Vodafone Spain awarded EUR 1.6 mln Tarragona city council contract
SPAIN 08:29

Vodafone Spain awarded EUR 1.6 mln Tarragona city council contract

Vodafone Spain said its business unit Vodafone Empresas has been awarded a four-year contract worth around EUR 1.6 million to provide integrated telecommunications services for Tarragona city council and its autonomous agencies. The deal consolidates the operator's role as a leading technology partner for local governments across the country.

Ooredoo Qatar supports quantum-safe communications project by Hamad Bin Khalifa University
QATAR 08:19

Ooredoo Qatar supports quantum-safe communications project by Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Ooredoo Qatar and the Ministry of Defence have established the country's first quantum-safe communications link. The breakthrough was done in a collaboration between Hamad Bin Khalifa University's Qatar Centre for Quantum Computing (QC2), the Ministry of Defence, and Ooredoo Qatar. Using Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), the project delivers a quantum-safe link that generates and distributes encryption keys using the principles of quantum mechanics.

Palo Alto wraps up Portkey acquisition
GLOBAL 08:13

Palo Alto wraps up Portkey acquisition

Palo Alto Networks announced that it has completed its acquisition of California-based AI agent security firm Portkey, after agreeing a deal on undisclosed terms in early May. Portkey's platform provides a centralised control plane to secure autonomous AI agents in enterprise-grade networks. The technology is set to be integrated with Prisma Airs, Palo Alto's flagship IT suite pitched at AI security applications, to create a gateway interface geared to monitoring AI prompts and agentic activity.

Open Fiber extends FTTH to 39 more localities in Alessandria, Asti, Biella, Cuneo
ITALY 08:01

Open Fiber extends FTTH to 39 more localities in Alessandria, Asti, Biella, Cuneo

Italian wholesale-only operator Open Fiber has finalised the cabling of its FTTH infrastructure in dozens of new localities in the provinces of Alessandria, Asti, Biella, Cuneo in the northwestern Piedmont region. A total of 67,000 homes, commercial premises and offices across 39 localities have been connected to the fibre network, allowing residents and businesses to access the internet at speeds of up to 2.5 Gbps via operator partners.

Portuguese telecom prices fall 2% year on year in April
PORTUGAL 08:00

Portuguese telecom prices fall 2% year on year in April

Telecommunication prices in Portugal continued their downward trend in April, according to Anacom. Compared with March 2026, prices fell by 0.9 percent in April, and year-on-year, they were down by 2.2 percent. Over the past twelve months, the average decrease was 1.6 percent, said the regulator.

MTN confirms retirements of two long-serving board members
AFRICA 07:46

MTN confirms retirements of two long-serving board members

MTN Group has formally confirmed the retirements of long-serving independent non-executive directors Stan Miller and Nkululeko Sowazi. The transition concluded at the company's Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 29 May. They had both joined the MTN Group board on 01 August 2016 and group CEO Ralph Mupita commended both outgoing members during a pre-AGM farewell. 

Tunisian Q1 telecom sector turnover exceeds TND 1 bln
TUNISIA 07:43

Tunisian Q1 telecom sector turnover exceeds TND 1 bln

Tunisia's telecom sector surpassed the TND 1 billion turnover mark for the first time in the first quarter of 2026, reaching TND 1.03 billion, according to the National Telecommunications Authority. Revenue had reached approximately TND 952.6 million in Q1 2024, rising to TND 962.3 million in Q1 2025. The rebound reflects a digital transformation throughout Tunisian society and the economy, driven by the rapid development of fixed-line services, the roll-out of 5G technology, and the expansion of high-capac

Fastweb ups price of more landline plans by up to EUR 4/mth
ITALY 07:39

Fastweb ups price of more landline plans by up to EUR 4/mth

Fastweb (Fastweb+Vodafone) has announced on its website that several legacy fixed line plans in its portfolio will be subject to a price increase of up to EUR 4 a month starting on 01 July 2026. The unilateral price hikes range from EUR 1 to EUR 4 a month and are due to the need to continue guaranteeing the best network quality and offer services to always meet customer needs, said the operator.

AUKUS launches first Pillar II project focused on uncrewed undersea vehicles
AUSTRALIA 07:29

AUKUS launches first Pillar II project focused on uncrewed undersea vehicles

Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States have announced the first AUKUS Pillar II signature project, focused on developing payloads and enabling systems for uncrewed undersea vehicles (UUVs), with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2027. The project will develop technologies that can be deployed across the three nations' UUV platforms, with an emphasis on interoperability, common control systems and shared operational concepts. 

Vodafone Spain adds La 1 UHD and 30 local channels to TV app
SPAIN 07:25

Vodafone Spain adds La 1 UHD and 30 local channels to TV app

Vodafone Spain said it has further enhanced its TV offer with the addition of a total of 30 local and regional channels as well as the 4K version of RTVE's main La 1 channel. Anyone with a compatible set-top box and a UHD-ready television will now be able to access La 1 UHD on the Vodafone TV app for Smart TVs as well as on mobile phones, tablets and the web.

Telefonica upgrades network ahead of Pope Leo XIV's Spain visit
SPAIN 07:14

Telefonica upgrades network ahead of Pope Leo XIV's Spain visit

Telefonica said it will act as the main technology partner for Pope Leo XIV's visit to Spain, providing communications services for the pontiff and his entourage during a pastoral from 06 to 12 June that covers Madrid, Barcelona and the Canary Islands. The operator committed to supplying secure and stable connectivity using its infrastructure and experience in managing large-scale events, supporting both the papal delegation and the thousands of attendees, media and staff involved in the visit.

Digi Spain adds 776,000 lines through porting in first 5 months of 2026
SPAIN 06:50

Digi Spain adds 776,000 lines through porting in first 5 months of 2026

Digi Spain has added a record 776,000 new lines through number porting in the year to the end of May 2026, up 16 percent year on year. In May alone, Digi reported over 138,700 number portings, its 21st straight month and seventh consecutive quarter in excess of 100,000.

JAPAN 06:47

KDDI selected to develop disaster drone logistics guidelines for Mie Prefecture

KDDI SmartDrone has been awarded a contract by Mie Prefecture to develop guidelines for the use of drones to transport emergency supplies to communities that could become isolated during major disasters, including a potential Nankai Trough earthquake. The guidelines are intended to help municipalities prepare for and operate drone logistics services when roads are cut off by earthquakes, landslides or other disasters. The framework was developed in response to challenges identified during the 2024 Noto Peni

AUSTRALIA 06:43

ACMA finalises licence renewal process ahead of 850 MHz and 1800 MHz renewals

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has finalised the application and decision-making framework for renewing expiring spectrum licences, with eligible licensees able to begin submitting renewal applications from 18 June 2026. The first licences covered by the process are in the 850 MHz and 1800 MHz bands, which are due to expire in June 2028. According to the ACMA, the framework also applies to spectrum licences in the 700 MHz, 2 GHz, 2.3 GHz, 2.5 GHz and 3.4 GHz bands that expire betwe

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:41

LG Uplus and Samsung partner on 6G sensing and AI technology research

LG Uplus has signed an MoU with Samsung Electronics to collaborate on research and development of integrated communications and sensing technologies, as well as AI-enabled 6G technologies. The companies said the partnership is intended to support the transition to 6G by validating emerging technologies in live network environments and assessing their potential for future commercial deployment. The collaboration will focus on integrated sensing and communications (ISAC) technologies, including base station-b

JAPAN 06:38

KDDI adds foldable feature phone-style smartphone to au Flex Style portfolio

KDDI has begun offering the Mive Kesuma smartphone through its SIM-free smartphone brand, au Flex Style, expanding the range of devices available to customers seeking alternatives to conventional touchscreen smartphones. The device went on sale through the au Online Shop on 29 May, with availability at KDDI-operated retail stores scheduled to begin progressively from June. The operator said demonstration units will be available in its stores.

JAPAN 06:36

NTT Docomo Business explores data services for water resource management

NTT Docomo Business has begun a joint study with Estonia's Carbontribe Labs to examine how water resource-related environmental data can be structured, verified and used to support investment decision-making and business risk assessment. The companies have completed a proof-of-concept project focused on creating and utilising environmental data derived from water resource management activities. The initiative aims to convert water-related data generated across corporate operations and supply chains into str

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:34

LG Uplus launches bundled YouTube Premium and Google AI Pro subscription

LG Uplus will launch a bundled subscription combining YouTube Premium and Google AI Pro on 2 June, offering customers access to both services under a single monthly plan. The operator said the package will be available through its subscription platform, Udoc, and claimed it is the first offering in South Korea to combine a generative AI subscription service with YouTube Premium.

EUROPE 06:31

Alibaba signs Uefa partnership covering AI and cloud services through 2033

Alibaba Group has signed a multi-year partnership with Uefa and UC3, the commercial joint venture between Uefa and European Football Clubs, covering Uefa men's club competitions and Uefa Euro 2028. Under the agreement, Alibaba will become the official and exclusive partner for AI, cloud computing services and e-commerce for the Uefa Champions League, Uefa Europa League and Uefa Conference League from the 2027/28 season through to 2032/33, as well as for Uefa Euro 2028.

AUSTRALIA 06:29

Operators say spectrum renewal costs could increase pressure on mobile prices

The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association (AMTA) has criticised the Australian Communications and Media Authority's (ACMA) decision to proceed with higher spectrum renewal pricing, warning that the move could increase pressure on mobile service prices and telecommunications investment. The industry body said the revised pricing framework would increase costs for mobile network operators and could affect both infrastructure investment and consumer pricing.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:27

LG Uplus upgrades corporate network to Wi-Fi 7

LG Uplus has upgraded its internal wireless network to the Wi-Fi 7 standard and restructured its network architecture to create a single network environment across the company. The operator said the project is intended to improve employee mobility and productivity by introducing a unified network structure, certificate-based authentication and a company-wide IP framework.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:25

Korea unveils private-sector cybersecurity plan to address AI-driven threats

South Korea's ministry of science and ICT has announced a new information security strategy aimed at helping the private sector respond to cyber threats enabled by increasingly capable AI systems. The plan sets out a combination of immediate measures and longer-term initiatives designed to strengthen cybersecurity across industry and establish what the ministry describes as national AI security sovereignty.

AUSTRALIA 06:23

NBN Co raises EUR 750 mln through second Euro Sustainability Bond issuance

Australian government-owned wholesale broadband provider NBN Co has raised EUR 750 million (approximately AUD 1.2 billion) through its second Sustainability Bond issuance in the European debt capital markets. The 7.5-year bond was priced on 20 May and settled on 29 May. According to the operator, net proceeds will be allocated to investments in the deployment of the NBN network's energy-efficient fibre infrastructure and fixed wireless network.

SINGAPORE 06:20

Singtel secures SGD 1.5 bln revolving credit facility from 11 banks

Singtel's wholly owned subsidiary, Singtel Group Treasury, has signed a three-year committed revolving credit facility worth SGD 1.5 billion with a consortium of 11 banks. The participating lenders are Australia and New Zealand Banking Group, Singapore Branch; Bank of America, N.A., Singapore Branch; China Construction Bank Corporation, Singapore Branch; Citibank N.A., Singapore Branch; DBS Bank; Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Singapore Branch; Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation; Standard Charter

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