Airtel Chad brings in new investment plan amid pressure to improve services
CHAD 09:20

Airtel Chad brings in new investment plan amid pressure to improve services

Airtel Chad has introduced a new investment plan to improve service quality, amid mounting government pressure over poor network performance, Ecofin reported. Chadian authorities remain skeptical, citing a history of similar, unfulfilled promises by the telecom operator.  The issue was debated during a 24 June meeting of telecommunications minister Haliki Choua Mahamat and Anwar Soussa, Airtel Africa's regional director for Francophone Africa. Brahim Nallar, CEO of Airtel Chad, said the operator would stren

NBI expands fibre network roll-out in Cork, Sligo
IRELAND 09:20

NBI expands fibre network roll-out in Cork, Sligo

National Broadband Ireland (NBI) said high-speed fibre broadband connections on the National Broadband Plan (NBP) network are now available to 6,000 more homes, farms and businesses in County Cork. This includes premises in the rural areas around Kilcrohane (around 400 premises), Charleville (over 2,000), Dunmanway (around 1,900), and the rural areas north of Cork City (1,700 premises). This brings the total number of Cork premises able to order/pre-order high-speed fibre broadband on the NBP to 72,400, of

Bouygues Telecom adds Warner TV channel to Bbox TV offering
FRANCE 09:10

Bouygues Telecom adds Warner TV channel to Bbox TV offering

French operator Bouygues Telecom has announced that the Warner TV channel, part of Warner Bros Discovery, is now available to all its IPTV customers at no extra cost. The channel's line-up focuses on films and TV series produced by Warner Bros studios. Bbox TV subscribers can now access this content by tuning to channel 63 of Bouygues' IPTV platform, where Warner TV offers HD quality and multi-screen support, but no access to the replay feature. The operator's IPTV offering currently includes over 180 chann

HbbTV names 2026-2028 steering group
GLOBAL 09:07

HbbTV names 2026-2028 steering group

The HbbTV Association has appointed its steering group for the 2026-2028 term period. Eutelsat's Vincent Grivet was re-elected as chairman to serve another two-year term, having held the post since 2018. Cellnex Telecom's Xavi Redon will continue to serve as treasurer.

Vodafone Albania updates tariffs and minimum top-up policy
ALBANIA 09:03

Vodafone Albania updates tariffs and minimum top-up policy

Vodafone Albania will update its standard tariffs and standardise its minimum top-up policy from 03 July. The new standard prices will be ALL 0.80/MB of data, ALL 19/minute for national calls, ALL 10/SMS and ALL 15 for international SMS messages. The minimum top-up amount will be ALL 500 across all digital and physical channels, making recharges below this value unavailable. As an added incentive, customers will receive a special bonus upon completing their first ALL 500 in-store recharge during this trans

Ipko rolls out flexible Diaspora package
KOSOVO 09:02

Ipko rolls out flexible Diaspora package

Kosovo-based operator Ipko has launched an expanded Diaspora package, offering flexible TV and internet services for Kosovars living abroad much of the year. A 3-month subscription for TV and broadband at 300 Mbps costs EUR 99. The first month activates immediately, with the remaining two months usable anytime within a year by dialing *999#. A standard monthly package is also available for EUR 35.

OiV completes Bosnia and Herzegovina digital TV rollout
BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA 09:00

OiV completes Bosnia and Herzegovina digital TV rollout

Bosnia and Herzegovina has completed its transition to digital terrestrial broadcasting by launching a nationwide signal transmission system. Executed by technical partner OiV, the complex infrastructure project began in January 2024 and involved installing modern DVB-T2 equipment, including three headends, 37 transmitters and 95 gap fillers, across 156 locations.

Virgin Media O2 publishes new long-term Green Transition Plan
UNITED KINGDOM 08:51

Virgin Media O2 publishes new long-term Green Transition Plan

Virgin Media O2 has published a new long-term 'Green Transition Plan' as it works to achieve net zero carbon emissions, extend the life of technology and build more climate-resilient networks. The new Green Transition Plan supports the Climate and Circularity focus area of the group's new ESG strategy (Responsible Business Plan). It outlines a long-term approach to becoming a low-carbon company, combined with risk reduction and adapting networks to cope with the climate crisis.

Kenyan appeals court unblocks Safaricom stake sale to Vodacom Group pending appeal
KENYA 08:51

Kenyan appeals court unblocks Safaricom stake sale to Vodacom Group pending appeal

The Kenyan Court of Appeal has lifted an injunction that was blocking the government's planned KES 204.3 billion sale of a 15 percent stake in Safaricom to Vodacom Group, Citizen TV reported. A three-judge appellate bench concluded that halting the time-sensitive transaction hindered critical projects tied to the National Infrastructure Fund. The judges added that the freeze was unnecessary, noting that the asset transfer could be legally reversed in the future if required.

Viva Armenia offers convergent services with Ovio in Vanadzor
ARMENIA 08:44

Viva Armenia offers convergent services with Ovio in Vanadzor

Viva Armenia, in cooperation with the fixed operator Ovio, has introduced convergent service bundles for its customers residing in the city of Vanadzor. The convergent tariff Red includes fixed broadband at up to 300 Mbps, as well as pay-TV and mobile services. Viva started the partnership with fixed operators in 2024.

VK apps removed from Apple App Store
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 08:43

VK apps removed from Apple App Store

Apple has removed applications from Russian internet company VK from App Store without any prior warning, reports Radio Svoboda. The applications Odnoklassniki, Dzen, VK Messenger, VK Music, VK Dating and Cloud Mail.ru have been removed. Earlier downloaded apps continue working but users will lose access to push messages. 

One, Yettel Hungary provide free roaming after Venezuela earthquakes
HUNGARY 08:42

One, Yettel Hungary provide free roaming after Venezuela earthquakes

Following the devastating earthquakes that struck northern Venezuela and Caracas, One and Yettel Hungary are offering emergency roaming support to help customers in the region stay connected with family and access vital safety information. The discount at One, valid until 3 July, will see postpaid customers receiving automatic credits covering all roaming charges for both made and received calls during this one week. Prepaid customers will automatically receive a one-time balance top-up of HUF 10,000.

EUROPE 08:40

Scaleway adds GLM-5.2 model to AI portfolio

Iliad's cloud subsidiary Scaleway has announced that its AI model-as-a-service offering has expanded with the arrival of the GLM-5.2 model, which was launched by Chinese company Z.ai earlier this month. This latest addition gives clients access to one of the best-performing open-weight models for long-horizon coding tasks, said the Iliad subsidiary, citing results from the FrontierSWE benchmark.

BRAZIL 08:39

TIM Brasil's streaming traffic triples during World Cup

TIM Brasil reported that mobile data traffic on streaming platforms tripled during the Brazilian national team's first three World Cup group stage matches, reaching roughly 6 TB. As the tournament advances, TIM Brasil is preparing for traffic to spike up to five times its normal volume. To maintain network stability and minimise broadcast delays (latency), the operator said it is actively expanding its 5G infrastructure, boosting capacity in high-demand regions, upgrading fibre transport, and utilising AI t

ROMANIA 08:38

Orange Romania slashes roaming rates for travelers to non-EU countries

Orange Romania has updated its roaming services for destinations outside the European Union, introducing lower rates and a standardized structure for both contract and prepaid customers. The operator reports it has reduced its non-EU tariff zones from five to three. As a result of this restructuring and direct rate reductions, customers will experience lower pricing across more than 100 countries, Orange said.

GLOBAL 08:36

Tecnotree receives Nigeria approval for Resilience cash tender offer

Tecnotree said it has now received all of the regulatory approvals needed to complete Resilience Investment Holdings' public cash tender offer for its entire share capital. The announcement comes after the Nigerian competition authorities gave their backing to Resilience's buyout of the business. Tecnotree had postponed the expiry date for this tender offer earlier on 26 June, stating it was awaiting the Nigerian approval. The expiry is now scheduled for 15 July at 16:00 hrs Finnish time.

GERMANY 08:30

Vodafone Germany tests Quantum Key Distribution for TV stream with ARD

Vodafone Germany has partnered with public broadcaster ARD and the Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University to transmit a quantum-encrypted TV stream between the ARD facility in Frankfurt and the regional public broadcaster Sudwestrundfunk (SWR) in Mainz for the first time. The partners deployed new Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology to detect eavesdropping attempts, as a way of avoiding interception or alteration of content during transmission.

NETHERLANDS 08:29

Atos starts voluntary redundancy offer in Netherlands

Atos is offering around 1,500 employees in the Netherlands voluntary redundancy, Computable reported. The restructuring is expected to align the workforce better with the current market conditions. Staff are offered one month's salary for every year worked as compensation, with extra for some of those over age 50, according to the social plan agreed with the works council. 

GLOBAL 08:18

Lenovo joins SOS coalition to bolster fair SEP licensing terms

Lenovo is now a member of US-based Save Our Standards, a coalition advocating for fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory (FRAND) licences on standard-essential patents (SEPs). Lenovo believes its role in the alliance will shore up the integrity of technical standards, striking the right balance in licensor terms for critical patent assets. 

NIGERIA 08:13

NCC plans to attract investors in local smartphone factories

Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) governing board chairman Idris Olorunnimbe has pledged to secure presidential incentives for investors willing to establish smartphone manufacturing factories in Nigeria, The Punch reported. Olorunnimbe said that the country is poised for a new wave of smartphone manufacturing investments, calling this the most sustainable solution to Nigeria's growing device affordability challenge and a critical step in deepening digital inclusion. 

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 08:04

South Korea targets 18.4 GW of AI data centre capacity under AI mega-project

South Korea has unveiled a national AI infrastructure strategy targeting 18.4 GW of AI data centre capacity by 2035 as part of three flagship "mega-projects" spanning semiconductors, AI infrastructure and physical AI. President Lee Jae Myung presented the plans alongside Samsung Electronics executive chairman Lee Jae-yong and SK Group chairman Chey Tae-won at a national briefing at Cheong Wa Dae in Seoul, describing semiconductors, AI data centres and physical AI as the three pillars of the country's next p

UNITED KINGDOM 08:04

BT, Verizon to merge multinational businesses in 50-50 joint venture

BT Group and Verizon Communications have agreed to form a 50-50 joint venture to serve international business customers. The alliance of the UK and US operators will start with over 3,000 multinational customers across more than 180 countries, representing some USD 4 billion in annual revenue. Together the companies expect to save on costs and reach a wider customer base with a more comprehensive service offering.

FRANCE 07:59

Former E& executive Bramly takes helm of LFP Media in France - report

Olivier Bramly has been selected to lead the media arm of French football league governing body LFP, according to information gathered by L'Equipe. The search for a new CEO at LFP Media started in February, following the resignation of Nicolas de Tavernost. Bramly, who left his executive role at telecom group E& in January, has built a career in media and entertainment, serving in senior and executive roles focused on media rights distribution, OTT and streaming. He worked for nearly sixteen years at Eurosp

BOTSWANA 07:55

BTC FY revenue decreases by nearly 2%, net profit dips as investment rises

Botswana Telecommunications Corporation (BTC) said its revenue dipped by 1.6 percent to BWP 1.47 billion in the financial year ended March from BWP 1.49 billion a year earlier. Net profit fell to BWP 113.34 million from BWP 206.72 million, reflecting deliberate investment in networks, spectrum and digital services. EBITDA declined by 24 percent to BWP 343 million from BWP 449 million resulting in an EBITDA margin of 23.3 percent, down from 30.1 percent.

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