Airspan joins bid to build pan-European critical communications backbone
EUROPE 12:58

Airspan joins bid to build pan-European critical communications backbone

Airspan Networks has backed a consortium that aims to introduce a pan-European critical communications backbone powered by hybrid air-to-ground (ATG), satellite and terrestrial infrastructure, serving defence, public safety and emergency response operations. Following this announcement, Airspan will be a participant in the ARES programme that seeks to satisfy Europe's need for a sovereign architecture capable of airborne, maritime and landside service availability, combining ATG and satellite with robust, o

Open Fiber activates FTTH to 55 more Lombardy localities
ITALY 12:56

Open Fiber activates FTTH to 55 more Lombardy localities

Italian wholesale-only operator Open Fiber has completed the cabling of its FTTH infrastructure in 55 localities in the provinces of Brescia, Cremona, and Mantua in the northern Lombardy region. A total of 110,000 homes, commercial premises and offices have been connected to the fibre network, allowing residents and businesses to access the internet at speeds of up to 2.5 Gbps via operator partners.

German FTTH and FTTB connections rise by over 1 mln in 2025
GERMANY 12:55

German FTTH and FTTB connections rise by over 1 mln in 2025

The number of active Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) and Fibre-to-the-Building (FTTB) connections in Germany rose by more than 1 million year on year from 5.3 million to 6.4 million, in 2025, according to the annual report by the Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur or BNetzA). The share of fibre-optic lines in the fixed-line broadband network increased from 13.7 percent in 2024 to 16.5 percent by the end of 2025. By comparison, the share of DSL connections fell from 61.1 percent to 58.5 percent during the sa

Kyivstar offers free ONU terminals to customers
UKRAINE 12:49

Kyivstar offers free ONU terminals to customers

Ukrainian operator Kyivstar, a subsidiary of Veon Group, has introduced to its current and new customers an opportunity to get new ONU terminals for free. The terminals enable to access services on the GPON network. The promotion is valid for locations covered with a fibre-optical network of the operator.

Megafon Tajikistan adds share investment function to app
TAJIKISTAN 12:46

Megafon Tajikistan adds share investment function to app

Megafon Tajikistan has added a section focused on investors to its services management mobile application Megafon Life. Customers are able to buy shares in global financial markets using the application. The service has been launched in cooperation with the comppany Broker.tj. A commission fee for acquisition of shares totals 0.3 percent.

Mega launches new unlimited tariff plan
KYRGYZSTAN 12:36

Mega launches new unlimited tariff plan

Kyrgyz operator Mega is offering a new tariff plan called MegaUnlim, which supplies unlimited data traffic, unlimited on-net calls and SMSs, 100 minutes of calls to the network of Beeline Kyrgyzstan, 50 minutes of calls to the network of O!, as well as 200 television channels from MegaTV. Customers can watch the Etnomedia online video service and share data traffic, too. MegaUnlim is available at the promotional price of KGS 330 monthly for the first six months.

Telefonica makes CDP 'A' list for sustainable supplier management
SPAIN 12:29

Telefonica makes CDP 'A' list for sustainable supplier management

Telefonica has been included for the seventh consecutive year on CDP's Supplier Engagement Assessment "A List", recognising its performance in managing supply chain sustainability and efforts to work with suppliers on climate action. The company is among around 1,400 firms globally to receive the top rating, including 40 telecom operators, with its Brazilian unit (Vivo) also listed.

T2 starts loyalty scheme with retail chain Magnit
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 12:28

T2 starts loyalty scheme with retail chain Magnit

Russian mobile operator and Rostelecom subsidiary T2 has agreed to launch a joint loyalty scheme with the retail chain Magnit. T2 sells its SIMs in more than 17,000 branches of the chain nationwide and plans to launch a special offer for their  customers. Subscribers of T2 will be offered special terms under the Magnit loyalty programme.

Beeline Russia launches Beepartners platform for joint business development
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 12:24

Beeline Russia launches Beepartners platform for joint business development

Russian operator Beeline has launched its new platform Beepartners, aimed at companies developing technologies and products. Beepartners intends to accelerate market entry for such products and offer their creators the opportunity to scale them in cooperation with Beeline. Partners will obtain access to Beeline's customer base, sales channels, know-how and contacts, and Beeline will add the new products to its ecosystem. 

Beeline Russia deploys private LTE/5G-ready network for gold mining company Polimetall
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 12:21

Beeline Russia deploys private LTE/5G-ready network for gold mining company Polimetall

Russian operator Beeline said that its unit Beeline Business has deployed a private LTE/5G-ready network for the company Polimetall at its gold mining site Veduginskoye in the Krasnoyarsk region. Two stationary and three portable LTE base stations have been developed within the network to enable the company to adjust its network coverage area as mining operations progress and quarries deepen.

T2 to cooperate with bank PSB to develop joint products
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 12:18

T2 to cooperate with bank PSB to develop joint products

Russian mobile operator T2, a subsidiary of Rostelecom, has concluded a partnership agreement with the bank PSB. The companies plan to cooperate developing joint products. Joint loyatly programmes will also be launched. Partners will cooperate promoting financial products and services. The companies also plan to implement new technologies and tools for sales automatisation.

Ooredoo Group establishes Al Abraj tower assets company in Qatar
QATAR 12:15

Ooredoo Group establishes Al Abraj tower assets company in Qatar

Ooredoo Group has launched Al Abraj, an independent, standalone company that will operate and manage its passive tower infrastructure assets in Qatar. Ooredoo has appointed Khalid Barzak as general director of Al Abraj following regulatory approval from the Qatari Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA). This is the first operational carve-out under Ooredoo's towerco initiative and aims to optimise its portfolio.

SPAIN 12:10

Colt first to connect to Digital Realty's Barcelona data centre

Colt Technology Services said it has become the first telecom operator to connect to Digital Realty's BCN1 data centre in Barcelona, establishing a new point of presence ahead of the facility's official launch. The early deployment provides immediate connectivity to the site, allowing Colt to support businesses, global content networks and partners with high-capacity network services across Spain and wider European markets.

UNITED STATES 12:04

Viavi launches agentic features in OneAdvisor 800, TM500, and TeraVM test devices

Viavi Solutions has expanded its Nitro AIOps suite, adding agentic tools focused on task-centric execution in its RF test equipment. Dubbed AI Experts, Viavi's technology is designed to automate wireless test configurations, analysis, diagnostics and reporting. Three agents are available at launch, namely the OneAdvisor 800 Wireless AI Expert, the TM500 AI Expert and the TeraVM AI Expert. Each expert is configured to use insights from the Viavi testing devices they are named after. Viavi plans to launch add

NAMIBIA 12:02

Telecom Namibia expects to finish key phases of network modernisation by June 2027

Telecom Namibia has apologized for recent service disruptions, slower network speeds and fixed and mobile connectivity issues but said it is accelerating network upgrades to enhance customer experience. The completion of key phases of its national network modernisation programme in June 2027 will result in significant improvement in resilience and reliability. Infrastructure theft and vandalism remain the primary drivers of service interruptions, with over 80 major incidents recorded nationwide between Febr

NETHERLANDS 11:48

Your.Cloud acquires Danthas ICT

Your.Cloud has announced the acquisition of Dutch IT provider Danthas ICT, strengthening its position in primary healthcare IT. Danthas will continue to operate under its own name and keep its existing team of over 20 IT professionals after the acquisition. Financial terms were not disclosed.

NORTH AMERICA 11:39

SuperX enhances AI inference cloud with North American hub in Colorado

Singapore-based SuperX AI Technology, an AI infrastructure specialist focused on GPU-driven workloads, has marked the launch of its first US-based cloud hub specifically built for AI inference workloads in Denver, Colorado. While strategically located in Denver, the data centre strengthens SuperX's AI service offering in several major North American markets and delivers a key boost for its international growth strategy.

CHILE 11:38

Chile introduces 702 prefix to identify govt calls and curb fraud

Chile's telecommunications regulator Subtel has introduced a new 702 telephone prefix to identify calls made by state institutions, with the stated aim of improving transparency and security amid rising reports of fraud and identity theft. The watchdog said the measure will help citizens distinguish legitimate government communications from potential scam calls.

MIDDLE EAST 11:37

Talabat delivery app offers year's free TOD by BeIN service with annual Talabat Pro subscription

Middle East's delivery app Talabat has announced a strategic partnership with TOD by BeIN, the exclusive MENA streaming platform for the FIFA World Cup 2026. From 04 June, Talabat Pro annual subscribers get a year's free entertainment that includes live streaming of the FIFA World Cup men's football competition alongside year-round Talabat benefits. Talabat Pro offers customers greater convenience and value for food, groceries and everyday essentials, with free delivery, exclusive savings and additional per

NETHERLANDS 11:31

NPO Plus subscriber base grows to 932,000 in 2025

NPO Plus grew to 932,000 subscribers in 2025, according to the NPO annual report, with subscription numbers rising by 5.7 percent compared with 2024. The report also showed that revenue increased by 9.3 percent to EUR 29.6 million, while monthly average ARPU was EUR 2.72, down EUR 0.01 year on year.

SPAIN 11:29

G42 and Banco Santander form artificial intelligence partnership

UAE-based IT group G42 and Spain-based Banco Santander have signed an MoU to establish a framework for strategic cooperation in artificial intelligence. It sets out a structure for the parties to evaluate and develop joint initiatives in various workstreams, including AI-enabled advisory and savings products for banking customers, and a banking intelligence layer spanning Santander's global operation.

KENYA 11:23

Joint Global Data Festival and Kenya Space Expo & Conference takes place in Nairobi

The Joint Global Data Festival and Kenya Space Expo & Conference (KSEC) is being held in Nairobi from 02 to 05 June to showcase Kenya's advancements in data infrastructure, artificial intelligence and space technology. It has attracted over 1,000 delegates from more than 60 countries. Speaking at the event, Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) director general Macdonald Obudho said quality data remains central to inclusive economic development and effective policymaking.

NETHERLANDS 11:11

Amsterdam awards KPN cloud contract to strengthen digital autonomy

Amsterdam has awarded a five-year Hosting and Technical Application Management contract to KPN in an effort to strengthen the municipality's digital autonomy and reduce reliance on international technology providers. The move follows a competitive tender process focused on critical municipal IT services.

UNITED KINGDOM 11:10

Winners of UK Fibre Awards 2026 announced

The Winners of the UK Fibre Awards 2026 have been announced, with Quickline Communications taking home the award for Best Rural Fibre Broadband (with GoFibre in 2nd place). Cambridge Fibre Networks was named Best Urban Fibre Provider (with MS3 Networks in 2nd). AllPoints took the award for Best Wholesale Platform, with Zen Internet coming second. 

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