Afrihost offers 5G-Advanced fixed wireless internet with Comsol
SOUTH AFRICA 09:28

Afrihost offers 5G-Advanced fixed wireless internet with Comsol

South African ISP Afrihost has soft-launched three fixed wireless access packages on Comsol's new 5G-Advanced network, starting with an entry-level uncapped 25 Mbps plan for ZAR 275 per month, MyBroadband reported. The 75 Mbps uncapped tier costs ZAR 549 per month. The unrestricted Wireless Plus package is priced at ZAR 875 monthly and comes with a free router.

Astro extends coverage of Malaysia League for two seasons
MALAYSIA 09:16

Astro extends coverage of Malaysia League for two seasons

Astro announced the continuation of its role as the Official Broadcaster of the Malaysia League for the next two seasons, bringing fans live HD coverage of the Perlawanan Sumbangsih, Liga Super, Piala FA, Piala Malaysia and the MFL Challenge Cup across its broadcast and streaming platforms. The company said its Sooka streaming platform recorded a 52 percent increase in total viewing minutes last season, while Malaysia League content across Astro's digital and social media platforms generated more than 575 m

CelcomDigi sponsors new talent show on Astro
MALAYSIA 09:09

CelcomDigi sponsors new talent show on Astro

Malaysian telecom operators CelcomDigi and Astro are sponsoring a new talent show called Borneo Rising. The reality show dedicated to East Malaysian talent will run for eight weeks, provides aspiring artists with a platform to showcase their music. CelcomDigi's prepaid customers can support their favourite contestants with additional voting points with every top-up. Customers also stand a chance to win tickets to live shows, meet-and-greet sessions and exclusive watch parties through contests and giveaways

STC Bahrain appoints chief digital and customer experience officer
BAHRAIN 09:08

STC Bahrain appoints chief digital and customer experience officer

STC Bahrain has appointed Khalid Alia as chief digital and customer experience officer. He previously served as senior director of consumer marketing and customer experience at STC Bahrain, where he spearheaded the operator's consumer strategy and oversaw major product launches. Srawing on extensive international telecom experience in strategic commercial and marketing positions, he will now lead the company's digital transformation, focusing on driving digital adoption and delivering customer-centric innov

Global semiconductor revenue to rise 92% to USD 1.6 tln in 2026 - study
GLOBAL 09:05

Global semiconductor revenue to rise 92% to USD 1.6 tln in 2026 - study

Global semiconductor revenue is set to reach USD 1.6 trillion in 2026, a 92 percent increase from USD 809 billion in 2025, according to Gartner. The researcher expects the market to continue expanding to USD 1.9 trillion in 2027, driven by sustained investment in AI infrastructure and a stronger-than-anticipated memory pricing cycle.

Google to work with Pakistan Telecom Authority on child online safety campaign
PAKISTAN 09:03

Google to work with Pakistan Telecom Authority on child online safety campaign

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) said it signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Google on child online safety, aimed at strengthening awareness of digital safety and responsible use of online platforms among children, parents, teachers and caregivers across Pakistan. They will collaborate on education and capacity-building, equipping parents and teachers with practical tools and resources to help children navigate the digital world safely. Key initiatives include developing awareness

Turkcell to participate in EU R&D consortia including Magic and Future 6G projects
EUROPE 09:02

Turkcell to participate in EU R&D consortia including Magic and Future 6G projects

Turkcell has thrown its weight behind multiple EU-funded R&D initiatives targeting 6G development, critical digital infrastructure, and sustainability in digital processes, reports Turkey's Daily Sabah. The Turkish operator will contribute to the SNS-JU sponsored Magic-6G and Future-6G projects, along with the CELTIC-Next aligned 3D-Net and Horizon Europe-funded consortia Safari, Unifier and Resurrection. Turkcell will take on key responsibilities across each project, including co-ordination efforts, techni

Tmcel begins tests on Angosat-2 satellite
MOZAMBIQUE 09:00

Tmcel begins tests on Angosat-2 satellite

Mocambique Telecom (Tmcel) has kicked off Proof of Concept (PoC) tests utilising the Angolan Angosat-2 satellite, reported Angop. The tests evaluate the satellite's capability to deliver telecommunications services across Mozambican territory, stemming from memoranda signed during the 5th National Communications Conference in Maputo.

Alares gets greenlight for acquisition of Oquei Telecom
BRAZIL 08:58

Alares gets greenlight for acquisition of Oquei Telecom

Brazil's National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) has granted prior consent for the transfer of control of Oquei Telecom and Oquei BR Telecom to Alares Internet. Following an unrestricted approval by the antitrust Cade in July, this regulatory clearance finalises the necessary approvals for the BRL 189 million transaction. The deal adds approximately 68,000 fixed broadband subscribers across 30 municipalities in the northwest of Sao Paulo (including Sao Jose do Rio Preto, Aracatuba, and Birigui), lifting

Yas Tanzania launches fibre connectivity in Dodoma
TANZANIA, UNITED REPUBLIC OF 08:53

Yas Tanzania launches fibre connectivity in Dodoma

Yas Tanzania has begun offering Yas Fiber in Dodoma to provide high-speed fibre internet to homes, businesses and institutions in the capital. It said the Yas Fiber subscription comes with a monthly bonus of up to 30 GB of mobile data and 350 minutes to any network free of charge. Yas Fiber CEO Maxime Woimant said the company is committed to driving Dodoma's digital transformation by delivering reliable connectivity that enables residents and businesses to work, study and access online services more effecti

Netherlands drops to less than third of households with fixed line
NETHERLANDS 08:49

Netherlands drops to less than third of households with fixed line

The share of Dutch households with a fixed line has fallen to 31 percent, from over 40 percent two years ago. Whether they have a fixed line is often linked to how long they have been with their fixed broadband provider. Among consumers more than four years with their ISP, 40 percent still have fixed telephony, data from the Telecompaper Consumer Insights panel for Q2 2026 shows.

Ziggo suffers problems with mobile back-up service for business broadband customers
NETHERLANDS 08:41

Ziggo suffers problems with mobile back-up service for business broadband customers

Dutch operator Ziggo has problems with its WiFi Back-up service for business customers for weeks, with the mobile Sims provided not working correctly. As a result fixed broadband customers cannot access the mobile back-up service. The operator said it's aware of the problem and is working on a solution, but no date for resolving the issue is known yet. 

NIGERIA 08:39

Nigerian government approves new NigComSat satellites to help bridge communications gap

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) of Nigeria approved the acquisition and deployment of two new communications satellites, NigComSat-2A and NigComSat-2B, the Guardian reported. This is expected to help expand internet access to under-served and hard-to-reach communities. The satellites are manufactured by France's Thales Alenia Space and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), and will be deployed under the coordination of Nigeria Communications Satellite (NigComSat) and the ICT ministry.

MOZAMBIQUE 08:35

Mozambique adopts new telecom licensing regulation

Mozambique has enacted a new decree that repeals the older 2017 framework to modernise the country's telecommunications sector. The legislative changes introduce unified licenses and class-based licenses defined by operational footprints, ranging from municipal to international levels. Class licenses have a rapid 15-day approval window, with Class A and B valid for 15 years, and Class C valid for 5 years (exempting companies from submitting a technical project).

BRAZIL 08:34

Brazilian regulator brings forward coverage targets for Claro and TIM in lieu of fines

Brazil's National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) has invited Claro and TIM to accelerate specific 4G and 5G infrastructure targets by one year instead of enforcing traditional penalties. The 2.3 GHz band (4G) goals would move from 31 December 2028 to 31 December 2027, while the 3.5 GHz band (5G) goals would shift from 31 July 2028 to 31 July 2027. This replaces an updated sanction value scaled to roughly BRL 2.07 million. 

FRANCE 08:27

Free Mobile expands smartwatch portfolio with Samsung

Iliad subsidiary Free Mobile has added the Samsung Galaxy Watch9 to its smartwatch portfolio, which previously featured only Apple models. Customers can take advantage of an interest-free financing plan, provided by French fintech start-up Younited Credit. As a result, the cost of the device can be spread over a 24-month period, corresponding to EUR 17.04 per month once the credit agreement is arranged.

PORTUGAL 08:24

Anacom approves new frequency bands for satellite and space operations

Portugal's National Communications Authority (Anacom) said it approved the allocation of the 401–403 MHz band for the Earth exploration satellite service (EESS) and the 401–402 MHz band for space operations (SOS). Station license exemptions have been updated to cover fixed or mobile terminals using the 401–403 MHz band for EESS, as well as receiving earth stations operating in the 401–402 MHz SOS band. The final decision follows the approval of the public consultation report, succeeding the initial draft pr

COLOMBIA 08:23

Equinix invests USD 28 mln in latest Bogota data centre expansion

Equinix has inaugurated the second phase of its BG2 data centre in Bogota, adding a further 550 cabinets and 3 MW of electrical capacity in a USD 28 million investment. The expansion builds on the USD 45 million allocated to the facility's initial construction, which began operations in 2024, bringing total invested capital to USD 73 million.

SERBIA 08:23

Yettel crowned Serbia's top mobile network by Ookla, Umlaut and P3

Yettel has become the only operator in Serbia to earn top honours from all three independent international testing authorities: Ookla, Umlaut, and P3. Ookla (Speedtest Award H1 2026) recognised Yettel as the fastest and best mobile network in Serbia based on the Speedtest Connectivity Score, which evaluates speed, latency, and everyday user experiences like streaming and browsing. In the umlaut (Best in Test) survey, Yettel secured the top spot for the tenth consecutive year with a score of 911 out of 1,000

UNITED STATES 08:22

Intel, Airspan join Rutgers University for open CU/DU software project

Airspan and Intel are partnering to evaluate open source RAN software tailored to smoother operations in centralised and distributed baseband units (CUs/DUs). The pair will contribute to an R&D programme led by Rutgers University's Wireless Information Network Laboratory (WINLAB) and backed by Columbia University together with New York University. The Cosmos project aims to integrate, test and evaluate a software build from the Ocudu Ecosystem Foundation in a city-scale cellular RAN testbed.

ITALY 08:05

Open Fiber launches gigabit FTTH in San Leo

Italian wholesale-only operator Open Fiber has finalised the rollout of its FTTH infrastructure in the town of San Leo in the northern Emilia-Romagna region. Over 1,700 homes, commercial premises and public sector facilities have been connected to the fibre network, allowing residents, businesses and tourists alike to access the internet at gigabit speeds via operator partners.

UGANDA 08:03

Paratus Uganda launches Starlink satellite services

Paratus Uganda has become the country's first operator to deploy Starlink's low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite broadband, following the licensing agreement signed by the Uganda Communications Commission and Starlink on 15 May. The launch equips Paratus Uganda to deliver high-speed, low-latency satellite internet to commercial clients operating in rural and underserved regions nationwide.

NETHERLANDS 08:02

Talpa refunds Ajax PPV streaming match after access problems

Dutch broadcaster Talpa is refunding customers who bought a pay-per-view pass for the FC Sion-Ajax football match in the Conference League, the AD reported. They will get the full amount of EUR 4.99 returned after part of the subscribers were unable to access the live stream. Some viewers were able to see the game, a Talpa spokesperson said, without providing numbers. The broadcaster resolved the issue as soon as it became aware of the problem. 

TANZANIA, UNITED REPUBLIC OF 07:53

Tanzanian telecom subscriptions rise 5% in Q2 to 117 million

The total number of telecommunication subscriptions in Tanzania rose by 4.51 percent quarter-on-quarter to 117.0 million in June from 111.9 million in March, according to the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA). Mobile subscriptions represented 99.9 percent of all connections, with fixed lines making up the remaining 0.1 percent, pushing national telecom penetration to 167.0 percent.

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