Netgear sales slump 9% in Q3 on supply challenges
GLOBAL 09:35

Netgear sales slump 9% in Q3 on supply challenges

Netgear recorded a 9.3 percent fall in net sales in its third quarter to 27 September. Net revenues fell to USD 167.4 million from USD 184.6 million one year earlier, but finished within Netgear's USD 165-175 million guidance. The performance included a 22.9 percent contraction in the service provider distribution channel, a decrease slightly sharper than anticipated.  The firm is grappling with cost inflation driven in part by the memory components shortage, with the biggest effects impacting its consumer

Megafon, Beeline Russia cover airports with 5G
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 09:25

Megafon, Beeline Russia cover airports with 5G

Russian operator Megafon said that it has covered Vnukovo Airport in Moscow and Koltsovo Airport in Yekaterinburg with its 5G network. Broadband at up to 1 Gbps is availabe in Vnukovo. 

Beeline Uzbekistan opens data centre in Bukhara
UZBEKISTAN 09:24

Beeline Uzbekistan opens data centre in Bukhara

Beeline Uzbekistan, a subsidiary of Veon Group, said that it has launched its data centre in the Bukhara region. The project, backed by USD 40 million in private investment, was implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Digital Technologies of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Located in the Kagan district, the new data centre will  become part of Beeline Uzbekistan's geographically distributed backup infrastructure. This will help improve the reliability and continuity of services. The project also provide

Gulf Space revenue jumps 23% in Q3 on Thai military radio system project
THAILAND 09:23

Gulf Space revenue jumps 23% in Q3 on Thai military radio system project

Asian satellite operator Gulf Space Technology (previously Thaicom) reported revenue from sales and services of THB 611 million for the third quarter of 2026, which represents an increase of 22.9 percent from THB 497 million in the second quarter of this year. The increase was primarily driven by revenue recognized from the IP Microwave Radio System installation project for the Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters.

IDC increases forecast for global telecom service revenues on higher inflation
GLOBAL 09:22

IDC increases forecast for global telecom service revenues on higher inflation

Worldwide spending on telecommunication and pay-TV services will reach USD 1.585 trillion in 2026, up 2.3 percent from the previous year, according to the latest research from IDC. Its growth forecast is half a percentage point more optimistic than earlier this year, amid expected price increases to keep up with the higher inflation. 

Safaricom expands Family Share Plan to Kisumu
KENYA 09:21

Safaricom expands Family Share Plan to Kisumu

Safaricom has expanded its Family Share plan to Home Fibre subscribers in Kisumu county, marking the first phase of a nationwide rollout following the plan's debut in Nairobi in October.

CoopVoce debuts EUR 5 a month plan with 50GB, gifts activation
ITALY 09:20

CoopVoce debuts EUR 5 a month plan with 50GB, gifts activation

The MVNO of Italian supermarket chain Coop has launched a time-limited plan with 50 GB of 4G data for EUR 5 a month with free activation and SIM card. The Digital Smart 50 offer is available to new customers who port their number to the operator.

O2 Czechia offers dedicated Wi-Fi network for IoT devices on Smart Box
CZECH REPUBLIC 09:11

O2 Czechia offers dedicated Wi-Fi network for IoT devices on Smart Box

O2 Czech Republic has expanded the capabilities of its Smart Box router by adding a separate Wi-Fi network designed exclusively for Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The devices can now operate on a separate network and do not have to share the same Wi-Fi as phones, computers, or work laptops - devices often used for handling sensitive data, online shopping, or internet banking.

Smart launches PureVoice AI-based noise cancellation service for voice calls
PHILIPPINES 09:09

Smart launches PureVoice AI-based noise cancellation service for voice calls

Philippine operator Smart Communications has introduced an AI-based noise cancellation service dubbed 'PureVoice'. Initially available to subscribers of the operator's premium postpaid brand Smart Infinity, the service will be extended to a wider subscriber base in the coming months, the operator said.

Italy's Ops! Mobile introduces family convergent offer
ITALY 09:09

Italy's Ops! Mobile introduces family convergent offer

Italian MVNO Ops! Mobile has launched a new convergent offer dubbed Ops! Family that allows subscribers to combine a fibre plan with up to five mobile SIMs in a single invoice. The plan costs EUR 24.99 a month with a single SIM and is reduced by EUR 1 a month for every SIM added.

FilmMania launches in Poland on 01 December
POLAND 09:09

FilmMania launches in Poland on 01 December

AMC Global Media Central Europe announced that its TV channel SundanceTV will debut under the name FilmMania in Poland on 01 December. The rebranding will be accompanied by a new visual identity and an expanded programming offering combining Hollywood blockbusters, cinema classics and series. FilmMania will focus on a diversity of genres and stories that move, entertain and keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

Poland and South Korea agree AI development partnership
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 09:07

Poland and South Korea agree AI development partnership

Poland's Ministry of Digital Affairs announced a collaboration with the Republic of Korea under the Knowledge Sharing Programme (KSP), focusing on regulatory sandboxes for artificial intelligence. Deputy Minister of Digital Affairs Dariusz Standerski met with representatives from the South Korean Ministry of Economy and Finance (MOEF) and the Korea Development Institute (KDI). This partnership aims to accelerate the adoption of AI within the Polish economy and facilitate the development of innovative soluti

POLAND 08:56

Play launches seasonal offer with free Netflix

Polish operator Play, controlled by Iliad, has launched a seasonal offer for households combining fixed broadband and two years of Netflix access as a bonus, along with discounts on TV sets. New Play customers get two years of Netflix access at no extra cost. The offer applies to all internet speed tiers: 300 Mbps, 600 Mbps, 1 Gbps, 5 Gbps, and 8 Gbps. Starting from PLN 65 per month, the contract term is 24 months. Additionally, those who choose a fibre-optic plan with speeds of 1 Gbps or higher also get ac

SLOVAKIA 08:56

Antik to launch broadband plan with 4 Gbps

Slovak operator Antik Telekom is preparing to expand its service portfolio with a new fibre-optic plan with up to 4 Gbps broadband speed, complementing its existing 1 Gbps and 10 Gbps plans, reports Zive. Initially, the new service will be available primarily for private residences in selected locations. The operator also expects to make it available in some apartment buildings, with further locations to be added over time.However, the cost of such a connection is not yet known. The company stated that it w

NETHERLANDS 08:53

UnitedConsumers launches broadband, mobile offer on VodafoneZiggo network

UnitedConsumers, a collective purchase group in the Netherlands, is expanding its offering with broadband, TV and Sim-only mobile services. It's working with VodafoneZiggo as mobile and fixed network provider and has a similar offer of double data for customers who take both fixed and mobile services. 

IRAQ 08:52

CMC suspends Korek Telecom network in 14 provinces

Iraq's Communications and Media Commission (CMC) has announced the shutdown of Korek Telecom's main exchanges, suspending network coverage in fourteen governorates, Iraqi News reported. Iraq has nineteen governorates. The action follows the CMC's repeated accusations that the company failed to meet its contractual obligations. Korek vowed to challenge what it called an "arbitrary decision" in court, reserving the right to seek compensation for all resulting damages. 

ITALY 08:48

Inwit challenges Fastweb + Vodafone tower lease termination claims

Italian tower operator Inwit has issued a statement disputing claims put forward by Swisscom, owner of Fastweb + Vodafone, in its third-quarter financial results regarding the early termination of a tower lease contract in March 2028. Inwit said the early termination of the corresponding master services agreement (MSA) remains contested in pending litigation, adding that any valid exit would require a complete and agreed handover of sites.

SOUTH AFRICA 08:45

MultiChoice South Africa discontinues 16 channels in 2026

MultiChoice's DStv has discontinued sixteen channels in South Africa since the beginning of 2026 as part of package streamlining efforts to cut costs amid declining revenue, ITWeb reported. The cuts follow more than five years of cost rationalisation before the broadcaster's acquisition by Canal Plus.

TURKEY 08:40

Turk Telekom Q3 revenues jump 12% as subscriber base nears 59 million

Turk Telekom posted third-quarter revenues of TRY 86.4 billion, which represents an increase of 11.9 percent year-on-year. EBITDA rose 6.9 percent year-on-year to TRY 37 billion with 42.9 percent EBITDA margin. Net income was TL 7.7 billion. Turk Telekom said the largest contribution to consolidated revenue growth came from ICT project revenues, while year-on-year increases in fixed broadband and corporate data revenues continued to support consolidated revenue growth as in previous quarters.

RWANDA 08:30

MTN Rwanda revenue rises 20% in Q3

MTN Rwanda said its revenue increased by 19.8 percent to RWF 261.28 billion in the third quarter ended September from RWF 218.06 billion, driven in large part by its fintech division. This growth was underpinned by disciplined commercial execution, sustained subscriber expansion and strict cost efficiency. The operator executed an expense efficiency programme that successfully offset inflationary cost pressures, facilitating profitability gains.

GLOBAL 08:22

Motorola debuts Moto Watch 2 Fit and Moto Buds 2 Ultra

Motorola has followed the launch of its Signature 27 flagship handset with the introduction of the Moto Watch 2 Fit and Moto Buds 2 Ultra in partnership with wearables fitness company Polar and audio specialist Bose. The watch incorporates Polar health and fitness technology, whereas the earbuds feature Bose audio tuning and active noise cancellation.

EUROPE 08:21

Elisa joins Connect Europe board, Tas confirmed as chairman

Connect Europe, the association of European telecom operators, has reconfirmed Proximus's Steven Tas as its chairman at the group's annual assembly. He has served on the board for over a decade and will chair it again for another year. The meeting also elected Andrei Nahkala, VP of Public Affairs at Finnish operator Elisa, as a new member of the executive board. 

GLOBAL 07:57

Viasat trims FY outlook aftet EBITDA falls 4% in Q2

Viasat reported revenue for its fiscal second quarter to September of USD 1.2 billion, up 3 percent from a year earlier thanks to growth in the defense sector. Sale in the Defense and Advanced Technologies segment jumped 20 percent year-on-year, compared to a 3 percent fall in the Communication Services segment. Adjusted EBITDA for the group was down 4 percent to USD 370 million, and its net loss widened to USD 29 million from USD 61 million due to an increased tax provision, higher R&D spending and higher

INDIA 07:54

India launches centralised geospatial platform to monitor mobile, broadband network performance

Indian telecoms regulator TRAI has launched the Network Anubhav Platform. This geospatial dashboard brings together consumer-generated network test results and data from the regulator's independent drive tests. The platform also provides web-based access to Do Not Disturb (DND) services.

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