Airtel Money and Stanbic Bank launch mobile payments at POS machines in Zambia
ZAMBIA 10:47

Airtel Money and Stanbic Bank launch mobile payments at POS machines in Zambia

Airtel Money and Stanbic Bank have launched mobile wallet payments on POS machines in Zambia, letting businesses with existing Stanbic POS devices the method, increasing convenience for merchants and consumers. Customers can pay for goods and services at Stanbic merchant locations using their mobile phones. The cashier initiates the transaction on the Stanbic POS machine, prompting the customer to authorise payment from their Airtel Money wallet on their mobile phone. Once the customer enters their PIN, the

KPN to raise prices 3.3% in July
NETHERLANDS 10:42

KPN to raise prices 3.3% in July

KPN announced a 3.3 percent annual increase in rates for its internet and TV packages from July 2026. The adjustment is in line with the national inflation rate for 2025 as reported by the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), consistent with the operator's pledge to not raise prices above this rate.

Hakusan to invest JPY 5 bln in new Japanese plant to meet AI data centre demand
JAPAN 10:38

Hakusan to invest JPY 5 bln in new Japanese plant to meet AI data centre demand

Optical connector and components supplier Hakusan, part of the Lightera Group, has unveiled plans for a new production plant in its native Japan, funded by a JPY 5 billion (USD 31.3 million) capital spend. Set to launch in April 2028, the 20,000 square metre facility will aim to meet global demand for leading-edge optical connectivity in AI data centres. It comes as hyperscale data providers strive to keep up with bandwidth and energy density requirements, often turning to optical transmission upgrades in a

CityFibre reaches over one million connected premises
UNITED KINGDOM 10:33

CityFibre reaches over one million connected premises

CityFibre has reached the milestone of connecting more than one million UK premises to its full-fibre network. CityFibre's critical national infrastructure is also used by enterprises, mobile operators and local authorities to connect around 16,000 sites across the UK - including GP surgeries, hospitals and schools. CityFibre CEO Simon Holden said it continued to "challenge the incumbents" and was powering the digital lives of millions of Brits.

Core42 expands New York deployment by 42 MW
UNITED STATES 10:32

Core42 expands New York deployment by 42 MW

Core42, a G42 company specialising in sovereign cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure, has announced a 42 MW expansion of its US AI infrastructure at the Lake Mariner site in New York. This expansion increases total site capacity from 18 MW to 60 MW of high-performance AI production infrastructure. The Lake Mariner facility serves as the company's North American AI infrastructure hub.

Solutions signs SAR 485 mln contract to modernise STC systems
SAUDI ARABIA 10:29

Solutions signs SAR 485 mln contract to modernise STC systems

Arabian Internet and Communications Services Company (Solutions by STC) has signed a SAR 484.78 million contract with STC to establish and develop internet and communications networks for the telecom firm, Argaam reported. The scope of work includes expanding STC's internal internet network, covering both existing and new network elements, in addition to internet services projects serving STC's business units.

Kainos wins GBP 150 million digital transformation contract with Defra
UNITED KINGDOM 10:22

Kainos wins GBP 150 million digital transformation contract with Defra

Kainos, Belfast-based digital transformation and IT services provider, has won a GBP 150 million digital delivery and transformation contract from the UK government's Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra). The 4-year contract has an option to extend for an additional 12 months, and is part of Defra's Application, Development, Maintenance and Support (ADMS Plus) procurement programme. 

Dstny brings in Always-On Communications using voice as base layer for AI-supported system
EUROPE 10:22

Dstny brings in Always-On Communications using voice as base layer for AI-supported system

European business communications service provider Dstny Group has announced the introduction of a new service called Always-On Communications, to ensure that no business conversation is ever missed. It moves service providers from voice connectivity to an "AI-first Comms OS" using Dstny digital agents. CEO Daan De Wever said Always-On Communications makes voice service the operating system upon which every agent, workflow and conversation runs.

Node4 provides college with Microsoft contact centre solution
UNITED KINGDOM 10:11

Node4 provides college with Microsoft contact centre solution

Node4, UK managed services and AI business solutions provider, has won a contract from Nottingham College to provide a Microsoft contact centre solution. The new platform will deliver considerable efficiency savings, as well as potential extra income from enhanced marketing conversion and engagement. Node4 is delivering an integrated digital communications platform connected to the wider data network at the further education college. 

Odido Q1 revenue up 1.9% to EUR 590 mln
NETHERLANDS 10:06

Odido Q1 revenue up 1.9% to EUR 590 mln

Dutch operator Odido increased both revenue and profitability during the first quarter of 2026. Service revenue rose 2.7 percent year-on-year to EUR 487 million, while total revenue grew 1.9 percent to EUR 590 million.

Lumine agrees to buy Quortex video network business from Synamedia
GLOBAL 10:04

Lumine agrees to buy Quortex video network business from Synamedia

Lumine Group has announced an agreement to acquire Synamedia's video network business. The business will operate independently under its primary product name, Quortex. The deal is expected to close in the near future, subject to customary closing conditions and employee consultations.

MultiChoice Nigeria runs 'Open Time' promotion
NIGERIA 09:48

MultiChoice Nigeria runs 'Open Time' promotion

MultiChoice Nigeria has launched a month-long promotional campaign titled 'Open Time', granting eligible DStv subscribers free access to higher-tier viewing packages. Running from 01 to 30 June, the initiative aims drive new user acquisitions. Active subscribers on lower-tier plans such as Compact and Compact+ will receive automatic upgrades to higher tiers, giving some viewers temporary access to Premium content. The upgrades apply automatically upon payment confirmation.

SPAIN 09:47

Telefonica Spain to air World Cup in 4K

Telefonica Spain has confirmed that it will be broadcasting all matches of the FIFA 2026 World Cup in Ultra High Definition (UHD-4K) starting with the Mexico vs. South Africa opener on 11 June. The stream will be available to customers signed up to the relevant Futbol Total or LaLiga pay-TV packages and with a Movistar UHD decoder.

GLOBAL 09:40

Comviva data report highlights knowledge gaps around AI value realisation

A survey conducted by digital platforms vendor Comviva shows that one fifth (21 percent) of respondents lacked a tangible methodology for measuring the impact of AI deployments. The survey polled more than 200 senior IT and business executives globally in telecoms, e-commerce and retail. This sample was evenly split, with telecoms and the other two segments each accounting for 50 percent of respondents, spread across leadership roles including chief marketing officer, chief commercial officer, and chief dat

UNITED STATES 09:23

Former Deutsche Telekom executive to head Verizon network and technology division - report

The former member of Deutsche Telekom's management board responsible for product and technology, Abdurazak (Abdu) Mudesir, will assume responsibility for networks and technology at Verizon, Handelsblatt reports, citing sources. Deutsche Telekom announced the departure of Mudesir in March. 

SPAIN 09:20

Ho Mobile extends 100GB, unlimited calls plan for under EUR 5

Ho Mobile, the low-cost brand of Italian operator Fastweb+Vodafone, has prolonged an entry-level plan aimed at customers who port their number to the operator. It includes 100GB of mobile data at 4G speeds for under EUR 5 a month, with the operator also reducing the EUR 29.90 activation fee to EUR 4.99 under the promo, now available until 26 June.

GLOBAL 09:20

Medusa's subsea segment starts carrying live traffic between Marseille and Bizerte

Orange has announced a new milestone for the Medusa cable system, confirming that the Mediterranean subsea segment linking Marseille (France) and Bizerte (Tunisia) is now operational. The completion of this project, dubbed 'ViaTunisia', was supported by an EU grant that provided funding to cover 30 percent of the construction and management costs. Orange installed the necessary landing infrastructure in Marseille and Bizerte in collaboration with Medusa's partners Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN) and Elettr

NORWAY 09:19

Schibsted privacy fee attracts Norwegian data protection complaint

The Norwegian Consumer Council said it is filing a complaint with the Norwegian Data Protection Authority about Schibsted's decision to require payment for privacy protection. Schibsted, which owns newspapers including VG, Aftenposten, Bergens Tidende and Stavanger Aftenblad, has introduced a NOK 49 payment for readers to avoid tracking and surveillance-based marketing. The council has previously complained about a similar scheme by Meta, and that complaint is still being processed by the Data Protection Au

AFRICA 09:04

Telecom Namibia CEO becomes head of Communications Regulators' Association of Southern Africa

Stanley Shanapinda, the CEO of Telecom Namibia, has accepted an appointment as executive secretary of the Communications Regulators' Association of Southern Africa (CRASA), which promotes regulatory harmonisation and cooperation among telecom watchdogs in the Southern African Development Community (SADC). The appointment follows a competitive regional recruitment process. He will work with the board of directors, shareholders and executive management of Telecom Namibia to ensure a smooth and orderly leaders

GLOBAL 08:58

NGMN reports aim to convey 6G operator perspective on upgrade strategy, architecture and timings

The Next Generation Mobile Networks Alliance (NGMN) has issued two publications underlining operator 6G perspectives in the run-up to standardisation. The first paper looks at potential 6G architecture candidates and examines migration paths both in the core mobile network and in RAN-enabled mobile sites. NGMN calls on the industry to heed the experience encountered in 5G roll-outs, arguing this requires early convergence to identify a favoured approach to 6G migration and prevent fragmentation in the marke

MEXICO 08:52

Aeromexico, ViX to stream World Cup games onboard

Aeromexico has reached an agreement with ViX, the streaming platform of TelevisaUnivision, to let passengers watch World Cup content in flight using free Wi-Fi and a personal device. The service will include live sports programming and selected international football matches during the summer.

DENMARK 08:47

Denmark launches AltID mobile identification system

The Danish Digitisation Authority has announced the availability of AltID, Denmark's new and official mobile identification application. AtID provides two items of evidence, namely proof of age and a virtual identity card. For security, the information is only stored locally on the user's phone, and no-one else can find out where and when an item of evidence has been used.

BELGIUM 08:40

Digi Belgium adds 60 GB plan to mobile portfolio

Digi Belgium has expanded its mobile offering with a new plan that includes 60 GB of mobile data for EUR 9 per month. With the launch, the operator has added a fourth mobile plan to its portfolio. The new package includes unlimited calls to Belgian networks and complements Digi's existing subscriptions, which offer 7 GB for EUR 3, 30 GB for EUR 5 and 40 GB for EUR 7 per month.

MEXICO 08:38

Mexican watchdog backing automatic registration of mobile lines without consent

Mexico's telecommunications regulator CRT is allowing mobile operators to automatically link postpaid lines to the CURP (Unique Population Registry Code) database using customer data already on file, even without seeking fresh consent, according to a report in business daily Expansion. The move comes as Mexico heads toward a 30 June deadline for mandatory registration of all mobile prepay and postpay lines with official ID documents.

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Airtel Money and Stanbic Bank launch mobile payments at POS machines in Zambia

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