Ireland's Dapple collects USD 30 mln funding to deliver enterprise AI capacity
GLOBAL 08:05

Ireland's Dapple collects USD 30 mln funding to deliver enterprise AI capacity

Dapple, an Irish start-up looking to advance dedicated cloud capacity for regulatory-grade enterprise AI workloads, has obtained USD 30 million in its first major round of funding. Dapple's seed investment round is backed by Raptor Group, a private investment house backed by Jim Pallota's family office, and Ion Pacific, an early-stage venture firm based in Hong Kong. The funding comes just five months on from the launch of Dapple's AI infrastructure operating system, the Enterprise OS Cloud. 

Euskaltel, Cebek ink Basque digital training deal
SPAIN 07:57

Euskaltel, Cebek ink Basque digital training deal

Spanish operator Euskaltel (MasOrange) has signed a collaboration agreement with Bizkaia-based business association Cebek to boost digital skills and technological training among workers and companies in the Basque region. The initiative aims to help the local workforce adapt to a labour market increasingly shaped by digitalisation and artificial intelligence.

Get eSIM Travel by Nos launches 'World Cup 26 eSIM'
PORTUGAL 07:55

Get eSIM Travel by Nos launches 'World Cup 26 eSIM'

Get eSIM Travel, powered by Portuguese operator Nos, has launched a new 'World Cup 26 eSIM' data plan designed for fans attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup men's football tournament in the US, Canada and Mexico. This eSIM offers convenient and continuous internet access in all three host countries, allowing users to stay connected without needing physical SIM cards or relying on Wi-Fi. The plan, available from June to 19 July 2026, starts at EUR 19.99 for 5 GB valid for seven days and is managed through the g

MTN South Africa targets up to ZAR 6 bln in cost savings by 2029
SOUTH AFRICA 07:46

MTN South Africa targets up to ZAR 6 bln in cost savings by 2029

MTN South Africa aims to achieve between ZAR 4 billion and ZAR 6 billion in savings by 2029 through a comprehensive structural reset, TechCentral reported, citing new CEO Ferdi Moolman at the MTN Group Capital Markets Day. This is a fundamental business restructuring rather than a routine cost-cutting exercise. Moolman explained that South Africa lacks the market depth seen in faster-growing regions such as Nigeria, and its main purpose is to secure cash upstreaming and anchor group dividends. 

CoopVoce launches ad campaign for Turbo 200 offer
ITALY 07:43

CoopVoce launches ad campaign for Turbo 200 offer

The MVNO of Italian supermarket chain Coop has launched a new advertising campaign on leading TV stations and online for the 5G service it debuted earlier this year and its CoopVoce Turbo 200 prepay tariff. The ad features a worker who suddenly screams and starts running out of the office, ending up in a Thai temple chanting the mantra "Meno pensieri, più CoopVoce" ("Less thoughts, more CoopVoce").

TIM to begin 1-for-10 reverse stock split on 15 June
ITALY 07:15

TIM to begin 1-for-10 reverse stock split on 15 June

Telecom Italia (TIM) said it will begin a reverse stock split of its ordinary shares on 15 June, consolidating them at a ratio of one new share for every ten existing shares following shareholder approval in April. The move will reduce the number of ordinary shares to around 2.14 billion from 21.36 billion, while leaving the group's share capital unchanged at EUR 6 billion.

NEC, Anthropic and eight financial institutions launch AI collaboration initiative
JAPAN 07:14

NEC, Anthropic and eight financial institutions launch AI collaboration initiative

NEC, Anthropic and eight Japanese financial institutions have launched a joint initiative to explore the use of AI in financial services and support the deployment of AI technologies designed to meet the industry's requirements for security, reliability and accuracy. Participants in the initiative include MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings, Sumitomo Life Insurance, Daiwa Securities Group, Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group, Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group and Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance.

KT highlights AI-driven advertising platform in Volvo EX90 campaign
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 07:03

KT highlights AI-driven advertising platform in Volvo EX90 campaign

Korea Telecom (KT) said it has applied its AI and data-based advertising platform to the launch campaign for Volvo Car Korea's EX90 electric SUV, reporting increases in brand searches and test-drive applications. The campaign combined advertising on KT Square, the company's large-format media display in Gwanghwamun, with KT Genie TV through what KT describes as its Premium G Package integrated media offering.

SKT makes additional investment in Anthropic to support AI collaboration
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 07:01

SKT makes additional investment in Anthropic to support AI collaboration

SK Telecom (SKT) has made an additional investment in AI company Anthropic, according to Chosun, citing company sources. The investment was disclosed by Ryu Young-sang, chief executive officer of SKT, during a media briefing held at NTT's headquarters in Tokyo on 10 June in connection with the launch of the IOWN AI Fund, a joint investment initiative involving NTT and Chunghwa Telecom.

BW Digital and NUS launch research into quantum-ready data centre infrastructure
SINGAPORE 06:58

BW Digital and NUS launch research into quantum-ready data centre infrastructure

Singapore-based digital infrastructure company BW Digital and the National University of Singapore's College of Design and Engineering (NUS CDE) have announced a research collaboration focused on developing engineering frameworks for quantum-ready digital infrastructure in Southeast Asia. The partnership will examine infrastructure requirements for integrating future quantum computing systems with conventional computing environments in data centres.

Privacy watchdog finds Optus breached privacy obligations over White Pages
AUSTRALIA 06:56

Privacy watchdog finds Optus breached privacy obligations over White Pages

The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has determined that Optus breached Australian Privacy Principle (APP) 11.1 by failing to adequately protect the personal information of customers who had requested unlisted telephone numbers. The determination concludes an investigation first announced in August 2021 into Optus's handling of customer directory information between 1 October 2015 and 27 September 2019.

Fastweb+Vodafone debuts sovereign open-source cloud platform
ITALY 06:55

Fastweb+Vodafone debuts sovereign open-source cloud platform

Italian operator Fastweb+Vodafone has expanded its FASTCloud platform with launch of a sovereign cloud architecture based on open-source technologies aimed at businesses and public administration bodies. The offering, dubbed FASTCloud Open Source, is designed to enhance technological autonomy, reduce reliance on single vendors and prevent lock-in by allowing organisations to select and integrate different virtualisation systems.

EUROPE 06:54

Korea and EU agree to expand cooperation on AI, quantum and digital tech

South Korea's ministry of science and ICT and the European Union have agreed to expand cooperation in science, technology, AI and digital policy during South Korean president Lee Jae Myung's state visit to Belgium and the EU. The discussions formed part of the Korea-EU summit and covered AI innovation, AI governance, digital policy cooperation, research and innovation programmes, researcher exchanges and support for deep-tech start-ups.

GLOBAL 06:52

Nvidia adjusts Vera CPU design to address memory supply shortfalls - TrendForce

Nvidia has reduced the SOCAMM memory capacity of its next-generation Vera Rubin Superchip modules in response to anticipated constraints in low-power DRAM (LPDRAM) supply, according to research firm TrendForce. However, the change does not indicate weaker memory demand from Nvidia. Instead, it reflects limitations in the amount of LPDRAM expected to be available to the company under preliminary 2027 production allocations from memory suppliers.

JAPAN 06:51

NTT West to add mobile connectivity option to Multi Interconnect service

NTT West has announced plans to add a new mobile connectivity function to its Multi Interconnect enterprise networking service, enabling customers to connect mobile networks with its Interconnected WAN service. The new feature, called Mobile Connection, is scheduled to begin accepting orders on 30 October 2026. The operator said the new capability is designed to support more flexible network deployments by integrating closed mobile network services with Interconnected WAN.

UNITED STATES 06:49

TDK agrees USD 400 mln Fabric8Labs acquisition to expand data centre portfolio

Japan's TDK Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire US-based manufacturing company Fabric8Labs for up to USD 400 million in cash, comprising an upfront payment and a multi-year earn-out, as the electronics manufacturer seeks to strengthen its position in data centre technologies. Under the agreement, Fabric8Labs would become a wholly owned subsidiary of TDK, subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.

INDONESIA 06:47

STT GDC grows Jakarta campus as Indonesia capacity pipeline exceeds 360 MW

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) has announced a major expansion of its Jakarta data centre campus, advancing a development pipeline of more than 360 MW of planned IT capacity. The company said the expansion includes the launch of STT Jakarta 2, the topping out of STT Jakarta 3, and the groundbreaking of STT Jakarta 5 and STT Jakarta 6. STT Jakarta 2 will begin operations with 24 MW of IT load capacity, while STT Jakarta 5 and STT Jakarta 6 are each planned to support 40 MW.

HONG KONG 06:46

Tencent Cloud, UXSoft to build cloud-native retail management infrastructure for BAPE

Tencent Cloud has partnered with UXSoft Global and fashion retailer BAPE Hong Kong to build a centralized, cloud-native retail management infrastructure for A Bathing Ape (BAPE). BAPE is a Japanese streetwear brand recognized for its signature camouflage designs and high-demand product releases. Through this collaboration, BAPE is migrating mission-critical point-of-sale (POS) and inventory systems across its Hong Kong flagship stores and global outlets to Tencent Cloud, integrating UXSoft's omnichannel ret

GLOBAL 06:44

Data centre electricity consumption to increase 26% in 2026 - Gartner

Global data centre electricity consumption is expected to increase by 26 percent in 2026, driven largely by the growing adoption of AI workloads, according to new forecasts from Gartner. The research firm projects worldwide data centre electricity consumption will reach 565 terawatt hours (TWh) in 2026, up from 447 TWh in 2025. Data centre power demand is forecast to rise from 104 gigawatts (GW) to 132 GW over the same period. Gartner said AI-optimised servers will account for 31 percent of total data centr

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:42

SK Telecom expands long-term customer benefits programme

SK Telecom (SKT) has announced changes to its long-term customer benefits programme, including expanded mobile data rewards and a series of customer events for subscribers with at least 10 years of service. The operator said it will broaden eligibility for its anniversary data benefit from customers with five years of tenure to those with at least two years from 1 July. Under the programme, eligible customers receive additional mobile data based on their length of service during their subscription anniversa

SINGAPORE 06:40

Singapore launches data festival focused on AI, privacy and data governance

Singapore's Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) and Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) will launch the inaugural Singapore Data Festival from 20 to 24 July 2026, bringing together more than 2,000 data and AI professionals, policymakers and business leaders. The event, which will be held at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore, replaces the former Personal Data Protection Week and reflects a broader focus on data governance, responsible data use and artificial intelligence.

JAPAN 06:38

KDDI to launch arrows We3 on au and UQ Mobile on 25 June

KDDI and Okinawa Cellular Telephone will launch the 5G-enabled arrows We3 smartphone through their au and UQ Mobile brands on 25 June 2026, with pre-orders opening on 11 June. The device will also support the au Starlink Direct satellite connectivity service. The arrows We3 features a 6.1-inch display and a 5,000mAh battery. The handset is designed to withstand drops from heights of up to 1.5 metres onto concrete under the manufacturer's testing conditions and carries IP6X dust resistance and IPX6, IPX8 and

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:36

SK Telecom expands Air points programme to all app members

SK Telecom (SKT) has expanded the points programme within its Air mobile service app, allowing all registered app users to earn and redeem points regardless of whether they subscribe to an Air tariff. The operator announced that points benefits, previously limited to Air tariff subscribers, will now be available to non-subscribers through a range of advertising-based missions within the app. These include activities such as scratch-card games, prediction challenges and points missions.

NEW ZEALAND 06:35

InternetNZ opens nominations for board elections

InternetNZ has opened nominations for two elected positions on its board, with voting scheduled to take place between 24 July and 10 August 2026. The organisation, which oversees the .nz domain name space and advocates for an open and secure internet in New Zealand, said nominations will remain open until 16 July. Successful candidates will be announced at the organisation's annual general meeting on 13 August.

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