EU and Germany bring free public Wi-Fi to Bosnia and Herzegovina
BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA 08:54

EU and Germany bring free public Wi-Fi to Bosnia and Herzegovina

The European Union and Germany have launched an initiative to provide free public Wi-Fi in 116 municipalities across Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). The program, called WiFi4 Western Balkans (WiFi4WB), officially began in Banja Luka, aiming to give citizens free, fast, and reliable internet access in public areas like parks, libraries, and schools, reported Indikator.ba.

MTN Rwanda service revenue rises 21% in Q1
RWANDA 08:51

MTN Rwanda service revenue rises 21% in Q1

MTN Rwanda said its service revenue grew 21.2 percent year-on-year to RWF 81.4 billion in the first quarter, driven by strong growth in data, voice and particularly mobile money, which grew by 30.2 percent. This robust top-line growth, combined with disciplined cost management, led to a 32.8 percent increase in EBITDA to RWF 34.0 billion, with the EBITDA margin expanding by 3.8 percentage points to 41.5 percent. Net profit soared by 466.6 percent to RWF 8.3 billion.

Nokia rolls out new agentic AI features in fixed broadband management software
GLOBAL 08:49

Nokia rolls out new agentic AI features in fixed broadband management software

Nokia has announced that it is bringing new agentic AI features to fixed broadband management software platforms including Altiplano, Corteca and Broadband Easy. The AI agents leverage natural language processing to implement automated root cause analysis and problem solving, targeting access and residential equipment managed with Nokia's software, including fibre and Wi-Fi use cases.

Virgin Media O2 publishes new ESG strategy
UNITED KINGDOM 08:49

Virgin Media O2 publishes new ESG strategy

Virgin Media O2 has launched a new ESG strategy, outlining how sustainability and social impact will be embedded across the full lifecycle of its business. The new 'Responsible Business Plan' has four key areas of focus - Climate, Control, Connection and Circularity. It includes ambitious targets to achieve net zero across operations, products and the supply chain by end-2040; and to double the number of people purchasing refurbished devices and recycling old tech through O2 Recycle by 2030. The new ESG str

Moov Africa Gabon Telecom and Airtel sign deal to share infrastructure
GABON 08:49

Moov Africa Gabon Telecom and Airtel sign deal to share infrastructure

Gabon's two major mobile operators, Moov Africa Gabon Telecom and Airtel Gabon have signed an agreement to share telecom infrastructure amid rising costs and growing demand for digital services, Ecofin reported. Under the deal, the two companies will share telecom towers and other network infrastructure to strengthen coverage and improve service quality nationwide.

Telxius partners with FiberLocator to boost network visibility
GLOBAL 08:49

Telxius partners with FiberLocator to boost network visibility

Telefonica-owned wholesale fibre operator Telxius said it has joined FiberLocator, a US-based fibre mapping and intelligence platform, to further strengthen the visibility of its international infrastructure. FiberLocator provides real-time visibility of long-haul fibre routes, network PoPs, metro coverage, network density and lit buildings.

A1 sues Telekom Slovenije for alleged dominant position abuse
SLOVENIA 08:47

A1 sues Telekom Slovenije for alleged dominant position abuse

Telekom Slovenije has been hit with a lawsuit from A1 Slovenija, filed at the District Court in Ljubljana. A1 Slovenija is seeking over EUR 30 million in damages and is also disputing claims from Telekom Slovenije totalling over EUR 5 million. The lawsuit alleges that Telekom Slovenije abused its dominant position in the wholesale central and local access markets between November 2024 and March 2026.

Former Rostelecom manager lead candidate to acquire Svyaznoy chain
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 08:45

Former Rostelecom manager lead candidate to acquire Svyaznoy chain

Sergey Frolov, a former top manager of Russian national operator Rostelecom, is expected to acquire a majority stake in the mobile and electronics retail chain Svyaznoy, reports Cnews.ru. Frolov was the only participant in negotiations on the takeover under bankruptcy proceedings. Shares of the Cyprus-based company DTS Retail, owning 69.2 percent in the company Svyazvoy Chain, as well as a 5.6 percent stake in Svyaznoy Chain owned by the company Svyazoy are to be sold under the deal.

Telefonica Brasil wins contract from Sao Martinho for mobile and IoT services
BRAZIL 08:43

Telefonica Brasil wins contract from Sao Martinho for mobile and IoT services

Telefonica Brasil (Vivo) has finalised a partnership with Sao Martinho, a Brazilian sugar and ethanol company, to deliver mobile connectivity and Internet of Things (IoT) services. This collaboration will involve deploying 44 new mobile sites across a 350,000-hectare area, extending coverage to 57 municipalities surrounding Sao Martinho's plants in Pradopolis, Iracemopolis, Americo Brasiliense, and Quirinopolis.

Vodafone's UK revenue grows 30% in FY26 to EUR 9.19 billion
UNITED KINGDOM 08:39

Vodafone's UK revenue grows 30% in FY26 to EUR 9.19 billion

Vodafone's UK revenue increased to EUR 9.19 billion in the FY to March 2026, up 30 percent from EUR 7.07 billion a year earlier. Service revenue rose to EUR  7.60 billion from EUR 5.89 billion, to account for 23 percent of group service revenue. Revenue growth was driven by the integration of 3 UK's financial results following the completion of the merger with Vodafone UK on 31 May 2025 to form VodafoneThree. Total service revenue growth in the UK was 29 percent for FY26, with organic service revenue growth

Dutch govt starts public campaign to encourage business emergency planning
NETHERLANDS 08:39

Dutch govt starts public campaign to encourage business emergency planning

The Dutch government started a campaign to encourage businesses to prepare for possible disruptions to basic services, such as energy, internet, cloud platforms or supply chains. The 'Think ahead' (Denk vooruit) campaign is expected to spur more companies to set up contingency plans so they can maintain basic operations during an emergency.

Uniti forecasts bigger net loss in 2026
UNITED STATES 08:29

Uniti forecasts bigger net loss in 2026

US operator Uniti has increased its forecast net loss for FY26, amid higher interest expense and costs for integration with Windstream. It now expects an annual loss of USD 400-450 million, compared to a forecast in early March of USD 360-410 million. That includes USD 10 million higher interest expense, at USD 785 million. 

ITALY 08:28

CMLink Italy refreshes offer, launches promo on 5th anniversary

Italian MVNO CMLink, owned by China Mobile International, has announced five new plans and a promotion to mark the fifth anniversary of its launch in the country. The new Super 160 monthly plan comes with 160GB a month of data at 5G speeds on WindTre's network plus unlimited national calls and 888 minutes to China for EUR 8.99 a month, with the Relax 160 annual plan including the same conditions for EUR 88.88 for 12 months, rising to EUR 106.56 a year thereafter.

EUROPE 08:21

Sopra Steria supports AI adoption with Red Hat's OpenShift

IT services and consulting group Sopra Steria has expanded its long‑standing collaboration with Red Hat to support clients in adopting AI as part of large‑scale digital transformation projects. Sopra Steria's clients will be offered a standardised modular architecture built on Red Hat's hybrid cloud portfolio, targeting in particular the financial and public sectors. This standardised operational framework will rely on the capabilities of the Red Hat OpenShift suite to provide several key advantages, includ

TURKEY 08:19

Vodafone Turkiye posts 45% organic FY service revenue growth

Vodafone Turkiye posted total revenue of EUR 3.4 billion for its fiscal year to March 2026, which represents an increase of 11.2 percent year-on-year, with service revenue growth partially offset by depreciation of the local currency versus the euro. Service revenue jumped 45.2 percent on an organic basis.

GLOBAL 08:17

Matter alliance partners OpenADR to link smart home with flexible energy demand services

The Connectivity Standards Alliance has struck a deal with the OpenADR Alliance to build a bridge between the Matter smart home interoperability protocol and the OpenADR 3 specification, which empowers demand-side management in energy utilities. Together, the two protocols would form an end-to-end communications pathway from energy distribution grids to residential end devices, allowing OEMs to build smart technology that responds to grid activity and produces consumer benefits in terms of bill credits and

ITALY 08:06

Ho Mobile debuts ad campaign featuring real customers

Ho Mobile, the low-cost brand of Italian operator Fastweb+Vodafone, has launched a new advertising campaign entitled "I testimonial siamo noi" ("We are the testimonials") featuring its own customers. The move follows a social media casting initiative launched in February, through which ten customers were selected to appear in TV ads and related content.

PORTUGAL 08:03

Nos Q1 growth driven by IT service expansion

Portugal's Nos reported revenues of EUR 460.2 million for the first quarter of 2026, a 1.9 percent growth year-on-year, with telecom revenues accounting for EUR 398.8 million (-0.2%) and IT revenues for EUR 54.4 million (+16.0%). Net profit was up 4.7 percent to EUR 62 million in the first quarter, while capex reached EUR 85.9 million (-5.1%). EBITDA also saw a 3.1 percent increase, reaching EUR 203.3 million.

AFRICA 08:01

MTN Group service revenue rises 21% in Q1

MTN Group said its service increased by 21.1 percent in constant currency to ZAR 56.86 billion in the first three months of 2026. In reported currency, service revenue increased by 20 percent. The results were led by sustained commercial execution in Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon and Cote d'Ivoire, the company said. 

GLOBAL 07:52

Telenor spins off Connexion as 50-50 joint venture with investment firm Verdane to exploit IoT market growth

Telenor has announced that it will spin off Telenor Connexion as a 50-50 joint venture worth SEK 7.5 billion with Verdane, a buyout firm that invests in businesses fostering digitisation and decarbonisation. The deal will realise value from Telenor Connexion's "strong" market position and provide it with access to long-term growth capital. The parties expect to complete the transaction during 2026, subject to the necessary regulatory approvals.

BELGIUM 07:48

Proximus hires new CFO from Agfa

Fiona Lam is joining Belgian operator Proximus as its new CFO from September. She replaces Mark Reid, who left at the end of January, while Nicolas Gaertner serves on an interim basis. Lam comes from Belgian company Agfa-Gevaert, where she has worked as CFO since October 2024. Before that she was CFO at Neways Electronics and Punch Powertrain, and held positions at Philips Lighting and Hutchison Telecom Hong Kong.

BELGIUM 07:43

Xavier Niel sells Proximus stake

Xavier Niel, the founder and chairman of Iliad, has sold his stake in the Belgian operator Proximus, according to a stock market filing by his company Saxo Holding. The stake was last declared at 6.61 percent of Proximus shares in October 2025, but has now fallen to less than 0.1 percent.

SPAIN 07:42

Telefonica, Orense partner on smart tourism initiative

Telefonica has signed an agreement with Orense Provincial Council in Galicia to develop the "Ourense Cerca DeTI" initiative, aimed at converting the province into a smart tourism destination through immersive experiences, digital tools and personalised services. The project above all seeks to enhance visitor engagement while promoting the region's historical, cultural and natural assets.

MALAYSIA 07:37

Equinix to open IBX data centre in Kuala Lumpur

Equinix has announced plans to expand its presence in Malaysia with the deployment of a new data centre, dubbed KL2, in Kuala Lumpur. Located in Cyberjaya, the new facility will be built less than one kilometer from Equinix's existing data center in the metropolitan area (KL1).

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