ZTE revenue jumps 34% in Q3 thanks to expansion in IT market
CHINA 13:21

ZTE revenue jumps 34% in Q3 thanks to expansion in IT market

ZTE reported a strong acceleration in revenue growth in the third quarter, driven by its expansion into IT and computing equipment and contracts outside China. Total sales rose 34.0 percent year-on-year to CNY 38.81 billion in the three months to September, compared to just 9 percent growth in the first half of the year. Net profit jumped to CNY 1.31 billion from CNY 264 million as valuation gains on investments added to the sales growth.

EBU extends top cycling rights deal to 2032
EUROPE 13:14

EBU extends top cycling rights deal to 2032

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has agreed a two-year extension with Amaury Sport Organisation to keep the Tour de France, La Vuelta, Paris-Roubaix and other leading men's and women's road cycling events on European screens until 2032. The deal extends the existing 2026-2030 agreement by adding the 2031 and 2032 seasons.

DNA joins 6G-Rocket project with Nokia, Nvidia, Keysight, MediaTek alongside Oulu, Northeastern and Tokyo universities
FINLAND 13:07

DNA joins 6G-Rocket project with Nokia, Nvidia, Keysight, MediaTek alongside Oulu, Northeastern and Tokyo universities

Telenor's Finnish operator, DNA, has announced its participation in international 6G-Rocket project launched by the University of Oulu to develop a mobile network that uses artificial intelligence to spot disruptions in advance and adapt before the connection deteriorates. More information about the project will be announced on 28 October at the 6G Summit at Finlandia Hall in Helsinki. Also participating are Nokia, Nvidia, Keysight, MediaTek, Northeastern University and the University of Tokyo. The project

Digital Arena Sweden runs launch events in November
SWEDEN 12:42

Digital Arena Sweden runs launch events in November

Ericsson has announced the launch of Digital Arena Sweden, a test and innovation environment for AI, 5G, 6G and APIs that is open to organisations nationwide. Launch events will run between 10 and 26 November in Lund, Gothenburg, Stockholm and Lulea, only five months since the start of the scheme, which involves an investment of more than SEK 300 million.

Telefonica Spain buys 10% stake in local AI firm OGA
SPAIN 12:35

Telefonica Spain buys 10% stake in local AI firm OGA

Telefonica Spain has acquired a 10 percent stake in OGA, a Seville-based AI company that specialises in optimising critical industrial processes with a focus on logistics, retail, energy, healthcare and defence. The deal, whose financial terms were not disclosed, includes a commercial and technical agreement allowing Telefonica to integrate OGA's technology into its services for businesses and public-sector customers.

Eutelsat and Qatar Media extend partnership for DTH broadcasting across MENA
MIDDLE EAST 12:09

Eutelsat and Qatar Media extend partnership for DTH broadcasting across MENA

Hamad Elbordini, sales director MENA at Eutelsat, said the extension highlights the continued trust placed in Eutelsat's broadcast infrastructure and services. Saoud Al Maadeed, deputy director for Qatar Television at Qatar Media Corporation, said the new agreement ensures continuity of satellite distribution and underlines their shared commitment to delivering high-quality, accessible content to MENA viewers.

Orange Sierra Leone Foundation brings digital school Kit to Karene school
SIERRA LEONE 11:55

Orange Sierra Leone Foundation brings digital school Kit to Karene school

The Orange Foundation of Sierra Leone has successfully delivered an Orange digital school kit for the benefit of pupils at Karene district education committee primary school in Kamakwie in Sella Limba Chiefdom. It provides children and teachers with essential modern learning tools.

Verizon postpaid growth improves to over 400,000 new phone customers in Q3
UNITED STATES 11:50

Verizon postpaid growth improves to over 400,000 new phone customers in Q3

Verizon has increased its full-year outlook again after reporting record adjusted EBITDA for the third quarter. The operator's new strategy appears to be paying off, with a strong increase in postpaid phone net additions to 406,000 in Q3, while reduced phone subsidies are helping keep operating costs and margins in check. Total revenues rose 1.5 percent year-on-year to USD 34.3 billion, and adjusted EBITDA jumped 8.0 percent to USD 13.8 billion.

Zain Jordan continues to support Al Ma'wa wildlife reserve
JORDAN 11:41

Zain Jordan continues to support Al Ma'wa wildlife reserve

Zain Jordan has renewed its partnership with the Princess Alia Foundation for the sixth year, reinforcing its dedication to environmental preservation and wildlife protection through Al Ma'wa, a 1,100-dunum sanctuary in the Souf area of Jerash Governorate. One standard dunum measures 1,000 square metres. Al Ma'wa provides a secure environment and specialist rehabilitation for wild animals rescued or confiscated by authorities, and currently houses approximately 70 animals.

Namibia's CRAN raises NAD 100,000 for local charities
NAMIBIA 11:34

Namibia's CRAN raises NAD 100,000 for local charities

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has successfully concluded its Values Champions Charity Initiative, raising and distributing nearly NAD 100,000 to support healthcare and education institutions across the country. The Values Champions Initiative was launched in January 2021. Through the programme, staff members support community projects designed to drive lasting, positive social impact. This year, four teams collectively raised NAD 68,750, and this was supplemented by a NAD 30,000

Genesys contains security breach
GLOBAL 11:31

Genesys contains security breach

US customer experience IT vendor Genesys said it has contained a cybersecurity incident in which an intruder was able to access its internal business systems. The breach was discovered on 16 October, with an investigation determining the hacker had entered Genesys's learning management system (LMS) and customer relationship management (CMS) platform. Genesys has now implemented measures to head off the intruder and manage wider security implications.

Semtech rolls out FIPS 140-3 security in AirLink 5G software update
GLOBAL 11:29

Semtech rolls out FIPS 140-3 security in AirLink 5G software update

Semtech has announced updated software functionality for its AirLink 5G industrial-grade cellular routers and networking equipment. The upgrades are led by the latest iteration of Semtech's AirLink operating system. AirLink administrators should update to AirLink OS 6.1 to implement certificates from the latest US federal computer security standard, FIPS 140-3, replacing the previous FIPS 140-2 benchmark. Semtech is also rolling out a revamped zero trust architecture that factors in an integration with Palo

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 11:20

Etisalat and Burjeel Holdings partner to enhance healthcare access for UAE employees and families

Etisalat UAE has signed a memorandum of understanding with GCC healthcare services provider Burjeel Holdings to enhance medical service access for its employees and their families in the UAE. The partnership connects staff and their dependents with Burjeel Holdings' network of hospitals and medical centres. It establishes a formal framework for preventive health initiatives, personalised medical assistance, and employee well-being programmes.

SOUTH AFRICA 11:11

Liquid Intelligent Technologies and Microsoft South Africa support school digital skills lab

Liquid Intelligent Technologies has launched its second solar-powered Mobile Digital Lab at Fontein Full-Service School in Gqeberha, South Africa.  It benefits approximately 850 pupils alongside local teachers and community members by expanding digital access and grassroots educational opportunities. The laboratory has been provided in partnership with Microsoft and South Africa's Department of Communications and Digital Technologies alongside Deviare, which is also co-sponsoring free foundational digital t

FRANCE 11:02

Orange France plans to offer video calls with after-sales experts across retail stores

Orange France has been consulting employee representatives on the introduction of a new service aimed at enhancing customer relationship management across its physical retail stores. Under the proposal, shoppers will be able to receive expert advice via video calls with Orange representatives trained to provide remote assistance on specialist topics, such as technical connectivity issues. This follows successful trials carried out in 24 retail stores, using a tablet connected to the operator's CRM system an

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 10:59

Ericsson expects 63% of UAE smartphone holders to use AI agents by 2030

Sixty-three percent of smartphone users in the UAE are expected to delegate everyday tasks to AI agents by 2030, according to an Ericsson ConsumerLab report. It said 10 percent of respondents in the country, double the global average, already use agentic AI capabilities to handle tasks they previously did themselves.

UNITED STATES 10:53

GoNetSpeed offers eero Mesh Wi-Fi to commercial, MDU customers

US fibre broadband provider GoNetSpeed has announced the launch of eero mesh Wi-Fi for commercial and multi-dwelling unit (MDU) customers. Eero uses multiple access points throughout a property to deliver consistent, reliable Wi-Fi coverage across common areas, offices, retail locations and other MDU and commercial environments. GoNetSpeed operates a fibre broadband network across the NE of the US, serving customers in West Virginia, Vermont, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania. New York, New Jersey, Missouri, Massa

EUROPE 10:52

Consumer groups demand Disney+ refunds over 'downgraded' Premium plan

Euroconsumers and its national members in Italy (Altroconsumo), Belgium (Testachats/Testaankoop) and Portugal (Deco Proteste) sent Disney a formal notice of default and cease-and-desist demand earlier this month over the reduced quality of Disney+ Premium in parts of Europe. The consumer groups are seeking automatic price reductions and compensation of at least EUR 5 per subscriber per month for periods when promised premium features were unavailable.

ETHIOPIA 10:40

Ethio Telecom extends LTE to 80 more towns

Ethio Telecom has expanded its 4G mobile broadband service to 80 more towns as it extends high-speed connectivity beyond major urban centres. The expansion aligns with its three-year strategy, 'Next Horizon: Digital & Beyond 2028'. In its H1 2025/26 performance report, the operator said it operationalised 278 new mobile stations during the first six months of the fiscal year, nearly 47 percent of them in rural areas. The report also highlighted that 133 more towns gained LTE service during the same period.

BRAZIL 10:40

Vivo expands bundled streaming packages with up to 40% savings

Brazilian telecom operator Vivo has launched new 'App Combos' combining major streaming platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+, Globoplay, Max, and YouTube Premium. Prices start at BRL 49.90 per month for three platforms or BRL 74.90 for five. Available to Post, Control, Fibre, and Vivo Total subscribers without loyalty contracts, the discounted ad-supported and ad-free packages offer up to 40 percent savings compared to individual subscriptions, with unified billing and management via the Vivo ap

UGANDA 10:30

UCC announces stakeholder committee to assess Wi-Fi resale market to improve regulation

The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) will register public Wi-Fi hotspot resellers and explore formal licensing structures, following appeals from traders for extended compliance windows ahead of a crackdown on unlicensed operators. The aim is to better understand the nature and scale of the businesses and inform further regulatory engagement. At a consultative meeting with Kampala City Traders Association (KACITA) representatives, UCC executive director Nyombi Thembo announced the creation of a specia

GLOBAL 10:23

Xiaomi caters to bulk-averse mobile consumers with Poco X8s handset

Xiaomi is expanding its mid-range Poco X8 smartphone line-up, announcing the launch of a more compact iteration called the Poco X8s. Poco X8s is pitched as an effective all-rounder that pairs a "flagship" 1.5K Amoled display with a versatile camera system and enhanced performance. At 6.35 inches, the screen is significantly smaller than Poco X8's 6.83-inch panel, while the handset also weighs less at 187 grams and is 8.06 millimetres thick. Xiaomi believes a leaner physical profile will tempt customers seek

PHILIPPINES 10:23

Globe's H1 data revenues jump 15% amid rising demand for enterprise connectivity, digital infra

Philippines operator Globe Telecom posted corporate data revenues of PHP 11 billion in the first half of 2026, which represents an increase of 15 percent year-on-year. Revenue growth was mainly boosted by increasing demand for enterprise connectivity and digital infrastructure, the company said.

SOUTH AFRICA 10:19

Mzansi Mind picks HPE infrastructure to run Siya LLM and Agentic AI framework

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has announced that Mzansi Mind (MzMind), a sovereign enterprise AI platform from Solcon Capital, has selected HPE AI-optimised servers and networking switches to power its Siya large language model (LLM) and Agentic AI framework. MzMind was created to support all twelve official South African languages and enables organisations to deploy AI in the local languages that their employees and customers speak, while adhering to data sovereignty, security and regulatory requirement

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