Ofcom mandates tougher anti-scam messaging rules for UK mobile operators
UNITED KINGDOM 07:46

Ofcom mandates tougher anti-scam messaging rules for UK mobile operators

UK communications regulator Ofcom has introduced new rules requiring mobile operators to strengthen protections against scam text messages and spoofed calls, including mandatory blocking of fraudulent messages, tighter controls on bulk messaging and enhanced checks on business messaging services.

Lyntia upgrades IP backbone with Nokia
SPAIN 07:41

Lyntia upgrades IP backbone with Nokia

Spanish wholesale fibre operator Lyntia Networks said it has completed an upgrade of its IP backbone network using Nokia technology, establishing a unified platform across its transport and services infrastructure. The move will serve to streamline operations, improve scalability and enable greater automation of services for operators, businesses, public sector clients and cloud providers, said the partners.

Sky Perfect Jsat secures Australian carrier licence ahead of broadband satellite launch
AUSTRALIA 07:34

Sky Perfect Jsat secures Australian carrier licence ahead of broadband satellite launch

Japan's Sky Perfect Jsat has obtained an Australian telecommunications carrier licence, paving the way for the company to expand its satellite communications business in the local market. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) granted the licence on 13 July, allowing the company to operate as a licensed carrier under Australia's Telecommunications Act as it prepares to expand satellite connectivity services in Australia.

C1 extends Avaya partnership
UNITED STATES 07:31

C1 extends Avaya partnership

Avaya announced a renewed distribution agreement with C1, extending their over-20-year partnership. This renewal underscores the companies' shared commitment to strengthen and modernize enterprise contact centers and mission-critical communications, the company said. As a premier global partner, US-based C1 delivers and supports the Avaya Infinity and Avaya Nexus platforms, helping organizations choose and implement the right path for their communications systems. 

UK to set social media curfew, disable auto play for 16-17 year-olds
UNITED KINGDOM 07:26

UK to set social media curfew, disable auto play for 16-17 year-olds

The UK government plans to set a night-time curfew on social media for 16- and 17-year-olds, following a pilot project that showed this helped improve sleep and concentration for the teens. Automatic play, infinite scroll and personalised content features also would be disabled for this group, as part of a graduated response to the negative effects of social media apps on young people.

Milan court rejects Inwit bid to suspend Fastweb's exit from tower deal
ITALY 07:23

Milan court rejects Inwit bid to suspend Fastweb's exit from tower deal

Italian mobile towers group Inwit announced that a Milan court has dismissed its request to suspend the decision of Fastweb (Swisscom) to withdraw from a longstanding tower lease contract the day after another judge rejected a similar case brought against Telecom Italia (TIM). In March, both TIM and Fastweb+Vodafone said they intended to end their deals ahead of schedule.

Abu Dhabi government rolls out Copilot to 35,000 civil servants
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 07:09

Abu Dhabi government rolls out Copilot to 35,000 civil servants

The Abu Dhabi Government announced the rollout of Microsoft 365 Copilot across Abu Dhabi's public sector, equipping tens of thousands of government employees with generative AI in their daily tools. Through the Frontier Employee Programme, Abu Dhabi Government deployed Microsoft 365 Copilot to 26,000 civil servants across 27 government entities, building on 9,000 existing licences to reach a total of 35,000. The initiative standardised Microsoft 365 Copilot as the AI productivity platform for the government

Brazil grants Viasat one-year extension to launch GX8 satellite
BRAZIL 07:07

Brazil grants Viasat one-year extension to launch GX8 satellite

Brazil's National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) has agreed to extend the deadline for Viasat Brasil to launch and operate its GX8 geostationary satellite from two to three years. The extension was requested by Viasat due to manufacturing delays. Since the official Right of Exploration has not yet been issued, the new three-year countdown will begin only after the authorisation act is formally published in the Official Gazette.

Airtel Madagascar tests direct-to-cell satellite technology
MADAGASCAR 07:04

Airtel Madagascar tests direct-to-cell satellite technology

Airtel Madagascar, in collaboration with the ICT ministry, has successfully tested direct satellite-to-mobile technology. According to a ministry statement, the live trial showed a WhatsApp video call alongside demonstrations of text messaging, voice calls, and access to digital platforms like Facebook and YouTube. The tests stem from a December 2025 cooperation agreement between Airtel Africa and SpaceX to deploy Starlink's Direct to Cell solution. Airtel stated that the satellite technology is designed to

Data centre operator Switch targets USD 80 bln IPO valuation - report
UNITED STATES 07:03

Data centre operator Switch targets USD 80 bln IPO valuation - report

Data centre operator Switch has hired investment banks to prepare an initial public offering that could raise up to USD 10 billion as early as the fourth quarter and value the company at close to USD 80 billion, including debt, according to Reuters, citing industry sources. Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase have been appointed as lead underwriters for the proposed listing. The size, timing and valuation of the IPO remain under discussion and could change, according to people familiar with the matter.

Nova launches FTTH, mobile services bundle at EUR 36 per month
GREECE 06:58

Nova launches FTTH, mobile services bundle at EUR 36 per month

Nova has introduced its 'Nova more' services bundle in Greece. The offer includes internet connection, as well as fixed-line and mobile services for EUR 36 per month. This price is available for the Fiber 100 plan paired with an unlimited voice calls and SMS mobile plan that includes 5GB of data.

TIM to double mobile data over summer
ITALY 06:56

TIM to double mobile data over summer

Telecom Italia (TIM) is set to launch a new summer offer to promote its TIM Mobile and TIM Mobile Easy range of mobile plans that gives new subscribers double the usual bundle of data, reports Mondo Mobile Web. Under the promo, anyone signing up to the plans from 16 July will receive 200GB of data at 5G speeds, rising to 300GB with automatic payment for the same monthly price of EUR 9.99 a month.

BRAZIL 06:52

Eletronet named inaugural connectivity provider for Scala AI City

Brazilian telecom infrastructure provider Eletronet announced a partnership to become the inaugural connectivity provider for Scala AI City, an AI-focused digital infrastructure hub located in Eldorado do Sul (Rio Grande do Sul). This strategic collaboration will establish a neutral point of presence (PoP) at the campus, providing the resilient, high-bandwidth connectivity essential for demanding AI training and inference operations. 

ISRAEL 06:50

Pelephone signs MoU to acquire Wecom Mobile for ILS 265 mln

Bezeq announced that its subsidiary Pelephone Communications has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding to acquire Wecom Mobile for ILS 265 million on a cash- and debt-free basis. This acquisition is part of the Bezeq Group's broader strategic focus on pursuing growth-driven investments. Bezeq estimates the transaction and its synergies to boost financial results by approximately ILS 50 million in the short term and ILS 100 million in the long term. These projections account for short-term operati

BRAZIL 06:43

TIM Brasil rolls out TIM Play streaming service

TIM Brasil has entered the streaming market with the soft launch of TIM Play, a platform offering live TV channels, on-demand movies and series, and standalone streaming add-ons. Currently in a testing phase with targeted promotions, the platform offers three monthly tiers. The Standard package (BRL 9.90) offers an on-demand library, the Advanced option (BRL 29.90) also includes free-to-air Brazilian TV channels, while the Premium package (BRL 89.90) comes with a broad catalogue including premium cable chan

SERBIA 06:41

Telekom Srbija Group joins ACE anti-piracy group

The Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE) announced that Telekom Srbija Group has joined its membership ranks. This addition bolsters the global anti-piracy coalition's content protection capabilities throughout Southeast Europe and the wider digital media landscape. Telekom Srbija Group serves over 14 million users across 15 international markets, functioning as a telecom provider and a major investor in premium content, including film, TV, and sports. By uniting Telekom Srbija Group's dual exper

UNITED KINGDOM 06:30

BT names BBC executive Uzair Qadeer as chief people & culture officer

BT has appointed Uzair Qadeer, currently group chief people officer at the BBC, as its new chief people & culture officer, succeeding Alison Wilcox, who will return to a portfolio career at the end of the year. The leadership change was announced by Allison Kirkby, chief executive of BT, in a LinkedIn post. Kirkby said Wilcox would hand over to Qadeer at the end of the year. Wilcox said she had returned to BT for a planned period to lead the people & culture team through an important phase of the company's

MALAYSIA 06:07

Time dotcom, LGMS partner on cybersecurity services in Malaysia

Time dotCom, via its TT dotcom subsidiary, has teamed up with LGMS to power Malaysia's cybersecurity ecosystem through digital infrastructure, local cybersecurity expertise and integrated security operations. The partnership combines Time's digital infrastructure, secure connectivity, Managed Security Operations Centre capabilities, and network intelligence with LGMS' expertise in cybersecurity advisory, compliance, threat intelligence, and incident response.

JAPAN 05:58

Local 5G autonomous driving trial completed on Miyako Island

Japan Integration,  has completed a proof-of-concept trial of an autonomous transport service on Miyako Island using a private local 5G network and multi-access edge computing (MEC) as part of Japan's Regional Society DX Promotion Package programme. The project, titled Private 5G-MEC Connected Autonomous Transport Service for Inbound Tourists, was carried out by the Miyako Island Digital Tourism Consortium, comprising Japan Integration, Ectra, the Miyakojima Tourism Association, ANA Akindo's Miyako Branch,

JAPAN 05:54

FamilyMart and NTT begin trial of mobile retail stores in Noto

FamilyMart, NTT Docomo and NTT Docomo Business have launched a pilot programme in Japan's Noto region to test mobile retail stores that can provide shopping services during normal operations and act as communications and disaster support hubs during emergencies. The trial, which began on 15 July, follows the companies' agreement announced in 2025 to explore ways of supporting communities in Ishikawa Prefecture. The mobile stores, based on FamilyMart kitchen trucks, will operate at locations across the Hokur

GREECE 05:53

Vodafone Business launches SASE and Secure SD-WAN services in Greece

Vodafone Business has introduced SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) and Secure SD-WAN services in Greece, expanding its enterprise networking and cybersecurity offerings. Developed by Vodafone Group in collaboration with Fortinet, this offer is designed to enable businesses of all sizes to create a secure networking environment, and support hybrid work and the transition to the cloud.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:51

SKT and SK Biopharm use AI to accelerate early-stage cancer drug discovery

SK Telecom (SKT) and SK Biopharm said they have identified two early-stage drug candidates for a targeted treatment for hard-to-treat cancers through a joint AI-based drug discovery project. The companies said the research focused on identifying binder candidates capable of attaching to ROR1, a cell surface protein associated with several blood cancers and solid tumours. After generating and screening large numbers of candidates using AI, laboratory testing identified two compounds with potential as early-s

JAPAN 05:50

NTT Data launches banking-integrated invoice processing service

NTT Data has launched TetraBRiDGE for Bank, a digital invoice processing service that integrates with corporate internet banking platforms, enabling businesses to manage invoices and execute bank transfers within a single workflow. The service, available from July 2026, integrates with multiple invoice digitisation platforms, including Bill One and invox, allowing users to receive, digitise and manage invoices before submitting payment instructions through the AnserBizSOL corporate internet banking platform

AUSTRALIA 05:48

Australian government to introduce mandatory national standards for AI data centres

The Australian government plans to introduce mandatory national standards governing the development of large-scale AI data centres, including requirements covering site selection, electricity supply, water use and grid impacts. Prime minister Anthony Albanese said the government intends to consolidate existing policies into a single set of Australian Standards for AI. The framework would replace the current non-binding Expectations for Data Centres and AI Infrastructure Developers announced earlier this yea

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