Play announces smartphone bestsellers for H1
POLAND 15:39

Play announces smartphone bestsellers for H1

Polish operator Play, controlled by Iliad, announced the bestselling smartphones in its shops in the first half of 2026. In alphabetical order, the list includes the Apple iPhone 17 Pro 256 GB, Samsung Galaxy A17 5G, Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 8/256 GB, Samsung Galaxy A56 5G 8/256 GB and Xiaomi Redmi Note 15.

Babilon-Mobile launches VoLTE services
TAJIKISTAN 15:38

Babilon-Mobile launches VoLTE services

Tajikistan operator Babilon-Mobile announced that VoLTE service is now available on its network. In August 2025, Babilon-Mobile announced it had completed the first stage of its network modernisation programme, implementing new technologies and services. The network upgrade supported the launch of VoLTE and VoWI-Fi services and prepared for the introduction of 5G technology.

LoRaWAN adds automated device enrolment and stronger guidance on LoRa relays
GLOBAL 15:37

LoRaWAN adds automated device enrolment and stronger guidance on LoRa relays

LoRa Alliance has introduced new specifications to support automated device enrolment along with new technical guidance on extended coverage perimeters in LoRaWAN IoT fleets. The innovations are codified in two formal specifications, TS014 and TS018, as well as a new technical guidance document.

New MVNO starts on Beeline Russia network
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 15:36

New MVNO starts on Beeline Russia network

Russian operator Beeline said that the non-profit organisation Obnimayu Serdtsem has launched its MVNO Khorovod Mobile on the Beeline network. The entity used the MVNE platform Smart MVNO from Beeline for the new mobile services.

Netgem posts 8% rise in revenue, current operating income triples to over EUR 1 mln
EUROPE 15:34

Netgem posts 8% rise in revenue, current operating income triples to over EUR 1 mln

France-based content-as-a-service provider Netgem said it is confident about the business outlook for the second half of the year after reporting higher revenue and improved profitability for the six months to June. Total revenue increased 8 percent year-on-year to EUR 16.7 million across the company's two business lines, which serve telecom operators with content-as-a-service platforms and media owners with digital content tools. Both recurring (+4%) and non-recurring (+24%) revenue streams recorded growth

Russian public cloud infrastructure market forecast to triple by 2030
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 15:33

Russian public cloud infrastructure market forecast to triple by 2030

The public cloud infrastructure (IaaS) market in Russia was worth RUB 96 billion in 2025 and is expected to grow to RUB 241 billion by 2030, reports Comnews from a study by Apple Hills Digital, a consulting and research company specialising in IT market analytics and digital strategy. AI is becoming the main growth driver: more than 80 percent of companies note its impact on resource consumption. The average annual growth rate is approximately 20 percent.

Kyivstar introduces Verification API for businesses
UKRAINE 15:27

Kyivstar introduces Verification API for businesses

Ukrainian operator Kyivstar introduced to its B2B customers a new method of user verification using the Verification API. The option allows businesses to verify customers on websites and applications, for access to services or accounts, confirmation of transactions and other processes, using the customer's mobile number.

Beltelecom adds new Black channel to pay-TV lineup
BELARUS 15:25

Beltelecom adds new Black channel to pay-TV lineup

Belarusian national operator Beltelecom has added the chnall .Black to its pay-TV lineup. The channel is available for subscribers of base packages of the Zala IPTV service on the trial basis. The channel offers content from Sony Pictures, as well as from Paramount, BBC, Universal, Disney, Freemantle, MGM.

Ciena, Toshiba deploy quantum-safe encryption on US Midwest link operated by Quantum Corridor
GLOBAL 15:24

Ciena, Toshiba deploy quantum-safe encryption on US Midwest link operated by Quantum Corridor

Ciena and Toshiba have partnered with Quantum Corridor, operators of quantum-secured data infrastructure in the US Midwest, to pilot quantum-safe algorithms implemented by WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) coherent optical transceivers. According to the announcement, the study validated an encrypted data call at 1.6 Tbps, executed using WL6e's Waveserver platform and Quantum Corridor's commercial link between data centres in Chicago and Hammond, Indiana.

CoreWeave enters APAC with 360MW AI data centre buildout in Indonesia
INDONESIA 15:08

CoreWeave enters APAC with 360MW AI data centre buildout in Indonesia

CoreWeave has expanded its AI cloud infrastructure to Indonesia, marking the company's first data centre presence in the Asia-Pacific region. The expansion adds three new facilities with a combined contracted IT power capacity of 360 megawatts. The facilities are expected to become operational in 2028.

Nova launches 5G Wi-Fi OnDemand service in Greece
GREECE 14:55

Nova launches 5G Wi-Fi OnDemand service in Greece

Greek operator Nova has introduced 5G Wi-Fi OnDemand, a fixed wireless internet service that provides internet access over its 5G network without a fixed monthly subscription. The service offers download speeds of up to 100 Mbps and is activated only when needed. Customers can purchase prepaid usage packages with durations of 3, 7, 15 or 30 days, for a starting price of EUR 6, and pay only for the actual time of service use.

Vodafone Greece revamps TV package lineup
GREECE 14:43

Vodafone Greece revamps TV package lineup

Vodafone Greece announced the Vodafone TV Entertainment and Vodafone TV Family packages are no longer available for new subscriptions or contract renewals. This applies whether the packages are purchased as standalone services or as an add-on to an active Double Play service. The operator has introduced new TV packages, namely Vodafone TV Start, Vodafone TV and Vodafone TV Plus.

UNITED KINGDOM 14:35

Lightspeed Broadband doubles revenue to over GBP 4 mln in 2025

UK fibre altnet Lightspeed Broadband has reported revenue of GBP 4.21 million for the 12 months to 31 December 2025, up from GBP 2.25 million in 2024. It registered a gross loss of GBP 1.18 million for 2025, compared to a year-earlier gross profit of GBP 474,323; with the operating loss increasing to GBP 12.83 million, from a loss of GBP 6.22 million in 2024.

PHILIPPINES 14:30

Apple Pay goes live in the Philippines

Apple has announced that the Apple Pay service is now available in the Philippines, allowing users to make payments via iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac. Supported by Chinabank, GoTyme Bank, Metrobank, and UnionBank, the service is accepted across thousands of local physical and online merchants, Apple also said.

ARMENIA 14:28

Armenia appoints new minister of high-tech industry

Armenian president Vaagn Khachaturyan appointed David Tadevosyan the new minister at the Ministry of High-Tech Industry, reports Arka.am. Tadevosyan replaces Mkhitar Ayrapetyan and was previously head of the state-owned company International Radio Network. The company provides broadcasting and telecommunications services and runs the state-owned telecommunications infrastructure.

JAPAN 14:27

TOHKnet considers Adtran line terminal for 50G-PON upgrades

Adtran announced a live network trial by Japan's TOHKnet that hosted three passive optical network (PON) generations in a single fibre connectivity environment. The trial deployed Adtran's modular SDX 6400 optical line terminal to bring E-PON, XGS-PON and 50G-PON into a single service framework. Adtran claimed that the study illustrated a realistic strategy for 50G PON upgrades, with multi-PON architectures enabled by its line terminal ensuring adequate protection for investments across PON generations.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 14:26

Rostelecom offers new kids mobile plan with security features

Russian national operator Rostelecom has introduced the new subscription 'Secure Child', providing a mobile plan for children with fraud protection. Calls are analysed to detect signs of fraud and send a warning to the customer if suspicious activity is detected. The service also blocks phishing attempts, harmful content and adult materials with a special website filter. The mobile plan includes 200 minutes of calls, 200 SMS and 20 GB mobile data traffic.

UNITED STATES 14:25

SBA Communications boosts site leasing revenue by 5% in Q2

SBA Communications, US wireless communications infrastructure company, has reported site leasing revenue of USD 663.9 million for Q2 2026, up 5.1 percent from USD 631.8 million a year earlier; with site development revenue down 23.5 percent to USD 51.4 million, from USD 67.2 million. Site leading operating profit was up 3.2 percent to USD 529.8 million, from USD 513.2 million in Q2 2025; with tower cash flow up 2.7 percent to USD 524.9 million, from USD 511.2 million.

UNITED STATES 14:17

Lumen names ex-HSBC operations lead as latest board pick

Lumen Technologies has brought John Hinshaw onto its board of directors to provide insights around digital transformation, enterprise technology, risk, and operational excellence. Hinshaw was global chief operating officer at banking group HSBC from 2019 until September 2024.  His resume includes five years with Hewlett Packard Enterprise from 2011 until 2016, initially as executive VP for technology and operations and later as chief customer officer and executive vice president.

UZBEKISTAN 14:16

Beeline Uzbekistan expands network on Qongirot-Beyneu highway

Beeline Uzbekistan, a subsidiary of Veon Group, has expanded the coverage of its mobile network along the A380 highway connecting Qongirot and Beyneu in the Republic of Karakalpakstan. Six new base stations have been deployed in the Qongirot municipality alongside the road, covering nearly 150 kilometres of the highway, expanding network coverage and delivering more reliable connectivity.

FRANCE 14:15

Dazn France launches offer with Ligue 1+ streaming service

Dazn France has launched a new offer ahead of the start of the 2026-2027 Ligue 1 football season, which kicks off on 21 August. The platform is among the distribution partners of the Ligue1+ streaming service, which for the upcoming season of France's top football competition will carry all nine games per match day. The new package combines access to Dazn's content and Ligue1+ for EUR 22.99 per month, subject to a twelve-month commitment. A promotional offer available until 06 September reduces the monthly

GLOBAL 14:15

Spotify premium subscribers grow 9 percent to 300 million in Q2

Spotify has reported total revenue of EUR 4.8 billion for the second quarter of 2026, up 14 percent year-on-year, as the number of premium subscribers grew by 9 percent to reach 300 million, from 276 million a year earlier. Total monthly active users (MAUs) were up 12 percent year-on-year to 777 million, while ad-supported, free users increased 14 percent year-on-year to 494 million. 

UNITED STATES 14:04

Lumen expands MDR offering to support Palo Alto Networks

Lumen Technologies is expanding its Defender Advanced Managed Detection and Response (AMDR) offering to support Palo Alto Networks Cortex X SIAM. The extended service will combine the Cortex X SIAM AI-enabled SoC platform with Lumen's MDR capabilities and the Lumen Defender Threat Feed, powered by Black Lotus Labs network-embedded threat intelligence.

UNITED KINGDOM 13:56

EE, BT top latest Ookla mobile, broadband network performance reports

BT and EE have been rated as offering the best broadband (fixed) and mobile network performance in the UK, respectively, by Ookla. The two studies involved the completion of over 104 million individual tests to measure broadband and mobile performance in towns, cities and rural areas across the UK. 

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