Thales Alenia Space confirms contract for NigComSat-2A satellite
NIGERIA 07:47

Thales Alenia Space confirms contract for NigComSat-2A satellite

Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales and Leonardo, said it signed a contract with Nigerian satellite operator NigComSat to develop the NigComSat-2A geostationary communications satellite. Designed to strengthen Africa's digital connectivity, NigComSat-2A will deliver reliable, secure communication services, including high-definition television broadcasting, high-speed broadband, voice, and streaming applications.

Russian operators launch 5G in major cities
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 07:45

Russian operators launch 5G in major cities

Russian mobile operators MTS, Beeline, Megafon and T2 have launched 5G services in major cities. MTS said that its 5G services are available on the 4.9 MHz band in Moscow, St Petersburg, Novosibirsk, Yekaterinburg and Ufa with speeds up to 1.5 Gbps. The operator is also launching 5G services on the 2,100 MHz band, earlier used for LTE, in 16 cities, including the cities above, as well as in Kazan, Krasnodar, Novorossiysk, Vologda, Murmansk, Petrozavodsk, Syktyvkar, Pskov, Anapa, Velikiye-Liki and Ukhta. 

Spain, Netherlands introduce EU proposal for minimum social media age
EUROPE 07:43

Spain, Netherlands introduce EU proposal for minimum social media age

The governments of Spain and the Netherlands have submitted a joint proposal to the European Commission on implementing a minimum age for social media in the European Union. They want a requirement for social media platforms to show they are safe for children, otherwise they must set an age limit and use software to verify the age of all users. The Netherlands proposes a minimum age of 15 while Spain has advocated for 16.

Spain's ESpanix taps Nokia to block DDoS attacks
SPAIN 07:33

Spain's ESpanix taps Nokia to block DDoS attacks

ESpanix, Spain's largest IXP, has deployed Nokia Deepfield Defender to shield its Barcelona and Madrid-based exchange platform and connected networks from distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. The deal allows ESpanix to offer DDoS protection as an optional add-on to more than 200 national and international networks that exchange traffic at its node, collectively serving the vast majority of Spain's internet end users.

Sunrise offers fresh Iconic Bundle and mobile plans for iPhone launch
SWITZERLAND 07:27

Sunrise offers fresh Iconic Bundle and mobile plans for iPhone launch

Swiss operator Sunrise is offering a new Iconic Bundle and Iconic mobile plan to new and existing customers. The Icon Bundle combines iPhones with Iconic mobile plans and other options. For example, it combines the iPhone 18 Pro, a device plan with a Smart Upgrade option, the Iconic mobile subscription, the Flex Upgrade option, and up to five extra SIM cards for additional devices for CHF 89.90 monthly.  The Iconic Bundle can be combined with various devices through five free extra SIM cards. The Iconic Mob

Mitsubishi Electric and Swissto12 partner on satellite technology in APAC
ASIA 07:22

Mitsubishi Electric and Swissto12 partner on satellite technology in APAC

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation and Swiss advanced radio frequency product manufacturer Swissto12 have signed an MoU to pursue joint opportunities in advanced satellite payloads, radio frequency (RF) products and market development in Japan and the wider Asia Pacific region. The partnership will combine Mitsubishi Electric's satellite systems and integration capabilities with Swissto12's 3D-printing technologies for developing smaller and lighter payloads, which the companies say can be produced in shorter

Nagravision bolsters anti-piracy security for Formula 1 in Croatia and Slovenia
CROATIA (HRVATSKA) 07:20

Nagravision bolsters anti-piracy security for Formula 1 in Croatia and Slovenia

Content security specialist Nagravision has deployed its advanced anti-piracy technology to protect Formula 1 broadcasts for regional commercial networks RTL Croatia and Pro Plus Slovenia throughout the 2026 season. The Nagra Venturi platform, together with its technology partner, integrates real-time threat monitoring with network-level forensic watermarking. The system allows broadcasters to quickly trace and block unauthorised redistribution of live race coverage without disrupting the legitimate viewing

Record extends Eutelsat nationwide distribution contract
BRAZIL 07:19

Record extends Eutelsat nationwide distribution contract

Satellite operator Eutelsat has extended its long-running partnership with Brazilian broadcaster Record, securing the ongoing transmission of digital terrestrial television (DTT) services across the country. Under the renewed agreement, Record will continue using the Eutelsat 65 West A satellite to distribute its programming, spanning news, sports, entertainment, and educational content, to its extensive network of regional stations. The satellite link provides critical infrastructure to ensure stable, high

Space42 and Viasat launch Equatys to power direct-to-device connectivity
GLOBAL 07:18

Space42 and Viasat launch Equatys to power direct-to-device connectivity

Space42 and Viasat have signed an agreement at World Space Business Week in Paris to formally establish Equatys, a shared space and ground infrastructure platform backed by an initial equity commitment of up to USD 1 billion. The joint venture will extend mobile coverage to unserved regions and fill terrestrial coverage gaps in populated metro areas. Development of the initial constellation is underway with a joint funding agreement, and Viasat is expected to serve as the prime technology contractor upon Eq

Eutelsat expands StarTV partnership in Mexico
MEXICO 07:10

Eutelsat expands StarTV partnership in Mexico

Eutelsat has extended and expanded its multi-year partnership with StarTV, Grupo W Com's direct-to-home (DTH) television service in Mexico, to deliver satellite TV and the latest digital services via the Eutelsat 117 West B satellite.

Telia Finland sees increase summer incoming roamers, led by Dutch, Spanish
FINLAND 07:04

Telia Finland sees increase summer incoming roamers, led by Dutch, Spanish

Telia Finland said incoming roamers on its network this summer have used an average 1.9 GB each, up from 1.6 GB a year ago.The biggest increase in foreign visitors came from the Netherlands (+32%), along with Spain (+23%) and France (+19%). 

SES completes O3b mPower satellite constellation
GLOBAL 07:02

SES completes O3b mPower satellite constellation

SES has successfully launched the final three satellites for its O3b mPower medium Earth orbit (MEO) network, bringing the constellation to 13 spacecraft. The three satellites were launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral on 13 September. They will join the 10 O3b mPower satellites already in operation and are expected to enter service by mid-2027.

EASTERN EUROPE 06:51

E& PPF Telecom Group reports 14% revenue growth in H1

E& PPF Telecom Group posted revenues of EUR 1.292 billion for the first half of 2026, a 14.2 percent increase compared to EUR 1.131 billion in H1 2025. The telecom operator, which serves 12.1 million mobile subscribers and 1.3 million broadband customers across the CEE region, achieved a 14.1 percent year-on-year rise in EBITDAaL to EUR 582 million. The group said it brought its net leverage ratio down to 1.90x, falling back below its target 2.0x threshold.

ITALY 06:45

Poste Italiane gains control of TIM after passing 66.6% of share capital

Subscriptions to Poste Italiane's public tender offer for 100 percent of Telecom Italia (TIM) climbed to 46.52 percent of the latter's share capital on the final day of the initial offering, meaning the state-backed group's total stake in the operator now stands at 66.63 percent, according to data cited by Poste.

BRAZIL 06:35

Hughes secures contract to deliver LEO satellite connectivity for Brazil voting stations

Hughes do Brasil announced a contract to supply over 1,000 autonomous connectivity kits, featuring satellite antennas, high-capacity batteries, and field gear, to support vote tabulation and field communications in remote, hard-to-reach areas. Electronic voting machines remain completely offline; election data is cryptographically signed at the source, encrypted during transit, and verified upon arrival, leaving core voting security untouched. Following rigorous TSE technical validation, the project transit

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:30

South Korea launches smart village council to expand digital services

South Korea's ministry of science and ICT has launched a new council bringing together the country's provincial governments to coordinate the expansion of digital services under its Smart Village programme. The Smart Village programme, launched in 2019, uses digital technologies including AI and IoT to address local challenges and improve services for residents. Since 2023, the programme has been led by local governments, which develop services based on local conditions and resident needs. Applications have

GERMANY 06:20

Japan and Germany deepen cooperation on AI, Open RAN and 6G

Japan and Germany have agreed to deepen cooperation across information and communications technology following the ninth Japan-Germany ICT Policy Dialogue, held in Berlin. Officials from Japan's ministry of internal affairs and communications (MIC) and Germany's federal ministry for digital and state modernisation, alongside other government ministries, discussed AI, 5G and Beyond 5G/6G, online protection of minors, wireless power transmission and data policy.

FRENCH GUIANA 06:20

Arcep seeks views on 3.5 GHz lower band allocation in French Guiana

French telecom regulator Arcep has launched a second public consultation in French Guiana on the allocation of an additional 70 MHz of 3.5 GHz spectrum, within the 3,420-3,476 MHz frequency range. This block has recently become available after the licence for these frequencies, held by Guyacom, expired on 24 July.

UNITED STATES 06:19

ATIS introduces authority for Stir/Shaken verifications geared to foreign providers

North America-focused ICT standards alliance ATIS said it has won accreditation for a new governance authority to support foreign voice service providers in validating IP phone calls that terminate in the US. The Cross Border Call Authentication Governance Authority (CBCA-GA) has been approved to leverage the Stir/Shaken authentication system overseen by an existing voice ID governance body, the Secure Telephone Identity Governance Authority (STI-GA), that ATIS also co-manages. The CBCA-GA will act as a non

BRAZIL 06:18

Claro Brasil gets antitrust nod for Desktop acquisition

Claro Brasil has received the green light for its acquisition of a 73 percent stake in Brazilian fixed broadband operator Desktop from Makalu Brasil Partners and founding/executive shareholders for BRL 4 billion, with a mandatory public offering to follow for the remaining minority shares. The approval becomes final 15 days post-publication absent appeal. Antitrust body Cade found low risk of market power abuse across overlapping fixed broadband markets in 198 Sao Paulo municipalities.

FRANCE 06:17

France's FTTP coverage rises to over 95% in Q2 as fibre net adds slow to 460,000

France closed the second quarter with an FTTP footprint of 43.06 million premises, up 3 percent year-on-year. Fibre coverage reached over 95 percent of premises, based on operators' deployment roadmaps, up from 93 percent in Q2 2025. Over 2 million premises are still waiting for FTTP connectivity, but an immediate roll-out is not possible for over a third of them, either because they are new buildings still under construction or because deployment is being hindered by external causes, such as refusals from

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:43

LG Uplus adds two-minute kiosk intake for used smartphones

LG Uplus subsidiary Medialog has added a new service to its Sello used smartphone sales platform that allows customers to deposit a device at a kiosk without waiting for an on-site inspection. The new 'Kiosk Simple Intake' service allows customers to photograph the handset's IMEI, complete identity verification and place the device in the kiosk's storage compartment. The intake process takes around two minutes, after which customers can leave the store without completing any further procedures.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:41

SKT expands 'visiting service' programme through local govt partnerships

SK Telecom (SKT) has signed agreements with four local governments in South Korea's South Gyeongsang Province to expand its 'visiting service' programme, which provides on-site support for telecommunications services and digital literacy. The agreements with Sancheong, Hamyang, Geochang and Hapcheon counties will see the programme operated twice in each county, for a total of eight sessions. The activities will focus on preventing financial crimes such as voice phishing, improving smartphone skills and prov

JAPAN 05:40

NTT Docomo begins commercial multi-vendor Open RAN deployment with Nokia

NTT Docomo has begun commercial operation of Nokia's latest base station equipment in a multi-vendor configuration, connecting radio units from different vendors in a deployment compliant with O-RAN Alliance specifications. The operator is using Nokia's Levante baseband card for data processing and Ponente baseband card for control processing. NTT Docomo claimed the deployment is the first commercial operation of Nokia's latest base station equipment in a multi-vendor configuration.

Just In

07:47

Thales Alenia Space confirms contract for NigComSat-2A satellite

07:45

Russian operators launch 5G in major cities

07:43

Spain, Netherlands introduce EU proposal for minimum social media age

07:33

Spain's ESpanix taps Nokia to block DDoS attacks

Commentary

8 SEP 10:16

Odido matches KPN and VodafoneZiggo on cash flow margin, but growth remains limited

11 AUG 10:49

Can Ziggo Group creation improve visibility for the Dutch market?

2 JUL 11:26

Canal Plus misses chance to strengthen Dutch business, time for exit?

23 JUN 09:56

ACM blocks Delta/Glaspoort deal - what can KPN do?

Background

00:34

The week in telecom: iPhone comes to foldable market, European satellite summit underlines sovereign push

7 SEP 11:54

Citymesh capital injection eases doubts over Digi Belgium future

6 SEP 21:46

The week in telecom: smart wearables at Ifa, Deutsche Telekom reshuffle and Vodafone tries premium 5G

30 AUG 23:50

The week in telecom: Meta pays up, SKT and MTN monetise data centres, and mobile network-sharing in demand