Mas Movil Panama to launch Starlink-backed D2C service
PANAMA 09:12

Mas Movil Panama to launch Starlink-backed D2C service

Panamanian operator Mas Movil (+Movil) has reached an agreement with Starlink, the satellite internet division of Starlink, to launch the country's first satellite mobile connectivity (D2C) service later this year, reports DPL News. The deal was announced at the ninth edition of Move On technology event organised by Cable & Wireless Panama (CWP) and C&W Business. CWP, a subsidiary of Liberty Latin America, is already selling Starlink services via its B2B portfolio.

Ghana and US hold talks to advance satellite technology and AI framework
GHANA 09:11

Ghana and US hold talks to advance satellite technology and AI framework

Ghana's ICT ministry has held talks with a US government delegation to deepen bilateral cooperation in digital transformation. The discussions focused on satellite technology governance, artificial intelligence strategy, and digital skills development to advance both nations' technological goals, the ministry said in a statement. The US delegation included National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) representatives alongside US embassy officials. 

Nigeria drafts new rules to support MVNO market
NIGERIA 09:09

Nigeria drafts new rules to support MVNO market

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has released a comprehensive draft of business rules for mobile virtual network operations in Nigeria for public consultation. The rules aim to eliminate commercial and technical barriers that have stalled the virtual mobile operator market, including lengthy onboarding negotiations with network operators. Nearly three years after MVNO licensing began, only two out of 46 licensed operators have successfully launched services, prompting this regulatory interventio

Orange Cote d'Ivoire and UNDP partner to promote digital transformation and inclusion
COTE D'IVOIRE 09:01

Orange Cote d'Ivoire and UNDP partner to promote digital transformation and inclusion

Orange Cote d'Ivoire and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have launched a strategic partnership to accelerate digital transformation and foster inclusive innovation nationwide. The collaboration leverages digital technology to expand opportunities for youth and women. The partnership focuses on expanding digital access, strengthening local innovation ecosystems, and driving widespread participation in the digital economy. Both organizations emphasized that this collaboration accelerates Cote

France pledges EUR 1.5 bln in new funds towards quantum and advanced microchips
FRANCE 08:59

France pledges EUR 1.5 bln in new funds towards quantum and advanced microchips

French president Emmanuel Macron announced further investment to advance the country's capabilities in two sectors seen as critical to national sovereignty. An additional EUR 1 billion via the 'France 2030' programme will support the quantum strategy, while EUR 550 million will contribute to a wider European initiative focused on AST (Advanced Semiconductor Technologies). Macron used a speech on 22 May to reassert his conviction that French and European spending in these strategic sectors must increase "mas

Cran summons Telecom Namibia over broadband service disruptions
NAMIBIA 08:56

Cran summons Telecom Namibia over broadband service disruptions

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has summoned Telecom Namibia following a series of severe, recurring fixed-broadband data network disruptions nationwide. While CRAN acknowledged Telecom Namibia's public updates and ongoing technical recovery efforts, the regulator expressed serious concern over the persistent outages affecting consumers across the country. The regulator said the scale of these disruptions threatens Telecom Namibia's financial viability and compromises its ability t

Ericsson hails Sweden-US tech prosperity deal, unveils plans for new Stockholm HQ
SWEDEN 08:55

Ericsson hails Sweden-US tech prosperity deal, unveils plans for new Stockholm HQ

Ericsson has welcomed the agreement of a Tech Prosperity Deal between the US and Sweden, marking the fourth such framework entered into by the federal US administration. The Tech Prosperity Deal underpins strategic collaboration between the two nations in telecom and technology frontiers, including 5G and 6G innovation, artificial intelligence and advanced research. The agreement, signed 22 May by Swedish foreign minister Maria Stenergard and US secretary of state Marco Rubio, follows earlier US Tech Prospe

Meeza acquires majority stake in Black Arrow to power complex infrastructure
QATAR 08:53

Meeza acquires majority stake in Black Arrow to power complex infrastructure

Qatari IT services provider Meeza has acquired a majority stake in Black Arrow to expand its technology integration capabilities. Black Arrow is a Qatar-based specialist in extra-low voltage (ELV), security, audiovisual, and operational technology. This acquisition enables Meeza to deliver fully integrated information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) solutions, the company said.

Brazilian ICT distribution sector grows 7% in 2025
BRAZIL 08:52

Brazilian ICT distribution sector grows 7% in 2025

The Brazilian ICT distribution market grew by 7 percent in 2025, reaching a total turnover of BRL 30.7 billion. According to a joint study by IT Data and the Brazilian Association of Information Technology Distribution (Abradisti), which represents 87 percent of the market, this growth was primarily fuelled by corporate spending. This offset sluggish procurement in the public sector, which accounts for roughly 20 percent of domestic ICT investments.

Quickline shareholder considers bid for Kcom - report
UNITED KINGDOM 08:46

Quickline shareholder considers bid for Kcom - report

Northleaf Capital Partners is considering a takeover of UK regional operator Kcom, The Times reported citing people familiar with the investment firm's plans. The acquisition could strengthen Northleaf's existing investment in the fibre operator Quickline, which is already active in nearby areas with its FTTH roll-out.

TIM Brasil collects 67 tons of e-waste
BRAZIL 08:38

TIM Brasil collects 67 tons of e-waste

TIM Brasil said it collected 66.8 tons of consumer electronic waste, boosted by the partnership with the Brazilian Association for Recycling of Electronics and Household Appliances (ABREE). The partnership enabled the scaling of TIM's drop-off network to encompass over 540 collection points across Brazil, at corporate offices, official retail stores, and authorised resellers.

Zain Bahrain offers Starlink enterprise services
BAHRAIN 08:37

Zain Bahrain offers Starlink enterprise services

Zain Bahrain has started offering Starlink enterprise services as an authorized reseller, providing low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity to boost business resilience. The service is available through several flexible commercial options, targeting environments where uptime and performance are critical. This launch strengthens Zain Bahrain's position as a provider of enterprise digital solutions, offering global satellite services enhanced by local expertise, operational resilience, and fully managed

ITALY 08:34

Nearly 95% of Spanish smartphone owners using WhatsApp - study

WhatsApp continued as far and away the most popular instant messaging service in Spain, used by some 94.6 percent of smartphone owners who regularly connect to the internet, according to a survey conducted by telecom regulator CNMC corresponding to the second half of 2025. Instagram followed with 27.6 percent, Telegram with 17.4 percent, Facebook Messenger with 14.1 percent and Discord with 3.0 percent.

AFRICA 08:32

Qhala, Amini AI, Angani and iXAfrica partner to host Qubit Hub

Qhala, Amini AI, Angani and iXAfrica Data Centres have collaborated to host Qubit Hub at iXAfrica's NBOX1 facility. Incubated by Qhala under Qtrust, Qubit Hub is an African AI research and development lab. It brings together researchers, technologists, data scientists, policymakers, and builders to develop practical AI solutions tailored for the continent. 

GLOBAL 08:24

Anthropic updates on Glasswing progress in tracking cybersecurity bugs

Anthropic has provided a glimpse at early partner activity in its AI cybersecurity initiative, Project Glasswing, which aims to leverage its frontier AI model Claude Mythos Preview AI model to identify software bugs at unprecedented scale. With over 50 partners enrolled in the initiative, including the likes of Verizon, Broadcom, Cisco, Apple, Google, Microsoft and AWS, the ecosystem is mainly formed of stakeholders responsible for foundational internet software. With this approach, Anthropic hopes to promo

GLOBAL 08:21

Via Licensing calls for partners in NAND patent pool

Via Licensing is introducing a new NAND memory licensing programme, as part of efforts to expand in the data centre and AI infrastructure market. Garrard Beeney, a leader of Sullivan & Cromwell's IP practice for over two decades, was hired to serve as licensing counsel for Via's data centre efforts. 

ITALY 08:17

Open Fiber debuts 'The Fiber Life' ad campaign

Italian wholesale operator Open Fiber has launched a new advertising campaign dubbed "The Fiber Life" to highlight the role of connectivity in everyday life for individuals, businesses and communities across the country. Developed with Saatchi & Saatchi and production company Think Cattleya, and supported by generative artificial intelligence, the campaign marks a new phase focused on expanding the company's fibre network and related services, said Open Fiber. It will run across television, radio, digital p

FRANCE 08:16

Iliad's Scaleway intros quantum adoption programme with French start-up QbitSoft

Iliad's cloud subsidiary Scaleway announced the launch of a joint initiative aimed at accelerating the adoption of quantum computing on its cloud infrastructure. The company is collaborating with quantum‑as‑a‑service specialist QbitSoft, a France‑based start‑up founded in 2022 and selected to be part of the country's 'French Tech 2030' scheme in 2025. The two partners are targeting businesses with little or no prior quantum knowledge by offering a programme that helps participants identify, prototype and sc

IRAQ 08:14

Zain Iraq and Next Generation Company launch e-commerce platform Zain Mart

Zain Iraq and Next Generation Company have launched Zain Mart, an e-commerce app and website allowing users to browse and purchase electronics and home appliances from global brands. The platform features flexible 'Buy Now, Pay Later' payments, exclusive discounts, and fast delivery to build customer trust. Zain Mart reflects Zain Iraq's strategy to move beyond traditional telecom services by introducing innovative digital solutions that address the rising demand for e-commerce and drives the growth of Iraq

BRAZIL 08:09

Brazil plans new 5G funding auction 17 June

Through a joint effort by Brazil's Ministry of Communications, Anatel, and Seja Digital, BRL 20 million will be deployed to expedite the rollout of broadband and mobile connectivity to 120 remote areas across 17 states. The official bidding notice has been published, and the auction is scheduled for 17 June. The funds will target hard-to-reach, under-served regions in states such as Paraiba, Pernambuco, Amapa, Parana, Bahia, and Maranhao. The project specifically prioritises agricultural settlements, indige

GERMANY 08:04

Tele Columbus divests 51% stake in MDCC Magdeburg-City-Com

Tele Columbus has divested its 51 percent stake in MDCC Magdeburg-City-Com to Stadtische Werke Magdeburg (SWM). Tele Columbus said it is selling its stake in the company to focus on its strategic core business. The company  is allocating the proceeds from the stake sale to further expand the fibre-optic network.

ANGOLA 08:03

Unitel rebuts claim of Africell mobile network lead

Angolan operator Unitel has rebutted a report in daily Expansao that claims Africell is the best mobile internet performer in Angola.Unitel points out that the article relied on a single nPerf report while ignoring other metrics within that same study where Unitel still outperformed Africell. Additionally, the report overlooked that Ookla awarded Unitel the Speedtest Award for the best mobile network in Angola and Central Africa. For the same period, Ookla's data showed Unitel led Africell by over 30 percen

BRAZIL 07:56

V.tal joins bidding for Oi Solucoes - report

Five companies have formally registered to participate in the auction for Oi Solucoes, the corporate connectivity and IT division of Brazilian operator Oi, reported daily O Estado de Sao Paulo. In a last-minute development, BTG Pactual-backed fibre and data centre operator V.tal entered the race, joining established telecom players TIM, Vivo, Claro, and Sercomtel.

AUSTRALIA 07:45

Australia and UK sign AI cooperation agreement on safety and security

The Australian and UK governments have signed an MoU aimed at strengthening cooperation on AI safety, security and governance through closer collaboration between their respective AI institutes. The agreement was signed during a visit to Australia by UK AI minister Kanishka Narayan and Australia's assistant minister for science, technology and the digital economy Dr Andrew Charlton. Under the arrangement, Australia's AI Safety Institute and the UK's AI Security Institute will work together on areas includin

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