Iren to build 300 MW data centre campus in Spain
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.

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

Atos revenue decline eases further in Q3
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).

Aviat adds software integration for satellite failover in critical operations
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

Calix unveils GigaPro Ethernet switches for SmartMDU, enterprise footprints
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

Ribbon brings out network-level Call Trust Deepfake Detection
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.

Nokia Poland joins PW eSKills programme
POLAND 13:15

Nokia Poland joins PW eSKills programme

Nokia Poland has joined the public initiative PW eSkills. The initiative was launched by the public administration, businesses, NGOs and other entities to work together on increasing digital skills in Poland.

LTA seeks greater transparency in mobile pricing and promotional offers
LIBERIA 13:02

LTA seeks greater transparency in mobile pricing and promotional offers

The Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) is proposing stricter regulatory controls on mobile tariffs and promotional offers to enhance pricing transparency, safeguard consumers, and foster fair competition in the telecommunications sector. The regulator has hosted a stakeholder consultation on draft Tariff Guidelines governing regulated mobile voice, SMS, and data services.

AT&T Mexico Q3 revenues up 13% ahead of sale
MEXICO 13:01

AT&T Mexico Q3 revenues up 13% ahead of sale

AT&T reported a 13.2 percent year on year rise in revenues at its Mexico unit to USD 1.24 billion in the third quarter of 2026, thanks above all to favourable foreign exchange rates and postpay subscriber growth. Service revenue grew 14.7 percent to USD 798 million and EBITDA was USD 236 million, up USD 37 million, or 18.6 percent, year on year. The results come just a week after AT&T agreed to sell its Mexican unit to Grupo Televisa and Fintech Holdings for USD 2 billion in cash.

Beyond Now brings out Wave AI Framework to let agents act throughout processes
GLOBAL 12:57

Beyond Now brings out Wave AI Framework to let agents act throughout processes

Beyond Now said it has launched its Wave AI Framework to help communications service providers (CSPs) and technology companies to deploy artificial intelligence agents that can understand business context, interact with people, systems and other agents, and take action throughout the revenue lifecycle. CEO Angus Ward said developing an AI agent is becoming relatively straightforward but making it useful inside the business and turning it into growth is much harder.

World Bank Group launches first digital strategy
GLOBAL 12:54

World Bank Group launches first digital strategy

The World Bank Group has launched its first digital strategy, combining its public and private sector capabilities to help developing nations expand affordable digital access, enhance public services, and drive job creation. The strategy focuses on four key priorities: expanding broadband connectivity, making devices and data more affordable, building digital skills and service capabilities, and laying the groundwork for countries to safely harness artificial intelligence.

Telefonica Germany picks Italtel to upgrade voice core routing
GERMANY 12:49

Telefonica Germany picks Italtel to upgrade voice core routing

Telefonica Germany has picked Italtel to help turn its voice core routing environment into a cloud architecture. Italtel has partnered with Red Hat to develop its Italtel Routing and Policy System (i-RPS) for automating network management and support upgrades. The deployment enables a fully integrated virtual transit solution specifically designed to meet the needs of Telefonica Germany for fixed, mobile and wholesale traffic interconnection.

GLOBAL 12:46

Nvidia updates on AI-RAN telco projects at Berlin event

Nvidia has provided an update at its GTC event in Berlin on its partnerships with telecom operators to progress AI-RAN and distributed computing in telco networks.  According to the company, T-Mobile US recently held the world's first live AI-RAN call from a site in Bellevue, Washington, supported by equipment from Nvidia product partner Nokia. In Europe, Finnish operator Elisa has completed the first European AI-RAN field call, integrating vision-based AI, standard voice and mobile data services into a uni

QATAR 12:43

Vodafone Qatar selects TPay as direct operator billing aggregator

Vodafone Qatar has selected TPay, the payment connector across the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META), as its direct operator billing aggregator following a competitive request for proposal (RFP) process. Under the new agreement, TPay will serve as the connectivity layer for Vodafone Qatar's direct operator billing services. The appointment builds on a long-standing partnership established in 2018. Over the years, the two companies have collaborated on major digital payment and merchant launches, enabli

MAURITIUS 12:42

Mauritius engages Meta to combat online abuse and build safer digital space

The Mauritian government is stepping up its campaign against online abuse through closer collaboration with Meta, targeting fake accounts, identity impersonation, hate speech, and illegal content. The initiative follows high-level discussions held between government officials and Meta representatives, where both parties explored accelerated content-removal mechanisms and a customized cooperation framework for the country.

ITALY 12:42

TIM and Nvidia to build sovereign AI platform in Italy

Telecom Italia (TIM) announced plans to upgrade its sovereign AI infrastructure in Italy in partnership with Nvidia. The corresponding platform will enable businesses, public administrations, startups and research centres to develop and deploy AI applications at scale while retaining control of data, models and operations within the country, said the partners.

OMAN 12:41

Durri Space signs contract with Cailabs to deploy 3 optical ground stations across Oman

Oman's Durri Space has signed a definitive contract with French photonics specialist Cailabs for the deployment of three optical ground stations across Oman, slated to become operational by 2028. The project represents a major milestone in Durri Space's long-term strategy to establish advanced optical communications capabilities within the country.

GERMANY 12:36

Q.beyond expects negative EBITDA in FY26 on AI investment

German IT services provider Q.beyond is forecasting negative EBITDA in the current fiscal year as a result of expenses to deploy artificial intelligence in its business. The company now expects an EBITDA loss of EUR 2-4 million in 2026, compared with the EUR 3-7 million profit expected previously. Based on preliminary results, Q.beyond recorded an EBITDA loss of EUR 4.8 million in the third quarter of 2026, compared with EUR 3 million positive in Q3 2025. Earnings were negatively affected by provisions of E

POLAND 12:30

Play starts sales of new Huawei phones, smartwatches

Polish operator Play, controlled by Iliad, has started sales of the Huawei Pura 90s Pro smartphones and four models of Huawei Watch 6 smartwatches in its shops. The Huawei Pura 90s Pro 12/512GB costs PLN 3,999 under a promotion valid until 19 November, down by PLN 1,000 from the standard rate. The promotional price of the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max 12/512GB is PLN 5,499, down from PLN 6,999.

UNITED STATES 12:27

AT&T Q3 revenues up 5%, net earnings fall on Mexico writedown, higher costs

AT&T reported a sharp fall in net profit in the third quarter, due to a writedown on its Mexican mobile business and charges for job cuts. However, the operator increased its forecasts for underlying profits and reduced capex estimates for the years ahead, in part thanks to the sale of AT&T Mexico and its new FTTH joint venture. For the third quarter, AT&T reported revenues up 5.3 percent year-on-year to USD 32.3 billion, adjusted EBITDA rose to USD 12.5 billion from USD 11.9 billion, and the adjusted EPS i

ITALY 12:10

Fastweb + Vodafone expands Nvidia-powered supercomputer capacity

Italian operator Fastweb + Vodafone announced at the GTC Berlin AI Conference that it will be expanding the computing capacity of its Nvidia-powered supercomputer in the coming weeks through newly-acquired NVL8 B300 devices. The aim is to give corporate customers greater processing power for AI services and establish Italy as a European hub for sovereign AI.

FINLAND 12:04

Elisa completes AI-RAN trials with Nokia and Nvidia

Elisa said it has deployed artificial intelligence applications on distributed AI-RAN infrastructure in conjunction with Nokia and Nvidia. Elisa said it ran voice, mobile data and video analytics simultaneously on the same AI-RAN platform using its 5G Advanced network in Helsinki. It called these Europe's "first" live network AI-RAN trials and said they pave the way for distributed deployment, evaluating customer use cases and commercial AI-RAN services in 2027.

CHINA 11:54

Fibocom advances in-concert deal for controlling stake in Chinese automotive supplier

Fibocom has secured shareholder approval to take a controlling stake in Shenzhen Hangsheng Electronics (HSAE), a Chinese automotive electronics supplier. An acting-in-concert transaction was sanctioned at a meeting held on 14 October. Under the proposal, Fibocom is paying a cash sum to take 31.8 percent in HSAE directly, while its collaborators will purchase additional shares.  As a result, Fibocom will take control of the business with 51.4 percent equity held in concert.

SPAIN 11:42

Dazn cuts price of annual plans ahead of 'El Clasico'

Sports streaming service Dazn has launched a promotion for its annual subscriptions ahead of the 'El Clasico' match between Barcelona and Real Madrid on 25 October. Under the offer, the annual price for the company's Dazn Futbol plan (with Spanish top-tier La Liga football and several other international domestic tournaments) has been halved from EUR 219.99 to EUR 109.99, with the monthly instalment option available for EUR 9.99 instead of EUR 19.99, with an annual commitment.

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