Claro Brasil activates 5G network at Rio monument
BRAZIL 06:18

Claro Brasil activates 5G network at Rio monument

Claro Brasil has deployed a 5G network at the Christ the Redeemer sanctuary in Rio de Janeiro, alongside upgrades to its existing 3G and 4G coverage. The deployment makes Claro the first mobile operator to bring 5G to the world-famous monument atop Corcovado Mountain. To maintain the site's historical aesthetics while serving heavy tourist traffic, Claro deployed 12 compact antennas across six strategically placed transmission points. Network traffic across all six points is routed through a centralised tec

DE-CIX India extablishes PoP at AdaniConneX Chennai 1 data centre
INDIA 06:14

DE-CIX India extablishes PoP at AdaniConneX Chennai 1 data centre

Data centre developer AdaniConneX, a joint venture between the Adani Group and EdgeConneX, has partnered with DE-CIX India to establish a point of presence (PoP) at its Chennai 1 data centre in the State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu (SIPCOT) region. Chennai is home to several international subsea cable landing stations that connect the country to major global internet routes. Through this deployment, customers at Chennai 1 will gain direct access to DE-CIX India's internet exchange, cloud

Kcell invests KZT 32 bln in network development in H1
KAZAKHSTAN 06:03

Kcell invests KZT 32 bln in network development in H1

Kazakhstan operator Kcell said it invested more than KZT 32 billion in the development of its telecommunications infrastructure in the first half of this year. The operator launched more than 650 new base stations in January to June, and more than half support 5G. The coverage of its 5G network expanded to 64.29 percent, and the coverage of the LTE network reached 91.37 percent. The average mobile data traffic per subscriber increased by 67.61 percent year-on-year.

Nos unveils AI-powered Android set-top box in Portugal
PORTUGAL 06:02

Nos unveils AI-powered Android set-top box in Portugal

Portuguese telecom operator Nos has launched its new flagship TV box, combining traditional linear television and streaming capabilities with local AI processing. Running on Android TV 14, the device features an integrated neural processing unit (NPU) for low-latency AI tasks, alongside far field voice technology for hands-free Google Assistant commands. The upgraded chip and RAM configuration promise significantly reduced buffering times and smoother UI navigation, backed by 4K HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos suppo

Globe Telecom H1 profit slips 11% despite record PHP 85 billion service revenues
PHILIPPINES 05:48

Globe Telecom H1 profit slips 11% despite record PHP 85 billion service revenues

Philippines operator Globe Telecom said its consolidated gross service revenues climbed to a new all-time high of PHP 85.4 billion for the six months ended June 2026, which represents an increase of 6 percent year-on-year, and surpassing the previous record of PHP 82.8 billion achieved in the second half of 2024. Data-driven revenues accounted for 91 percent of consolidated service revenues.

Globe Telecom launches GPlan Junior Postpaid Line for young family members
PHILIPPINES 04:48

Globe Telecom launches GPlan Junior Postpaid Line for young family members

Philippines operator Globe Telecom Globe has introduced GPlan Junior, a postpaid line for young family members aged 7 to 20. It is available as an additional line under an existing Globe Postpaid Plan 999 or higher, with the parent or legal guardian retaining responsibility for the account.

The week in telecom: Starlink's mobile ambitions and LEO challengers, plus Hollywood studios try streaming shorts and sports
GLOBAL 9 AUG

The week in telecom: Starlink's mobile ambitions and LEO challengers, plus Hollywood studios try streaming shorts and sports

Starlink finally revealed its hand on launching its own mobile network, in SpaceX's first quarterly report. The Hollywood studios are making slow progress on their streaming strategies, including a key milestone in Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros, while Asian telcos are betting heavily on data centres to drive their future growth. 

Globe Telecom distributes 500,000 Bayanihan SIMs in Philippines
PHILIPPINES 9 AUG

Globe Telecom distributes 500,000 Bayanihan SIMs in Philippines

Philippines operator Globe Telecom has announced it has distributed over 500,400 Bayanihan SIMs, with more than 400,000 distributed to beneficiaries in over 1,200 public schools. These SIMs have beed offered under the Bayanihan SIM Project, which is currently implemented by the Philippines' Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) in partnership with Globe.

U Mobile launches 5G-A and AI Innovation Hub for enterprises
MALAYSIA 9 AUG

U Mobile launches 5G-A and AI Innovation Hub for enterprises

Malaysian telecommunications operator U Mobile has launched its Enterprise Innovation Platform (EIP) Hub, an innovation facility built on its 5G-Advanced (5G-A) infrastructure for enterprises developing and testing applications based on 5G-A and AI. The EIP Hub provides enterprises with an environment to develop, test and demonstrate 5G-A, AI and other emerging technology applications before deploying them at scale.

SK Hynix invests in domestic supply chain for memory components
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 8 AUG

SK Hynix invests in domestic supply chain for memory components

SK Hynix has allocated KRW 54 trillion (USD 38.4 billion) to build two memory chip fabrication plants in its native South Korea. The plants will be located in the city of Yongin in the Seoul Metropolitan Area, and at Cheongju in North Chungcheong province. 

Eutelsat and SES issue market updates on Iris2 investments
EUROPE 8 AUG

Eutelsat and SES issue market updates on Iris2 investments

Satellite operators Eutelsat and SES, both partners in the SpaceRISE consortium, have provided market updates on their investment commitments to Europe's Iris2 programme. The announcements coincide with confirmation that the planned IRIS2 network will expand in scope and reach a total of 348 satellites. Commenting on the development, Eutelsat said its commitments now include EUR 2.23 billion of investment in shared Iris2 infrastructure assets, along with a further EUR 1.16 billion for infrastructure includi

Echoworx, NTT Data offer governed secure comms across DACH region
GERMANY 7 AUG

Echoworx, NTT Data offer governed secure comms across DACH region

Echoworx, secure communications and encryption specialist, and NTT Data Deutschland have partnered to provide governed secure communications as a single, integrated ecosystem across the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). They will unveil their first joint offering at the it-sa Expo & Congress in October - presenting a go-to-market model handling encrypted external communication as governed infrastructure, built into the cloud from the start. 

GLOBAL 7 AUG

8x8 launches new partner programme for direct resellers

Global business communications group 8x8 has announced the launch of a new tiered partner programme for its direct reseller channel. The new programme will reward direct resellers for customer growth and retention, as well as new business growth. It has four levels - Authorised, Silver, Gold and Platinum - with partners earning financial rewards according to their tier level. Progress against the metrics will be provided through monthly performance dashboards.

UNITED STATES 7 AUG

Circet Americas acquires Sunrise Telecom

Circet Americas, communications infrastructure services provider, has acquired Sunrise Telecom, US provider of outside plant (OSP) construction and network services to broadband and communications providers. The deal strengthens Circet's OSP capabilities and geographic reach, boosting its ability to provide end-to-end network infrastructure solutions for customers across the US. 

UNITED STATES 7 AUG

Cogent service revenue down 4.3% to USD 235.6 million in Q2

Cogent Communications Holdings has reported service revenue of USD 235.6 million for the second quarter of 2026, down 1.5 percent from Q1 2026 and down 4.3 percent from the year-earlier quarter. On-net revenue, including wavelengths, reached USD 150.2 million in Q2, up 0.7 percent from Q1 and up 6.2 percent from Q2 2025. Adjusted EBITDA was up 1.3 percent quarter-on-quarter to USD 71.1 million, with the adjusted EBITDA margin up to 30.2 percent, from 29.3 percent in Q1.

UNITED KINGDOM 7 AUG

Brillband transfers broadband customer base to Olilo

UK ISP Brillband has announced the transfer of its broadband customer base to full-fibre broadband provider Olilo Consumer. In a statement on its website, Brillband said broadband services would continue as normal for customers, with their current contract and pricing remaining in place. Olilo will take over ongoing customer support, account management and billing. Brillband has now stopped accepting new customer orders, and the Brillband customer support team will remain available until end-August. 

GLOBAL 7 AUG

Orange and Deutsche Telekom participate in HappyRobot's funding round

Orange and T.Capital, the investment arm of Deutsche Telekom, have participated in a USD 150 million funding round for US-based start-up HappyRobot, a software developer founded in 2023. The company enables clients to build AI agents capable of handling high-volume operational tasks across voice, email, messaging, and digital workflows. The Series C funding round was led by Prysm Capital and values HappyRobot at USD 1.2 billion.

UNITED STATES 7 AUG

FCC takes forward proposal to permit D2D satellite access in licence-exempt devices

The US Federal Communications Commission has voted to explore measures that could allow Wi-Fi devices and other license-exempt wireless equipment to connect with D2D satellite fleets. It comes after the FCC chairman, Brendan Carr,  initially submitted the proposal in July with the goal of unlocking roughly 200 MHz in unlicensed bandwidth for D2D satellite communications.

LATVIA 7 AUG

LMT joins European 6G implementation advisory group

Latvian operator LMT confirmed it has become one of 16 entities that will join the Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking's (SNS JU) Advisory Group to work on 6G implementation. LMT said will play a leading role in two major SNS JU initiatives. The Shield 6G project aims to develop secure mechanisms for resilience and protection against cyber threats in next-generation 6G mobile networks. IoT Zero, on the other hand, is a research initiative focused on the development of zero-power or ultra-low-power

MOZAMBIQUE 7 AUG

Mozambique invites bids to restore five mobile network stations

The Mozambique Communications Regulatory Authority (INCM), supported by the Universal Access Service Fund (FSAU), has announced a call for tender to reactivate five inactive mobile base stations. The project focuses on bringing these stations back online, as well as ensuring their long-term operation and maintenance to reinstate telecommunications services in the affected regions. INCM is calling on licensed telecommunications operators and eligible consortia to submit expressions of interest for the restor

KYRGYZSTAN 7 AUG

Beeline Kyrgyzstan launches 5G roaming

Beeline Kyrgyzstan has introduced 5G roaming services, available in more than 20 countries to start. The list includes Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Egypt, France, the UK and others. The coverage is planned to expand to more than 100 countries soon. The operator offers 1 GB, 5 GB and 10 GB 14-day bundles for roaming, costing KGS 499, KGS 4,999 and KGS 2,999, respectively. The packages are valid in 75 countries.

GLOBAL 7 AUG

Vecima hands president brief to existing COO and names first chief product officer

Vecima Networks' chief operating officer Clay McCreery has taken on the role of president alongside his existing operations remit as part of a leadership realignment. Sumit Kamar will continue to head the business as CEO but will cede the title of president to McCreery, and Vecima has also named Ryan Nicometo as its first chief product officer.

KYRGYZSTAN 7 AUG

Apple Pay launches in Kyrgyzstan

Apple Pay has become available for iPhone customers in Kyrgyzstan. The local operator Nur Telecom, trading under the O! brand, said that its customers are able to pay worldwide using the service. Customers paying with Apple Pay are offered 2 percent cashback.

EUROPE 7 AUG

EU ISPs call for legal right to block websites with child sexual abuse material

European ISPs have called for the legal right to block websites with child sexual abuse material (CSAM). In a joint letter to EU leaders, the CEOs of BT, Vodafone, Orange and Telenor called for the creation of a coordinated list at EU level of sites with identified CSAM, based on trusted flaggers like national hotlines, law enforcement authorities and expert groups. This would allow ISPs to act with legal authority to block access, rather than waiting for the CSAM websites to be taken down or illegal materi

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