Monte Capital Management receives antitrust nod for Takoda acquisition
BRAZIL 08:38

Monte Capital Management receives antitrust nod for Takoda acquisition

Brazil's Administrative Council for Economic Defence (Cade) has approved, without restrictions, the acquisition of 100 percent of Tivit Infraestrutura de Tecnologia (operating as Takoda) by M. Transportation Fundo de Investimento em Infraestrutura, a fund managed by Monte Capital Management. Takoda, previously part of the Apax FIP portfolio, operates four data centres across Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Bogota. This acquisition marks Monte Capital's entry into the digital infrastructure sector, with plans

Brazilian regulator initiates S-band restructuring consultations for D2D services
BRAZIL 08:37

Brazilian regulator initiates S-band restructuring consultations for D2D services

Brazil's National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) has launched three public consultations regarding the restructuring of the S-band spectrum (1,980-2,010 MHz and 2,170-2,200 MHz), a critical range for emerging direct-to-device (D2D) satellite services. The primary consultation addresses Starlink's request to modify its operating rights to include the S-band for D2D services. Starlink argues that a 15+15 MHz block is necessary, whereas Anatel is proposing only 10+10 MHz per operator to ensure fair competi

Kontron implements Duesseldorf production of 5G connectivity modules
EUROPE 08:34

Kontron implements Duesseldorf production of 5G connectivity modules

Kontron has launched a production line dedicated to 5G communication modules at its Duesseldorf manufacturing plant. The IoT and embedded computing systems vendor will manufacture network access devices (NADs) tailored to 5G automotive use cases along with 5G industrial modules in the M.2 form factor.

Orange Poland launches AI assistants at children's hospital
POLAND 08:33

Orange Poland launches AI assistants at children's hospital

Orange Poland has launched five interactive AI assistants at the Children's Memorial Health Institute. They will support young patients, their caregivers, and visitors in quickly obtaining information and efficiently navigating the facility. This is the first commercial implementation of this solution by Orange Poland.

Oquei Telecom acquisition by Alares clears competition review
BRAZIL 08:32

Oquei Telecom acquisition by Alares clears competition review

Brazil's Administrative Council for Economic Defence (Cade) has unconditionally approved the acquisition of Oquei Telecom by Alares. The General Superintendence determined the transaction involves no horizontal overlap or vertical integration, as the companies operate in distinct municipalities within the state of Sao Paulo. Cade characterised the deal as a "substitution of an economic agent," enabling Alares to expand its fixed broadband services into new regions. The BRL 189 million acquisition, which inc

Simp launches GBP 10 unlimited eSim for students
UNITED KINGDOM 08:23

Simp launches GBP 10 unlimited eSim for students

A new eSim MVNO has launched in the UK, promising unlimited data from GBP 10 per month. Simp ('Sim, perfected') offers customers a GBP 2 monthly discount on its plans if they pay three months in advance. This makes its Standard Unlimited plan GBP 10 monthly, and the Premium Unlimited plan with double the EU roaming allowance GBP 13 per month. Students can get the GBP 10 price without having to pay upfront. 

Telstra joins University of Sydney AI workplace research consortium
AUSTRALIA 08:16

Telstra joins University of Sydney AI workplace research consortium

Telstra has joined a three-year research consortium led by the University of Sydney to examine how AI will reshape Australia's workforce, alongside Commonwealth Bank, Deloitte and law firm Ashurst Perkins Coie. The AI & Work Project Consortium will study the impact of AI on leadership, workforce skills, job design, productivity and employee experience, with the aim of developing a people-first framework for AI adoption across Australian organisations.

Torrecom raises USD 140 mln to expand LatAm tower portfolio
LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN 08:15

Torrecom raises USD 140 mln to expand LatAm tower portfolio

US-based telecommunications infrastructure firm Torrecom has secured a USD 140 million long-term loan to expand its telecommunications tower portfolio across Latin America. The financing was led by IDB Invest, with participation from DEG, Proparco, Allianz Credit Emerging Markets Fund, ILX Fund and BAC.

Bechtle wins EUR 250 million contract to​ manage IT services of Bavarian Ministry of Justice
GERMANY 08:13

Bechtle wins EUR 250 million contract to​ manage IT services of Bavarian Ministry of Justice

German IT services provider Bechtle said it has won a contract worth up to EUR 250 million to operate and develop the IT services of the Ministry of Justice in the state of Bavaria. The agreement entails managing the central IT platform 'bajTECH', which provides key digital workstations and IT services for the Bavarian justice system. It also covers the provision of managed services, project and consulting services, and the supply of IT hardware.

DNS:Net partners Exaring to offer waipu.tv to residential customers
GERMANY 08:08

DNS:Net partners Exaring to offer waipu.tv to residential customers

German fibre-optic regional operator DNS:Net has inked a partnership with Exaring to offer waipu.tv as its new TV service for residential customers. DNS:Net will market the waipu.tv Comfort and Perfect Plus packages. The Comfort package includes linear TV with over 200 HD channels, 50 hours of recording storage, features such as pause and restart functions, and access to content from the waiputhek library. The Perfect Plus package gives access to over 300 HD channels, including more than 70 pay-TV channels,

Asta-Net offers broadband at 5 Gbps
POLAND 08:01

Asta-Net offers broadband at 5 Gbps

Polish regional ISP Asta-Net, working in the Greater Poland region, has introduced fixed broadband at up to 5 Gbps, following the implementation of XGS-PON network technology in certain locations. Asta-Net offers a tariff plan with up to 5 Gbps for PLN 165 monthly under a 23-month contract, while the 2 Gbps speed is available for PLN 125 monthly. The rates total PLN 170 and PLN 130, respectively, under 11-month contracts. 

Verizon updates child-friendly Gizmo Watch with severe weather alerts and location insights
UNITED STATES 07:59

Verizon updates child-friendly Gizmo Watch with severe weather alerts and location insights

Verizon has released its latest smartwatch designed for children and parents, the Gizmo Watch 4. Gizmo Watch 4 will initially be offered to customers taking out a new service line under Verizon's smartwatch plan. The device is intended to be more resilient against water ingress and scratches than earlier Gizmo Watch devices. It contains a 1.6-inch scratch-resistant glass screen and a built-in battery that lasts as long as three days in typical usage.

BRAZIL 07:58

Brazil issues transparency guidelines for telecom offers

Brazil's telecom regulator Anatel has published comprehensive guidelines to ensure clarity and transparency in service offerings, with a specific focus on mobile telephony. This preventive measure addresses inconsistencies identified in how operators present, organise, and document their offers, particularly regarding data allowances and conditional bonuses.The guideline mandates that offers must be clear, complete, and easy to understand, immediately showing price, benefits, restrictions, validity, and any

BELGIUM 07:56

Orange Belgium adds new roaming offers outside EU

Orange Belgium is adding new options for roaming outside the EU. Daily Travel activates automatically with 1 GB for EUR 4 per day. Travel Pass targets customers abroad longer, offering 7 GB, 120 minutes and 120 SMS for EUR 30 over 15 days. 

NIGERIA 07:54

MTN Nigeria bundles FWA broadband plans with routers to expand internet access

MTN Nigeria has launched a suite of bundled broadband services, pairing high-speed data plans with compatible routers.  The offerings include a 30 GB broadband data bundle with a 4G Standard Router for NGN 9,000, a 60 GB bundle with a 4G Premium Router for NGN 14,500, and a Broadband Unlimited Standard Plan with a 5G Router for NGN 40,000.

EGYPT 07:47

Huawei delegation meets Egyptian deputy prime minister

Egyptian deputy prime minister for economic affairs Hussein Eissa has met a delegation led by Huawei Egypt CEO Benjamin Hou to discuss the technology company's expansion plans in Egypt. An official statement said the talks focused on deepening cooperation in digital transformation, technology localisation and digital skills development. Eissa said the growing footprint of Chinese enterprises in Egypt underscores deep international confidence in the local market and the country's evolving investment climate.

CROATIA (HRVATSKA) 07:46

Croatia updates microwave link allocation plan

Croatian telecom regulator Hakom has revised the allocation plan for microwave connections to align with current technological standards and international regulations. The amendments authorise the use of 220 MHz and 224 MHz channel bandwidths within the 18 GHz, 23 GHz and 38 GHz frequency bands. This update aims to improve radio spectrum efficiency and support the expansion of communications network capacity, Hakom said.

BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA 07:45

BH Telecom makes Travel Net roaming packages permanent offer

Bosnia and Herzegovina's BH Telecom has permanently added its Travel Net3 and Travel Net4 roaming packages to its standard offer. Travel Net3 provides 10 GB of data for a 15-day duration at BAM 30. This package is valid across a wide range of European and neighbouring countries, including Austria, Germany, Italy, and Turkey, among many others. Travel Net4 offers 2 GB of data for a 10-day duration for BAM 20. This plan is valid in a global list of over 70 countries, covering popular destinations in Europe, A

SPAIN 07:44

Spanish police bust EUR 1.1 mln smartphone theft ring

Spain's National Police and Catalonia's Mossos d'Esquadra said they have dismantled a criminal network that fraudulently obtained high-end smartphones by impersonating Telefonica customers and intercepting deliveries with the help of courier drivers. The investigation began after the operator filed a complaint in November 2025, flagging a pattern of fraudulent contracts opened using customers' personal data obtained through social engineering.

BRAZIL 07:38

TIM Brasil granted secondary spectrum use in eight Brazilian states

Brazil's telecommunications regulator Anatel has authorised TIM Brasil to use radio frequencies in the 2.5 GHz/2.6 GHz band on a secondary basis. The license grants access to two spectrum blocks: a 15 MHz block at 2,577.5 MHz and a 35 MHz block at 2,602.5 MHz. The authorisation covers numerous municipalities across seven states: Acre, Goias, Mato Grosso do Sul, Mato Grosso, Rondonia, Tocantins and the Federal District. This includes major capitals such as Brasília, Goiania, and Cuiaba, as well as several ci

KUWAIT 07:37

Ooredoo Kuwait signs MoU with Ad Space on outdoor ad displays

Ooredoo Kuwait has signed a memorandum of understanding with Ad Space, a digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising provider. This partnership expands its portfolio of digital solutions for the business sector. 

SOUTH AFRICA 07:34

Openserve launches retail ISP

Telkom South Africa's Openserve has launched its own retail internet service provider, Openserve ISP, setting itself up in direct competition with its wholesale clients. TechCentral reported. Operating through a direct-to-consumer online storefront, Openserve ISP is selling uncapped fibre packages ranging from ZAR 345 to ZAR 1,449 per month.

PORTUGAL 07:32

DSTelecom achieves universal fibre coverage in Boticas

Portuguese network operator DSTelecom is set to complete a major expansion of its fibre-optic network in the municipality of Boticas by the third quarter of 2026. This initiative will bring high-speed broadband to eight new locations in the Barroso region for the first time, ultimately covering 98 percent of the municipal territory and approximately 6,000 homes across all parishes.

GAMBIA 07:31

YCell buys 80% in Gamcell and commits to major investment for network upgrades

The Gambia Telecommunications Company (Gamtel) and YCell have signed a landmark share investment and network modernisation agreement, marking a major milestone for the country's telecom sector. Under the terms of the deal, YCell will acquire an 80 percent equity stake in Gamtel's mobile subsidiary, Gamcell. YCell is set to inject both financial capital and technical expertise to modernize the network's infrastructure and overhaul its business operations.

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