German govt announces new CyberGovSecure programme
GERMANY 14:46

German govt announces new CyberGovSecure programme

Germany's federal government has announced new 'CyberGovSecure' programme to help boost government cybersecurity. This will provide a more streamlined, transparent approach at the federal level to combat and respond to targeted espionage, ransomware attacks and coordinated DDoS attacks on government systems.

A1 launches consumer services on BBOO regional fibre network
AUSTRIA 14:33

A1 launches consumer services on BBOO regional fibre network

A1 Telekom Austria is expanding a partnership with BBOO Breitband Oberosterreich to launch services for private customers using the regional fibre network. This will make A1 internet and digital services available to all households in BBOO expansion areas across around 300 municipalities in Upper Austria. Households can access fibre broadband services with speeds up to 1 Gbps, with introductory rates from EUR 42.90 per month. 

MTN Nigeria opens Season 2 applications for Afrobeats talent competition
NIGERIA 14:29

MTN Nigeria opens Season 2 applications for Afrobeats talent competition

MTN Nigeria opened entries for the second season of its reality TV show and music competition, Next Afrobeats Star (NAS), featuring an expanded prize package and broader opportunities for emerging Nigerian musicians. Produced in partnership with Ultima Studios and ONErpm, the show builds on its inaugural season, which focused on discovering raw talent and providing participants with the resources needed to launch careers.

Rogers 5G+ network carries 510 TB data during World Cup games
CANADA 14:27

Rogers 5G+ network carries 510 TB data during World Cup games

Rogers Communications said its 5G+ network carried 510 TB of mobile data traffic during FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in Toronto and Vancouver, covering the stadiums and surrounding areas including fan zones and watch parties. This is equal to uploading 102 million photos. Ahead of the tournament, Rogers invested CAD 27 million to upgrade its network in Toronto and Vancouver. 

Starlink launches in Seychelles
SEYCHELLES 14:22

Starlink launches in Seychelles

Starlink has soft-launched in Seychelles, offering local homes and businesses high-speed satellite internet, according to the presidency. At a joint briefing, Vice-President Sebastien Pillay and the Seychelles Communications Regulatory Authority (SCRA) outlined the regulatory framework for the service and its role alongside existing telecom providers. Calling the launch a key step in the country's digital transformation, Pillay reaffirmed the government's push for fair competition, affordability, and widesp

Telxius launches new PoP in Dominican Republic
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC 14:21

Telxius launches new PoP in Dominican Republic

Telefonica-owned wholesale fibre operator Telxius announced the launch of a new point of presence (PoP) at the NAP Caribe data centre in Santo Domingo. The company said that combined with its submarine landing point at Punta Cana, the new facility reinforces the developement of the Dominican Republic as a regional connectivity hub.

Rogers adds 17,000 broadband, 40,000 mobile subscribers in Q2
CANADA 14:20

Rogers adds 17,000 broadband, 40,000 mobile subscribers in Q2

Rogers Communications has reported total service revenue of CAD 5.1 billion for the second quarter of 2026, up 8 percent from CAD 4.67 billion a year earlier; with adjusted EBITDA up 3 percent to CAD 2.4 billion. Total revenue reached CAD 5.61 billion, up 8 percent from CAD 5.22 billion in Q2 2025. Free cash flow was up 6 percent to CAD 1 billion.

Vodafone Portugal to launch D2D satellite mobile coverage by 2027
PORTUGAL 14:10

Vodafone Portugal to launch D2D satellite mobile coverage by 2027

Vodafone Portugal confirmed it has partnered with Satellite Connect Europe, a joint venture between Vodafone Group and AST SpaceMobile, to become the country's first operator to offer satellite-based mobile connectivity. Planned for launch by the end of 2027, the Direct-to-Device (D2D) service will connect standard 4G/5G smartphones directly to low Earth orbit satellites, ensuring seamless calls, text messages, and broadband data without requiring special hardware or antennas. Subject to regulatory approval

TrueOnline deploys 1 Gbps FTTR internet, AI-based smart home services at Britania properties
THAILAND 14:09

TrueOnline deploys 1 Gbps FTTR internet, AI-based smart home services at Britania properties

True, via its TrueOnline unit, has partnered with Thai real estate developer Britania to launch a nationwide AI-powered smart living ecosystem. True says this collaboration integrates the TrueOnline Home Next platform into Britania residential developments, transforming houses into intuitive, high-tech environments.

Samsung upgrades premium smartwatch with AI insights, ultra-bright display
GLOBAL 14:06

Samsung upgrades premium smartwatch with AI insights, ultra-bright display

Samsung has updated its smartwatch range, unveiling the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 at an event in London. The watches come with an increased focus on AI-driven health functions, along with bigger batteries, brighter displays and increased processing power. Available from 07 August, the 47mm Watch Ultra is available in silver or grey metallic finishes starting at USD 700, while the Watch starts at USD 380 for the Bluetooth model and USD 430 with LTE connectivity, in 40 or 44mm versions. 

Dutch Mobile Virtual Operators 2026-Q1
NETHERLANDS 14:06

Dutch Mobile Virtual Operators 2026-Q1

Our MVNO Report provides in-depth analysis of the current state and future trends of the Dutch MVNO market. This Q1 2026 edition examines the dynamics of the virtual operator market in the Netherlands, covering both MVNOs and second brands of the three national operators, KPN, Vodafone and Odido. The report focuses on operational aspects, providing detailed data and analysis on subscriber numbers, mobile service revenues, market shares and related developments. It provides insight into the number of SIMs and revenues segmented by market, network, postpaid/prepaid and segment. The report provides a detailed examination of the various segments within the virtual operator market, including retail, community, fixed, ethnic, business and no-frills.

Bell network carries 250TB of mobile data during 13 World Cup games
CANADA 14:04

Bell network carries 250TB of mobile data during 13 World Cup games

Bell Canada said its network carried over 250 TB of mobile data during the 13 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches hosted in Canada. During the tournament, Bell carried an extra 80 TB of mobile data across official Fan Zones in Toronto and Vancouver, taking total mobile traffic to 330 TB. 

KENYA 14:01

Safaricom wins contract to supply fibre broadband for government affordable housing

Kenyan operator Safaricom will supply pre-connected fibre internet to government affordable housing projects nationwide, starting with all 14,000 units at the Mukuru development in Nairobi, Business Daily reported. The service will offer Wi-Fi Bamba, a tokenised broadband package priced at KES 800 that delivers speeds of up to 15 Mbps for up to three devices.The plug-and-play cabling significantly cuts installation time and costs compared with conventional fibre set-ups, targeting households with flexible i

EUROPE 13:57

Titan OS adds nine Stingray premium channels in Europe

Titan OS, Spain-based technology, entertainment and advertising group, has signed an agreement with connecting streaming media company Stingray to launch nine new premium channels. This will extend the entertainment and music offering of Titan OS across key markets in Europe - covering Central, Southern, Northern Western and Easter Europe. The Stingray channels are available with immediate effect on Sharp, JVC, AOC and Philips devices running Titan OS, and on selected Sony Android devices with Titan Channel

SPAIN 13:50

Titan OS agrees FAST channels deal with Stingray

Barcelona-based Titan OS announced an agreement with streaming media group Stingray to launch nine channels on its devices across Europe. The channels, mostly music-centred, are available on Philips, AOC, JVC and Sharp devices running the Titan OS operating system, as well as on certain Sony Android TV units.

UNITED STATES 13:48

AT&T results rise in Q2 after Quantum Fiber takeover, solid subscriber growth

AT&T has reported revenue of USD 31.6 billion for Q2 2026, up 2.3 percent from USD 30.8 billion in the year-earlier quarter; with operating income of USD 7 billion and adjusted operating income of USD 7.5 billion. Income from continuing operations was up 3.6 percent year-on-year to USD 5 billion, with adjusted EBITDA up 5.2 percent from Q2 2025 to USD 12.3 billion.

GLOBAL 13:31

Samsung updates Galaxy Z foldable range with third model, higher prices

Samsung has unveiled its latest generation of foldable smartphones at an event in London. The latest Galaxy Z range comes with a new form factor, the passport-sized Galaxy Fold8. This takes the mid-range spot, while the Galaxy Fold8 Ultra is the new name for the premium book-size foldable, and the range is completed with the Galaxy Z Flip8 compact flip phone. Pre-orders are open, and the new phones will be in shops from 07 August in most major markets. 

GLOBAL 13:30

Iridium revenue up 4 percent to USD 225 million in Q2

Iridium Communications, global satellite communications company, has reported revenue of USD 225.2 million for the second quarter of 2026, up 4 percent from a year earlier. Service revenue, mainly recurring revenue from subscribers, was up 4 percent from Q2 2025 to account for 72 percent of total quarterly revenue. Iridium ended Q2 2026 with 2.63 million total billable subscribers, up from 2.55 million at end-Q1 2026 and 2.48 million a year earlier. Total billable subscribers increased by 6 percent year-on-

SPAIN 13:29

Vodafone Spain selling properties and used furniture to raise money from obsolete assets

Vodafone has announced the sale of fifteen properties across Spain and the launch of a new platform to monetise its real estate portfolio. The company will also sell off unwanted assets such as office furniture and rent out space to other companies in its five regional headquarters.

SPAIN 13:27

Telefonica to air South American football on Movistar Plus

Telefonica has announced the arrival of a range of South American football content on its Movistar Plus TV service. The company will screen live games from the top-flight Brazilian Brasileirao league, the Argentine League, and the Copa Sudamericana and Copa Libertadores competitions.

OMAN 13:18

Ooredoo Oman and Huawei deploy indoor 5G at Salalah Hospital

Ooredoo Oman has deployed an advanced indoor 5G network at Salalah Hospital to deliver faster, more reliable connectivity throughout the facility, powered by Huawei's commercial 3 TDD-band integrated LampSite product. The high-speed network creates a robust foundation for innovations such as including telemedicine, connected medical devices and real-time digital care.

UNITED KINGDOM 13:12

Egg Power acquires North Yorkshire solar farm

Egg Power, clean energy subsidiary of Liberty Global, has signed an agreement with PS Reneweables for the project rights to the Pilmoor Solar Farm in Yorkshire. The 72MW solar farm will generate sufficient electricity to power homes, and is expected to go live in Q4 2027. The solar farm will support around 150 jobs during the construction phase, and generate estimated economic output of GBP 1.7 million for the North Yorkshire region during the build phase. 

JORDAN 13:11

Orange Jordan runs 2026 Summer Challenge

Jordan's Orange Digital Center (ODC) has begun the Orange Summer Challenge 2026. This is the fifth edition of the scheme, which brings together college students, recent graduates, start-ups and innovators in multi-disciplinary teams to transform creative ideas into high-impact, real-world solutions. Guided by ODC experts, company employees and international partners, participants will develop and test smart products tailored to Orange services such as Orange Money, Orange Energy and Max It. The scheme offer

UNITED STATES 13:03

Wistron and Nvidia celebrate opening of Texas AI superchip factory

Wistron has announced the grand opening of its D1 AI manufacturing base in Fort Worth, Texas after commencing its contract to supply Nvidia's GB300 Grace Blackwell Ultra Superchip. The 324,000 square-foot facility was formally initiated in an event led by Wistron chairman Simon Lin and Nvidia's founding CEO Jensen Huang. A USD 700 million investment to complete the fabrication plant has advanced Nvidia's bid to onshore the entire supply chain for its AI and supercomputing-grade products, aligning with a pus

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