NCC grants unified access service licence to Swift Telephone Network
NIGERIA 07:59

NCC grants unified access service licence to Swift Telephone Network

Swift Telephone Network (STN) has obtained a unified access service licence (UASL) from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). This completes STN's transition from its origins as an informal umbrella call operator into a fully licensed, independent telecommunications company. STN plans to unveil strategic industry partnerships, infrastructure roll-out schedules, and investor engagement programmes in the coming weeks as it initiates full commercial operations as an independent, UASL-licensed operator.

Canadian cloud distributor Sherweb expands in Ireland, UK
IRELAND 07:56

Canadian cloud distributor Sherweb expands in Ireland, UK

Sherweb, Canadian cloud distributor and technology services provider, is expanding its presence in the UK and Ireland. Irish IT solutions provider MicroWarehouse (MWH), acquired in 2024, is now operating under the Sherweb name. This marks the next stage of its international expansion strategy, with Ireland becoming the group's European headquarters. 

Dotlines reports group revenue of GBP 9.2 million for H1 2026
UNITED KINGDOM 07:49

Dotlines reports group revenue of GBP 9.2 million for H1 2026

Dotlines Global, UK-based technology group, has reported revenue of GBP 9.2 million for the six months to 30 June 2026, down from GBP 9.2 million in 1st-half 2024; with adjusted EBITDA down to GBP 1 million, from GBP 1.4 million. Adjusted profit before tax was GBP 0.5 million, compared to GBP 0.7 million a year earlier. In ended the period with cash and equivalents of GBP 60,000, compared to GBP 50,000 at end-June 2025. The announcement of the interim results follows the group's admission to the AIM on 11 M

Sateliot to launch five new satellites for 5G IoT network
SPAIN 07:48

Sateliot to launch five new satellites for 5G IoT network

Spanish satellite operator Sateliot announced the imminent launch of five satellites aboard a SpaceX Falcon, taking its constellation to 11. The Draconis mission is scheduled to lift off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on 01 October and is expected to double daily passes over a given area while halving revisit times for Sateliot's 5G IoT service.

Local authorities urge EU to devise clear framework for copper-fibre transition
EUROPE 07:40

Local authorities urge EU to devise clear framework for copper-fibre transition

Nineteen European associations and organisations from the municipal, business, energy, digital and infrastructure sectors are calling on the European Union to create a clear and predictable framework for the transition from copper to fibre-optic networks across the continent. Their joint statement urges European policymakers to maintain the positive direction of the Digital Networks Act (DNA) towards a "full-fibre future" through a "rule-based copper switch-off framework".

KPN promotes Stammeijer to CFO, Cibic becomes CTO
NETHERLANDS 07:38

KPN promotes Stammeijer to CFO, Cibic becomes CTO

KPN veteran Wouter Stammeijer has been promoted to chief financial officer from 01 November. This follows the announcement in July that Chris Figee is leaving KPN to become CFO at ASM International. Stammeijer was already COO at KPN, and the Dutch operator announced Vladimir Cibic as his replacement, in the role of chief technology officer from November. 

UK data regulator transitions to new governance, opens new Manchester HQ
UNITED KINGDOM 07:38

UK data regulator transitions to new governance, opens new Manchester HQ

The Information Commissioner's Office (ICPO) has been succeeded as the UK's data protection regulator by the Information Commission from 30 September. The new Information Commission assumes the ICO's functions, modernising the regulator's governance. Until now, the ICO had worked as a corporation sole, with all statutory responsibilities and powers laying with the Information Commissioner. With immediate effect, these functions have transferred to the Information Commission, which has executive and non-exec

Telefonica Spain restructures operations into three units
SPAIN 07:20

Telefonica Spain restructures operations into three units

Telefonica has approved a simplification of its operating model in Spain into three independent units (B2B Spain, B2C Spain and Wholesale Spain) with a view to accelerating growth and scaling digital services internationally. The restructuring, approved by the board on the proposal of chairman and CEO Marc Murtra, will integrate support functions into corporate areas and speed up decision-making, said the company.

IIJ adds six services to Japanese govt cloud procurement programmes
JAPAN 07:15

IIJ adds six services to Japanese govt cloud procurement programmes

Internet Initiative Japan (IIJ) has added six services to two Japanese government programmes covering cloud security assessment and public-sector procurement. Three services have been added to the Information System Security Management and Assessment Program (ISMAP) Cloud Service List: IIJ Cloud Data Platform Service, IIJ Managed Database Service and IIJ Secure MX Service for Government. The registrations recognise services that meet the security requirements of the Japanese government's cloud assessment pr

KDDI and Toyama Grouses launch AI-led arena smart city project
JAPAN 07:08

KDDI and Toyama Grouses launch AI-led arena smart city project

KDDI and Japanese professional basketball team Toyama Grouses will launch a project to use AI and digital technologies to develop the area around YKK AP Arena in Toyama City, thereby increasing the arena's use beyond match days. The project begins on 3 October and will combine KDDI's smart-city experience with digital services and connectivity at the arena. Planned initiatives include an AI-based spectator planning service, a community activities platform, an arena app, smart lockers and Wi-Fi infrastructur

SoftBank completes USD 3.1 bn acquisition of DigitalBridge
UNITED STATES 07:01

SoftBank completes USD 3.1 bn acquisition of DigitalBridge

SoftBank Group has completed its acquisition of DigitalBridge, a global alternative asset manager focused on digital infrastructure, in a transaction valued at approximately USD 3.1 billion. SoftBank said the acquisition of all outstanding common stock was completed on 30 September 2026. DigitalBridge is now a controlled subsidiary of SoftBank Group and will continue to operate as a separately managed platform led by Marc Ganzi, CEO of DigitalBridge. DigitalBridge's financial position and results will be in

EU plans 5G and satellite network for cross-border emergency services
EUROPE 06:53

EU plans 5G and satellite network for cross-border emergency services

The European Commission has put forward plans to set up a new EU Critical Communication System (EUCCS) using 5G, satellites and mobile communications units to connect police, firefighters, medical services and civil protection teams during emergencies. The system would allow first responders to communicate securely across borders and share data, video, messages and geolocation in real time, including when terrestrial networks are unavailable.

UNITED STATES 06:51

Astranis secures USD 468 mln US financing to expand satellite production

US satellite operator Astranis has secured a USD 468 million credit facility from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) to expand domestic production and launch of geostationary orbit (GEO) satellites. The financing will be used to increase Astranis' US manufacturing capacity as it fulfils existing orders and seeks additional contracts for dedicated satellite connectivity services. The company said it currently has customers including Gulf Space Technology in Thailand, Chunghwa Telecom in Taiwa

UNITED STATES 06:40

Paramount names new co-CEO ahead of Warner merger closing 06 October

Paramount Skydance announced that its planned takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery will close on 06 October. The company confirmed that WBD shareholders will receive a pro rata additional payment for the number of days past 30 September, after Paramount failed to complete the deal by the end of Q3 as promised. Paramount also announced that it has hired Ynon Kreiz as co-CEO of the merged company, alongside David Ellison. 

FRANCE 06:09

French watchdog notifies concerns over competition practices in pay-TV probe

France's competition watchdog has issued an update on an ongoing investigation into the alleged imposition of unfair trading conditions in the pay-TV sector. News of the probe emerged in late 2024, when the authority outlined its action without disclosing the details or parties concerned. The probe has now progressed with a formal notification to the player involved, allowing it to exercise its rights of defence.

JAPAN 05:17

NTT Data launches cybersecurity support pilot for Japanese businesses

NTT Data has launched a one-year pilot programme to help small and medium-sized businesses in Japan improve their cybersecurity and prepare for the country's Supply Chain Security (SCS) Evaluation System. The programme, which began in October, is being conducted as part of the government's Cyber Security Otasuketai Service demonstration project. NTT Data expects up to 80 companies to participate and is working with regional financial institutions, chambers of commerce, IT companies and security specialists.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:15

SKT uses AI to shape October T Membership benefits

SK Telecom (SKT) is using an internally developed marketing AI agent to analyse customer behaviour and trends and help shape its T Membership benefits for October. Its AI agent analyses membership usage by age, gender and membership tier, along with traffic and log data from the T Membership app and search and consumption trends. It uses this information to propose benefit concepts and potential brands by category.

SINGAPORE 05:13

Singtel launches token-based AI service for enterprises

Singtel's RE:AI sovereign AI cloud business has launched an AI Token-as-a-Service (TaaS) offering in Singapore, providing enterprises with access to AI models, infrastructure, orchestration and governance through a token-based consumption model. Singtel said the managed service is designed to address the cost and management challenges associated with deploying multiple AI models, as well as data sovereignty requirements. It is delivered through Singtel's technology stack, including its AI data centres, terr

JAPAN 05:12

NTT Docomo Business moves shared database platform to Oracle cloud

NTT Docomo Business has migrated its internal shared database platform to Oracle Autonomous AI Database on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), with the move reducing database licence costs by 43 percent, according to Oracle Japan. The platform is used by 12 internal systems supporting functions including network management, security and service operations. The database environment spans several tens of terabytes and is connected to around 400 servers.

NEW ZEALAND 05:10

NZ regulator flags competition concerns over 2degrees and One NZ RAN j-v

New Zealand's Commerce Commission is investigating whether a proposed joint venture between 2degrees and One New Zealand could weaken competition in mobile markets and RAN equipment procurement. The Commission published its Statement of Preliminary Issues on 1 October, outlining the areas it will investigate before deciding whether to clear the proposed RANCo joint venture.

AUSTRALIA 05:04

Australian operators to activate Temporary Disaster Roaming

Australia's three mobile network operators, Telstra, Optus and TPG Telecom, are ready to activate Temporary Disaster Roaming (TDR) from 1 October, allowing customers to connect to another participating network during eligible natural disasters when their usual mobile network is unavailable. Industry group, the Australian Telecommunications Alliance (ATA) said TDR is intended for designated regional and remote areas where another mobile network has sufficient coverage and capacity to support additional custo

JAPAN 04:53

Xperia 10 VIII to launch across Japan's three major mobile operators

Sony's Xperia 10 VIII smartphone will launch through Japan's three major mobile operators on 8 October, with KDDI, NTT Docomo and SoftBank all opening reservations on 1 October. KDDI and Okinawa Cellular will sell the 5G handset through the au network, while NTT Docomo will offer the Xperia 10 VIII SO-52G and SoftBank will sell the Xperia 10 VIII through its mobile service. Sony's Japanese product listing currently identifies operator versions for au, Docomo and SoftBank, as well as a SIM-free model.

UNITED STATES 04:51

SK Hynix says no decisions made on Solidigm capital plans

South Korean chip giant SK Hynix has said no decisions have been made on the future capital structure of its US-based Solidigm business, following reports that the NAND and enterprise SSD company could pursue external funding ahead of a potential US listing. The company said that Solidigm was reviewing measures to strengthen its competitiveness, but that "no matters have been determined" regarding its future business operations or capital utilisation.

JAPAN 04:48

7-Eleven partners with SoftBank on AI and communications infrastructure

Seven & i Holdings and 7-Eleven Japan have entered strategic partnerships with SoftBank, PayPay and LY Corporation, alongside a separate partnership with Sumitomo Mitsui Card, to develop digital services and infrastructure across 7-Eleven's Japanese store network. The partnership will focus in part on applying SoftBank's AI, communications, security and digital transformation technologies to 7-Eleven's more than 20,000 stores in Japan. The companies said the work will extend to store operations, supply chai

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