Glaspoort starts work on new residential, business fibre projects
NETHERLANDS 23 APR

Glaspoort starts work on new residential, business fibre projects

Dutch wholesale operator Glaspoort announced plans to cover more business parks with its fibre network. Work will start in Q2 in Nieuwkoop (Industriepark, Schoterhoek) and Steenwijkerland (Giethoorn, Kanaalweg, Oldemarkt, Schaarkampen) on over 500 connections in total, as well as at the Westerspoor zone in Zaanstad with 860 connections. Another 630 lines are planned in Bladel (De Beemd/Leemskuilen, Hapert, Kempisch Bedrijvenpark, De Sleutel), plus over 145 lines in De Hoogerwerf-Langeweg in de Hoeksche Waar

Fairphone revenues jump 35% in 2025 after new model launch
EUROPE 23 APR

Fairphone revenues jump 35% in 2025 after new model launch

Fairphone increased its turnover by 35 percent in 2025, reaching revenues of EUR 73.3 million. The company's net loss halved to EUR 1.9 million, and EBITDA was positive for a second consecutive year. Operational cash flow also was positive, at EUR 5.5 million according to the Dutch company's annual report. The sustainable smartphone company sold over 145,000 devices last year, or 42 percent more than in 2024.

Kcell claims top mobile data speed in Kazakhstan in Q1
KAZAKHSTAN 23 APR

Kcell claims top mobile data speed in Kazakhstan in Q1

Kazakhstan mobile operator Kcell said it had the highest mobile download speed in the country in the first quarter of this year, according to the study SpeedGo from the company V-Speed. The average download speed was 72.1 Mbps across its 3G, 4G and 5G networks.

VK places RUB 10 bln bond
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 23 APR

VK places RUB 10 bln bond

Russian internet company VK said that it has placed a RUB 10 billion bond, listed on the Moscow Exchange. Issued on behalf of Mai.Ru Finance, a subsidiary of VK, the debt matures in three years and is designed to increase financial stability of the company.  

Megafon Tajikistan expands Wi-Fi network in parks
TAJIKISTAN 23 APR

Megafon Tajikistan expands Wi-Fi network in parks

Megafon Tajikistan announced the expansion of its public Wi-Fi network Green Wi-Fi in parks in major cities across the country. The network is available in seven parks in the city of Dushanbe, as well as in central parks in Bokhtar, Kulyab, and Khorog. Customers can access free Wi-Fi services for up to 30 minutes. Paid services are also available.

Cellfie Mobile co-chairs UN Decent Work Platform
GEORGIA 23 APR

Cellfie Mobile co-chairs UN Decent Work Platform

Georgian operator Cellfie Mobile said it has become co-chair of the Decent Work Platform, an initiative by the UN Global Compact Network Georgia. The platform aims to strengthen good workplace standards in the business sector and provides member companies with the opportunity to systematically develop practices related to dignity at work, prevention of discrimination, fair remuneration, and ensuring a safe working environment.

NZ Telecoms Forum updates product disclosure code for consumers
NEW ZEALAND 23 APR

NZ Telecoms Forum updates product disclosure code for consumers

The New Zealand Telecoms Forum (TCF) has authorised changes to the TCF Product Disclosure Code to improve information disclosure standards for consumer telecoms customers. The Code helps consumers compare telecoms services by outlining the rules telecoms operators should follow when disclosing information on their products. The changes introduce new requirements for product 'Plan Cards', as well as information on average monthly pricing. Plans are also underway to include information on mobile plans in the

Telstra boosts fibre, mobile connectivity at Uluru tourist resort
AUSTRALIA 23 APR

Telstra boosts fibre, mobile connectivity at Uluru tourist resort

Telstra has worked to upgrade fibre and mobile network connectivity at the Yulara tourism hub at Uluru, working in partnership with Voyages Tourism Australia. The site is home to the Ayers Rock Resort, including staff accommodation, hotels, airport and retail services. Yulara has around 1,000 permanent residents, with the local population growing 2-4 times during peak visitor periods. 

Kyivstar tests satellite messaging in Light Data mode
UKRAINE 23 APR

Kyivstar tests satellite messaging in Light Data mode

Veon Group's Ukrainian operator Kyivstar has started messaging service tests via satellite in Light Data mode as the next development stage of its Starlink Direct to Сell technology. In Light Data transmission mode, applications and messengers adapt to the satellite network. They will not support video calls, but will provide text communication and real-time multimedia exchange. The testing will cover new satellite communication capabilities, including data transmission via OTT applications, which will allo

Google builds first data centre in Austria, creating 100 new jobs
AUSTRIA 23 APR

Google builds first data centre in Austria, creating 100 new jobs

Google has announced plans to build a new data centre in Kronstorf, Austria, to support rising demand for its digital and AI services. The new facility will create 100 direct jobs when operational, and thousands of additional jobs during the construction phase. The data centre will have a green roof with solar panels, and will support off-site heat recovery.

Samsung launches smartphone repair service in Kazakhstan
KAZAKHSTAN 23 APR

Samsung launches smartphone repair service in Kazakhstan

The service Samsung Senim, focused on repairs of mobile devices, have become available in Kazkahstan. The service can be used by customers based in the cities of Almaty, Astana, Shymkent and Karaganda. The service can be booked online, free deliveries to the authorised repairs centre are carried out by couriers.

Ericsson and Umniah by Beyon mark Earth Day with expanded recycling scheme
JORDAN 23 APR

Ericsson and Umniah by Beyon mark Earth Day with expanded recycling scheme

Ericsson and Umniah by Beyon have expanded their environmental sustainability partnership in Jordan, primarily through the Ericsson e-Waste Management Programme and advanced energy-saving technologies. Coinciding with Earth Day 2026 on 22 April, the collaboration aims to minimise the potential environmental impact associated with the disposal of decommissioned electrical equipment. Since 2024, the two parties have recycled over 130 metric tonnes of old electrical and electronic equipment, reducing landfill

UNITED KINGDOM 23 APR

EE says Brits waste 28 hours a year deciding what to watch on TV

New research from EE TV shows that the average Brit wastes more than 28 hours a year looking for something to watch on TV. More than half (54%) of Brits feel that they more time browsing through TV/film options than actually watching; with 66 percent saying they have fallen asleep before choosing something to watch. Almost half (45%) of Brits said they have given up and rewatched old TV shows just avoid making a choice.

ARMENIA 23 APR

Ucom announces carbon footprint management programme

Armenian operator Ucom has announced a comprehensive carbon footprint assessment programme for its head office in collaboration with the NGO Arevordi. It is based on the globally recognised standard for measuring and managing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the GHG Protocol. The plan comes at a time when climate change, biodiversity loss and the depletion of natural resources are no longer future concerns but pressing current challenges.

CROATIA (HRVATSKA) 23 APR

Croatia implements Gigabit Infrastructure Act to speed up network construction

The Croatian Parliament has approved updates to the Electronic Communications Act designed to accelerate and reduce the costs of rolling out 5G and gigabit fibre networks, Seebiz reported. The law implements the EU's Gigabit Infrastructure Act, underlining the importance of digital infrastructure for national security and economic growth. The legislation focuses on reducing administrative hurdles and encouraging infrastructure sharing to ensure competitive, nationwide coverage, particularly in underserved r

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 23 APR

Beeline Russia tests quantum protection for corporate network security

Russian operator Beeline has tied up with the company InfoTecs and state-owned rail carrier Russian Railways to test quantum key distribution. The aim is to establish a highly secure corporate network and provide a fundamentally new level of data protection for Beeline's business corporate clients. The tests have been carried out on the quantum backbone network (QBN) run by Russian Railways under the federal programme 'Data Economy and Digital Transformation of the State'. Equipment from InfoTecs has been u

CROATIA (HRVATSKA) 23 APR

M SAN Group becomes official distributor for Cambium Networks

Croatian IT company M SAN Group announced a new strategic partnership with Cambium Networks making M SAN the official distributor for the entire Adriatic region. This collaboration will provide system integrators and service providers across the region with access to Cambium Networks' 'One Network' architecture for scalable networks.

UNITED KINGDOM 23 APR

UK mobile operators work up contingency plans to conserve energy

UK mobile network operators have warned the government that rising energy prices caused by the recent Middle East crisis could force them to introduce mobile signal rationing, reports The Telegraph newspaper. They are understood to be developing emergency plans to deal with rising energy costs after being shut out of the government's energy support scheme. These contingency plans could include restricting network access and slowing down speeds to help reduce energy use. The use of surge pricing is also anot

CROATIA (HRVATSKA) 23 APR

A1 Croatia rolls out SmartOptika for better home fibre connections

A1 Croatia has rolled out SmartOptika, a new solution for home internet to extend the fibre connection and Wi-Fi coverage throughout the home. This unique system is designed to deliver the full potential of a fibre-optic network, overcoming the limitations of traditional installations, A1 said. SmartOptika requires only a single drill point at the entrance of the home, eliminating the need for additional cabling. By utilising mesh Wi-Fi devices, SmartOptika ensures consistent signal strength in every room,

GLOBAL 23 APR

Acronis unveils GenAI Protection for MSPs

Cybersecurity firm Acronis has announced the launch of GenAI Protection, a new offering aimed at helping managed service providers oversee and secure the use of generative AI across client environments with a view to preventing data exposure and misuse of AI tools. The release marks the first phase of the company's Cyber Workspace offering, which will integrate further AI management and protection capabilities within its existing platform.

BRAZIL 23 APR

Positivo Tecnologia secures BRL 300 million BNDES funding

Brazil's Positivo Tecnologia has obtained BRL 300 million in financing from the National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) to fund its 2026–2028 Innovation Plan. Representing 96% of the total BRL 311.75 million investment, the capital will be deployed across facilities in Curitiba, Manaus, and Ilhéus. The strategy prioritises the integration of AI into consumer and commercial portfolios—including the "Minha Inteligência Artificial" assistant—while transitioning manufacturing operations toward

BRAZIL 23 APR

Quectel partners with Vermont Brasil

IoT solutions provider Quectel Wireless Solutions has partnered with Vermont Brasil to expand the availability of its products throughout Brazil, effective immediately. This collaboration designates Vermont Brasil as Quectel's regional representative for its entire product portfolio. Vermont Brasil was chosen for its extensive technical and commercial presence across Brazil, as well as its significant experience in short-range wireless technologies and antenna solutions.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 23 APR

Beeline Russia upgrades fixed broadband networks in 65 cities

Russian operator Beeline said it has upgraded its fixed broadband networks in 65 cities nationwide including Moscow, St Peterburg, Sochi and Krasnoyarsk. Works under the upgrade programme are being carried out in fifteen regions across the country. The operator has replaced 150 aggregation-level switches, covering more than 600,000 users, as well as 7,500 access level switches, covering 51,000 customers. Beeline has deployed dedicated links on major nodes.

LITHUANIA 23 APR

Tele2 Lithuania revenues rise 5% in Q1

Tele2 Lithuania has reported that revenues reached EUR 91.3 million in the first quarter of 2026, up by 5.4 percent year-on-year. EBITDAaL amounted to EUR 45.2 million, up by 8.8 percent. Increasing service usage and a growing customer base were the drivers of the growth.

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