Lancaster University support TechFirst Women's Programme
UNITED KINGDOM 15:40

Lancaster University support TechFirst Women's Programme

Lancaster University has joined the UK government's TechFirst Women's Programme to encourage 300 women into the technology industry. The scheme aims to help candidates into paid jobs in areas such as cyber security, AI, quantum technologies, semiconductors and advanced communications by March 2027.

FourNet acquires SVL Business Solutions
UNITED KINGDOM 15:33

FourNet acquires SVL Business Solutions

Manchester, UK-based FourNet, customer experience (CX) and AI transformation specialist, has announced the acquisition of Glasgow-based SVL Business Solutions, long-term partner specialising in contact centre and CX transformation. The merger adds 41 employees and strengthens FourNet's CX transformation capabilities, especially in financial services and other regulated sectors. 

Canadian govt invests CAD 15 million in Xona Space Systems
CANADA 15:25

Canadian govt invests CAD 15 million in Xona Space Systems

The Canadian government has announced a CAD 15 million investment in Xona Space Systems Canada, space technology company developing next-generation positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) technologies. The investment was made through the federal Strategic Response Fund, and will support the company's CAD 64.8 million project to create a missions operations and space systems development and manufacturing facility in Montreal, Quebec. 

MTS adds AI-powered call transcription to Optimus service
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 15:15

MTS adds AI-powered call transcription to Optimus service

Russian operator MTS said that it has expanded the functionality of its business service, MTS Optimus with an AI-powered voice recorder. The tool records meetings and voice notes, transcribes audio files, and generates concise summaries. Available to subscribers of any mobile carrier, the service offers 30 minutes of processing time per week at no cost. 

Harrelli Communications seeks code powers for new fibre network
UNITED KINGDOM 15:14

Harrelli Communications seeks code powers for new fibre network

UK regulator Ofcom is consulting on plans to apply electronic communications code powers to Harrelli Communications. The consultation closes on 23 November 2026. Harrelli is a specialist digital infrastructure construction and network services provider focused on wholesale fibre infrastructure and related services. It is seeking code powers to support deployment of an optical fibre network made up of passive infrastructure, active transmission systems, and secure data centre interconnection infrastructure.

RRT launches self-service model for number allocation
LITHUANIA 15:13

RRT launches self-service model for number allocation

Lithuanian telecom regulator RRT has developed a self-service model in its number management system for operators. Operators can now independently obtain new numbers or relinquish existing ones in just 5 minutes - a process that previously took 1-2 business days.

Vodacom Group calls for African-centric AI governance to reflect continental realities
AFRICA 15:10

Vodacom Group calls for African-centric AI governance to reflect continental realities

Vodacom Group has called for the urgent establishment of African-centric artificial intelligence (AI) governance frameworks tailored to the continent's unique socio-economic realities. The mobile operator released a policy paper developed jointly with African law firm Bowmans, titled 'Governing Artificial Intelligence in Africa: A Principles-based Framework for Responsible Regulation'. The paper acknowledges that international AI governance models offer valuable insights, but argues that African nations mus

Samsung agrees 5G support on smartphones in Russia
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 15:05

Samsung agrees 5G support on smartphones in Russia

Russian mobile operator T2, a subsidiary of the national operator Rostelecom, has enabled 5G network support for smartphones from Samsung. This feature will become available to users following a software update. The Galaxy A27 is the first model to receive this update, with support for T2's 5G network set to roll out to other current Samsung smartphone models as well.

BT plans live trial of AI-RAN on EE network in 2027
UNITED KINGDOM 14:59

BT plans live trial of AI-RAN on EE network in 2027

BT has partnered with Nokia and Nvidia to trial AI-RAN on the live EE mobile 5G+ network in Birmingham in 2027. The trial sites will help BT/EE examine how AI can be used to deliver more consistent connections and faster speeds, and respond more intelligently to changing customer demand. The trial will use Nokia 5G software on Nvidia's Aerial RAN Computer. Greg McCall, BT Group's Chief Security and Networks Officer, said it was continuing to invest in making the EE network smarter and most responsive, using

Zain Bahrain's OneCX signs MoU with Solidarity Bahrain
BAHRAIN 14:57

Zain Bahrain's OneCX signs MoU with Solidarity Bahrain

Zain Bahrain, through its dedicated customer experience portfolio OneCX, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with insurer Solidarity Bahrain to identify opportunities in customer experience, artificial intelligence (AI), digital channels, and advanced technology solutions. Under the partnership, the two organizations will explore initiatives across contact center solutions, AI and generative AI, omnichannel engagement, WhatsApp and digital messaging, voice AI, customer journey optimization, advanced

Liberia seeks telecom sector input on draft infrastructure regulations
LIBERIA 14:56

Liberia seeks telecom sector input on draft infrastructure regulations

The Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) organised a public consultation on proposed telecommunications infrastructure regulations. The event brought together mobile network operators (MNOs), internet service providers (ISPs), and key stakeholders to review the draft framework covering infrastructure deployment, sharing and decommissioning. The new rules were designed to encourage coordinated development, promote shared infrastructure and reduce costly duplication.

Bite Lithuania to change Sims for 100,000 subs
LITHUANIA 14:52

Bite Lithuania to change Sims for 100,000 subs

Bite Lithuania has started issuing at its shops new Sims that support mobile signatures. Around 100,000 of its subscribers will need to change their SIMs so they can use the national service based on the latest EU standards for electronic identification. Customers can obtain the new Sims only in person, at Bite shops.

JORDAN 14:49

Orange Money Jordan adds electronic Western Union remittances

Orange Money Jordan announced the launch of Western Union money transfer capabilities, making it the first e-wallet in Jordan to offer direct international Western Union money reception alongside outbound transfer services. Orange Money claims over 50 percent of active e-wallets in the country, and its customers can now tap into Western Union's global network to send and receive funds to and from more than 200 countries directly through the wallet application.

NIGERIA 14:46

NCC says 75 mln telecom subscribers compensated over poor service in 2026

Some 75 million telecom subscribers in Nigeria received airtime compensation from their providers for poor service quality in 2026, while nearly three million others received refunds for failed airtime and data transactions, The Sun reported citing the Nigerian Communications Commission. NCC executive vice chairman Aminu Maida reaffirmed the Commission's commitment to enforcing consumer rights and holding operators strictly accountable for network failures. He emphasized that while the compensation and refu

ESTONIA 14:43

Elisa Estonia posts stable EBITDA on slightly higher revenues in Q3

Revenues at Estonian operator Elisa totaled EUR 58 million in the third quarter of this year, up from EUR 55 million year-on-year. EBITDA amounted to EUR 21 million and was stable year-on-year. The EBITDA margin totaled 36 percent, down by 2 percentage points. Capital expenditure was EUR 5 million, down from EUR 6 million.

AFRICA 14:42

Cassava AI deploys Nvidia Nemotron

Cassava Technologies has expanded its AI factory capabilities with Nvidia Nemotron open models. As part of this expansion, Cassava is deploying Nvidia Nemotron models as a locally hosted, managed inference service delivered through the Cassava AI Multi-Model Exchange (CAIMEx). By offering open models via accessible APIs on Cassava's AI Factory, CAIMEx provides businesses with the flexibility to deploy the ideal mix of AI models for their specific workloads without the need to build and manage complex, custo

CANADA 14:40

Bell study shows customer loyalty linked to cyber security concerns

New research from Bell Canada shows that Canadians' concerns about cyber security are having a growing influence on what businesses they trust and what they expect from them. The report shows that over three quarters (77%) of Canadians have been personally targeted by a cyber attack in the last year; more than one third (38%) have avoided a business because of cyber security concerns; and over half (57%) would probably leave a business after a cyber breach involving their personal data.

UKRAINE 14:40

Kyivstar reaches over 96% of population covered by LTE

Ukrainian operator Kyivstar announced that its LTE network covers 96.2 percent of the country's population. In the first half of this year alone, the operator installed nearly 3,000 new base stations and upgraded over 5,000 existing ones. This year, LTE coverage have been extended to 128 settlements.

SPAIN 13:41

Iren to build 300 MW data centre campus in Spain

Australian AI infrastructure company Iren has set up Iren Europe and secured a civil works licence for a planned 300 MW AI data centre campus in Badajoz, Spain. The company confirmed the plans at Nvidia GTC Berlin and said initial operations for the Badajoz site are targeted for 2028, with grid power already secured.

GLOBAL 13:39

AmpliTech receives USD 1 mln follow-on amplifier order from satellite communications company

AmpliTech said it has received a USD 1.03 million follow-on purchase order for low-noise amplifiers from a Fortune 1000 satellite communications company, increasing its backlog to a record level above USD 52 million. The company expects to fulfil this backlog during the remainder of fiscal 2026 and fiscal 2027. The news follows the recent announcement of a USD 21.7 million order and highlights the continued contribution of our RF component business alongside AmpliTech's growing 5G operations.

GLOBAL 13:24

Atos revenue decline eases further in Q3

France-based ICT group Atos reported revenue of EUR 1.64 billion for the three months to September, down 2.4 percent year-on-year on an organic basis. This compares with declines of 5.8 percent and 11.0 percent in the second and first quarters respectively, confirming an improvement in the organic revenue trajectory from the low point reached in mid-2025. The group confirmed the financial guidance updated in July, when it narrowed the FY revenue growth forecast downwards (-5%, from -1% to -5% previously).

GLOBAL 13:23

Aviat adds software integration for satellite failover in critical operations

Aviat Networks announced an LEO satellite integration that adds failover in critical network operations powered by its microwave backhaul radios. The US vendor's Connectivity Assurance Software brings satellite access to an operator's wireless transport grid or roving vehicles, ensuring more dependable services during outages and in locations where terrestrial back-up links are not feasible. Use cases include coverage boosts for an operator's maintenance fleet as well as public safety scenarios and utilitie

UNITED STATES 13:16

Calix unveils GigaPro Ethernet switches for SmartMDU, enterprise footprints

Calix confirmed the launch of new managed Ethernet switches in its GigaPro line-up. The GPS8P, GPS24P, and GPS10TP switches are intended for managed ISP grids based on its SmartBiz and SmartMDU playbooks. The switches are expected to provide greater flexibility around port densities, power-over-Ethernet capability, and multi-gigabit services in a broader range of SmartBiz and MDU settings. All of the switches are managed through Calix's flagship AI-capable platform for managing broadband services, Calix One

GLOBAL 13:15

Ribbon brings out network-level Call Trust Deepfake Detection

Ribbon Communications has announced the launch of a network-based service called Ribbon Call Trust Deepfake Detection to protect customers from calls containing AI-generated synthetic audio. It enables service providers, enterprises and government agencies to reliably detect synthetic audio at scale as AI-generated threats proliferate. Customer laboratory trials of the service should begin in the first quarter of 2027.

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