US jury orders Comcast to pay USD 213 mln for violating streaming patent
UNITED STATES 16:24

US jury orders Comcast to pay USD 213 mln for violating streaming patent

A Florida jury has ruled that Comcast owes damages worth USD 213 million for violating a streaming video patent held by digital TV provider WhereverTV, reports Reuters. WhereverTV had claimed that Comcast's X1 set-top boxes infringed its patent for technology to integrate cable channels with streaming services. The lawsuit was filed in 2018, accusing Comcast of integrating the technology into its set-top boxes around 2012.

CMA proposes Strategic Market Status designation for Microsoft
UNITED KINGDOM 16:13

CMA proposes Strategic Market Status designation for Microsoft

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is proposing to designate Microsoft as having Strategic Market Status (SMS) in its business software ecosystem. The CMA is now consulting before reaching a final decision, with areas for potential action including how the company bundles its software. The CMA will also look at making it easier for developers to integrate their products with the Microsoft business software ecosystem. Interested parties can comment on on the consultation by 13 November 2026. 

DC-CIX expands US partnership with Digital Realty
UNITED STATES 15:49

DC-CIX expands US partnership with Digital Realty

DE-CIX is expanding a US partnership with Digital Realty, global provide of data centre colocation solutions, giving customers at 22 additional Digital Realty facilities in New York, Dallas, Phoenix and Chicago access to DE-CIX services through the Metro Connect service of Digital Realty. The agreement expands the reach of the DE-CIX interconnection platforms to all Digital Realty data centres in each of the four metro markets. 

EDB to provide up to USD 31 mln for Astana data centre project
KAZAKHSTAN 15:48

EDB to provide up to USD 31 mln for Astana data centre project

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) and Kazakhstan company Akashi Data Centre have signed an agreement to provide up to USD 31.2 million in financing for a data centre project in Astana, according to the bank. The project will expand Kazakhstan's data storage and processing capacity and mark the first data centre construction project in the EDB's investment portfolio.

TF1-Netflix partnership drives 30 percent rise in viewing hours for TF1+
FRANCE 15:47

TF1-Netflix partnership drives 30 percent rise in viewing hours for TF1+

TF1, France's leading commercial broadcaster, said that the integration of its TF1+ streaming service on the Netflix platform has delivered very positive results since the launch of the partnership on 19 June. To date, the integration has driven a 30 percent year-on-year increase in viewing hours for TF1+. Additionally, nearly half of Netflix customers in France have watched at least one programme from the TF1+ catalogue. This confirms the encouraging indicators reported in July, and continues to exceed the

AT&T expands partnership with NBA, WNBA
UNITED STATES 15:42

AT&T expands partnership with NBA, WNBA

AT&T has launched the fourth generation of the High-Speed Arena Network (HSAN) connectivity platform for the NBA and the WNBA. The network is used to transport live match content, replays, highlights, stats and in-arena programming to fans and business partners - supported by over 68,000 miles of AT&T fibre and network infrastructure. 

Mormugao Port secures authorisation to deploy private 5G network in India
INDIA 15:10

Mormugao Port secures authorisation to deploy private 5G network in India

Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) in Goa has secured Captive Non-Public Network (CNPN) authorisation for a private 5G network, becoming the first government autonomous body and the first major port in India to receive this authorisation. The proposed deployment is designed to support port digitisation and operational requirements, including smart port systems, cargo tracking and automated logistics.

Dazn signs global broadcast agreement with EPCR
GLOBAL 15:01

Dazn signs global broadcast agreement with EPCR

Dazn has signed a multi-territory broadcast deal with European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR). The agreement covers the 2026/27 and 2027/28 seasons of the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup, allowing Dazn customers to watch free-to-coverage of one Champions Cup game per round in various markets - including Japan, the Middle East and North Africa, Nordics, Caribbean, Baltics, Poland, Benelux, DACH region, Brazil, Romania and the Pacific Islands.

Beltelecom adds TV channel Jazz Jazz
BELARUS 14:36

Beltelecom adds TV channel Jazz Jazz

Belarusian national operator Beltelecom announced that it has added the channel Jazz Jazz to its pay TV lineup. The channel is included in the basic packages for Zala IPTV and Smart Zala services from the operator on a trial basis.

Google Pay enters Uzbekistan market
UZBEKISTAN 14:35

Google Pay enters Uzbekistan market

Google Pay has been launched in Uzbekistan, the country's Ministry of Digital Technologies announced during a digital technology panel held in Samarkand as part of the C5+1 events involving Central Asian countries and the US, reports Trend. The digital payment service allows users to make contactless payments using compatible Android smartphones and other supported devices. Users can add eligible credit or debit cards to Google Wallet and pay at participating retailers, also for online and in-app purchases

Rostelecom and St Petersburg Exchange agree digital cooperation
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 14:33

Rostelecom and St Petersburg Exchange agree digital cooperation

Russian national operator Rostelecom and the St Petersburg Exchange signed a cooperation agreement to develop joint projects in areas such as digital infrastructure, information technology, cybersecurity, and the creation of technological products for the circulation of digital financial assets. Promising areas for collaboration are seen as the development, implementation, and promotion of domestic digital products, such as cloud resources and integrated hardware-software systems. Joint digital solutions, d

Orange Poland introduces 'Digital Firm' app with AI agents for small businesses
POLAND 14:32

Orange Poland introduces 'Digital Firm' app with AI agents for small businesses

Orange Poland has introduced its Digital Firm platform with AI agents for SMEs and entrepreneurs. The Digital Firm platform provides entrepreneurs with a suite of AI-powered tools to support their daily tasks. An AI Assistant, AI Marketer, AI Sales Representative, and AI Financial Specialist work together, drawing from a unified knowledge base about the business, thereby relieving owners of the routine responsibilities involved in running a company. To start using the Digital Company solution, customers nee

EUROPE 14:30

TV5Monde arrives on Prime Video in France and Germany

French international broadcaster TV5Monde said it has signed its first distribution partnership with Amazon Prime Video, supporting its ambition to reach new audiences. The collaboration covers Prime Video customers in France and Germany, who will gain access to the TV5Monde channel as part of their subscription at no extra cost. For viewers in Germany, the channel will be subtitled, while in France the Prime Video service will also feature a selection of TV5Monde programmes on replay.

JAPAN 14:30

Japan seeks closer ties with US FCC to overcome ICT export restrictions

Japan has agreed to establish a consultation framework with the US Federal Communications Commission to look at ICT issues that could affect the allies' economic security, such as restrictions on foreign-made goods. The measure is set out in a renewal of the existing letter of intent and MoU signed between the US and Japan in 2018.  This understanding covers various elements of telecoms and broadcasting policy, including broadband services, spectrum roadmaps, and co-operation in international forums.

UNITED KINGDOM 14:22

Virgin Media O2 considers bringing back Virgin Mobile brand - report

Virgin Media O2 is considering bringing back the Virgin Mobile brand as looks to regain customers and investor confidence, reports The Sunday Times. The Virgin Mobile service was withdrawn in 2023 in favour of the O2 mobile brand. Newly-appointed Consumer CEO Lyssa McGowan is working on several proposals to win back customers, with sources indicating that bringing back Virgin Mobile is one option under consideration. Another possible option is the launch of an O2-branded broadband service, with both options

POLAND 14:16

Polish video time increases in September - Nielsen

Video time in Poland increased in September, according to The Gauge study from Nielsen. The average time spent in front of the TV screen was 3 hours and 38 minutes, representing a 7-minute increase compared to August and stable compared to September 2025. Cable accounted for 38.6 percent of viewing, ahead of satellite (23.2 percent) and terrestrial (20.5 percent), while streaming's share of TV time dropped to 10.4 percent, down from 11 percent in August. 

MOZAMBIQUE 14:15

Mozambique opens tender for 600 rural mobile sites

Mozambique's Ministry of Communications and Digital Transformation, via regulator INCM, has launched an international tender to build 600 solar- or hybrid-power 2G and 4G infrastructure sites in unserved rural areas, aiming to extend national telecom coverage to roughly 90 percent, reported Diario Economico. Financed by a concessional loan from the Export-Import Bank of China, the Universal Access Project includes providing end-user devices through local operators. Bids across four independent lots are open

UNITED KINGDOM 14:11

Lightning Fibre expands network; announces Black Friday offers

UK regional altnet Lightning Fibre has expanded its network to cover an additional 2,500 premises in East Sussex and Kent. The extended roll-out covers premises in Tenterden (Kent), Hailsham, Hastings and St Leonards (all East Sussex) - including many flats and apartments. 

NORTH MACEDONIA 14:07

Voice calls and messaging lead internet use in North Macedonia

Some 93.7 percent of people in North Macedonia aged 15 to 74 used the internet during the first quarter of 2026, with 91.2 percent of households enjoying home internet access, according to the State Statistical Office. The vast majority of internet activity focused on communication, led by internet-based voice/video calls (93.5%) and messaging services (88.4%) across platforms such as WhatsApp, Viber, Messenger, Skype, and FaceTime. According to the survey, 81.2 percent of the population accessed the intern

POLAND 14:03

Polish operators start accepting bookings for iPhone Duo

Polish operator Play, controlled by Iliad, started taking reservations for the iPhone Duo smartphone on 16 October. The foldable phone starts at PLN 9,999. T-Mobile Poland said that the iPhone Duo 256GB is priced at PLN 10,299, the 512GB version is offered for PLN 11,299, the 1TB model costs PLN 13,299, and the iPhone Duo 2TB starts from PLN 16,299.

UNITED KINGDOM 14:03

Openreach extends Project Gigabit contract to cover Forest of Dean

Openreach has signed an agreement with Building Digital UK (BDUK) to add the Forest of Dean (Gloucestershire) area to its Project Gigabit contract. The contract change was agreed in September 2026 after BDUK and FullFibre mutually agreed to terminate a Project Gigabit contract covering the Forest of Dean and West Herefordshire. Openreach and BDUK previously agreed a contract change in April 2026 to include the West Herefordshire area.

BRAZIL 14:01

Brazilian telcos challenge mandatory data centre investments in 6GHz auction

Telefonica Brasil (Vivo) and Claro have objected to a proposal by Brazil's telecom regulator, Anatel, that would require winners of an upcoming 6 GHz spectrum auction to fund data centre construction in the North, Northeast, and Central-West regions, Valor Economico reported. At a public hearing, the operators argued that the auction obligations should focus strictly on improving and expanding mobile coverage rather than data infrastructure. Additionally, both companies called on Anatel to delay the auction

UNITED KINGDOM 13:55

Fibrus completes first phase of Project Gigabit contract in Cumbria

Fibrus, Belfast-based fibre broadband provider, has completed the first phase of its Project Gigabit government-funded contract in Cumbria. It has made full-fibre broadband available to more than 37,700 premises in some of the hardest-to-reach communities across the county, working with delivery partner Viberoptix. The GBP 150 million contract will see Fibrus reach over 53,500 homes and businesses across Cumbria. 

UNITED STATES 13:55

TP-Link signs US production deal to avoid foreign routers ban

TP-Link Systems is planning to start building its routers and networking gear in the US. The company said it signed a letter of intent with Key Tronic with the aim of beginning US-based production in 2027. The move is expected to help TP-Link avoid being excluded from the US market under the FCC's new policy of prohibiting foreign-produced routers. 

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