T-Mobile Czechia partners seniors support line
CZECH REPUBLIC 14:09

T-Mobile Czechia partners seniors support line

T-Mobile Czech Republic announced it has become the main partner of the emergency line for seniors run by the charity Elpida. The operator provides the line with technical support, and free calls are available for customers. T-Mobile Czech Republic focuses on seniors as part of its CSR activities. 

Beeline Russia deploys private LTE network for mining company in Krasnoyarsk region
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 14:05

Beeline Russia deploys private LTE network for mining company in Krasnoyarsk region

Russian operator Beeline has deployed a private LTE network for the Olimpiadinsky mining company based in the Krasnoyarsk region. The private network connects the existing infrastructure deployed by Russian company Infinet Wireless. The project was carried out in cooperation with the IT company Polius.

Anatel president deems Brazilian mobile market consolidation to be complete
BRAZIL 14:02

Anatel president deems Brazilian mobile market consolidation to be complete

The president of Brazil's National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel), Carlos Baigorri, stated that he believes the consolidation of Brazil's mobile phone market is complete and will not see further mergers, reported Valor Economico. He cited the acquisitions of Nextel (2019) and Oi (2022) as the key operations that reshaped the mobile landscape. However, Baigorri noted that the trend of mergers and acquisitions is set to continue in the fixed broadband sector due to its highly fragmented nature. With near

Altice France posts lower revenues and EBITDA in Q1 as customer base shrinks
FRANCE 13:58

Altice France posts lower revenues and EBITDA in Q1 as customer base shrinks

SFR parent company Altice France has reported another quarter of declining revenue and EBITDA, as its customer base contracted slightly year‑on‑year following subscriber losses across the fixed and mobile segments during the three months to March. First‑quarter revenue fell 9.1 percent year‑on‑year to EUR 2.16 billion (-9.3% in Q4 2025), reflecting the ongoing negative performance across all business lines.

TDRA records over 11 mln users on official UAE government platform
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 13:53

TDRA records over 11 mln users on official UAE government platform

The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) announced that the official UAE government platform (U.ae) attracted over 11 million users in the past twelve months. The updated portal serves as a unified gateway to to services from every government entity. The TDRA said the platform recorded more than 18 million visits, averaging 1.5 million visits per month, highlighting the growing trust in the service.

Cirion rolls out on-demand NaaS connectivity across LatAm with Ciena and Carma
LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN 13:52

Cirion rolls out on-demand NaaS connectivity across LatAm with Ciena and Carma

Cirion Technologies has partnered with Ciena and Carma to deploy an on-demand Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) offering across its Latin American network with a view to transforming enterprise connectivity for data centres, hybrid cloud environments and AI workloads. The initial rollout spans segments of its infrastructure and carrier-neutral data centre ecosystem, supported by more than 105,000 kilometres of fibre across over 20 countries, with further expansion planned.

Orange Poland, Plus, Play open orders for new foldable Motorola phones
POLAND 13:49

Orange Poland, Plus, Play open orders for new foldable Motorola phones

Orange Poland has started pre-sales of the Motorola Razr and Motorola Fold in its shops. Up to PLN 1,500 cashback is offered to customers buying the devices and connecting to any tariff plan from the operator. Pre-sales will last until 02 June.  Polkomtel, trading under the Plus brand, as well as Play have also started pre-sales of the devices with the same cashback offers.

T-Mobile Poland launches free AI training programme
POLAND 13:46

T-Mobile Poland launches free AI training programme

T-Mobile Poland has launched a free AI training programme for participants of the loyalty programme Magenta Moments. Available on the My T-Mobile app, the training programme is offered in cooperation with the company Campus AI.

Eletronet sees 22% revenue growth in Q1, plans fibre and data centre expansion
BRAZIL 13:39

Eletronet sees 22% revenue growth in Q1, plans fibre and data centre expansion

Brazilian wholesale operator Eletronet reported net operating revenue growth of 22 percent year-on-year in Q1 to BRL 61 million, with EBITDA climbing 34 percent to BRL 30 million, reaching a 50 percent margin. This strong financial performance is attributed to successful commercial efforts, including increased revenues in data transport and IP segments, and new contract wins.

Magyar Telekom launches digitisation assistant on B2B platform
HUNGARY 13:37

Magyar Telekom launches digitisation assistant on B2B platform

Magyar Telekom has launched a free, AI-powered 'Telekom Digitalisation Assistant' on its Hello Business platform to help small Hungarian businesses with digital transformation. The assistant is designed to guide entrepreneurs step-by-step, offering tailored advice on digital solutions that match their business profile, development stage, and goals. It acts as a partner throughout the entire process, from initial steps to integrating chosen digital solutions.

Fibertime targets 1 mln homes covered by mid-2027
SOUTH AFRICA 13:35

Fibertime targets 1 mln homes covered by mid-2027

South Africa's pay-as-you-go fibre provider Fibertime aims to connect 1 million homes by mid-2027, ITWeb reported. Alan Knott-Craig Jr, founder of Fibertime, told a recent forum that Fibertime is focused on scaling its network aggressively. It already covers 420,000 homes in thirteen cities and seven provinces. Fibertime deploys and sells fibre internet in townships, offering uncapped 100 Mbps service for ZAR 5 daily.

Blinq brings outdoor 5G small cell radios to market
GLOBAL 13:34

Blinq brings outdoor 5G small cell radios to market

Blinq Networks has expanded its outdoor small cell line-up with two new outdoor radios tailored to private 5G deployment.  The MCRF-400 model caters to high-powered cellular transmission, while the PCW-400 is more suited to mid-tier enterprise footprints. The PCW-400 is available for global procurement, having already secured US and Canadian regulatory permissions, with Europe's CE certification to follow shortly. The MCRF-400 is FCC-certified and is expected to gain additional market clearances in the nex

BRAZIL 13:32

Brazil improves fixed broadband ranking in Speedtest Global Index

Brazil has improved its global standing in fixed broadband speed, reaching 26th place out of 153 countries in the Speedtest Global Index, according to a statement from the communications ministry. In March, the country's average download speed was 221.53 Mbps, more than double the global average of 120.52 Mbps, and notably faster than Mexico (104.25 Mbps) and similarly sized economies like Italy (117.11 Mbps) and Germany (103.72 Mbps).

CZECH REPUBLIC 13:30

CRA looks for PR agency

Czech operator Ceske Radiokomunikace (CRA) announced a tender for a PR and communication agency. The first phase is a request for information, the aim of which is to verify market interest and assess suitable suppliers for a shortlist. The tender is planned as a two-round process, with selected applicants receiving more detailed instructions in the next phase. The contract is expected to run from 01 September. Agencies interested in participating in the tender have been invited to confirm this by 02 June.

BRAZIL 13:26

Vivo introduces iPhone insurance with AppleCare

Brazilian mobile operator Vivo has launched a new iPhone insurance plan that integrates AppleCare, providing technical assistance and specialized support directly from Apple. Available for BRL 199.90 per month, the 24-month policy is charged directly to the Vivo invoice and can be purchased at its stores.

SERBIA 13:24

Orion Telekom to develop Serbian business AI language model

Orion Telekom, an Nvidia AI Factory partner, and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia (CCIS) have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to develop a Serbian business AI language model. This model will understand Serbian (Cyrillic and Latin scripts), local business terminology, regulations, and industry specifics, helping to boost the competitiveness and digital transformation of Serbian companies.

SOUTH AFRICA 13:22

MTN South Africa to invest ZAR 480 mln for network upgrades in Free State and Northern Cape

MTN South Africa is injecting over ZAR 480 million into major network expansion projects across the Free State and Northern Cape during 2026, BusinessDay reported. This infrastructure rollout allocates ZAR 300 million to the Free State and over ZAR 180 million to the Northern Cape to expand network coverage in both urban hubs and underserved rural communities.

UZBEKISTAN 13:20

GSMA says mobile telecoms accounted for 8% of Eurasia GDP in 2025

Mobile technologies and services generated USD 270 billion for the Eurasian economy in 2025, equivalent to 8.1 percent of GDP, according to the GSMA's Mobile Economy Eurasia 2026 report. The mobile ecosystem supported approximately 750,000 jobs across the region in 2025. The GSMA report coincides with the start of the organisation's M360 Eurasia 2026 event in Samarkand.

POLAND 13:19

Fixmap acquires Eden Internet

Polish telecommunications holding company Fixmap, controlled by Arcus Infrastructure Partners, has acquiredn the local ISP Eden Internet, working in the town of Kozuchow in the Lubusz region, reports Telko.in. Revenues of Eden Internet amounted to PLN 1.317 million in 2025, and its net loss was PLN 231,000, according to the annual report.

CANADA 13:17

AmpliTech obtains US, Canadian permission for 5G-native DAS bundle

AmpliTech said it has received full certifications for its 5G-native distributed antenna system (DAS) from the US Federal Communications Commission. The product has also been certified for Canadian distribution by Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada. As such, AmpliTech's technology is approved for deployment in both markets, providing assurance for wireless carriers, enterprises, and government clients weighing indoor DAS coverage powered by AmpliTech's 5G-capable Pico Radio, its AC and DC

UGANDA 13:15

Airtel Uganda pays out UGX 43 bln to rural infrastructure fund

Airtel Uganda has remitted UGX 42.9 billion to the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) to support rural infrastructure development. The financial contribution handed over to the Communications Universal Service and Access Fund (UCUSAF) represents 2 percent of Airtel Uganda's gross annual revenue for the year ending 31 December 2025, in compliance with the Communications Act and the operator's license, Airtel said in a statement.

LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN 13:10

Millicom to pay USD 3 per share dividend on 2025 results

Millicom, owner of Tigo-branded operations across Latin America, said shareholders at its AGM approved all of the resolutions proposed by the board, including a dividend distribution of USD 3 per share on its 2025 full-year results. The dividend will be paid in four equal installments on or around 15 July 2026, 15 October 2026, 15 January 2027 and 15 April 2027.

PORTUGAL 12:59

DStelecom expands fibre network in Montalegre

Portuguese wholesale network operator DStelecom is expanding its fibre-optic network in Montalegre, bringing high-speed internet to 10 additional locations by the end of June. This initiative will provide approximately 1,700 new homes with fibre access, increasing total coverage to 7,900 families and reaching over 70 percent of the municipality. The new areas gaining fibre for the first time include Negroes, Cambeses do Rio, Donoes, Mourilhe, Padornelos, Padroso, and Fervidelas. Existing infrastructure will

KUWAIT 12:58

Zain Kuwait launches Whoop wearable health tracker

Zain Kuwait is partnering with Whoop to bring its products to customers through Zain Plus or Shabab plans. Whoop is a wearable fitness tracker and health coach designed to help users understand their bodies and build lasting health habits. It monitors heart rate variability, resting heart rate, sleep cycles, recovery and daily strain to provide personalized insights.

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