DStelecom extends fibre reach in Reguengos de Monsaraz
PORTUGAL 08:37

DStelecom extends fibre reach in Reguengos de Monsaraz

Portuguese network operator DStelecom has expanded its fibre-optic network in Reguengos de Monsaraz, a municipality where it has been operating since 2015. This expansion now provides high-speed, stable internet access to over 4,700 homes in the areas of Corval and Reguengos de Monsaraz. Utilizing a multi-operator network model, residents can choose from various national telecommunications providers on the network.

EE promotes Safer SIMs offering with new Toy Story 5-inspired campaign
UNITED KINGDOM 08:33

EE promotes Safer SIMs offering with new Toy Story 5-inspired campaign

BT Group's mobile network EE is launching a cinema activation inspired by the new Disney/Pixar film 'Toy Story 5'. Developed in partnership with Digital Cinema Media (DCM) and WPP Media, the campaign launches nationwide on 19 June to help families discuss online safety. It includes a co-created 30-second film with the Toy Story characters helping a family about tech, safety and growing up in a connected world.

Italy's Open Fiber tops 20 mln residential units
ITALY 08:32

Italy's Open Fiber tops 20 mln residential units

Italy's wholesale broadband operator Open Fiber said it has connected 20.2 million homes to its ultra-broadband network, according to its 2025 Sustainability Report, describing it as a key milestone in the country's fibre rollout. The company, owned by state lender CDP (60%) and Macquarie Asset Management (40%), said the figure includes both fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) and fixed wireless access (FWA) coverage.

Nokia intros Gemini-based assurance agents to accelerate fault resolutions
GLOBAL 08:31

Nokia intros Gemini-based assurance agents to accelerate fault resolutions

Nokia and Google Cloud are collaborating to bring Gemini-built AI agents to telecoms use cases, with a focus on automating network IT and resolving system bottlenecks. Six specialised agents powered by Gemini multi-mode AI technology will roll out in the Nokia Assurance Center, a service assurance platform for telecoms, neutral hosts and enterprise networks. The partnership deploys agents to accelerate processing of telecoms-grade assurance data, allowing operators to identify and respond to critical networ

O2 Czechia launches summer accessories sale
CZECH REPUBLIC 08:29

O2 Czechia launches summer accessories sale

O2 Czech Republic introduced a seasonal promotion of accessories on the My O2 application. Valid until 31 August, the promotion applies to headphones, speakers, power banks and projectors from the O2, JBL, Anker and Dangbei brands. Customers can get discounts of up to CZK 3,000 on selected accessories.

Over 500 pupils participate in Samsung Innovation Campus in Russia, Armenia
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 08:28

Over 500 pupils participate in Samsung Innovation Campus in Russia, Armenia

Mor than 500 Russian, Belarusian and Armenian pupils have participated in the training programme Samsung Innovation Campus (IT School) during the 2025/2026 school year. The training was carried out in 20 cities in Russia and Armenia, as well as online. Participants focused on the development of mobile applications and mobile games.

Vodafone Portugal unveils new business solutions at Open Day
PORTUGAL 08:28

Vodafone Portugal unveils new business solutions at Open Day

Vodafone Portugal unveiled three new business services at its second 'Open Day'. SOS Connect Backpack is a portable communication system for emergencies, providing mobile connectivity even during network or power outages via satellite and a mini mobile antenna. Care Tracker Health is an enhanced remote health monitoring platform that integrates certified medical devices to measure clinical parameters, designed for chronic disease management and active ageing. Vodafone Business Secure Service Edge (SSE) is a

Anatel unifies fixed-line local areas across Sao Paulo
BRAZIL 08:26

Anatel unifies fixed-line local areas across Sao Paulo

Brazilian regulator Anatel has completed the unification of fixed-line local areas across the state of Sao Paulo. This change means that all municipalities within the same DDD (national dialling codes 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, and 19) will now be considered a single local calling area, eliminating tariff distinctions based on municipal boundaries. This adjustment brings fixed telephony in line with the existing mobile telephony model.

Talkpool signs EUR 10 mln deal with German operator
GERMANY 08:24

Talkpool signs EUR 10 mln deal with German operator

Talkpool has signed a two-year agreement worth EUR 10 million with an unnamed leading operator in Germany for planning and documentation of mainly fibre-optic networks across Germany. Through the new contract Talkpool expands its footprint to cover all German regions. Talkpool said it intends to continue its growth trajectory on the German market in fibre-optic services.

Chad appoints Cherif as director-general of Arcep
CHAD 08:23

Chad appoints Cherif as director-general of Arcep

Chad has appointed Moussa Souleymane Cherif as director general of the Regulatory Authority for Electronic Communications and Postal Services (Arcep). The appointment, announced through a presidential decree, fills the vacancy left by Haliki Choua Mahamat, who led Arcep from December 2024 until 01 April, when he was named ICT minister. 

R&S merges Lancom and cybersecurity business to form Rohde & Schwarz Networks and Cybersecurity
EUROPE 08:21

R&S merges Lancom and cybersecurity business to form Rohde & Schwarz Networks and Cybersecurity

Rohde & Schwarz has completed the merger of its subsidiary Lancom Systems with its network security business to form the new company Rohde & Schwarz Networks and Cybersecurity. The new company will start operating from 01 July, employing around 550 people, including just under 100 from R&S Cybersecurity and 450 from Lancom, across six German locations. The current managing directors of Lancom Systems, Constantin von Reden and Robert Mallinson will continue to lead the merged company, and Lancom founder and

Italy's Bending Spoons targeting up to USD 1.6 bln in US IPO - report
GLOBAL 08:12

Italy's Bending Spoons targeting up to USD 1.6 bln in US IPO - report

Italian technology company Bending Spoons is aiming to tap investor demand for software companies by raising up to USD 1.62 billion in a US initial public offering, according to two unnamed sources cited by Reuters. The Milan-based firm plans to market about 58 million shares at USD 26 to USD 28, said the sources ahead of a confidential filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, adding that 60 percent of the shares will be sold by the company, with the rest offered by existing investors.

GREECE 07:57

Fibritel joins GR-IX ecosystem

Greek internet exchange GR-IX has added Fibritel as its newest member. By integrating Fibritel into the platform, the exchange aims to upgrade regional connectivity, and reduce data latency. Operating as a neutral and independent hub, GR-IX seeks to facilitate IP traffic exchange and accelerate overall internet growth in Greece. The exchange connects the nation's largest internet service providers, content delivery networks, and cloud platforms.

JORDAN 07:51

Orange Jordan wins contract to digitise 2026 national census

Orange Jordan and the Jordan Department of Statistics (DoS) signed a cooperation agreement to build the software and digital infrastructure for the 2026 General Population and Housing Census. This public-private partnership aims to maximize the efficiency, speed, and accuracy of the national data collection project. Under the agreement, Orange Jordan will deliver end-to-end technological infrastructure for every stage of the census.

NETHERLANDS 07:49

Dutch govt eyes EUR 23 mln in savings from consolidating domain contracts

The Dutch government could save around EUR 23 million per year by unifying its contracts for domain names, according to a brief from the interior ministry sent to parliament. The analysis looked at websites running the .gov.nl and .overheid.nl web extensions used for public websites and emails. Consolidating contracts and websites could reduce the total cost of managing the extensions to around EUR 24 million, compared to the current budget of EUR 50 million.

AZERBAIJAN 07:45

Nar offers e-signature service Asan Imza on eSIMs

Azerbaijan operator Azerfon, trading under the Nar brand, announced that its subscribers can use the Asan Imza digital signature service via eSIM technology. This enables users to switch from a physical SIM card to the eSIM format or use a mobile digital signature supporting more than 2,500 electronic services.

PORTUGAL 07:44

Altice Labs pioneers AI-native telecom operations with NOSSIS One upgrade

Altice Labs is advancing telecom operations with the integration of AI agents into its NOSSIS One suite, aiming for "AI-native" and autonomous systems. Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers for NOSSIS One expose specific NOSSIS One capabilities as standardised tools, built on TM Forum Open APIs. This allows AI agents, copilots, and intelligent assistants to easily access operational context, retrieve data, and perform actions across assurance, fulfilment, and inventory functions.

SPAIN 07:44

Telefonica set to double infrastructure leasing revenues - report

Spain's communications watchdog CNMC has begun the process to eliminate the so-called MARCo offer, which regulates the price that alternative operators have to pay to access Telefonica's physical infrastructure, as part of the full deregulation of the country's wholesale fixed broadband access markets, reports business daily Expansion. The MARCo offer is being replaced with a document outlining the former incumbent's voluntary commitments for the next five years that includes a 17 percent annual price incre

CHINA 07:42

China Mobile appoints Yangfan as CEO

China Mobile has appointed Chen Yangfan as its CEO. He will also serve as an executive director of the company and a member of the Sustainability Committee, effective immediately. Yangfan currently serves as president of China Mobile Communications Group, the ultimate controlling shareholder of China Mobile.

AUSTRALIA 07:38

Kaspersky expands Australian distribution through Liva Telecom partnership

Kaspersky has signed a distribution agreement with Australian broadband provider Liva Telecom that will see the cybersecurity vendor's consumer security products bundled with selected residential and business connectivity plans. Under the arrangement, Liva Telecom customers on eligible plans will receive Kaspersky Plus as part of their subscription, while Kaspersky Premium will be available as an optional upgrade. The companies said the rollout is scheduled to begin during June 2026.

SLOVENIA 07:37

A1 Slovenia launches multiSIM for iOS

A1 Slovenia has launched its multiSIM service for iOS users, enabling full connectivity on Apple Watch Cellular devices. This means users can now make calls, send messages, and access the internet directly from their Apple Watch, even if their iPhone is not nearby.The A1 multiSIM service allows individuals to stay connected while engaging in activities like sports, work, or errands without the distraction of carrying their phone. It connects a single phone number to up to two additional devices, synchronisi

GLOBAL 07:30

Anthropic agrees supply deal, investment from Micron Technology

Micron Technology announced a strategic agreement with Anthropic that spans memory and storage AI architecture design, supply and demand, enterprise adoption of Claude across Micron and a strategic investment in Anthropic's Series H funding round. The agreement directly links the demands of frontier AI models to how infrastructure is designed, supplied, and deployed at scale, Micron said in a statement. 

HONG KONG 07:28

HTHK launches AI product suite with Inmo GO3 Smart Glasses, AI Travel Planner service

Hutchison Telecommunications (Hong Kong) (HTHK) has introduced a suite of AI-based products and services. Spanning multiple use cases, the offerings are available for both consumer and enterprise customers. 3 Hong Kong and 3Supreme have launched the Inmo GO3 AI glasses, the international retail version powered by Gemini and ChatGPT language models.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 07:27

Anthropic opens Seoul office, expands partnerships across South Korea

Anthropic has opened a new office in Seoul and announced a series of partnerships with South Korean enterprises, startups, research institutions and government organisations as it expands its presence in the country. The company also signed an MoU with South Korea's ministry of science and ICT covering AI safety and cybersecurity cooperation. The agreement includes collaboration with the Korea AI Safety Institute on evaluating AI model safety in the Korean language and the exchange of information relating t

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