Eutelsat readies SpaceX mission for 32 new OneWeb satellites
GLOBAL 08:36

Eutelsat readies SpaceX mission for 32 new OneWeb satellites

Satellite operator Eutelsat has embarked on launch preparations for 32 new OneWeb satellites, which are now being shipped for a forthcoming SpaceX mission. This follows their delivery by Airbus Defence and Space under a procurement contract for 100 satellites announced by Eutelsat at the end of 2024. Manufactured at Airbus' facilities in Toulouse, the LEO (Low Earth Orbit) satellites represent the first batch in Eutelsat's programme to renew and enhance the OneWeb constellation.

Satellite IoT subscribers to soar 43% to 42 million by 2030 - Berg Insight
GLOBAL 08:35

Satellite IoT subscribers to soar 43% to 42 million by 2030 - Berg Insight

The global customer base for satellite IoT services is projected to grow at a 43.1 percent compound annual rate (CAGR) to 42 million subscribers by end-2030, according to Berg Insight. In 2025, the number of subscribers climbed above 7 million from around 5.8 million in 2024.

RDI upholds fine against Odido over wiretaps security
NETHERLANDS 08:35

RDI upholds fine against Odido over wiretaps security

The digital infrastructure agency in the Netherlands, RDI has largely upheld a fine against mobile operator Odido for inadequate security procedures for handling number tapping requests from law enforcement. The fine was reduced slightly in the administrative appeal, to EUR 1.47 million from EUR 1.52 million, but the offences mainly confirmed in the RDI decision taken in July and now made public.

Techone's SolidQ acquires Trots IT
NETHERLANDS 08:28

Techone's SolidQ acquires Trots IT

TechOne's subsidiary SolidQ has acquired Trots IT, strengthening its network of IT providers for the SME market in the Netherlands. Started in 2005, Trots IT focuses on digital security for small companies, offering a preventative, zero-trust stance. Its team will move to the SolidQ office in Breukelen as part of the deal, and owner Peter van der Linden will leave the company. Customers will see no change in their service, while gaining access to the wider portfolio of IT services from SolidQ. 

NCA confirms 700 MHz and 3 GHz spectrum awards to MTN Ghana
GHANA 08:27

NCA confirms 700 MHz and 3 GHz spectrum awards to MTN Ghana

MTN Group has announced that MTN Ghana received official notification from the National Communications Authority (NCA) on 02 October of the award of 700 MHz and 3 GHz mid-band frequency licences, valid for fifteen years. MTN Ghana secured two of three available lots in the 700 MHz band, at 20 MHz bandwidth each, for USD 100.9 million. It also acquired all three available lots in the 3 GHz band, at 50 MHz bandwidth each, for a licence fee of USD 101.1 million.

Vi introduces free international roaming on selected plans
INDIA 08:26

Vi introduces free international roaming on selected plans

Indian operator Vodafone Idea (Vi) has introduced free international roaming on selected postpaid, prepaid and enterprise plans, allowing eligible customers to use international roaming services in more than 170 countries without an additional roaming charge, subject to the allowances of their respective plans. The offering provides free international roaming for up to three trips per year, with international data and outgoing voice allowances varying by plan.

MTS launches scam call alerts for relatives of older people
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 08:23

MTS launches scam call alerts for relatives of older people

Russian operator MTS announced the expansion of tools designed to protect elderly subscribers from unwanted calls. Their relatives can now receive notifications whenever a potentially dangerous call to the elderly subscriber is detected, without needing to activate additional services. This new feature leverages the technology behind the MTS Guard platform, which in the first nine months of 2026 blocked over 85 million suspicious calls to customers aged 65 and older.

Czech operators tackle abusive practices in premium SMS market
CZECH REPUBLIC 08:22

Czech operators tackle abusive practices in premium SMS market

The Czech industry group of mobile operators APMS, together with operators, agreed a new cooperation to work on stopping abuse in the premium SMS market. Operators are preparing changes to their service conditions to ensure increased verification of providers and transactions, to help avoid customers facing unwanted charges on their mobile bills.

Ucom supports Armenia-UK Business Forum
ARMENIA 08:17

Ucom supports Armenia-UK Business Forum

Armenian operator Ucom is an official partner of the Armenia-UK Business Forum 2026, taking place in Yerevan 05–06 October. The forum brings together business leaders, investors, policymakers, institutions and innovators on one platform, creating opportunities for new business connections and long-term partnerships. Discussions will focus on investment, infrastructure, education and human capital, artificial intelligence, deep tech and emerging technologies, as well as new opportunities for Armenian-British

Romania's Radiocom starts tender for 10 Gbps Ethernet circuits for national IP/MPLS network
ROMANIA 08:17

Romania's Radiocom starts tender for 10 Gbps Ethernet circuits for national IP/MPLS network

Romanian state-owned operator Radiocom has launched a procurement procedure for the rental of 10 Gbps Ethernet circuits for its National IP Transport Network, which forms part of the company's national IP/MPLS transport infrastructure. The 30-month contract is worth RON 2.196 million. Radiocom published the procurement notice on 22 September, with the current version of the notice published on 2 October.

Ecuador's CNT activates Starlink-powered D2D service
ECUADOR 08:15

Ecuador's CNT activates Starlink-powered D2D service

Ecuador's state-owned CNT has become the latest Latin American operator to officially launch a satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) service in partnership with Starlink. The satellite-to-mobile connectivity service, dubbed SatPower, reaches areas not covered by traditional terrestrial networks, including remote communities, maritime areas as well as mountainous and jungle regions.

BNDES approves BRL 73 million funding for Highline
BRAZIL 08:14

BNDES approves BRL 73 million funding for Highline

Brazilian telecom infrastructure provider Highline has secured BRL 73 million in financing through the National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) using resources from the Fund for the Universalisation of Telecommunications Services (Fust). The initiative will fund the construction of 120 new telecommunications towers and the acquisition of 94 base radio stations to bring or enhance 4G and 5G coverage to 131 underserved peripheral regions and favelas across eight Brazilian states (Rio de Janei

PORTUGAL 08:13

Meo starts cybersecurity campaign

Meo Empresas, the business unit of Portuguese telecom operator Meo, introduced Meo Safe, a bundled solution starting at EUR 9.99 per month, targeting small businesses and entrepreneurs. The solution combines cloud backups, malware defence, and secure browsing on the single telecom bill, backed by expert monitoring. Additionally, Meo has introduced an introductory offer for the Net Segura service, at EUR 0.99 for three months, as part of a wider campaign to mark European Cybersecurity Month. This security pa

BRAZIL 08:08

Brazil's Vivo offers pharmacy discounts with top-up

Brazilian operator Vivo has expanded its prepaid value proposition by partnering with Vale Saude Farma to offer medicine discounts of up to 60 percent at over 7,000 partner pharmacies across Brazil. Customers who top-up BRL 30 or more automatically unlock the benefit, which can be activated through the Vivo App. Alongside the coupon, the updated BRL 30 monthly prepaid package now includes 25 GB of internet data valid for 30 days, unlimited calls and SMS, included digital apps, and data sharing capabilities.

BRAZIL 08:06

Unita bids to take Unifique private

Brazil's Unita Participacoes announced a public tender offer to acquire all outstanding shares of its subsidiary Unifique for BRL 6.00 per share, topping the independent valuation of BRL 5.42. The move aims to delist the Brazilian telecommunications operator from the B3's Novo Mercado and downgrade its CVM registration from category A to B. The proposal is currently pending regulatory approvals from the CVM and B3.

SLOVAKIA 08:04

Slovakia mobile operators launch shared network in new tunnel

Slovakia's mobile operators have confirmed that their mobile services will be available in the new the 3.6-km D1 (Cebrat)  tunnel at the town of Ruzomberok to be opened on 05 October, reports Zive. Orange Slovakia, O2 Slovakia and Slovak Telekom have provided 2G, 4G and 5G coverage in the tunnel under a shared technical solution designed to ensure coverage along the entire length of the Cebrat tunnel. 

INDIA 07:57

Airtel launches IQ Gateway business communications platform

Airtel Business has launched Airtel IQ Gateway, a platform designed to allow enterprises to manage multiple customer communication channels and service providers through a single control plane. The platform is compliant with India's Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) requirements and integrates SMS, WhatsApp, RCS, business voice and number verification services.

BELGIUM 07:56

Telenet loses appeal over 'fiber' marketing for cable

Belgian cable operator Telenet has lost a court appeal over the use of the term 'fiber' in its marketing. The appeals court in Antwerp upheld the earlier ruling by the commercial court in February in the case brought by Proximus, saying Telenet may not use the words 'fiber', 'fibre' or 'glasvezel' for offerings where part of the connection runs over coax, without expressly stating in the same image or audio that coax is involved. The company may use the terms for its own FTTH services. 

UNITED KINGDOM 07:54

Nfon appoints new Managing Director of UK business

Nfon, pan-European business communications provider, has announced the appointment of Neil Coulthard as Managing Director and Head of Sales of Nfon UK, with effect from start-October 2026. He will be responsible for driving growth in the UK market, reporting to Jennifer Fritsch, VP Small & Midsize Sales for Nfon. Coulthard joins Nfon UK from Charterhouse Group, where he was Director of Sales Operations. 

AFRICA 07:54

UNDP and GSMA partner to foster African AI innovation

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the GSMA have begun a partnership to strengthen Africa's artificial intelligence ecosystem and accelerate homegrown tech developments. They intend to connect local innovators with the resources needed to create context-driven AI tools, with a focus on advancing African language models. The aim is transform early-stage pilots into commercially viable services that foster digital and economic inclusion.

GLOBAL 07:50

Dazn signs broadcast deal with Portuguese Basketball Federation

Dazn has signed a new agreement for the 2026/27 season with the Portuguese Basketball Federation (FPB) to provide live coverage of Portugal's top men's and women's basketball competitions. Dazn will broadcast over 400 games liver and free-to-view - including men's and women's games from the Liga Betclic, Taca de Portugal, Taca Hugo dos Santos, Taca Federacao, Supertaca Mario Saldanha and Supertaca Feminina games. 

UZBEKISTAN 07:49

Mobiuz opens new shop in Bekabad

Uzbekistan operator Mobiuz opened its new shop and service centre in the city of Bekabad in the Tashkent region. The operator now owns 47 service centres across the country.

POLAND 07:48

Orange Poland start porting promo, security offer for prepaid

Orange Poland introduced a new promotion to customers connecting to its postpaid services over number porting. Customers who transfer their numbers to Orange and sign a 24-month contract on Plan L will pay a monthly subscription rate starting from PLN 50 for the first year, down by 50 percent. Customers are also offered discounts when buying selected smartphones.

SLOVAKIA 07:47

Skylink offers TV Paprika and Viasat History free in October

Slovak operator Skylink said it is offering customers the opportunity to watch the TV Paprika and Viasat History television channels in October free, until 03 November. The channels are available for subscribers of both satellite TV and the online service Skylink Live TV.

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