Naver updates shopping app with proactive AI agent recommendations
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:37

Naver updates shopping app with proactive AI agent recommendations

South Korean internet giant Naver has updated its AI Shopping Agent to proactively initiate conversations with users, extending the role of the assistant beyond product search and recommendation. The company said the new functionality allows the AI agent to analyse shopping activity, including searches, product views, saved items and shopping cart contents, and then suggest potential next steps directly from the shopping app's home screen.

KDDI Agile Development Center deploys Claude Enterprise across workforce
JAPAN 06:35

KDDI Agile Development Center deploys Claude Enterprise across workforce

KDDI Agile Development Center (KAG), a software development subsidiary of KDDI Group, has deployed Anthropic's Claude Enterprise and Claude Code AI tools to all employees, extending their use beyond engineering teams to management, human resources, marketing and design functions. The company said the rollout follows earlier use of Claude Code by engineers and is intended to support the use of AI across business processes throughout the organisation.

Tencent Cloud and UXSoft migrate Hung Fook Tong retail systems to the cloud
HONG KONG 06:34

Tencent Cloud and UXSoft migrate Hung Fook Tong retail systems to the cloud

Tencent Cloud and retail technology provider UXSoft have completed the migration of point-of-sale (POS) systems used by Hung Fook Tong to Tencent Cloud infrastructure, covering more than 100 retail outlets in Hong Kong. The project was announced at Tencent Cloud Day Hong Kong and forms part of a broader technology modernisation programme for the herbal products retailer.

NTT West begins using geothermal renewable energy certificates through virtual PPA
JAPAN 06:32

NTT West begins using geothermal renewable energy certificates through virtual PPA

NTT West has started using renewable energy certificates generated by a geothermal power plant in Kumamoto Prefecture under a long-term virtual power purchase agreement (PPA), with the arrangement taking effect from June 2026. The operator said the environmental value associated with approximately 7.5 million kWh of annual renewable energy generation will be applied to buildings owned by the NTT West Group in Kumamoto Prefecture. 

Solar project nears completion under Google, AirTrunk and European Energy agreement
AUSTRALIA 06:30

Solar project nears completion under Google, AirTrunk and European Energy agreement

Google, AirTrunk and European Energy Australia have announced that the 25 MW Mulwala Solar Farm in New South Wales is nearing completion and is preparing to begin supplying electricity to Australia's National Electricity Market. The project forms part of a corporate power purchase agreement announced by the three companies in 2023. According to the companies, the solar farm will add new generation capacity to the grid as demand for digital infrastructure, including cloud and AI-related services, continues t

DAMAC Digital says planned data centre landbank reaches 6 GW across 13 countries
GLOBAL 06:28

DAMAC Digital says planned data centre landbank reaches 6 GW across 13 countries

DAMAC Digital has announced that its planned data centre landbank has reached 6,000 MW of IT capacity across 13 countries, spanning North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. The company said its development pipeline now includes more than 35 planned sites as it expands to meet demand associated with AI, cloud computing and digital infrastructure services.

Arelion expands channel programme in Mexico to target wholesale and enterprise
MEXICO 06:25

Arelion expands channel programme in Mexico to target wholesale and enterprise

Arelion has expanded its Conflict-Free Channel Program in Mexico, extending support for regional technology service distributors serving wholesale and enterprise customers. The programme provides access to Arelion's connectivity portfolio, including wavelength services, IP transit and distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) mitigation, through the company's channel partner ecosystem.

AirTrunk to invest USD 21 billion in 3GW data centre deployment in India
INDIA 06:16

AirTrunk to invest USD 21 billion in 3GW data centre deployment in India

Australia's AirTrunk has signed a letter of intent for land allotment in India's western state ‌of Maharashtra for the deployment of a data centre. Overall investments in the project will reach USD 21.05 billion, Reuters reports, citing the Chief Minister of Maharashtra state via a post on X. According to the same source, the the data center will be located in the Raigad Penn Growth Centre, on the outskirts of the financial capital Mumbai.

STT GDC secures first green loan in IDR 8.8 trillion Jakarta data centre expansion
INDONESIA 05:59

STT GDC secures first green loan in IDR 8.8 trillion Jakarta data centre expansion

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) has announced the expansion of its Indonesia financing platform, supporting the development of the STT Jakarta data centre campus, including STT Jakarta 3. The upsized dual-currency facility of IDR 8.8 trillion (approximately USD 500 million) includes a maiden green term loan tranche, marking the company's first green financing in Indonesia.

Telkomsel, TVRI launch Bola Gembira MAXStream TV platform for 2026 World Cup fans
INDONESIA 02:37

Telkomsel, TVRI launch Bola Gembira MAXStream TV platform for 2026 World Cup fans

Indonesian operator Telkomsel has teamed up with TVRI to launch the 'Bola Gembira MAXStream TV' platform for 2026 World Cup fans. This collaboration provides users with access to 104 matches, including highlights and premium content, via the MAXStream TV platform.

Telkomsel celebrates 31st anniversary with mobile data promo
INDONESIA 02:25

Telkomsel celebrates 31st anniversary with mobile data promo

Indonesian operator Telkomsel is celebrating its 31st anniversary on the local market with the launch of a mobile data promotion. The operator is offering 31GB for data access at IDR 31,000 for Simpati users. Telkomsel is also offering 500 GB with a 30-day validity period for IDR 310.

Smart launches new retail stores in Pangasinan, East Ortigas
PHILIPPINES 01:44

Smart launches new retail stores in Pangasinan, East Ortigas

Philippines operator Smart Communications has expanded and modernized its retail presence with the opening of new and upgraded stores in Pangasinan and East Ortigas. These refreshed locations, situated in SM Urdaneta and SM Dagupan, are designed to facilitate access to connectivity services, including digital transactions and general communication tools.

PHILIPPINES 01:28

Globe Telecom launches GFibre Prepaid service on GrabMart with 2-hour order-and-install option

Philippines operator Globe Telecom has partnered with GrabMart to introduce an 'order-and-install' distribution model for its GFibre Prepaid service. Under this collaboration, customers can purchase a prepay fibre connection via the Grab app and receive an on-site installation within two hours of the request.

UZBEKISTAN 2 JUN

Mobiuz expands 5G network in Namangan

Uzbek mobile operator Mobiuz has expanded the coverage of its 5G network in the city and region of Namangan. It has deployed 82 new base stations there, half of them in the city of Namangan. 

KAZAKHSTAN 2 JUN

Kazakhstan's Freedom Holding announces brand transformation

Kazakh company Freedom Holding has announced its transition to a unified brand. This decision is part of a long-term strategy to develop a cohesive digital ecosystem and consolidate the group's businesses under the single Freedom brand. The overhaul aims to strengthen the group's market position, increase service recognition and create a more unified service for clients and partners.

ARMENIA 2 JUN

Eleveight AI opens artificial intelligence factory in Armenia

A data centre specialising in artificial intelligence has been launched by the company Eleveight AI in Armenia, reports Arka. It is located in the municipality Gegharkunik and has been deployed using Nvidia Blackwell B300 technology. It focuses on generative training models and on providing digital services for B2G and B2B customers.

KAZAKHSTAN 2 JUN

Five foreign companies submit bids to construct KazSat-3R satellite

Five foreign companies have submitted bids for the construction of Kazakhstan's KazSat-3R satellite, reports Profit.kz. They are China Great Wall Industry Corporation, Shanghai Engineering Center for Microsatellites, Russian company Glavkosmos, Finnish company ReOrbit and Turkish Aerospace Industries. Invitations were sent out to 40 global companies in December 2025 and a contract is due to be concluded by the end of this year.

CZECH REPUBLIC 2 JUN

T-Mobile Czechia cooperates with sustainable drinking water project Lokni

T-Mobile Czech Republic has started cooperation with the Lokni sustainable drinking water project. Filtered water is now available at the Magenta Experience Centre. The cooperation with Lokni will ensure hydrating refreshment during educational courses and other events at the premises, as well as during children's summer suburban camps.

CZECH REPUBLIC 2 JUN

O2 Czechia introduces O2 Spark line of mobile accessories with launch discount

O2 Czech Republic is offering a new line of O2 Spark premium mobile accessories and is offering a launch discount of 10 percent on any O2 Spark product, for activation on the My O2 application. The ultra-thin O2 MagSafe Compatible 5,000 mAh power bank costs CZK 809 compared with the standard price of CZK 899. The O2 USB-C cable with display is being offered at CZK 341 instead of CZK 379. The O2 38 W car charger with two ports is available for CZK 269 instead of CZK 299. The 10,000 mAh 35 W O2 power bank cos

UKRAINE 2 JUN

Kyivstar starts B2B sales of Starlink services

Ukrainian operator Kyivstar has started official sales of services from Starlink to business and B2G customers in Ukraine. Supplies of end-user terminals are due to be start soon. Sales of the services became possible following an agreement between Kyivstar and Starlink concluded on 06 May. Customers can choose either tariffs for services on Ukrainian networks, or tariffs for foreign use.

SLOVAKIA 2 JUN

SledovanieTV adds football channel BallCasterz to line-up

Slovak online television platform SledovanieTV has expanded its pay-TV line-up by adding the Czech football channel BallCasterz, reports Zive. SledovanieTV has also introduced the opportunity to watch the television channels JimJam and BabyTV in an open window in June.

SLOVAKIA 2 JUN

Antik offers 3 TV channels in open window in June

Slovak operator Antik, headquartered in Kosice, is offering customers three television channels in an open window in June, reports Zive. They are JimJam, Nickelodeon and RiK. 

SLOVAKIA 2 JUN

Orange Slovakia expands 5G SA network coverage beyond 91% of population

Orange Slovakia said that the coverage of its 5G SA network has reached the threshold of 91.2 percent of the country's population, reports Zive. The indicator has earlier amounted to 52.8 percent.

POLAND 2 JUN

Orange Poland offers 6 months' free fixed broadband in Lidl promotion

Orange Poland has introduced a joint promotion with the retail chain Lidl. Customers using the application Lidl Plus will be offered a password, enabling to use free broadband services on a fibre-optical network of the operator for six months. The option is available choosing 600 Mbps to 8 Gbps speed. The promotion is focused on new customers.

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