Dutch Consumer Multiplay Market 2026-Q1
NETHERLANDS 14:41

Dutch Consumer Multiplay Market 2026-Q1

The report provides a comprehensive overview and insight into the Dutch consumer multi-play market in the first quarter of 2026, and compares the findings with results from previous quarters. We analyse the Dutch telecoms markets from a bundling perspective. We report on the number of 1P, 2P, 3P and 4P subscribers, based on both company reports and our own calculations and estimates.

Vodafone Spain to boost 5G coverage for vacation season
SPAIN 14:32

Vodafone Spain to boost 5G coverage for vacation season

Vodafone Spain announced plans to reinforce its 5G network ahead of the summer vacation season. The company said data coverage will be increased at 700 inland sites and 3,200 coastal locations, serving more than 1,500 beaches.

Polish data centre investment reaches PLN 5 bln in 2019 to 2025
POLAND 14:31

Polish data centre investment reaches PLN 5 bln in 2019 to 2025

Investments in data centres totaled around PLN 5 billion in Poland in 2019 to 2025, according to a study from the company PMR.  The current data centre market is powered by AI-ready projects. A typical time for construction of a data centre varies from 18 months to three years in the country, the study found. 

Brazil works with online marketplaces to stop unapproved mini phones
BRAZIL 14:29

Brazil works with online marketplaces to stop unapproved mini phones

Brazil's telecommunications agency Anatel and major marketplaces like Amazon, Shopee and Mercado Livre have agreed to a "zero tolerance" policy against the sale of unapproved "mini" cell phones. These devices are often used to bypass prison surveillance and pose safety risks due to uncertified radiation levels and hazardous batteries. Anatel also plans to introduce a compliance ranking for marketplaces, starting with mobile phones, to inform consumers and encourage safer purchasing.

Orange Poland offers summer data promo on Flex
SLOVAKIA 14:27

Orange Poland offers summer data promo on Flex

Orange Poland introduced a promotion to Orange Flex customers, proving the mobile internet service UNLMTD free for two months. The service provides unlimited data at maximum speed within the country. Customers porting a number to the Flex services get any tariff from Orange Flex free for three months, as well as a 10GB data traffic bundle when roaming in the EU.

Aira details Moonshot Catalyst project on agentic conflict management
GLOBAL 14:17

Aira details Moonshot Catalyst project on agentic conflict management

Aira Technologies revealed it served as the technical lead on a TM Forum Moonshot Catalyst project aimed at catalysing conflict management in intent-driven telecoms workloads. The second-phase project is also supported by partners Amazon Web Services, Ericsson, and Red Hat, and proponents Axiata, Etisalat, LG U+, Rogers, STC, T-Mobile, Telenor, Telstra and Vodafone. The partnership secured the Attendees' Choice nomination for its ability to drive progress towards Level 4 autonomous networks.

Mobiuz launches fibre broadband test in Andijan
UZBEKISTAN 14:16

Mobiuz launches fibre broadband test in Andijan

Uzbekistan operator Mobiuz is testing fixed broadband services over a fibre network in the city of Andijan. Customers will be able to access services at no extra cost during the testing period, which runs until year-end. They just need to pay a monthly subscription to the Orzu 150 tariff, totaling UZS 150,000. 

NPO ends kids app Zapp
NETHERLANDS 14:14

NPO ends kids app Zapp

Dutch public broadcaster NPO is withdrawing its NPO Zapp app designed for children aged 6-12. Instead there is a child profile option available on its main NPO Start platform, where viewers can find suitable programmes for kids. It's also adding its first vertical videos to the app, starting with highlights from the World Cup in 'Zappsport Live'. This is expected to help it reach more viewers on mobile devices and social media channels. 

R demonstrates rural connectivity options across Galicia region
SPAIN 14:08

R demonstrates rural connectivity options across Galicia region

Spanish regional operator R (MasOrange) announced the completion of a promotional campaign across the northwestern Spanish region of Galicia aimed at raising awareness of rural connectivity options. The company's Technology Caravan demonstrated possibilities for improving coverage, including fixed wireless over 5G and femtocells.

Astel to work with Advantech on IIoT initiatives in Kazakhstan
KAZAKHSTAN 14:07

Astel to work with Advantech on IIoT initiatives in Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan operator Astel, a subsidiary of Freedom Cloud Holding, and Advantech have signed a strategic Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) to advance Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) initiatives in Kazakhstan. The memorandum was signed in Taipei during the Advantech World Partner Conference and the Computex 2026 technology exhibition. The partnership is aimed at deploying solutions in IIoT, industrial automation, edge analytics, and embedded computing systems across Kazakhstan's key economic sectors, inclu

Azerbaijan submits candidacy for ITU Council and Radio Regulations Board
AZERBAIJAN 14:06

Azerbaijan submits candidacy for ITU Council and Radio Regulations Board

Azerbaijan has submitted its candidacy for membership in the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Council for the 2027–2030 term, while also nominating a representative for the Radio Regulations Board, according to the Ministry of Digital Development and Transport.

Bite Lithuania acquires 2,100 MHz band spectrum
LITHUANIA 14:04

Bite Lithuania acquires 2,100 MHz band spectrum

Bite Lithuania has acquired a block in the 2,100 MHz band during the auction carried out by the national telecommunications regulator RRT. The operator said it paid EUR 2 million for the spectrum resource. Around 80 percent of towers at Bite support this band.

SLOVAKIA 14:03

Radost refreshes branding

Slovak mobile provider Radost, a subsidiary of O2 Slovakia, has refreshed its brand in cooperation with the brand studio Echts. According to the company, the brand retains its playfulness, but at the same time has acquired a more mature and clear appearance. The redesign brings a new visual language, its own font, adjusted colours, a website redesign and a more unified communication style. It is based on the principle of "fresh simplicity". This principle has been is reflected in the website and app as well

BELARUS 14:02

Life Belarus expands 5G roaming to 25 countries

Life Belarus has expanded a list of countries, which its 5G roaming services are available in, to 25 countries globalwide. The operator launched its 5G roaming servides earlier this May, the services became available in Poland, Spain and Russia at the initial stage.

SLOVAKIA 14:00

Slovak Telekom to disconnect 2G network by January 2029

Slovak Telekom plans to disconnect its 2G network by January 2029, reports Zive.sk citing Carlos Fernandes, the CTO at Slovak Telekom and T-Mobile Czechia. The released radio frequencies will be allocated to 5G services.

SLOVAKIA 14:00

O2 Slovakia upgrades Disney Channel to HD

The service O2 TV from the operator O2 Slovakia has switched the Disney Channel to the HD standard. The channel also becomes advertising-free. The channel is available under the Pohodova pay-TV package, costing EUR 14 monthly.

BRAZIL 13:59

Brazil index shows connectivity improving in 83% of municipalities in 2025

The Brazilian Connectivity Index (IBC) rose from 52.4 to 55.3 points in 2025, with 82.8 percent of municipalities showing progress in internet access, according to market regulator Anatel. The expansion was largely driven by mobile coverage, which improved in over 92 percent of towns. Every region advanced, led by the Central-West (+3.87 points). While the South and Southeast remain the most connected, recent investments are successfully reaching previously underserved areas. Higher-income areas and tourist

ASIA 13:56

Infobip and Digitas Mideast to work on customer engagement for global brands

Infobip has partnered with Digitas Middle East, Publicis Groupe's marketing transformation arm, to enhance AI-driven customer engagement for global brands. The partnership will establish a joint service practice centred around Infobip's AgentOS platform. This initiative will combine Infobip's enterprise communication infrastructure with Publicis Groupe's extensive expertise in data, AI, customer experience strategy, and media transformation. The rollout begins in the MENA and APAC regions, supported by a gl

UKRAINE 13:54

Kyivstar signs MoU with Ukraine govt to work on AI infrastructure

Ukrainian operator Kyivstar signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine to explore the establishment of a sovereign, AI-ready data centre in Ukraine. Kyivstar's parent company Veon is expected to support implementation through its financial backing and global expertise.

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 13:34

UAE Cybersecurity Council's start-up accelerator receives backing from AWS, CrowdStrike and E&

The UAE Cybersecurity Council, in partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS), CrowdStrike and E&, has concluded the first cohort of its government-backed cybersecurity start-up accelerator programme. The six-week scheme picked 23 start-ups from 157 applications in more than five countries. The AWS/CTIB Cybersecurity Startup Accelerator Programme aims to develop over 500 cybersecurity start-ups. The selected ones focus on cloud security, application security, identity management, generative AI and data secur

NIGERIA 13:30

Airtel Africa Foundation launches green schools programme for sustainability education in Nigeria

The Airtel Africa Foundation, through Airtel Nigeria, has launched the "Airtel Green Schools" initiative to establish environmental learning spaces in primary and secondary schools. "Airtel Gardens" were launched to commemorate World Environment Day 2026. Airtel Nigeria has onboarded its ten adopted schools, spanning nine states across the country's six geopolitical zones, to pilot the green curriculum and infrastructure.

LIBERIA 13:28

LTA and Liberian youth ministry launch 15 digital skills hubs

The Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) and the Ministry of Youth & Sports have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to establish fifteen youth digital skills hubs across the country. The LTA will equip each hub with computers, printers, Starlink broadband hardware and a fully sponsored one-year internet subscription. The regulator will completely fund a three-month digital skills training programme, too, which is projected to benefit approximately 750 young people across the country. The hubs

SOUTH AFRICA 13:25

MTN South Africa runs 'Help Children Be Children' online safety campaign

MTN South Africa has launched its 'Help Children Be Children' online safety programme at Immaculata Secondary School in Diepkloof, Soweto. It runs in partnership with Moxii Africa and the Web Rangers Programme to enable pupils to become digital ambassadors through a peer-led model. The scheme builds awareness, fosters responsible behaviour, and cultivates resilience in schools and local communities to help the next generation navigate the digital world safely and confidently.

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 13:21

Huawei and Ras Al Khaimah Tourism agree marketing deal with focus on Chinese travellers

Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) and UAE's Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at the Huawei developer conference (HDC) 2026. It builds on collaboration since 2024 and aims to enhance Ras Al Khaimah's global visibility through Huawei's digital ecosystem. It focuses on outreach to Chinese outbound travellers through data-driven and personalised marketing strategies using Huawei's advertising tools and consumer insights.

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