KPN completes tender for perpetual securities, to buy back EUR 407 mln
NETHERLANDS 07:34

KPN completes tender for perpetual securities, to buy back EUR 407 mln

Dutch operator KPN has agreed to buy back EUR 407 million of its EUR 500 million in outstanding perpetual capital securities. The tender offer was priced at 102.608 percent. The EUR 93 million outstanding on the securities will be subject to a mandatory redemption, as the tender offer exceeded the minimum 75 percent of the securities to exercise a call option. KPN is funding the purchase with its earlier issued EUR 500 million hybrid bond.The tender is part of its efforts to proactively manage its hybrid ca

TTCL and BBS expand Burundi backbone link to 10Gbps
BURUNDI 07:27

TTCL and BBS expand Burundi backbone link to 10Gbps

Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation (TTCL) has expanded its partnership with Burundi Backbone System (BBS) by upgrading cross-border internet connectivity from 4Gbps to 10Gbps via the National ICT Broadband Backbone (NICTBB). TTCL and BBS officially signed an agreement on 8 September to boost Burundi's connectivity capacity. The deal was finalised by TTCL acting director general Alex Biziriko and BBS director general Diegue Nifasha.

Zain KSA, Jouf University sign MoU to launch smart campus network
SAUDI ARABIA 07:24

Zain KSA, Jouf University sign MoU to launch smart campus network

Zain KSA signed a memorandum of understanding with Jouf University to establish a national smart campus benchmark. The partnership leverages 5G networks, IoT, AI, and emerging connectivity solutions to modernize the university's infrastructure. Beyond enhancing administrative and campus-wide connectivity, the initiative supports smart learning environments, immersive virtual experiences, and applied research into next-generation telecommunications technologies.

MTN, Telecel and Goal Telecom advance in Ghana spectrum auction
GHANA 07:22

MTN, Telecel and Goal Telecom advance in Ghana spectrum auction

Ghana's National Communications Authority (NCA) has cleared three of four applicants for the 5G spectrum licences, with MTN Ghana, Telecel Ghana and Goal Telecommunications allowed to enter the next stage of its process to award the 700 MHz, 2.3 GHz and 3 GHz bands. According to an NCA statement, four companies submitted applications by the 27 August deadline, but one failed to meet the required conditions and was disqualified.

Amazon Leo expands launch contract with Arianespace
GLOBAL 07:19

Amazon Leo expands launch contract with Arianespace

Amazon Leo has signed up for six more launches with Arianespace. The contract announced at the International Space Summit in Paris covers six additional Ariane 64 launches to continue deploying the Amazon constellation into low Earth orbit (LEO). The new order brings the total number of Amazon Leo launches with Arianespace to 24, up from 18, with missions scheduled through 2031 from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana.

Gigaset adds GL30 and GL40 LTE phones to senior range
GLOBAL 07:13

Gigaset adds GL30 and GL40 LTE phones to senior range

Gigaset has launched two new 4G mobile phones aimed at senior users, the GL30 and GL40, focusing on straightforward calling, clear displays and safety features. The GL30 adopts a traditional candybar form with a 2.2-inch high-contrast screen, while the GL40 is a flip device with a larger 2.8-inch display. Both handsets support 4G/LTE and Voice over LTE, are hearing-aid compatible and include an SOS button that dials up to five preset contacts in sequence, plus three one-touch keys for frequent numbers.

Speedcast appoints Ross Rosenberg as CEO
GLOBAL 06:55

Speedcast appoints Ross Rosenberg as CEO

Speedcast has appointed Ross Rosenberg as chief executive officer, replacing Jim Frownfelter, who returns to his previous role as executive chairman after serving as CEO and chairman since January 2024. The leadership change comes as Speedcast expands from satellite connectivity towards network management, edge computing and AI-enabled operational intelligence. The company said it has strengthened partnerships with Starlink and Eutelsat OneWeb, doubling its LEO business and activating more than 20,000 Starl

Kena offering free 5G access to selected subs
ITALY 06:49

Kena offering free 5G access to selected subs

Telecom Italia's low-cost brand Kena has launched a new offer that gives existing customers on 4G plans the opportunity to access 5G speeds for free, reports Mondo Mobile Web, citing SMS sent to former clients. Under the promo, the customers can access 5G at no additional cost for one month, and for EUR 0.99 a month thereafter.

Apple increases prices on older iPhone models
GLOBAL 06:36

Apple increases prices on older iPhone models

Apple has taken the launch of the new iPhone as the moment to raise prices also on its older models. The new iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are both priced USD 100 more than the previous generation, and Apple's existing models are also going up by USD 100 in price in the US. That increases the iPhone 17e to USD 699, iPhone 16 to a starting price of USD 799, the 17 to USD 899 and the iPhone Air to USD 1,099. 

KT launches AI-powered Genie TV Set-top Box A2
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:54

KT launches AI-powered Genie TV Set-top Box A2

Korea Telecom (KT) has launched the Genie TV Set-top Box A2, adding an LLM-based AI agent that allows users to search for content using descriptions of its plot, cast or mood rather than the exact title. Users can also ask the AI questions about content while watching. The set-top box also uses AI to optimise the viewing experience. 

SK Broadband union demands funding plan over data centre spin-off
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:52

SK Broadband union demands funding plan over data centre spin-off

South Korea's SK Broadband (SKB) union is demanding a new growth strategy and funding commitments following plans to separate the company's data centre and submarine cable businesses into a new entity, SK Horizon. Under the proposed restructuring, SKB will remain as the surviving company, while SK Horizon will take over its data centre and proprietary submarine cable-based international leased-line businesses. The spin-off is scheduled for 1 February 2027.

Korea to impose fines of up to 6% of revenue for illegal spam
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:51

Korea to impose fines of up to 6% of revenue for illegal spam

South Korea's Broadcasting Media and Communications Commission (KCC) has approved rules that will allow fines of up to 6 percent of related revenue to be imposed on illegal spam senders and service providers that fail to take required measures to prevent their services being used to distribute illegal spam. The new enforcement rules set penalty rates of 1-6 percent of related revenue, alongside fixed fines of KRW 100 million to KRW 2 billion depending on the seriousness of the violation. 

JAPAN 05:49

Sakura Internet finds access to 1.36 mln accounts in cyberattack investigation

Japanese operator Sakura Internet has completed its investigation into an unauthorised access incident affecting its rental server service and a separate attack on its customer management system, identifying 1,360,563 accounts whose stored information may have been viewed or obtained by a third party. The operator said the customer management system, which stores contract information for multiple services, was subject to unauthorised access between April 2023 and March 2026. 

JAPAN 05:47

IIJ and NTT Docomo Business demonstrate interoperability between data spaces

Internet Initiative Japan (IIJ) and NTT Docomo Business have completed a demonstration of data exchange between two data spaces with different architectures, testing whether data can be shared while maintaining controls over how it is used. The demonstration connected IIJ's data space, developed through a NEDO-funded research project, with an NTT Docomo Business data space based on the European open-source Tractus-X software. The companies said they confirmed that reliable data exchange was possible between

AUSTRALIA 05:45

NextDC prices AUD 1.1 bn convertible notes to fund data centre pipeline

Australian-based pan-Asian data centre developer and operator NextDC has priced an AUD 1.1 bn convertible notes offering, with the proceeds to support the continued delivery and expansion of its Australian data centre development pipeline. The five-year subordinated notes carry a 1.75 per cent annual interest rate and are due in September 2031. NextDC expects net proceeds of about AUD 1.006 billion after the cost of associated hedging transactions and before transaction costs.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:44

ETRI develops AI platform to create and test game content

South Korea's Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) has developed an AI platform that can generate game content, identify errors by playing games itself and quantitatively predict how enjoyable a game will be. The AI-based game development and verification automation platform comprises separate creation and verification engines. The creation engine uses reinforcement learning-based procedural content generation to create game maps without relying on human-produced training data. 

AUSTRALIA 05:42

DigiCo completes sale of Chicago data centre for US asset recycling

Australian-based DigiCo Infrastructure REIT (ASX: DGT) has completed the sale of its CHI1 data centre in Chicago, originally announced in May, for USD 750 million. The sale is part of DigiCo's capital recycling strategy, with proceeds being used to reduce debt and support investment in its Australian portfolio, including the 88 MW SYD1 data centre project in Sydney.

FRANCE 05:41

South Korea and France agree measures to support space industry

South Korea's Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA) has signed an implementing agreement with France's National Centre for Space Studies (CNES) to strengthen cooperation between the two countries' space industries and support Korean companies seeking to enter European markets. The agreement follows a framework agreement signed by the two organisations in October 2025 and shifts the focus towards practical support for private-sector space companies, particularly small and start-up businesses. 

UNITED STATES 05:39

Minneapolis-St Paul airport deploys Ericsson private 5G network

Minneapolis-St Paul International Airport (MSP) has deployed a private 5G network from Ericsson to provide dedicated wireless connectivity for airport operations across its five-square-mile campus. The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), which operates MSP, partnered with Ericsson and Insight Enterprises on the deployment, with Pierson Wireless responsible for installation. Insight resold and manages the Ericsson Private 5G solution.

AUSTRALIA 05:37

Telstra announces CHF 200 million bond issue

Telstra Group has priced a CHF 200 million (approximately AUD 342 million) bond issue, with the seven-year notes expected to be issued on 30 September 2026. The notes were priced on 9 September during London trading hours under Telstra's Debt Issuance Program Offering Circular dated 18 August 2026. Telstra said it will use the proceeds for general corporate purposes.

AUSTRALIA 05:36

Superloop launches AI assistant for business and wholesale customers

Australian operator Superloop has launched Kay, an AI account assistant integrated into its Krypton self-service platform for business customers, partners and managed service resellers. Kay allows users to interact with the platform through conversational prompts rather than navigating multiple screens or contacting support. 

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:34

SK Telecom discusses AI growth strategy with global telecom leaders

SK Telecom (SKT) CEO Jung Jaihun has discussed strategies for growth in the AI era and digital trust with global telecommunications and technology industry leaders at the GSMA M360 ASEAN event in Kuala Lumpur. Jung met GSMA secretary general Vivek Badrinath to discuss new AI-driven growth opportunities and strategies for shifting telecom infrastructure towards AI. The discussions included cooperation around SKT's AI full-stack strategy, spanning infrastructure, models and services, including its plans to de

AUSTRALIA 05:32

Nvidia targets 2 GW Australian AI infrastructure buildout with local partners

Nvidia said it is working with eight Australian cloud and data centre operators on a potential buildout of up to 2 GW of AI infrastructure by 2027, using its DSX AI factory platform. The company's announcement highlights the partners as Firmus, Sharon AI, Iren, Megaport, ResetData, CDC, NextDC and AirTrunk. The infrastructure companies will provide the land, power and data centre capacity, while Nvidia will supply its DSX platform, accelerated computing, networking and software. 

SINGAPORE 05:31

Gulf and Singtel to develop cable link between Thailand and Singapore

Gulf Development and Singtel Group have formed a strategic partnership to develop and invest in submarine cable infrastructure connecting Thailand and Singapore. The first initiative under the partnership will be participation in the Vietnam-Thailand-Singapore (VTS) cable system, which is expected to be operational by 2030. Singtel Singapore and Thai associate AIS will contribute market, connectivity and customer expertise to the development and commercialisation of the system.

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