company launched its 30th anniversary celebrations. He stressed that MTN's designation as a Significant Market Power (SMP) operator comes with heightened responsibility. He highlighted persistent consumer concerns, including the high cost of data, inconsistent network coverage in rural areas, dropped calls, and delays in resolving c

BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA 08:21

BH Telecom introduces VoLTE roaming

BH Telecom is enhancing its mobile communication offerings by introducing VoLTE (Voice over LTE) roaming for its customers. This new service allows for high-quality voice calls over 4G/5G networks while traveling internationally, significantly improving sound clarity, connection speed, and overall reliability compared to traditional 2G/3G calls.

BRAZIL 08:20

Multi Q1 net profit surges, revenues up 14%

Brazilian smartphone and IT manufacturer Multi (formerly Grupo Multilaser) reported a net profit surge of 91 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, reaching BRL 123.4 million. Net revenue also grew by 14.3 percent to BRL 872.7 million. EBITDA jumped to BRL 96.5 million, up from BRL 5.5 million in Q1 2025, which pushed the EBITDA margin from 0.7 percent to 11.1 percent.

UKRAINE 08:20

Lifecell TV adds offline viewing

Ukrainian operator Lifecell announced that it continues to develop the Lifecell TV service, introducing new features. From now on, subscribers have the opportunity to view content offline, so movies and TV series can be downloaded in advance and watched without an internet connection. The function is already available on the mobile application Lifecell TV for Android and iOS devices.

CZECH REPUBLIC 08:18

O2 Czechia installs smart parking bollards in downtown Brno

O2 Czech Republic runs 13 smart retractable bollards in downtown Brno. The system helps to regulate the entrance to the pedestrian zone and other sensitive places in the city centre, as well as facilitating the passage of first responder vehicles. Thanks to the use of 5G and C-ITS technologies, selected bollards can be activated automatically for authorised cars without the need for coordination by telephone.

GLOBAL 08:16

BT restarts talks about sale of international business - report

BT Group plans to restart talks with rival operators about a potential sale of its international business, previously known as BT Global, reports Sky News. The international division provides network, security and cloud services to corporate customers in markets including Canada, Brazil and Argentina. According to unnamed industry sources, BT and advisers at Lazard or Goldman Sachs will hold talks with companies such as Verizon, Orange and AT&T about a possible deal. BT declined to comment on the report.

PORTUGAL 08:16

Portugal approves National Sovereign Cloud Plan

Portugal's Council of Ministers has approved the National Sovereign Cloud Plan, a strategic initiative designed to modernise the Portuguese state's digital infrastructure, bolster national security, and enhance technological sovereignty. This plan aims to accelerate the digital transformation of the public administration by creating a common, secure infrastructure for hosting, processing and protecting critical state data. The resolution approves a model for determining the importance of various public data

BRAZIL 08:09

Motorola rolls out new Razr smartphones in Brazil

Motorola has launched several new smartphones in Brazil, including both foldable and traditional models, with varying price points and features. The Motorola Razr Fold is now available starting at BRL 15,999 and it comes with the Moto Pen Ultra. There is also a special Fifa World Cup 26 Collection edition for BRL 16,999.

PORTUGAL 08:08

Digi Portugal surpasses 905,000 active subscriptions

Digi Portugal exceeded 905,000 active service subscriptions in the first quarter of 2026 and achieved a 20 percent growth rate compared to the previous year. Key figures for Q1 2026 include 507,000 active mobile lines and 173,000 fibre-optic internet customers, with 140,000 of these also subscribing to TV services. The company's revenue for the quarter reached EUR 18.4 million, up 3.7 percent year-on-year, while operating expenses showed a marginal increase, to EUR 26.9 million from EUR 26.4 million.

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