Over 21 mln Brazilians could watch FIFA World Cup with experimental TV 3.0 signal
BRAZIL 14:46

Over 21 mln Brazilians could watch FIFA World Cup with experimental TV 3.0 signal

Over 21 million Brazilians in Brasilia, Sao Paulo, and Rio de Janeiro will have the opportunity to experience the FIFA World Cup men's football tournament through an experimental TV 3.0 signal that marks a new era of digital television in Brazil. To access the full range of enhanced features, residents in these areas will need to purchase a converter.

Kainos to create over 300 new jobs in N Ireland
UNITED KINGDOM 14:46

Kainos to create over 300 new jobs in N Ireland

Kainos, Belfast-based digital transformation and IT services group, plans to create 341 new jobs in Northern Ireland over the next three years. The new jobs will support an expansion of its AI capabilities in response to rising demand from customers. Most of the new roles will be located in Belfast, with 32 based at the company's Derry/Londonderry office. The the Northern Ireland government is supporting the expansion with GBP 1.5 million of funding through Invest NI. 

One Hungary offers World Cup rewatch option for late-night matches
HUNGARY 14:42

One Hungary offers World Cup rewatch option for late-night matches

One Hungary is offering a convenient rewatch feature for FIFA World Cup men's football tournament matches kicking off after midnight or in the early morning hours, Hungarian time. Subscribers with a One TV Family package and an interactive media device (OneTV MiniBox Pro, OneTV SoundBox or Interactive TV Mediabox) will be able to watch World Cup matches broadcast on M4 Sport and M4 Sport+ for up to three days after their live airing.

Brazil's 4G expansion connects over 2 mln rural residents in 3 years
BRAZIL 14:40

Brazil's 4G expansion connects over 2 mln rural residents in 3 years

In the past three years, over 2 million Brazilians in rural areas have gained access to 4G mobile internet, thanks to an initiative led by the Ministry of Communications. This expansion has reached 2,902 locations across Brazil, providing essential mobile broadband, telephony and digital services to areas previously unconnected. The Northeast region leads this expansion with 956 new connections since 2023, followed by the Southeast (749 areas), South (571), North (426) and Midwest (200).

Telekom Slovenije launches dedicated FIFA World Cup page on Neo platform
SLOVENIA 14:38

Telekom Slovenije launches dedicated FIFA World Cup page on Neo platform

Telekom Slovenije said it has provided a page dedicated to the FIFA World Cup men's football tournament on the Neo platform, accessible via television screens, neo.io, the NEO mobile app, and the Neo TV Lite app for "smart" television sets. The page act as a hub to provide viewers with easy access to live matches, match highlights such as goals, chances and fouls, and championship highlights. The "football" voice command on the NEO Smartbox offers simple, intuitive control for navigating content.

Xumo streams FIFA World Cup games in Spanish for free
UNITED STATES 14:37

Xumo streams FIFA World Cup games in Spanish for free

Xumo, streaming TV JV between Comcast and Charter Communications, will livestream two FIFA World Cup 2026 games on Xumo Play in Spanish for free. Football fans can watch Telemundo's Spanish-language coverage of the Mexico vs S Africa game on 11 June, and the US vs Paraguay match on 12 June without having to login or subscribe. Xumo Play is a FAST add available across major streaming platforms. 

Makedonski Telekom starts children's digital literacy project
NORTH MACEDONIA 14:32

Makedonski Telekom starts children's digital literacy project

Makedonski Telekom, in collaboration with the Ministry of Digital Transformation and the British Council, has launched "Schools of the 21st Century Phase 2," a project to enhance digital literacy among school children. Running from May 2026 to July 2027, the initiative will engage 9 and 10-year-old pupils and their teachers in developing crucial skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, programming, cybersecurity and fundamental artificial intelligence concepts.

One TV subscribers to see ads on RTL+ after end of free access
HUNGARY 14:29

One TV subscribers to see ads on RTL+ after end of free access

Starting 30 June, One TV subscribers who currently enjoy ad-free access to RTL+ Premium as part of their package will begin being shown commercials. This change follows a partnership formed when One Hungary secured exclusive rights to distribute RTL+ content, including Champions League broadcasts, by integrating the streaming service into its TV plans. Previously, subscribers received the ad-free RTL+ Premium, but a recent decision will shift them to the ad-supported (AVOD) version.

Excelerate upgrades mobile command unit for Irish fire service
IRELAND 14:29

Excelerate upgrades mobile command unit for Irish fire service

Excelerate Technology, UK-based global communications/connectivity solutions provider, has won a contract from Clare County Fire and Rescue Service in Ireland to upgrade its Incident Command Unit (ICU) into a modern mobile command platform. This will allow incident commanders to access and manage operational data from a centralised digital dashboard. The project will upgrade the ICU vehicle's command, control, communications and situational awareness capabilities. 

V.tal to roll out 4G and 5G internet on Sao Paulo Metro Line 4
BRAZIL 14:26

V.tal to roll out 4G and 5G internet on Sao Paulo Metro Line 4

Brazilian mobility infrastructure company Motiva has partnered with neutral network operator V.tal to progressively roll out 4G and 5G internet service in the tunnels and stations of Sao Paulo subway's yellow Line 4 from July. By the end of the year, five stations will be equipped with the new infrastructure, namely Vila Sonia-Prof. Elisabeth Tenreiro, Sao Paulo-Morumbi, Butanta, Pinheiros, and Faria Lima-Pagbank. While existing equipment helps reduce signal dead zones, the new integrated technology will le

UK Home Office ESN programme joins GCF
UNITED KINGDOM 14:20

UK Home Office ESN programme joins GCF

The UK Home Office's Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme (ESMCP) is joining the Global Certification Forum (GCF) as a Mission Critical Communications Operator (MCCO) member. The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is a critical 4G mobile communications network for first responders across England, Wales and Scotland (Great Britain), being delivered by ESMCP.

Mobiuz upgrades network in Samarkand, Namangan regions
UZBEKISTAN 14:20

Mobiuz upgrades network in Samarkand, Namangan regions

Uzbek mobile operator Mobiuz said it has upgraded 80 mobile base stations in the Samarkand region, of which 29 were in the city of Samarkand. Twelve new base stations have been deployed in the Namangan region, five of them in the city of Namangan itself. Thirteen base stations in the Namangan region have been modernised.

UZBEKISTAN 14:18

Ucell offers SIM registration on app for foreign citizens

Uzbek mobile operator Ucell is offering foreign citizens residing in Uzbekistan the opportunity to register new Ucell SIMs on its services management mobile application via self-serve. Previously, only native residents have been able to do so. Ucells SIMs are available for sale in Ucell's own shops and those of numerous retail partners, as well as from online shops.

UZBEKISTAN 14:14

Uztelecom show FIFA World Cup on TelecomTV

Uzbekistan national operator Uztelecom has introduced an opportunity to watch matches of the World Football Cup on its service TelecomTV. The service is available on handsets under the coverage of the Uztelecom's network.

UKRAINE 14:12

Kyivstar TV acts as information partner for AdoptMe Days Only Dogs festival

Ukrainian operator Kyivstar, a subsidiary of Veon Group, said that its service Kyivstar TV has become an information partner of the festival 'AdoptMe Days Only Dogs'. The NGO Pethouse and Gostomel Shelter acts as the host of the festival. Kyivstar TV will offer free use of its Premium HD package for 30 days for people adopting dogs during the festival.

AZERBAIJAN 14:09

Bakcell partners with 'Signature Gala Night' event

Azeri operator Bakcell said it recently partnered with the 'Signature Gala Night' event, which brought together distinguished selections from the world's classical music repertoire with the participation of both local and international artists. Bakcell's support for the event is part of the company's broader commitment to preserving cultural heritage, promoting the arts, and fostering initiatives that create lasting value for society. 

BELARUS 14:07

A1 Belarus expands taxi service to Zhodino

A1 Belarus said it has expanded A1 Taxi service to the town of Zhodino. The operator launched A1 Taxi in Minsk in May 2025 before expanding it to other locations. The service is available on the A1 Taxi app for Android and iOS devices, supported by A1's data centre and other infrastructure.

BELARUS 14:03

MTS Belarus offers discounts for 5G smartphones to MTS Red subscribers

MTS Belarus said customers connected to its MTS Red tariff are being offered the opportunity to buy selected 5G smartphones at a 70 percent discount. Subscribers can purchase the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra for BYN 599. New customers are also able to buy the Tecno Spark Go 3 for BYN 19.90.

KYRGYZSTAN 14:01

Mega offers FIFA World Cup on MegaTV app

Kyrgyz operator Mega is offering the option to watch matches from the FIFA World Cup men's football tournament on its application MegaTV. Subscribers of its Mix, MegaUnlimited, MegaSuperHit and Exclusive tariffs, and of its Eldiki + MegaTV services, can use the mobile application free of charge with zero-rated internet traffi.

UZBEKISTAN 13:57

Beeline Uzbekistan to cooperate with Cyber University

Beeline Uzbekistan, a subsidiary of Veon Group, has agreed to cooperate with Cyber University in education, innovation and training young professionals. The parties will hold joint educational events and master classes, invite students to participate in the 'Bee Generation' programme, take part in job fairs and career forums, and will implement joint schemes to develop students' professional competencies in IT and cybersecurity. 

UKRAINE 13:54

Kyivstar's Uklon launches marketplace, starting with flower delivery

Veon Group, the parent company of Ukrainian company Kyivstar, said that ride-hailing service Uklon has opened Uklon Store in a first step to diversity beyond mobility, travel and logistics into in-app commerce. Uklon Store is a new way to buy goods and have them delivered and initially, customers can order flowers for despatch in Kyiv.

POLAND 13:49

RBS Media reaches mid-point of fibre deployment in Kolbudy

Polish telecommunications construction company RBS Media, headquartered in the city of Mielec, said that it has reached the mid-way point of its deployment of a fibre-optic network in Kolbudy municipality in the Pomerania region. It is being deployed under the European Funds for Digital Development programme. RBS Media is acting as a sub-contractor to wholesale operator Polski Swiatlowod Otwarty (PSO). 

POLAND 13:47

Polsat Box Go airs FIFA World Cup matches

Polish TV service Polsat Box Go, belonging to the Polsat Plus Group, has announced that customers can watch FIFA World Cup men's football tournament matches on the television channels TVP1, TVP2 and TVP Sport using the service. The channels are owned by public broadcaster Telewizja Polska. Polsat Box Go offers the channels under its Premium Sport package, which costs PLN 55 for 30 days.

POLAND 13:44

Netia expands scope of security management certification

Polish operator Netia has undergone its first Information Security Management System surveillance audit and expanded the scope of its ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification. Cloud, colocation, and cybersecurity services have been joined by key areas of the operator's business: telecommunications services and advanced ICT services from the NetiaNext line.

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