Aira intros Naavik One platform enabling intent-grade telecoms AI with unified UX
GLOBAL 09:09

Aira intros Naavik One platform enabling intent-grade telecoms AI with unified UX

Aira Technologies is aiming to win commercial traction with the release of its Naavik One platform, marking the next evolution in its telecoms AI product roadmap. Naavik One is designed to achieve unified intent-driven network operations. It blends AppGen, Aira's existing GenAI tool for building telecoms software, with wider agentic and GenAI-driven intelligence for gathering operational insight. In effect, this should mean engineers can issue a single instruction in natural language to configure end-to-end

Telecall fined over missed 5G obligations in Colombia
COLOMBIA 09:05

Telecall fined over missed 5G obligations in Colombia

Colombia's Ministry of Information Technology and Communications (Mintic) has fined Brazilian company Telecall a total of COP 7.4 billion for failing to meet commitments tied to the country's 2023 5G spectrum auction. The sanction relates to Telecall's failure to make an initial payment exceeding COP 41.4 billion for spectrum rights and delays in submitting required financial guarantees.

Nigeria launches FreeTV with over 100 channels
NIGERIA 08:57

Nigeria launches FreeTV with over 100 channels

Nigeria has gone ahead with the launch of FreeTV, a subscription-free broadcasting platform providing digital television, sharper picture quality, and a diverse selection of local and international programming. A post on the presidency's official X account said that the platform directly supports national priorities such as digital inclusion, job creation, local enterprise development and technology-driven civic improvements. FreeTV is a cornerstone of Nigeria's Digital Switch-Over (DSO) programme and ensur

Ooredoo Maldives' mFaisaa launches PayPal integration for global US dollar payments
MALDIVES 08:50

Ooredoo Maldives' mFaisaa launches PayPal integration for global US dollar payments

Ooredoo Fintech has integrated PayPal with its digital wallet mFaisaa, enabling eligible Maldivian users to receive US dollar-denominated payments and transfer funds for local access. Local freelancers, entrepreneurs and small businesses can accept international US dollar payments, expand beyond local markets, and scale globally.

BBC confirms plans to cut 550 jobs, make savings of GBP 160 million
UNITED KINGDOM 08:44

BBC confirms plans to cut 550 jobs, make savings of GBP 160 million

The BBC has announced plans to cut 550 jobs across the News, Nations and Content divisions by start FY2027/28. These divisions will also reduce their commissioning spend by around GBP 80 million by end-2027/28. The plans will deliver cost savings of around GBP 25 million and the loss of around 200 roles for BBC News in the first phase. The new cuts will deliver savings of around GBP 160 million, part of a wider plan to reduce costs by GBP 500 million over the next three years. The BBC said it would outline

Thread Group, Broadband Forum to collaborate on managed internet and mesh IoT convergence
GLOBAL 08:38

Thread Group, Broadband Forum to collaborate on managed internet and mesh IoT convergence

The alliance responsible for the IoT wireless mesh networking protocol Thread has joined forces with Broadband Forum in a formal collaboration aimed at managed services in ISP smart home and IoT use cases. A liaison agreement aims to promote smoother interplays between Thread IoT networks and operator-managed premises equipment, raising the prospect of "fully managed services" backed by ISPs and electronics vendors.

O2 Satellite service support extended to Google Pixel smartphones
UNITED KINGDOM 08:31

O2 Satellite service support extended to Google Pixel smartphones

Virgin Media O2 is expanding support for the O2 Satellite service to Google Pixel smartphones. Launched earlier in 2026, the direct-to-device satellite service is included with Ultimate Plan subscriptions at no extra cost. Other pay-monthly customers can add O2 Satellite as a Bolt On for GBP 3 extra per month. The support for Google Pixel devices follows the launch of Apple compatibility in May. 

Telefonica debuts AI-powered B2B marketplace
SPAIN 08:29

Telefonica debuts AI-powered B2B marketplace

Telefonica has launched an AI-powered B2B marketplace to help companies and public sector bodies easily manage the selection and procurement of the latest technology equipment. The platform is designed to address challenges such as supply chain instability and the rapid pace of device innovation driven by the adoption of AI technologies.

Zambian government launches national spatial data infrastructure policy
ZAMBIA 08:20

Zambian government launches national spatial data infrastructure policy

The government has launched the National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) Policy to coordinate the management and sharing of geospatial information, The Times of Zambia reported. Secretary to the cabinet Patrick Kangwa said this milestone in Zambia's digital transformation marks a shift towards "smarter" governance based on citizens' needs. He said fragmented and inaccessible geospatial data in government institutions had undermined effective planning, delayed decision-making and led to duplication of eff

Quantum communication field lab opens in port of Rotterdam
NETHERLANDS 08:13

Quantum communication field lab opens in port of Rotterdam

The Quantum Communication Fieldlab Rotterdam (QCFR) is opening 18 June in the port of Rotterdam, with support from the port authority, Q*Bird, Cisco, Eurofiber, Portbase, Intermax and InnovationQuarter. This marks a new phase of the industry collaboration on quantum communication, moving from pilots to testing, validation and operational applications. 

Orange Spain offers free upgrade to 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps fibre for 3 months
SPAIN 08:06

Orange Spain offers free upgrade to 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps fibre for 3 months

Orange Spain (MasOrange) has launched a summer promo to encourage existing fibre customers to try out its premium plans at symmetric (download and upload) speeds of 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps. Under the offer, customers with XGS-PON coverage can try out both services for free for the first three months or at half the usual price for 12 months.

Bakcell supports Baku AI education summit
AZERBAIJAN 08:00

Bakcell supports Baku AI education summit

Azerbaijan operator Bakcell acted as the main partner of the AI Strategy Summit Baku 2026 held at the European Azerbaijan School (EAS) on 13 June. Organised on the initiative of the Caucasus and Central Asia Association of IB World Schools (CCAAIBWS), the summit brought together representatives of the education sector, school leaders, students, technology experts, and participants of the innovation ecosystem. The main objective of the event was to discuss the opportunities created by artificial intelligence

KENYA 07:59

Seacom deploys new high-capacity fibre line along Nairobi-Kampala route

Seacom has launched a new, high-capacity terrestrial fibre route between Kenya and Uganda, reinforcing a critical digital corridor. This infrastructure provides regional businesses with highly reliable, low-latency, and high-performance internet connectivity. It connects key infrastructure hubs in Nairobi and Kisumu in Kenya with Kampala in Uganda, creating a resilient and scalable path for traffic from subsea cable landing stations in Mombasa.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 07:59

Rostelecom, SberDevices integrate smart home services for flats

Russian national operator Rostelecom has signed a cooperation agreement with the company SberDevices to work on developing digital solutions for apartment buildings. They agreed on integration of the smart home service Rostelecom-Key with the platform Smart Home Sber. Customers will be able to use devices from SberDevices for management of their smart home services.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 07:57

Beeline Russia offers online porting outside home region

Russian operator Beeline said customers can now apply to port their mobile number outside their home region. The online tool targets customers who concluded their subscription contracts in one region and moved to the other region later. This option previously was available for users of eSIMs only.

UNITED STATES 07:51

NTIA opens applications for USD 790 mln in broadband funding

​The US National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has opened applications for USD 790 million in funding to bring broadband networks to Tribal areas. Two streams are available, under the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program (TBCP) and the Native Entities Grant Program (NEGP). Applications can be submitted until 17 September, and the NTIA expects to make awards on a rolling basis beginning in spring 2027. A webinar is planned for 24 June to provide more information on the process. 

GLOBAL 07:46

Ericsson picks internal candidate to fill Networks vacancy

David Hammarwall will start a new role as Ericsson's lead for the Networks business area unit from 01 October, the company has announced. Hammarwall, who will hold the rank of senior vice president, is taking the reins from Per Narvinger, after the latter was selected to become Ericsson's next CEO and president.

ITALY 07:44

Sky Sport Golf acquires US Open and Italian Open rights through 2027

Pay-TV broadcaster Sky Italia said it has acquired the rights to air the current edition of the United States Open Championship golf, one of the four Majors of the season, as well as the Italian Golf Open for the 2026 and 2027 editions. The 126th US Open will be played from 18-21 June at the Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton , New York, with Sky Sport and Now offering over 40 hours of live coverage during the four days of competition.

GERMANY 07:39

Fritz! introduces Wi-Fi 7 Stick 6700 for EUR 65

Fritz! has introduced the the FRITZ!WLAN Stick 6700 to improve Wi-Fi 7 connections, for EUR 65. The Stick transmits on 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands. It connects to a FRITZ!Box or other routers or access points on a DSL, cable, fibre-optic, or mobile network connection. The FRITZ!WLAN Stick 6700 is connected via a Type A USB connector.

GLOBAL 07:34

Apple CEO warns of 'unavoidable' price increases on higher memory costs

Apple plans to raise its product prices to offset the rising costs of memory and other components, CEO Tim Cook said in an interview with The Wall Street Journal. Cook said price increases are "unavoidable", but did not provide details on when or how much the prices would go up.

SWITZERLAND 07:31

Swiss public broadcaster SRG SSR to cut costs by CHF 80 million in 2027 under Enavant project

Swiss public broadcasting corporation SRG SSR has announced plans to cut costs by around CHF 80 million in 2027 under a project called Enavant, which aims to make it more agile, efficient and digital. Among other things, SRG will simplify its management structures to save CHF 35.2 million by the end of next year, while making programme production processes more efficient, and reviewing and adjusting partnerships. Under the Enavant project, SRG SGG must lower expenditure by around CHF 270 million by 2029, pa

EUROPE 07:24

Majority of Europeans happy to pay more for EU-based digital services - study

A new Eurobarometer survey published by the European Commission shows strong public backing for the EU's digital ambitions, with the vast majority of citizens supporting greater technological autonomy and investment in homegrown digital services. The Digital Decade survey, conducted between February and March 2026, found that 79 percent of Europeans consider digital policy a priority for the bloc's future, while 85 percent favour investment in EU-developed technologies and 82 percent want to reduce reliance

GLOBAL 07:21

Huawei sets Wi-Fi 7 licensing rate at 50 cents per unit

Huawei announced that its patent licensing royalty rate for Wi‑Fi 7 technologies will be USD 0.5 per unit for consumer-grade devices. The Chinese company claims one one of the largest portfolios of essential patents for Wi‑Fi 7 and has contributed significantly to the development of the IEEE 802.11 standards. Announcing the rate, Huawei said it will offer individual licences or licensing through patent pools, always on FRAND terms. 

JAPAN 07:18

Japan to recognise mobile-based fixed telephone services under universal service framework

Japan's ministry of internal affairs and communications (MIC) has launched a public consultation on regulatory changes that would formally recognise fixed telephone services delivered over mobile networks as a universal service, expanding the scope of Japan's universal service framework beyond traditional fixed-line infrastructure. The consultation, which runs from 18 June to 17 July 2026, follows amendments to the Telecommunications Business Act and the NTT Act enacted in 2025. The legislative changes were

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