Kenyan government committee finds mobile money used in 50% of computer fraud cases
KENYA 09:12

Kenyan government committee finds mobile money used in 50% of computer fraud cases

The Kenyan government has urged heightened public vigilance following official findings that mobile money was involved in 50 percent of computer fraud cases reported between February and July. An analysis by the National Computer and Cybercrimes Coordination Committee (NC4) revealed that mobile money served as either the payment method or target destination in 51 out of 102 reviewed cases. The findings were presented during the NC4's 36th meeting, chaired by Raymond Omollo, principal secretary for the minis

TIM Brasil tests 5G Advanced at Rock in Rio 2026
BRAZIL 09:10

TIM Brasil tests 5G Advanced at Rock in Rio 2026

TIM Brasil is upgrading its connectivity infrastructure for Rock in Rio 2026 by deploying more than 120 5G antennas, a 45 percent increase compared to the previous edition, alongside over 110 4G antennas across the city. The operator projects that 5G will account for over 60 percent of total mobile traffic during the seven-day festival in September, with connected terminals expected to exceed 65 percent.

Spain to require 80% hourly renewable power for new data centres - report
SPAIN 09:08

Spain to require 80% hourly renewable power for new data centres - report

Spain's government has approved a draft Royal Decree that would impose strict sustainability, resilience and digital-sovereignty rules on new large data centres, according to sources cited by El Economista. The proposed regulation, now in public consultation, targets facilities with more than 1 MW of power capacity that are not yet connected to the grid, with existing centres set to be exempted.

Infobip introduces SIM-based number verification services
GLOBAL 09:07

Infobip introduces SIM-based number verification services

Infobip has launched a SIM-based number verification solution that brings together mobile network operators and enterprises to take advantage of new mobile network APIs for online security. By utilising the SIM card and mobile network as a trusted identity layer, the platform allows enterprises to replace traditional one-time passwords with silent, low-friction and cryptographically secure authentication. This approach reduces fraud, enhances user experience across cellular and Wi-Fi networks, and streamlin

OVHcloud loses CFO, announces new appointments
FRANCE 08:59

OVHcloud loses CFO, announces new appointments

France-based cloud provider OVHcloud has launched the search for a new chief financial officer following the resignation of Stephanie Besnier, who will leave the company on 31 August after three-and-a-half years in the role. Julien Rabette will act as interim CFO during this transition period.

Asus starts taking pre-orders for upgraded ROG Xbox Ally and Xreal AR glasses bundle
GLOBAL 08:56

Asus starts taking pre-orders for upgraded ROG Xbox Ally and Xreal AR glasses bundle

Asus has commenced pre-orders for its latest gaming handheld computer aligned with Microsoft's Xbox brand. The ROG Xbox Ally X20 will reach retail on 15 October. In the US, it is priced at USD 1,299 for a standalone device. A premium bundle costing USD 2,499 adds Asus's ROG Xreal R1 Edition 20 Gaming augmented reality (AR) Glasses, a 68-watt power adapter, a dbrand Killswitch protector shield for the Ally X20, and a custom Pelican protector case.

Tecto Data Centers expands Fortaleza digital infrastructure
BRAZIL 08:56

Tecto Data Centers expands Fortaleza digital infrastructure

Tecto Data Centers is advancing digital infrastructure in Fortaleza, Brazil by upgrading its data centre interconnect (DCI) between the TFOR2 and TFOR3 facilities with 864 optical fibres using rollable ribbon technology, in partnership with V.tal and Lightera. This high-capacity connection supports the growing demands of cloud computing, AI, and hyperscalers in one of Latin America's primary connectivity hubs.

Subex wins 3-year African deal for HyperSense fraud management
AFRICA 08:54

Subex wins 3-year African deal for HyperSense fraud management

Subex announced a three-year agreement with a major African mobile operator to deploy its AI-powered HyperSense fraud management platform. The operator, part of a global telecommunications group, handles significant mobile money traffic alongside standard mobile network operations. By leveraging Subex's AI-powered HyperSense platform, the unnamed operator is expected to enhance its ability to identify evolving fraud patterns, accelerate investigations, and secure both its mobile network and mobile money ope

Desktop acquires remaining 30% stake in Fasternet
BRAZIL 08:50

Desktop acquires remaining 30% stake in Fasternet

Brazilian regional telecom operator Desktop signed an agreement to acquire the remaining 30 percent minority stake in Sao Paulo-based fibre-optic provider Fasternet for BRL 98 million in a single cash installment. Having previously held a 70 percent share since 2023, Desktop will now become the sole shareholder of Fasternet, fully consolidating its operations and terminating the existing shareholders' agreement. The share transfer is expected to finalize within 15 days, boosting operational and financial ef

Oi confirms bankruptcy following Rio court ruling
BRAZIL 08:48

Oi confirms bankruptcy following Rio court ruling

Brazilian telecommunications firm Oi announced its bankruptcy after the Court of Justice of Rio de Janeiro rejected appeals from creditor banks Bradesco and Itau that sought to continue the company's judicial reorganization. The decision upholds a prior bankruptcy decree originally issued in November 2025 by the 7th Business Court, the effects of which had been temporarily suspended. A second-instance panel of judges finalized the ruling, appointing Adriano Pinto Machado, Sergio Zveiter and Preserva Acao as

Netherlands, Ukraine sign MoU to share cybersecurity operational expertise
NETHERLANDS 08:44

Netherlands, Ukraine sign MoU to share cybersecurity operational expertise

The National Cyber Security Centrum (NCSC) of the Netherlands and Ukraine's State Service of Special Communications and Information Protection (SSSCIP) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on information exchange and sharing expertise. The cooperation is expected to support targeted investments in digital resilience as well as improved awareness and faster responsiveness for cyber incidents.

CP Group signs up AWS to support True cloud operating model
THAILAND 08:37

CP Group signs up AWS to support True cloud operating model

Thailand's CP Group and its companies True and Arise Ventures announced a partnership with Amazon Web Services to support digital transformation at the Thai companies. Through Amazon Web Services (AWS), the five-year collaboration agreement aims to accelerate transformation across CP Group's business, including the migration to a cloud operating model at True.

GHANA 08:35

Malawian delegation visits Ghanaian ICT ministry to learn from digital governance model

A Malawian delegation has visited Ghana's ICT ministry on a study tour, allowing officials from both nations to exchange practical lessons and develop joint strategies for overcoming regional digital adoption hurdles. Stuart Ligomeka, deputy chief secretary at Malawi's Office of the President and Cabinet, led the delegation and praised Ghana as a model for digital governance. Ligomeka explained that a global review of digital integration practices led Malawi to select Ghana due to its notable progress in mo

AFGHANISTAN 08:25

Afghan 4G subscribers surpass 10 million

The number of 4G mobile internet subscribers in Afghanistan has reached nearly 10 million, accounting for 51 percent of all telecommunication service users in the country, Ariana News reported citing an ICT ministry official. Ministry spokesman Inayatullah Alokozay announced on social platform X that Afghanistan currently has around 32 million active SIM cards and approximately 17 million internet users altogether. Nearly 10 million of those users now rely on LTE services, marking a major expansion of high-

GLOBAL 08:14

Kudelski sees first sales growth in 5 years at core pay-TV business

Kudelski Group reported lower results for the first half of 2026 but said the trend was improving, with a return to revenue growth at its Core Digital Security and IoT businesses. Total revenues at the Swiss company fell 1.5 percent year-on-year, to CHF 171.8 million from CHF 174.5 million a year ago, while the EBITDA loss narrowed to CHF 11.5 million from CHF 19.1 million in the same period. 

PERU 08:12

Claro Peru 5G network available nationwide via 1,200 base stations

Claro Peru (America Movil) has activated a total of 1,200 5G base stations across all 24 of the country's departments, extending coverage to around 13.5 million people nationwide. The service can be accessed by users with compatible devices in urban and rural areas alike, said the operator, adding that its leadership in mobile number portability reflects the commercial impact of its network strategy.

UNITED KINGDOM 08:04

Community Fibre survey shows Brits not prepared for landline switch-off

New research from London-based ISP Community Fibre shows that many landline users are still not sure what the analogue phone network switch-off means for their service. The survey of 2,000 UK adults shows that 45 percent do not fully understand what action they need to take to keep their phone service working ahead of the switch-off. Over half said their home phone line is important, with 49 percent of those who value their landline saying it is important in the event of an emergency. More than one third sa

KENYA 08:04

Kenyan government and China's FiberHome deepen telecom partnership

Kenya is expanding its digital infrastructure partnership with Chinese networking vendor FiberHome to accelerate the national digital superhighway roll-out while laying early technical groundwork for future 6G connectivity. Principal secretary for broadcasting and telecommunications Stephen Isaboke noted the tangible benefits of foreign direct investment to  economic growth and digital infrastructure development. Speaking to over 100 telecommunications delegates at the FiberHome world tour workshop 2026 in

GLOBAL 07:56

Dazn launches new NCAA College Sports subscription channel

Dazn has launched a new NCAA College Sports channel, a new dedicated subscription channel bringing premium US college basketball and football to fans in more than 200 global markets outside the US. The launch comes before the start of the new college seasons. Subscribers will have access to college and basketball coverage from leading conferences - including Big Ten, Big 12, SEC, ACC, Big East and Mountain West - plus other college sports content.

GLOBAL 07:50

Qualcomm surpasses 5 GHz clock speed with new Oryon CPU

Qualcomm has announced that its upcoming mobile CPU will achieve fresh heights with core clock speeds of above 5 GHz for the first time in history. The latest-generation Oryon CPU will ship with Qualcomm's upcoming premium Snapdragon mobile chipset. Prior Snapdragon variants, such as the 8 Elite model, have tended to top out at 4.6 GHz clock speeds, with 5 GHz + typically the reserve of full blown personal computers. Qualcomm also promises an improved performance in the instructions per clock (IPC) metric,

NIGERIA 07:47

NITDA launches taskforce to drive Nigeria's sovereign cloud project

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has inaugurated the National Sovereign Cloud Initiative Implementation Taskforce (NSCI-ITF). It will serve as the principal multi-stakeholder body coordinating Nigeria's sovereign cloud strategy to expand domestic data centre capacity, attract private investment and strengthen national digital resilience. The NSCI-ITF will coordinate inter-agency alignment and resolve operational bottlenecks without altering existing regulatory mandates, steerin

SPAIN 07:37

Vodafone Spain handed EUR 1.8 mln fine over GDPR breaches

Spain's data protection authority (AEPD) has fined Vodafone Spain (Zegona) a total of EUR 1.8 million for two separate GDPR breaches involving insecure telephone customer-service procedures and a 2023 cyberattack on its Super WiFi platform. According to sources cited by Cinco Dias, the operator has already paid the fines but is appealing both sanctions to the Audiencia Nacional on the grounds that both incidents were caused by third-party suppliers rather than direct company failings.

INDONESIA 07:35

ReelShort expands to Indonesia with Vidio launch

Indonesia's leading SVOD platform Vidio is adding content from ReelShort, expanding its range of short-form videos. From 01 September, thousands of ReelShort episodes will be available on Vidio via the Short Drama tab and can be accessed by Vidio subscribers on the TV Extra, Platinum, Platinum Extra, and Ultimate packages. As part of the initial rollout, more than 200 titles will be fully dubbed in Indonesian, while the partnership will also see a "sizable" slate of short drama series co-produced with Indon

GERMANY 07:32

Vodafone Germany slashes mobile prices for fixed internet customers in September

Vodafone Germany announced a promotion from 01 September for existing fixed internet customers signing up for a new Mobil XS, S or M postpaid plan. Through the promotion, called Danke-Deal, or Thank You Deal, the Mobil S and M tariffs cost half the usual price for 24 months, and Mobile XS is reduced by 67 percent. Anyone already using a Vodafone broadband connection via cable, DSL or fibre is eligible for the promotion.

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