KDDI launches AI service for commercial property development
JAPAN 07:33

KDDI launches AI service for commercial property development

KDDI has launched an AI service that uses location and demographic data to support research, market analysis and strategy planning for commercial property developments, developed with JR West SC Development's expertise. KDDI Market Compass combines anonymised location data and customer attributes with JR West SC Development's experience in analysing catchment areas, competitors and consumer needs. The service can generate hypotheses covering target customers, facility concepts and tenant strategies, as well

O2 Spain cuts price of Movistar Plus to EUR 6 a month
SPAIN 07:32

O2 Spain cuts price of Movistar Plus to EUR 6 a month

Telefonica Spain's O2 brand has followed the launch of a new entry-level mobile tariff by discounting the cost of its Movistar Plus IPTV offering for existing fibre-only and convergent subscribers. Under the offer, customers can sign up to the full Movistar Plus OTT service as an additional package for EUR 6 a month, compared to the usual price of EUR 9.99.

Megafon launches video surveillance system in Kyzyl
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 07:29

Megafon launches video surveillance system in Kyzyl

Megafon has begun trialling smart urban video surveillance in Kyzyl. The operator has installed 20 cameras and connected them to the video surveillance network, in order to enhance security measures in the city. Eventually, the system will integrate 142 cameras. Special software analyses incoming data in real time and automatically sends alerts about emergency situations to relevant services.

PNG DataCo, Digicel PNG sign five-year bandwidth deal
PAPUA NEW GUINEA 07:29

PNG DataCo, Digicel PNG sign five-year bandwidth deal

Papua New Guinea operator PNG DataCo and Digicel PNG have signed a five-year agreement where DataCo will provide the mobile operator with increased wholesale bandwidth and network support, according to The National, citing company sources. The agreement covers additional capacity across DataCo's long-haul, international and metropolitan fibre services, supporting mobile sites and data services and preparing the network for future technologies including 5G.

Tencent to launch first Cloud Region in Malaysia
MALAYSIA 07:25

Tencent to launch first Cloud Region in Malaysia

Tencent Cloud has announced it will establish its first Cloud Region in Malaysia, which will comprise up to three availability zones in Johor. The new Cloud Region in Malaysia will join Tencent Cloud International's global infrastructure network, which currently spans 66 Availability Zones across 23 regions.

Beeline Russia offers free Kids Mode option before the school year
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 07:18

Beeline Russia offers free Kids Mode option before the school year

Russian operator Beeline offers parents the opportunity to activate the Kids Mode option free before the start of the school year. The feature helps protect children online by filtering out inappropriate content at the network level. Blocking applies, among other things, to websites with 18+ content, gambling, information about alcohol, tobacco, and drugs, as well as fraudulent and malicious resources. The "Locator" service is also available as part of Kids Mode, parents can check the location of their chil

Relativity Networks raises USD 22 mln, lands USD 40 mln hyperscaler order
UNITED STATES 07:16

Relativity Networks raises USD 22 mln, lands USD 40 mln hyperscaler order

US optical networking start-up Relativity Networks has raised USD 22 million in a SAFE investment and secured a USD 40 million follow-on order from a hyperscaler for its ChronoCore hollow-core optical networking technology, as it targets connectivity between geographically distributed AI data centres. The company said the hyperscaler order followed successful testing of ChronoCore technology linking two data centres. Relativity Networks and Prysmian have also produced their highest-density hollow-core cable

Play offers new porting promo with 2 unlimited Sims for PLN 90
POLAND 07:16

Play offers new porting promo with 2 unlimited Sims for PLN 90

Polish operator Play, controlled by Iliad, has introduced a promotion to customers porting a number to its network. Customers can buy two subscriptions for the price of one and access unlimited 5G internet. By choosing the Play L plan, customers will pay PLN 45 for each tariff plan – PLN 90 per month after discounts. Each number includes unlimited calls, SMS and MMS and unlimited 5G internet.

ZainTech optimises Vision Bank UAE's core banking systems on Azure
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 07:15

ZainTech optimises Vision Bank UAE's core banking systems on Azure

ZainTech announced a contract with Vision Bank UAE to optimize and replatform the bank's cloud-native application environment on Microsoft Azure. Through collaborative design and architectural alignment sessions, ZainTech helped shape a strategic roadmap focused on reducing cost, boosting application performance, and enhancing overall operational resilience across the bank's cloud estate. The engagement rationalized cloud consumption, modernized core banking applications onto right-sized Azure services, and

TNM invests USD 31 mln in network expansion in 2025
MALAWI 07:12

TNM invests USD 31 mln in network expansion in 2025

Malawi operator TNM said it invested USD 31 million in a major network expansion project designed to deliver stronger, more reliable connectivity across Malawi. The capital injection focused on upgrading network capacity, enhancing service quality, and widening geographical coverage to keep pace with soaring national demand for mobile voice and high-speed data services.

Palo Alto launches critical infrastructure programme targeting AI-driven exploits
GLOBAL 07:07

Palo Alto launches critical infrastructure programme targeting AI-driven exploits

Palo Alto Networks has launched the Frontier AI Critical Defense Program, bringing together technology providers, critical infrastructure operators and industry organisations to develop network-level protection against vulnerabilities discovered or exploited using AI. The programme will use Palo Alto Networks' Frontier Virtual Patching technology to deploy "virtual patches" at the network layer, allowing organisations to protect vulnerable systems while software patches undergo testing and deployment. 

Orange Cameroon equips Indomitable Lionesses with XOF 32 mln in communication gear
CAMEROON 07:03

Orange Cameroon equips Indomitable Lionesses with XOF 32 mln in communication gear

Orange Cameroon has presented XOF 32 million worth of communication equipment to the national football team delegation following their victory at the Africa Cup of Nations.The donation serves as a gesture of recognition from the telecommunications operator, celebrating the team known as the Indomitable Lionesses' championship run on the continental stage.The equipment package was distributed to players, technical staff, and delegation members to support their operational and personal connectivity needs foll

CHILE 07:03

Amdocs, Telefonica Chile ink multi-year managed services deal

Amdocs has signed a multi-year managed services agreement with Telefonica Chile to modernise the operator's technology stack and speed up response times. The deal covers Telefonica Chile S.A. and Telefonica Moviles Chile S.A., both operated by Millicom following their acquisition earlier this year, and sets the groundwork for potential regional collaboration.

GHANA 07:01

Telecel Ghana strengthens mobile money network with new agent loyalty scheme

Telecel Ghana has launched a new Telecel Cash agent loyalty scheme during a conference in Accra. Organized alongside the Mobile Money Advocacy Group (MoMAG), the event brought together over 400 agents, retailers, regulators, and financial stakeholders. The forum targeted practical strategies to boost agent profitability, sharpen security and compliance practices, and build a more resilient digital finance market.

JAPAN 06:59

BBSakura, BBIX raise OCX virtual circuit bandwidth to 100 Gbps

Japanese operator BBSakura Networks and SoftBank's internet exchange subsidiary BBIX are increasing the maximum configurable bandwidth of the OCX (Open Connectivity eXchange) Virtual Circuit Interface (VCI) from 10 Gbps to 100 Gbps from 20 August, allowing customers to configure more than 10 Gbps on a single VCI. A VCI provides a virtual network between customer equipment and OCX equipment. Previously, customers using multiple 10 Gbps physical ports in a Link Aggregation Group (LAG) to achieve bandwidth abo

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 06:56

RTComm.ru announces call to install satellite broadband on ships

Russian satellite operator RTComm.ru, a subsidiary of the national operator Rostelecom, is exploring the market for contractors to install satellite broadband internet systems on military, scientific, and commercial vessels, reports Cnews.ru. The company is seeking quotes for 18 ports, including Russian ones, as well as in China, South Korea, Norway, and Turkey.

ZIMBABWE 06:55

NetOne partners with ZimSmart Villages to open telemedicine facility in Chikomba

Zimbabwean operator NetOne has marked 30 years of operations in Zimbabwe by launching a telemedicine virtual hospital kiosk and medical outreach programme in Chikomba West in partnership with ZimSmart Villages. The digital kiosk provides local residents with direct access to health screenings, consultations, and medications. NetOne public relations manager Ernest Magadzire stated that the project reflects the company's commitment to using its network to deliver essential services and improve community well-

POLAND 06:53

T-Mobile Poland wins tender at Supreme Audit Office

T-Mobile Poland has won a tender on providing telecommunications services for the Polish Supreme Audit Office. The operator submitted the only bid under the tender. The 36-month deal (under several contracts) totals PLN 6.067 million. The order covers mobile telephony, data transmission, fixed telephony and the support of these services along with supplies of the necessary equipment.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:51

Samsung invests KRW 240 bn in AI data centre cooling production

Samsung Electronics is investing about KRW 240 billion to establish a new HVAC production facility in Gwangju, South Korea, as it moves to expand its business in cooling infrastructure for AI data centres. The 21,800-square-metre facility will produce cooling water distribution units (CDUs) from early 2028, alongside fan wall units (FWUs), computer room air handlers (CRAHs) and air handling units (AHUs). The CDU is a key component of liquid-cooling systems for high-performance AI servers, controlling the pr

NIGERIA 06:50

MTN Nigeria donates 149 MiFi devices to teachers

MTN Nigeria has donated 149 MiFi devices to teachers to strengthen digital education and broaden access to online learning resources nationwide. The initiative equips educators with reliable internet connectivity, enabling them to enhance classroom instruction, access global learning materials, and participate in professional development programmes.

BELARUS 06:49

A1 Belarus reshapes loyalty programme

A1 Belarus has A1 Plus loyalty programme, introducing three new service plans with associated benefits. A1 Plus Silver, A1 Plus Gold and A1 Plus Platinum are available at reduced prices for the first 180 days, of BYR 40, 80 and 110 respectively. The standard prices are BYR 50, 90 and 110 every 30 days. 

COLOMBIA 06:44

Telefonica to digitise Negratin solar management systems

Telefonica has created a digital operational management model for construction projects run by Spain's Negratin Group, using IoT connectivity, real-time location tracking and smart access controls to centralise and streamline on-site activity. The aim is to replace manual, decentralised processes with data-driven systems that improve coordination of personnel and materials across complex energy builds.

SOUTH AFRICA 06:43

Cisco and Hanley Group partner to bring digital skills training to northern Cape schools

South Africa's Northern Cape Department of Education has partnered with the Hanley Group and Cisco Networking Academy to roll out networking, cybersecurity, AI, and digital skills courses across 235 schools in the province. Scheduled to begin in February 2027, the programme aims to prepare students for a job market driven by automation and connected technologies. According to Abraham Vosloo, MEC for the Northern Cape Department of Education, the initiative targets key priority gaps, including foundational d

AUSTRALIA 06:42

Telstra announces NOK 2 billion bond issue

Telstra has priced a NOK 2 billion (approximately AUD 300 million) bond issue under the operator's Debt Issuance Program Offering Circular dated 18 August. The program is designed to let the operator issue debt in different capital markets, rather than restricting itself to Australian dollars. Its programme allows bonds and notes to be issued in a variety of markets The notes are expected to be issued on 26 August 2026 and have a 12-year maturity. Telstra said it will use the proceeds from the notes for gen

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