Registered Mexican lines top 80 mln at start of September - CRT
MEXICO 09:30

Registered Mexican lines top 80 mln at start of September - CRT

Mexico's Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (CRT) announced that 80.9 million of the country's mobile lines had been successfully registered at the start of September, equivalent to 67.4 percent of the total. In the latest phase of the mandatory registration process launched earlier this year, over 9.5 million prepaid lines ending in 1 were linked to an individual or business by 03 September, around 83 percent of the estimated total.

Digital Realty expands East Africa hub with 6.4MW Nairobi 2 data centre
KENYA 09:09

Digital Realty expands East Africa hub with 6.4MW Nairobi 2 data centre

Digital Realty has opened its 6.4MW Nairobi 2 data centre (NBO2), expanding its campus alongside Nairobi 1 (NBO1). The launch coincides with iColo's transition to its parent Digital Realty's brand across Kenya and Mozambique, to underline the platform's global reach.

Sopra Steria integrates VMRay's malware analysis into SOC operations across France and Norway
EUROPE 08:59

Sopra Steria integrates VMRay's malware analysis into SOC operations across France and Norway

IT services and consulting group Sopra Steria has shared details of its alliance with German software vendor VMRay, a specialist in malware and phishing analysis. VMRay's platform complements Sopra Steria's cybersecurity services in France and Norway, where it processes nearly 1,000 suspicious files every month within the group's security operations centres. The first clients to take advantage of this integration include a major French industrial group.

Nokia launches mobile core demo environment to help carriers try out emerging software features
GLOBAL 08:58

Nokia launches mobile core demo environment to help carriers try out emerging software features

Nokia is introducing an early access initiative that enables a trial run of emerging mobile core software applications from the Finnish vendor, including AI-driven services, automation and frontier enterprise use cases. Nokia's Mobile Core Early Access initiative provides a live-hosted environment to accelerate planning, validation and adoption of upcoming core software innovations. The platform is available to registered service providers and enterprises across Nokia's global operating footprint, following

KPN leads telecom ads reach in Q2; Ziggo and Hollandsnieuwe campaigns gain ground
NETHERLANDS 08:57

KPN leads telecom ads reach in Q2; Ziggo and Hollandsnieuwe campaigns gain ground

KPN achieved the highest marketing reach among Dutch telecom operators in the second quarter, with a peak of 35 percent in May and 31 percent in June. Odido recovered to a reach of 31 percent in May and 27 percent in June, as it resumed marketing following its data breach early in the year. At the same time around 27-30 percent of consumers said they did not see any of the telecom brands' advertising. 

Movistar Spain offering free WiFi 7 router upgrade to selected subs
SPAIN 08:52

Movistar Spain offering free WiFi 7 router upgrade to selected subs

Movistar Spain (Telefonica) has started offering free equipment upgrades to selected existing customers, reports website Banda Ancha, citing customer notifications. According to the report, fibre and convergent subscribers are now being invited to upgrade their router to the latest WiFi 7 model at no extra charge via the Mi Movistar customer services app.

STC Bahrain launches Bayan contact centre able to handle Gulf Arabic nuances
BAHRAIN 08:45

STC Bahrain launches Bayan contact centre able to handle Gulf Arabic nuances

STC Bahrain has launched its Bayan digital contact centre, using native, dialect-aware Arabic processing for voice and chat. Bayan replaces legacy rules-based systems with advanced voice agents, real-time agent support and automated sentiment analytics. STC claims it is Bahrain's first fully integrated contact centre tailored specifically for Gulf Arabic nuances, adding that it automates up to 70 percent of routine enquiries and reduces average handling times by up to 30 percent.

Odido hires Jilles Limburg as new Enterprise CCO
NETHERLANDS 08:40

Odido hires Jilles Limburg as new Enterprise CCO

Dutch operator announced Jilles Limburg as the new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) for its Enterprise arm from 14 September. He replaces Martijn Teekens who is stepping down after 23 years with the operator previously known as T-Mobile. Teekens helped build up the Enterprise organisation and will support the management transition. 

WindTre launches sub-EUR 5 'winback' offer with 220GB
ITALY 08:37

WindTre launches sub-EUR 5 'winback' offer with 220GB

Italian operator WindTre has launched a 'winback' plan in its Go-branded range targeted at lapsed customers that comes with 250GB of data for under EUR 5 a month, reports Mondo Mobile Web, citing SMS sent to users. The rate, called WindTre Go 220 XXS 5G, includes unlimited minutes to all national landline and mobile numbers plus 50 SMS to all national numbers as well as 220GB of data at fastest possible 5G speeds for EUR 4.99 a month.

Megafon launches white-label power banks with Qi2
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 08:26

Megafon launches white-label power banks with Qi2

Russian operator Megafon has expanded its StellarWay private-label device lineup, introducing support for the next-generation Qi2 wireless charging standard in its branded power banks. These magnetic power banks attach securely to compatible smartphones, enabling cable-free charging while on the go. 

Arm unveils CSS for Mobile 2 developers system with new GPU chipset and CPU system
GLOBAL 08:25

Arm unveils CSS for Mobile 2 developers system with new GPU chipset and CPU system

Arm is rolling out an updated mobile developers' platform that pairs agentic AI tooling with AI-native graphics, underpinned by its latest-generation GPU chip architecture and CPU cluster as part of a single mobile compute solution. The Arm CSS for Mobile 2 platform forms part of the Arm Compute Subsystems (CSS) offering, comprising pre-integrated Arm subsystems that encompass compute resources, interconnects, and system IP. Aside from the updated hardware, CSS for Mobile 2 also leverages continued Arm inve

Sky Italia gives away EUR 100 voucher to new Wifi subs
ITALY 08:24

Sky Italia gives away EUR 100 voucher to new Wifi subs

Sky Italia has relaunched promotion to persuade existing TV subscribers to sign up to its 'Sky Wifi' fixed broadband service. Under the offer running until at least 20 September, customers who activate a Sky Wifi plan will receive a free EUR 100 Amazon voucher as well as lower monthly payments.

GREENLAND 08:22

Tusass announces Enhanced Satellite Connectivity Project for Greenland

Telecoms operator Tusass said it will be able to provide more robust and stable internet connections under the Enhanced Satellite Connectivity Project for Greenland. It was launched at Eutelsat's ground station there in the presence of European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen, Greenlandic prime minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. The more resilient digital infrastructure will boost security and preparedness. Eutelsat said the EU's support shows its commitmen

GLOBAL 08:20

Mistral raises record EUR 3 bln in Samsung-led funding round

France-based AI company Mistral announced a EUR 3 billion series D funding round led by Samsung, which was rumoured during the summer to be in talks over an investment of around EUR 1 billion. The operation values Mistral at over EUR 21 billion three years after its creation, in what the company described as the largest equity fundraising round ever completed by a European technology start-up. Scaleup Europe Fund, managed by EQT, and existing investor PSG Equity participated as co-leads, while BlackRock and

UNITED KINGDOM 08:06

FIbrus launches new Netgem Pleio-powered TV service

Fibrus, Northern Ireland-based full-fibre broadband provider, is launching a new TV service called Fibrus TV, powered by Netgem's Pleio entertainment platform. This marks Fibrus' entry into the TV market, with the service available exclusively to Fibrus broadband customers. It will be offered as an add-on for new and existing customers from mid-September from GBP 7.99 per month. 

IRELAND 07:52

NBI completes main fibre network build in County Laois

National Broadband Ireland (NBI) has completed the main network build works for the National Broadband Plan (NBP) rural fibre network in County Laois. This follows the completion of build works in Monaghan, Waterford, Westmeath, Meath, Tipperary, Longford and Kilkenny counties. 

ITALY 07:52

EnSilica to open space and comms chip centre in Milan

European chipmaker EnSilica announced plans to open a new Space & Communications Semiconductor Centre of Excellence in Milan, complementing its existing design facilities in Budapest and Munich. The aim is to initially hire 20 specialist modem and millimetre-wave engineers within six months, expanding the company's engineering footprint in the European Union and aligning it more closely with EU space, semiconductor and communications programmes. 

UNITED KINGDOM 07:47

Chair of UK research agency steps down after joining Anthropic

The founding chair of the UK's Advanced Research & Invention Agency (ARIA), Matt Clifford, is stepping down from the role after joining Anthropic as Managing Director of International Affairs. In a LinkedIn post, Clifford said he was stepping down after completing his first full term as chair to ensure that his new role with Anthropic does not interfere with the work of ARIA. He will remain in post for a transition period until 06 November to allow the UK government to launch a process to appoint in a new c

SOUTH AFRICA 07:43

ICASA hosts international study visit on regulatory sandboxes

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) is hosting a Regulatory Sandbox Study Visit from 8-10 September. It will share practical insights on designing and implementing regulatory sandboxes. Visitors come from the Telecommunication Development Bureau of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the UK Government Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), the UK's Office of Communications (Ofcom), the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA Kenya), and the Council for Sci

SAUDI ARABIA 07:33

Saudi Arabia consults public on proposed updates to telecom numbering fees

Saudi Arabia's Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) has launched a public consultation on proposed updates to telecommunications fee regulations. It aims to align numbering allocation, usage and number portability fees for mobile and fixed services with international best practices while strengthening its financial regulatory framework. Proposals include introducing and modifying annual and one-time fees for allocated numbers, shared cost services, VoIP numbers and special codes for governm

ITALY 07:24

Poste Italiane raises TIM cash offer by 18% ahead of takeover deadline

Poste Italiane has increased its cash offer for Telecom Italia (TIM) shares ahead of the 11 September closing date of the public takeover bid. In a statement, state-backed Poste said the cash component of its offer would be raised by 18 percent, or EUR 0.30, to EUR 1.97 per share. The offer of 0.218 newly-issued Poste ordinary shares for each TIM share tendered remains unchanged.

GERMANY 07:18

Deutsche Telekom starts marketing Ray-Ban Meta glasses for EUR 419

Deutsche Telekom has stated to sell the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses for EUR 419. The Meta AI app and a Meta account are required to set up and start wearing the glasses. The glasses are available starting at EUR 6 per month in combination with a MagentaMobil M tariff.

GERMANY 07:16

1&1 Versatel deploys Ekinops customer premises equipment

1&1 Versatel has signed a contract with provider of optical networking and SASE products Ekinops to roll out its connectivity solutions. 1&1 Versatel has started offering Ekinops customer premises equipment (CPE), such as routers, for its business customers. These bundle multiple services into a central platform, with support for fibre-optic, DSL and 5G connections, at speeds up to 10 Gbps. France-based Ekinops said the equipment offers EU levels of security as well as reduced energy consumption compared to

GLOBAL 07:12

Xiaomi 18 Fold and Pad 9 Pro Max launch with new Xring O3 SoC

Xiaomi has confirmed details of its new foldable smartphone. The passport-sized Xiaomi 18 Fold starts at CNY 10,999 (USD 1,640) for 12GB+256GB memory and goes up to CNY 15,999 for 16GB+1TB on the Ceramic model with a new type of back panel made of lightweight silicon nitride. In addition, the company launched the Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max premium tablet, with both devices powered by its own Xring O3 SoC.

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