Telesat, Cailabs partner on optical connectivity for govt customers
UNITED STATES 15:12

Telesat, Cailabs partner on optical connectivity for govt customers

Telesat Government Solutions and Cailabs US have signed a new agreement to cooperate on secure optical connectivity for government customers. The partnership will focus on the integration of resilient, secure and high-capacity optical space-to-ground connectivity for US government and Allied missions. 

U Mobile launches 2Gbps 5G home broadband service for MYR 98 per month
MALAYSIA 15:12

U Mobile launches 2Gbps 5G home broadband service for MYR 98 per month

Malaysian operator U Mobile has launched a 5G home broadband service dubbed Ultra Home 5G Pro. Subscribers will have access to speeds of up to 2 Gbps for a starting price of MYR 98 per month. The service uses 8x8 MIMO 5G-Advanced technology, AI-powered gaming traffic optimisation and a Wi-Fi 7 5G-A router.

Charter Communications announces resignation of CFO
UNITED STATES 14:57

Charter Communications announces resignation of CFO

Charter Communications has announced the resignation of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jessica Fischer. She will leave her role as CFO on 15 October, with Kevin Howard, EVP and Chief Accounting Officer & Controller, appointed Interim CFO from this date until a permanent replacement is appointed. Fischer joined the company 10 years ago, becoming CFO in 2021; and is leaving to take up a new professional opportunity.

AT&T joins new Building Future Skilled Trades Coalition
UNITED STATES 14:49

AT&T joins new Building Future Skilled Trades Coalition

AT&T has announced its participation in the Building Futures Skilled Trades Coalition. Established by the Lowe's Foundation, this new coalition involves over 75 founding stakeholders to help train and develop one million people for skilled trades careers by 2035. John Stankey, AT&T chairman and CEO, said it was proud to join the coalition as the "largest union employer in our industry" to help prepare for more people for "good-paying, rewarding careers" in the telecoms industry.

SkyShowtime partners with One Hungary to expand premium content
HUNGARY 14:40

SkyShowtime partners with One Hungary to expand premium content

One Hungary subscribers can now access SkyShowtime through selected TV and broadband plans, standalone add-ons, or a dedicated fixed-broadband bundle. Running until 15 October, a special introductory offer gives eligible customers 50 percent off select broadband packages containing SkyShowtime for six months. Contract terms apply.

Brazil extends public consultation on telecom spectrum caps until 13 October
BRAZIL 14:38

Brazil extends public consultation on telecom spectrum caps until 13 October

Brazilian telecommunications regulator Anatel has extended the public consultation on telecom spectrum caps until 13 October to provide extra time for more comprehensive industry contributions. Spectrum holding limits are currently governed by a resolution from 2018, which aims to prevent individual operators from hoarding frequency bands and restricting market competition.

Magyar Telekom launches Domino hybrid mobile plans for children
HUNGARY 14:36

Magyar Telekom launches Domino hybrid mobile plans for children

Hungary's Magyar Telekom has introduced Domino First and Domino Next, two hybrid mobile plans tailored for primary school pupils and teenagers returning to school. They merge the budget control of prepaid cards with the auto-renewing convenience of monthly subscriptions. There are default security restrictions and exclusive parental education tools.

Portuguese telecom prices drop to near lowest in EU in July
PORTUGAL 14:31

Portuguese telecom prices drop to near lowest in EU in July

Telecommunications prices in Portugal continued their downward trend in July 2026, falling by 0.8 percent month-on-month and 3.5 percent year-on-year, according to data from regulator Anacom. Over the past twelve months, local telecom prices dropped by an average of 2.2 percent, in stark contrast to the EU average, which rose by 1.7 percent. This 3.9 percentage point gap makes Portugal's price reduction the second-largest in the EU, behind only Austria (-4.0%), while Denmark saw the steepest rise (+6.4%).

Irish language PSB TG4 joins EIT Culture and Creativity organisation
EUROPE 14:29

Irish language PSB TG4 joins EIT Culture and Creativity organisation

Irish-language public service broadcaster (PSB) TG4 has become a Cooperation Partner of EIT Culture & Creativity. The latter is supported by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) and works to driven innovation across Europe's cultural and creative sectors.

Lenovo presents first laptop manufactured in Saudi Arabia
SAUDI ARABIA 14:24

Lenovo presents first laptop manufactured in Saudi Arabia

Lenovo has launched its first laptop manufactured in Saudi Arabia. The device was unveiled at LEAP 2026 and is one of the initial products produced at Lenovo's new facility in the country. Commercial production is scheduled to begin in late 2026.Tareq Alangari, SVP and president of Lenovo Middle East, Tuerkiye and Africa, said that after Lenovo and Alat's commitment to build a regional technology and manufacturing hub, the deployment of the first Saudi-made laptop demonstrates the tangible results.

NTT Data launches AI factory Lab in Riyadh
MIDDLE EAST 14:18

NTT Data launches AI factory Lab in Riyadh

NTT Data has announced plans to launch the NTT Data AI Factory Lab in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Opening in September, the facility will combine NTT Data's full-stack AI services with technologies from ecosystem partners such as Cisco and Nvidia. The aim is to help organisations scale AI with confidence. The lab will offer executive briefings and strategy workshops.

Humain supports DataVolt in first stage of 3600 MW AI data centre at Oxagon in Neom
SAUDI ARABIA 14:13

Humain supports DataVolt in first stage of 3600 MW AI data centre at Oxagon in Neom

Public Investment Fund (PIF) company Humain has announced an expanded partnership with Saudi-based digital infrastructure developer DataVolt to construct 100 megawatts (MW) of a planned 360 MW AI-ready data centre at Oxagon in Neom. Construction is currently under way and the initial 100 MW capacity is due to become operational in 2028. The project brings together Humain's full-stack AI capabilities with DataVolt's expertise in developing, financing, delivering and operating large-scale digital infrastructu

GLOBAL 14:13

DE-CIX offers direct connections to Azure ExpressRoute Metro

DE-CIX is expanding its global AI-ready connectivity by offering georedundant connectivity to Microsoft Azure in cities across Europe, North America and Asia. The Azure ExpressRoute Metro connectivity solution includes dual-homed connections to two separate ExpressRoute locations in one city, providing very high availability for customers' AI workloads and critical resources in Microsoft Azure.

EUROPE 14:04

European Cybersecurity Competence Centre offers EUR 96 million for proposals to bolster security under DEP

The European Cybersecurity Competence Centre (ECCC) is inviting project funding proposals under the Digital Europe Programme (DEP) for a total budget of up to EUR 96 million with a 14 January 2027 deadline for applications. The aim is to strengthen Europe's cybersecurity technologies, capabilities and preparedness.

UNITED STATES 14:03

Nscale closes USD 3 billion financing for US AI deployments

Nscale, hyperscale AI infrastructure developer, has closed around USD 3 billion in financing for AI deployments in Ward County, Texas, and Madison, North Carolina. The loan facilities provide up to USD 1.2 billion for Madison and up to USD 1.85 billion for Ward County. Nscale will use the funding to deploy GPU infrastructure and related networking, storage and liquid-cooling equipment.

EUROPE 13:59

SEPA Direct Debit fraud: prevent risk without hurting the customer experience

For a telecom or broadband operator billing across Europe, SEPA Direct Debit is the natural way to collect a monthly subscription. It is cheap, it is automated, and in markets like the Netherlands, where automatische incasso is how most recurring bills are paid, it is simply what customers expect. But compared with a straightforward bank transfer, it carries a specific exposure: the payer can recall the money after it has been collected. That single feature sits behind most of what gets called direct debit fraud.

FRANCE 13:41

OVHcloud advances SecNumCloud product roadmad with launch of public cloud platform

OVHcloud has announced the expansion of its SecNumCloud-recognised portfolio with the launch of a new offering dubbed SNC Cloud Platform. Initially available in France, the platform will soon be deployed across other public cloud regions in Europe in compliance with national regulations, starting with Italy, Germany and Poland. With this platform, OVHcloud aims to combine the benefits of its public cloud managed services with the SecNumCloud standard, which covers nearly 1,200 requirements reviewed independ

MIDDLE EAST 13:39

Mindware becomes value-added distributor for Veeam in MEA and regional markets

Mindware has entered a strategic partnership with Veeam Software. Mindware will serve as a value-added distributor for Veeam in the Middle East, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Egypt and Libya. The collaboration pairs Veeam's data resilience technologies with Mindware's regional channel network, technical expertise, local market presence and cloud capabilities. they aim to help organisations protect critical data, accelerate disaster recovery and ensure business continuity against modern cyber threats.

SAUDI ARABIA 13:35

WE Solutions and Movandi join forces to advance wireless networks in Saudi Arabia

Saudi-based WE Solutions has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with semiconductor and systems connectivity provider Movandi. The partnership combines Movandi's millimeter-wave (mmWave), RF semiconductor, beamforming, smart repeater, and software-defined networking expertise with WE Solutions' local engineering, systems integration, cybersecurity, and project execution capabilities. They aim to streamline the transition for regional clients from initial proof-of-concept testing to full-scale commerc

NETHERLANDS 13:35

Dutch Consumer Broadband 2026-Q2

This report analyses developments in the second quarter of 2026 in the Dutch market for broadband internet access, focusing on consumer connections. The report further includes data on developments, fixed market revenues and broadband revenues. The findings are compared with results from previous periods and the reports includes a five year forecast for consumer broadband connections and revenues, also divided by technology. The analysis is based on Telecompaper's continuous research into the development of the Dutch broadband communication services market. The focus is on cable network operators (Ziggo, hollandsnieuwe (from Q2 2026), Delta, Caiway(active until Q4 2025)), DSL providers (KPN, Odido, Tele2 (active until Q2 2026), Online.nl, Budget Thuis, Youfone) and FTTH providers (including KPN, Odido, Caiway (active until Q4 2025), Delta, Online.nl, Budget Thuis, Youfone).

SAUDI ARABIA 13:31

Ericsson and Mobily run youth ICT training scheme

Ericsson and Mobily have launched a joint skills development programme in Saudi Arabia to prepare young people for careers in the ICT sector. Led by experts from both companies, it combines practical training with mentorship in topics such as AI, emerging technologies, leadership and employability. It is designed and delivered by subject matter experts from both companies.

CHINA 13:29

Nexperia stakes in five Chinese subsidiaries frozen in EUR 270 mln dispute

A Chinese court has frozen Nexperia's shareholdings in five Chinese subsidiaries. The assets involved are worth more than CNY 2.1 billion (around EUR 270 million), according to a stock exchange filing by parent company Wingtech Technology to the Shanghai Stock Exchange, as reported by the Dutch newspaper Het Financieele Dagblad.

PORTUGAL 13:28

Nos fined over unilateral contract changes

Portugal's telecom regulator, Anacom, has fined provider Nos EUR 350,000 for illegally altering contract terms for approximately 821,641 TV service subscribers. The violation occurred when Nos introduced mandatory advertisements into its advanced and automatic recording features without giving customers proper notice. Under Article 48(16) of the Electronic Communications Law, providers must give subscribers at least 30 days' written notice of proposed changes and inform them of their right to terminate thei

PORTUGAL 13:27

Portugal's Anacom approves draft rules on telecom nomadism

Portugal's communications regulator, Anacom, has approved a new regulatory procedure to draft rules governing telecom nomadism. This updated process replaces a previous initiative launched in August 2025, expanding its scope regarding statistical reporting. The newly approved draft regulation defines the operational conditions for using fixed and mobile telephone services in a nomadic context. It also updates statistical collection requirements so Anacom can track how many providers assign phone numbers for

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