Equinix plans big increase in capex as data centre demand lifts long-term targets
GLOBAL 07:42

Equinix plans big increase in capex as data centre demand lifts long-term targets

Equinix has raised its annual earnings guidance again, as well as sharply increased its capex budget, after an acceleration in the data centre company's growth in the second quarter. Quarterly revenues rose 16 percent year-on-year to USD 2.625 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was up 24 percent to USD 1.396 billion, for a record margin of 53 percent. The group said it had added nine new projects since its last report in April and has 52 projects underway around the world in order to meet the demand for data cent

GSMA urges Spain to apply 2026 World Cup connectivity lessons to 2030
SPAIN 07:29

GSMA urges Spain to apply 2026 World Cup connectivity lessons to 2030

A new report from GSMA Intelligence outlines the extent to which connectivity has emerged as a critical factor in the success of major sporting events, with the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico serving as a testing ground for telecommunications networks. The study, dubbed 'World Cup 2026: are operators the game-changers?', examines the role played by mobile operators during the tournament and draws lessons that the GSMA said could be especially relevant for Spain as it prepares to co-host th

Nigerian commission orders data processors to register after court ruling
NIGERIA 07:27

Nigerian commission orders data processors to register after court ruling

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has directed all data controllers and data processors of major importance (DCPMIs) who have not yet registered with the commission to do so immediately. The directive follows a Federal High Court judgment affirming the NDPC's statutory authority to designate and register such organisations. Under the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA), DCPMIs are entities operating in Nigeria that handle sensitive personal data or large volumes of information, making their regis

TVNZ launches premium sports streaming model with World Cup Event Pass
NEW ZEALAND 07:23

TVNZ launches premium sports streaming model with World Cup Event Pass

New Zealand broadcaster TVNZ has introduced its first paid streaming product, launching a premium TVNZ+ Event Pass for the FIFA World Cup 2026 as the broadcaster expands beyond its traditional free-to-view, advertising-supported model. The broadcaster said the tournament generated more than 20 million streams across its free and paid TVNZ+ offerings, making it the most-streamed event on the platform to date.

Galaxy Backbone soft-launches government public services portal
NIGERIA 07:19

Galaxy Backbone soft-launches government public services portal

Galaxy Backbone (GBB) has soft-launched the government service portal (GSP) in partnership with the ICT ministry and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). The services.gov.ng platform acts as a unified, trusted hub through which Nigerians can find and use digital services provided by ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs).

Italy proposes free spectrum renewal to 2037 for 5G SA investment
ITALY 07:08

Italy proposes free spectrum renewal to 2037 for 5G SA investment

Italy's communications regulator Agcom has opened a third and final public consultation on renewing mobile spectrum rights due to expire on 31 December 2029, proposing a free extension to 31 December 2037 in exchange for binding investment and wholesale access commitments. The measure covers the 800, 900, 1500, 1800, 2100, 2600 and 3400–3600 MHz bands, as well as fixed-wireless spectrum at 28 GHz. Consultation responses from operators, public institutions and other stakeholders are due by 05 October 2026, a

ADB to invest MYR 300 million in Islamic bond for development of data centres in Malaysia
MALAYSIA 07:05

ADB to invest MYR 300 million in Islamic bond for development of data centres in Malaysia

Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced plans to invest up to MYR 300 million (approximately USD 75.8 million) in an Islamic bond (sukuk) issued by Sime Darby Property (a member of Sime Darby Property Berhad Group or Sime Darby Property) to support the development of digital infrastructure in Malaysia. The investment is part of a sukuk wakalah programme, an Islamic financing structure in which an agent deploys funds from multiple issuances into Shariah-compliant assets or businesses. ADB also reports thi

India adds nearly 5 million phone lines in June
INDIA 06:46

India adds nearly 5 million phone lines in June

Indian operators added 4.98 million telephone subscribers in June, ending the month with 1.34 billion fixed and mobile users nationwide, according to the latest figures from market regulator Trai. This represents an increase of 0.37 percent from May. India ended June with a mobile penetration rate of 90.96 percent and fixed penetration at 3.35 percent.

Meta profits fall in Q2 on rising costs for lawsuits and lay-offs
GLOBAL 06:40

Meta profits fall in Q2 on rising costs for lawsuits and lay-offs

Meta reported a fall in profits for the second quarter, hurt by one-time costs for lay-offs and legal cases. While revenues were up 28 percent year-on-year to USD 60.8 billion, in line with its forecast, operating profit fell 8 percent to USD 18.8 billion, after a 55 percent jump in operating costs. The company's net profit fell 14 percent to USD 15.8 billion. 

Telecom Italia revenues climb 5.7% in Q2, returns to net profit
ITALY 06:37

Telecom Italia revenues climb 5.7% in Q2, returns to net profit

Telecom Italia (TIM) reported revenues of EUR 3.5 billion in the second quarter of 2026, up 5.7 percent year on year, thanks to the performance of TIM Brasil (+5.5%), TIM Enterprise (+7.9%), again offsetting domestic decline (-2.4%). The group's earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation after lease costs (EBITDA-AL) climbed 4.5 percent to EUR 998 million, with the group also posting a net profit of EUR 88 million for the three months to 30 June following net losses of EUR 292 million and

Sky Sport NZ to offer free streaming for All Blacks South Africa tour opener
NEW ZEALAND 06:25

Sky Sport NZ to offer free streaming for All Blacks South Africa tour opener

Sky Sport New Zealand will make the opening match of the All Blacks' South Africa tour available free via Sky Sport Now as part of its coverage plans for the 2026 tour. In partnership with New Zealand Rugby, fans will be able to register for a free Sky Sport Now day pass to watch the opening fixture against the Stormers on 8 August. Registration opens on 1 August. Sky said it will provide live coverage of all matches on the tour, including the four-Test series against South Africa, across Sky Sport and Sky

Qualcomm net profit falls 25% on smartphone market slump
GLOBAL 06:22

Qualcomm net profit falls 25% on smartphone market slump

Qualcomm reported lower results for its fiscal third quarter to June, as its expansion into new markets was unable to offset the slowdown in smartphone demand. Revenues declined 4 percent year-on-year to USD 9.95 billion, in line with the company's forecast, and pretax profit fell 17 percent to USD 2.46 billion. The company's net profit was down 25 percent to USD 2.00 billion.

JAPAN 06:21

KDDI launches App Store and Google Play payment rewards campaign

KDDI has launched a promotional campaign offering rewards to customers who use au PAY (au Kantan Kessai) as their payment method for purchases on Apple's App Store and Google's Google Play. Running from 30 July to 8 September, the campaign allows customers who register and spend at least JPY 2,000 through au PAY on either app store to share a pool of three million Ponta points, with the number of entries determined by their total spending. Ponta Pass subscribers will receive additional entries.

GLOBAL 06:08

Deezer posts higher H1 EBITDA, maintains growth momentum in direct subs

France-based music streaming company Deezer confirmed its full-year financial targets after reporting improved profitability for the six months to June. Adjusted EBITDA amounted to EUR 8.5 million in the first half, up from EUR 2.1 million in H1 2025. Over the same period, net income rose to EUR 6.7 million from a net loss of EUR 7.6 million. Revenue increased 0.4 percent at constant currency to EUR 268.2 million, as the rising contribution from direct subscribers (+6.7%) offset expected declines in both th

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:08

KT integrates Galaxy Watch with private 5G service for industrial safety

Korea Telecom (KT) has launched a new industrial safety service that integrates Samsung Electronics' Galaxy Watch with its private 5G offering, enabling enterprises to monitor worker safety across industrial sites. The new Safety Management Watch service combines KT's enterprise private 5G network with Samsung Electronics' SmartThings Pro for Safety platform, which analyses environmental data such as temperature and humidity alongside worker biometric data including heart rate and activity levels.

GLOBAL 06:07

Microsoft beats Q4 outlook with revenues up 18%, sees more double-digit growth ahead

Microsoft again reported better-than-expected quarterly results, with revenues for the three months to June up 18 percent year-on-year to USD 90.0 billion. Operating profit also rose 18 percent, to EUR 40.6 billion, and net profit jumped 31 percent to USD 35.8 billion, helped by a large gain of USD 3.2 billion on its stake in Anthropic. 

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:55

South Korea proposes fines of up to 6% of revenue for illegal spam violations

The Korea Media and Communications Commission (KMCC) has proposed new regulations that would allow fines of up to 6 percent of relevant revenue for businesses responsible for sending illegal spam or failing to meet their obligations to prevent it. The proposed amendments to the Enforcement Decree of the Information and Communications Network Act and a new enforcement notice establish a three-tier penalty framework based on the severity of violations, with fines ranging from one percent to six percent of rel

EUROPE 05:42

NTT Data, Engie partner on renewable energy for AI data centre expansion

NTT Data has formed a strategic partnership with Engie to secure long-term renewable energy and low-carbon power solutions for its global data centre business as growing AI workloads increase demand for electricity. The companies said the agreement establishes a long-term framework covering renewable energy procurement, power supply and integrated energy solutions across priority markets, supporting NTT Data's global expansion of AI, cloud and digital infrastructure while advancing its net-zero objectives.

NEW ZEALAND 05:40

Tuatahi First Fibre partners with Cure Kids to support child health research

New Zealand wholesale fibre network operator Tuatahi First Fibre has announced a partnership with child health research charity Cure Kids. Under the agreement, Tuatahi will become an associate partner of Cure Kids, providing financial support, fundraising initiatives and awareness campaigns to support the charity's research into serious childhood illnesses.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:39

SK Telecom expands tariff and loyalty benefits under cost-of-living initiative

SK Telecom (SKT) will expand mobile plan discounts, loyalty rewards and travel benefits during August and September as part of a telecommunications support package agreed with South Korea's government to help reduce household living costs. The operator said customers signing up to its air mobile plans during August would receive reward points equivalent to around 70 percent of their monthly subscription fee for up to 12 months. Existing air subscribers will also be able to use a greater proportion of accumu

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 05:38

Korea Telecom fined KRW 54 bln over femtocell breach that compromised network

South Korea's Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) has fined Korea Telecom (KT) KRW 53.98 billion (USD 39 million) after concluding the operator failed to secure its mobile network against a rogue femtocell attack that exposed subscriber data and enabled fraudulent mobile payments. The regulator found attackers copied authentication certificates from a lost KT-operated femtocell and installed them on a counterfeit device, allowing unauthorised access to KT's mobile core network for almost 11 mo

JAPAN 05:35

KDDI and Avita integrate Gemini AI model into jointly developed humanoid

KDDI and Avita have announced the integration of Google's Gemini generative AI model into a jointly developed humanoid robot, with the system being demonstrated at the Google Cloud Next Tokyo event on 30 and 31 July. The companies said the development forms part of their strategic partnership in physical AI, announced in March 2026, which combines KDDI's communications and AI platform with Avita's avatar and robotics technologies to develop a Japanese-built humanoid for customer service and reception applic

ASIA 05:34

GHD appoints Tai Hollingsbee to lead technology and comms across APAC and EMEA

Global engineering and professional services firm GHD has appointed Tai Hollingsbee as Technology & Communications Leader for Asia Pacific and Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), as it expands its focus on digital infrastructure, AI and communications. Based in Melbourne, Hollingsbee will be responsible for helping clients address emerging technologies, digital infrastructure, AI and evolving communications and data ecosystems.

JAPAN 05:33

NEC and Cyber Defense Institute to launch Mitre cyber defence training

NEC and Cyber Defense Institute will begin offering the Mitre Engage in a Box cybersecurity training programme in Japan from 30 July, under a partnership with US federally funded research and development organisation Mitre Corporation. The companies said the programme, which is designed to provide structured training in adversary engagement techniques based on the Mitre Engage framework, will be offered commercially for the first time by a private-sector organisation. 

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