Channel 4 seeks improved video payment terms from global platforms
UNITED KINGDOM 11:06

Channel 4 seeks improved video payment terms from global platforms

UK public service broadcaster (PSB) Channel 4 has called on the UK government to force global video platforms, such as YouTube, to offer improved payment terms for its online videos, reports The Times. In a submission to a government consultation, Channel 4 said that PSB content should be available on global video platforms on a "zero net fee basis", with platforms not taking any mandatory payment. It warned that "voluntary commercial agreements" are not sustainable for PSBs. 

New cloud services supplier confirmed on G-Cloud 15 framework
UNITED KINGDOM 10:52

New cloud services supplier confirmed on G-Cloud 15 framework

Progressive Technology Solutions (PTS), UK provider of finance, enterprise asset management and related cloud services, has been appointed as a supplier on the G-Cloud 15 framework. The G-Cloud 15 framework provides public sector customers with access to over 50,000 cloud services from more than 4,000 suppliers. PTS will provide software-as-a-service and cloud support services. 

Uganda's MTN Foundation expands digital connectivity in Palabek refugee settlement
UGANDA 10:27

Uganda's MTN Foundation expands digital connectivity in Palabek refugee settlement

MTN Foundation Uganda has launched a new twelve-computer ICT hub at Palabek Refugee Settlement in partnership with Hopelink Action Foundation Uganda. The facility offers free access to computers, high-speed internet and digital learning tools to address critical infrastructure gaps in one of the country's most underserved regions. Located in a remote section of Lamwo District, the settlement hosts nearly 72,000 refugees and asylum seekers, predominantly from South Sudan. The hub provides residents with esse

Netherlands starts public campaign to put phones on 'do not disturb' when driving
NETHERLANDS 10:21

Netherlands starts public campaign to put phones on 'do not disturb' when driving

The Dutch government launched a new public awareness campaign to warn people of the risks of checking their phone when in traffic. It targets drivers and cyclists, recommending they put their phones on 'do not disturb' when in traffic so they are not tempted to check messages. The campaign runs on radio, TV and online channels from 28 September.

Jordan's Orange Money picks Adstra as partner to combat money laundering and terrorism financing
JORDAN 10:18

Jordan's Orange Money picks Adstra as partner to combat money laundering and terrorism financing

Orange Money, the digital wallet subsidiary of Orange Jordan, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Adstra to integrate AI-driven anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) services. Orange Money will deploy Adstra's intelligent compliance architecture, including automated sanctions list screening, dynamic customer risk profiling, and continuous transaction monitoring. This strengthens Orange Money's financial crime defences, ensures robust compliance and provides e

Togolese and Malian data regulators agree to share regulatory expertise
TOGO 10:08

Togolese and Malian data regulators agree to share regulatory expertise

The Togolese Personal Data Protection Authority (IPDCP) and Malian Personal Data Protection Authority (APDP) have signed a bilateral cooperation agreement to formalise their partnership and streamline the exchange of regulatory expertise, TogoFirst reported. They will collaborate on cross-border complaint resolution, compliance audits, information sharing and staff training. They will also cooperate on cross-border data transfers, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and regional digital sovereignty.

Zain Jordan starts offering iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max
JORDAN 10:00

Zain Jordan starts offering iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max

Zain Jordan has begun offering the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max for direct sale across the country through its online store or at selected Zain retail locations. The operator offers them for an outright direct payment or paired with the 'Minna w Fina Elite 1' or 'Minna w Fina Elite 2' postpaid plan. Apple's iPhone 18 Pro starts at JOD 1,199 while the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at JOD 1,299, varying by storage capacity. 

Teleste expands authorised repairs with North American partner Fiber Node Services
NORTH AMERICA 09:47

Teleste expands authorised repairs with North American partner Fiber Node Services

Teleste is adding authorised repairs of its hybrid fibre coax equipment for North American customers. The firm has signed an agreement with Fiber Node Services (FNS) to supply in-warranty and out-of-warranty repairs across its US and Canadian repair network. The deal permits FNS to diagnose and rectify faults in all Teleste hardware devices sold in North America.

Rostelecom-Data Centre and Basalt introduce distributed IT management system
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 09:46

Rostelecom-Data Centre and Basalt introduce distributed IT management system

Russian national operator Rostelecom announced that the companies of the Rostelecom group - the cloud and data centre services proivider Rostelecom-Data Centre and the software developer  Basalt - released the new product Alt Infrastructure, intended for centralised management of geographically distributed IT systems of federal scale. Built on the Smart Control platform and the Alt Server" operating system, the solution offers customers full control over their IT infrastructure, with a high level of informa

Telesur taps Cerillion for BSS/OSS upgrade
SURINAME 09:45

Telesur taps Cerillion for BSS/OSS upgrade

Suriname's state-owned operator Telesur has partnered with Cerillion to upgrade to the latest version of the latter's business and operational support software suite. The transition to Cerillion 26.1 gives Telesur access to new functions aimed at speeding up product launches and improving back-office efficiency.

Google Cloud to double infrastructure in Brazil by 2030
BRAZIL 09:43

Google Cloud to double infrastructure in Brazil by 2030

Google Cloud has announced plans to double its technical computing infrastructure in Brazil by 2030, significantly boosting local processing, storage, and high-performance AI capabilities. Global CEO Thomas Kurian highlighted Latin America as Google's second fastest-growing region—with Brazil as its primary market—noting that the expansion responds directly to surging local demand. Rather than relying solely on new data centre facilities, the expansion will leverage faster chips, enhanced connectivity, and

Arabsat picks China Great Wall Industry to build Arabsat-50 satellite
MIDDLE EAST 09:35

Arabsat picks China Great Wall Industry to build Arabsat-50 satellite

Saudi satellite operator Arabsat has partnered with China Great Wall Industry Corporation (CGWIC) to construct the new Arabat-50 satellite. Built on CGWIC's DFH-3E platform, the high-power Ku-band satellite will deliver direct-to-home (DTH) television broadcasting across the Middle East from the 26 degrees East orbital slot. CGWIC will provide Arabsat turnkey in-orbit delivery package covering communications satellite design and development, including launch services, among others.

UKRAINE 09:29

Kyivstar offers mobile network authentication service for B2B customers

Ukrainian operator Kyivstar introduced to its B2B customers a new method for verifying their own customers. Automatic verification via the mobile network has been added to the "Consumer Telecommunication Parameters Verification" service. With automatic verification, the user does not need to enter a code, answer a call, or perform any other actions. This check is available for Kyivstar subscribers who are already using the services of the respective business client.

PORTUGAL 09:27

Vodafone Portugal tops 4G and 5G coverage rankings by nPerf

Vodafone offers the best overall mobile network coverage in Portugal across both 4G and 5G, according to the latest nPerf annual report. Vodafone achieved an 85.04 percent coverage rate for 5G, outpacing second-placed Nos (80.38%) by 4.66 percentage points. Meo followed with 69.55 percent, while newcomer Digi trailed at 34.72 percent. In 4G coverage, all four operators exceeded 95 percent national coverage. Vodafone led narrowly with 97.49 percent, followed closely by Nos (97.48%), Meo (95.99%), and Digi (9

NIGERIA 09:27

Vitel Wireless launches lifetime 1% loyalty reward for agents

Vitel Wireless, Nigeria's first MVNO, has launched a 1 percent lifetime loyalty reward programme for its agent network. Eligible active agents will earn an ongoing 1 percent compensation tied directly to qualifying sales and new agent onboarding. As a full-service MVNO offering GSM voice, SMS, USSD and data services, Vitel Wireless aims to use this incentive to build a sustainable, highly engaged sales ecosystem across Nigeria.

POLAND 09:24

Wroclaw tax office announces bulk SMS tender

The Wroclaw unit of the Polish National Revenue Administration announced a tender for the provision of a remote service enabling the automated sending of SMS messages to local and foreign mobile numbers. The contract also includes the provision of tools to support the management of SMS communications originating from the central systems of the National Revenue Administration. The estimated net value of the contract is PLN 7.49 million, and price will be the sole criterion for selecting the winning bid. The

SLOVAKIA 09:23

Student channel Via TV launches in Slovakia

A new channel called Via TV is available in the Slovak TV market. The operator Antik added it to its base package. Via TV positions itself as the first nationwide student television channel. It aims to serve as a platform for young creators, schools, and emerging filmmakers. Its programming lineup is set to include student audiovisual productions, current affairs content, documentaries, thematic magazines, interviews, and cultural content, as well as feature films.

SPAIN 09:22

Onivia, Vodafone Spain ink MVNO deal to launch convergent wholesale offer

Spanish neutral fibre wholesaler Onivia has agreed to operate as a mobile virtual network operator on Vodafone Spain's infrastructure, adding mobile telephony to its wholesale catalogue for the first time. The deal enables Onivia's operator and ISP customers to bundle fibre and mobile services into single convergent packages tailored to their commercial strategies and end-user requirements, said the partners.

NIGERIA 09:21

Airtel Nigeria begins second phase of network compensation

Airtel Nigeria has started a second phase of automatic airtime compensation for customers affected by service disruptions, in compliance with Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) directives, Communications Week reported. Pay-outs range from under NGN 50 to NGN 1,500 per user, with subscribers receiving direct SMS confirmations as airtime is credited to their accounts. The latest pay-out covers network issues between February and April 2026, following Airtel's previous compensation round in May that addr

GLOBAL 09:14

Realme releases Harry Potter edition of 16 Pro smartphone

Realme has unveiled a Harry Potter edition of its Realme 16 Pro 5G smartphone. This is the second phone in its partnership with Warner Bros Discovery, after an earlier special model for Game of Thrones fans. The phone comes with a Hogwarts school crest on the back that shows the colours of the four houses in UV light, as well as an owl-shaped camera housing and various Harry Potter themed widgets and wallpapers in the user interface. A limited-edition gift box is included for the first buyers, and a Harry P

OMAN 09:09

Ooredoo Oman announces auction for exclusive vanity mobile numbers

Ooredoo Oman has announced its latest vanity number auction, offering a selection of 80 premium Gold and Diamond numbers. All proceeds from the event will be donated to designated charitable organisations. Registration opens online on 28 September for a 24-hour window, with an entry fee of OMR 10. Live bidding will follow on 29 September, running for six hours.

FRANCE 09:05

Bouygues Telecom launches Anti-Spam service with Hiya

French operator Bouygues Telecom has extended its partnership with call protection and identity specialist Hiya, announcing a new collaboration powered by Hiya's Voice Intelligence platform. From the first half of October, B2C and B2B mobile customers will be able to subscribe to a new Anti-Spam service that detects spammers in real time through AI-assisted analysis of illegal calling activity. Its monthly cost per mobile line will amount to EUR 2 for B2C customers and EUR 1 for B2B accounts.

UNITED STATES 09:03

TikTok settles child safety lawsuit in Alabama

TikTok has reached a multi-million dollar settlement with the US state of Alabama over claims that its social media platform was designed with addictive features that were harmful for children and young people. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall confirmed that TikTok will pay a minimum of USD 100 million within 45 days, with the potential to reach up to USD 300 million if specific conditions are met. The agreement also forces TikTok to introduce various safety features to protect children on its platfo

SLOVAKIA 09:00

Orange Slovakia uses AI-powered avatar for serving customers in shops

Orange Slovakia is piloting a new method of customer service. It has introduced an AI avatar in its shop, reports Zive. Ori, an AI-powered digital assistant already in use in an Orange shop in Bratislava, is designed to answer customer questions directly within the shop. According to the operator, the assistant utilises AI to answer common questions on the spot. This is not merely a standard on-screen chatbot; it is a 3D avatar displayed on a special 27-inch screen. Orange states that the device creates a h

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