Polish Social Insurance Fund announces tender for IP telephony services
POLAND 12:32

Polish Social Insurance Fund announces tender for IP telephony services

The Polish Social Insurance Fund announced a tender for maintenance, management and support of the IP telephony system, as well as for providing telecommunications services. The estimated value of the four-year contract is PLN 7.5 million. The deadline for submitting bids is 25 August.

BWS IoT names global VP of sales
BRAZIL 12:32

BWS IoT names global VP of sales

BWS IoT has appointed Pedro Braga Machado as Global Vice President of Sales to spearhead its international expansion strategy across Latin America and other high-growth markets. He will focus on scaling the company's footprint in IoT connectivity, telemetry, asset tracking, and management solutions. At 3DTracking, he served as Head of Sales for the British IoT firm, directing its market entry into Brazil and expansion across Mercosur. Machado also managed sales expansion for RedGPS across Brazil, Paraguay,

Telecel DigiTech Academy graduates 500 school pupils
GHANA 12:31

Telecel DigiTech Academy graduates 500 school pupils

The Telecel Ghana Foundation has celebrated the graduation of 500 pupils from the fourth cohort of its DigiTech Academy in five regions of the country. The twelve-week after-school curriculum for upper primary and junior high pupils covers robotics, coding, web design and mobile application development. During the ceremonies, pupils presented over 80 prototype technologies developed in teams. Inventions included smart wheelchairs for enhanced mobility, heartbeat monitoring systems, smart fire extinguishers,

Mozambique unveils national mobile broadband portal
MOZAMBIQUE 12:31

Mozambique unveils national mobile broadband portal

Mozambique's Communications Regulatory Authority (INCM) has launched the National Broadband and Coverage Planning Portal, an interactive geospatial platform built using ArcGIS technology in partnership with Cellular Expert. The public tool tracks real-time network availability nationwide to support data-driven regulation, strategic investments, and digital inclusion. People can check coverage by telecom operator and technology generation (2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G), alongside demographic, geographic, and infrastru

MTS automates technical work with FSM
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 12:27

MTS automates technical work with FSM

Russian operator MTS said that it plans to improve its technical maintenance processes for telecom infrastructure by switching to the unified digital system FSM (Field Service Management). Work on its implementation has started in order to optimise and automate the logistics of field teams, speed up the maintenance of equipment and response to incidents, and also reduce the time for preparing technical documentation by 10 percent.

Asus to bundle three-month Google AI plans with selected laptops
GLOBAL 12:22

Asus to bundle three-month Google AI plans with selected laptops

Asus is offering its customers free access to the Google AI Pro and Google AI Plus plans. Accessed through the MyAsus app, the offer applies to selected Asus laptops with 2025, 2026 and 2027 release dates. Customers will receive a free plan for three months, opening the door to premium Google AI features including Gemini Omni, Nano Banana 2 and Google Flow.  The AI Pro plan provides 5 terabytes of cloud storage, while AI Plus comes with a 400 GB quota. The deal is expected to run until early August 2027, bu

Iliad's Free boosts capacity on Nine's IXP platform with 400G upgrade
FRANCE 12:18

Iliad's Free boosts capacity on Nine's IXP platform with 400G upgrade

Nine, a France-based Internet Exchange Point (IXP) with a European presence, has shared details of a capacity upgrade for one of the members of its growing peering community, which currently counts 149 organisations. According to a social media post, French operator Free is now connected via a 400 Gbps port at a PoP in the Paris region, located at the Telehouse TH2 Leon Frot data centre. This is up from 100 Gbps previously.

3 Ireland becomes Main Stage sponsor at Electric Picnic festival
IRELAND 12:12

3 Ireland becomes Main Stage sponsor at Electric Picnic festival

3 Ireland has signed a new 4-year agreement to expand its partnership with the Electric Picnic festival. Running from 2026 to 2029, the new deal will see the operator become the event's first-ever Main Stage sponsor. The Main Stage presented by 3 will give Three+ loyalty customers access to exclusive experiences such as side-of-stage viewing, a dedicated '3Charge & Chill' viewing deck, and the new 3House hospitality space.

Telenor mobile network supports Arctic Race of Norway television production for first time
NORWAY 12:09

Telenor mobile network supports Arctic Race of Norway television production for first time

Telenor said it will be using its mobile network for Arctic Race of Norway broadcasting from 13 to 16 August. The cycling competition has four stages, from Evenes to Myre, Boe in Vesteralen to Andenes, Stokemarknes to Storheia, and Sortland to Narvik. Support equipment, television personnel, spectators and residents will have mobile service coverage on all four stretches but this is the first time that TV production itself will use Telenor's mobile network to transmit images from cameras mounted on motorcyc

BBC Cymru Wales signs new 3-year broadcast deal with FAW
UNITED KINGDOM 12:05

BBC Cymru Wales signs new 3-year broadcast deal with FAW

The BBC has announced a new 3-year deal between BBC Cymru Wales and the Football Association of Wales (FAW). The agreement will allow BBC Cymru Wales to show at least 20 live domestic Welsh football matches per season on iPlayer through summer 2029. It will also have coverage updates on BBC Sport Online. Jack Sharp, FAW Head of Domestic Leagues, said this new deal doubles the FAW's free live broadcast offering compared to the 2025/26 season.

3 Denmark names Sweden as most popular holiday destination by roaming data use
DENMARK 11:48

3 Denmark names Sweden as most popular holiday destination by roaming data use

Mobile operator 3 Denmark has named Sweden as the most popular Danish summer holiday destination this year, based on roaming statistics. It said Danes visiting Sweden used 21.4 percent more roaming data in summer 2026 than the previous year at 1,391 Terabytes. Turkey had the biggest growth in roaming data consumption this year at approximately 40.4 percent to 363 TB and was the sixth most popular destination. ​

Telefonica revamps business voice portfolio with GenAI
SPAIN 11:39

Telefonica revamps business voice portfolio with GenAI

Telefonica said it has revamped its entire portfolio of business voice services, from basic mobile lines to advanced switchboards, with embedded generative artificial intelligence. The integration turns standard telephone conversations into "smart voice" services via features such as real-time transcription, automatic summarisation and AI-powered virtual assistants on both fixed and mobile networks.

UNITED KINGDOM 11:21

Trooli revenue increases to GBP 11.83 million in 2025

UK fibre altnet Trooli has reported total turnover of GBP 11.83 million for the 12 months to 31 December 2025, up from GBP 9.28 million a year earlier; with gross profit up to GBP 7.16 million, from GBP 5.42 million. Accounts filed with Companies House show that Trooli registered an operating loss of -GBP 11.78 million, compared to a year-earlier operating loss of -GBP 10.92 million; with a total loss for the year of -GBP 23.29 million, compared to a loss of -GBP 717,453 in 2024.

GHANA 11:15

MTN Ghana runs sustainability campaign in August to mark 30th anniversary

MTN Ghana has launched its 2026 Sustainability Month campaign to coincide with its 30th anniversary. The campaign slogan is: 'Together for a Sustainable Future: Small Actions, Big Impact' and encourages employees, partners, customers and the public to adopt simple, everyday habits to support meaningful environmental and social change. MTN Ghana CEO Stephen Blewett said that extending the annual sustainability observance from a single week to a full month reflects the rising importance of sustainability in b

AUSTRALIA 11:04

Australian govt funds eSmart Kids online safety programme

The federal Australian government will continue providing funding for the 'Safe Kids are eSmart Kids' programme run by the Alannah & Madeline Foundation. The programme helps teach children aged 4-16 about the online work, and has been created with feedback from educators and around 1,000 students. It provides schools, educators, carers and parents with free, curriculum-based resources, and can be delivered offline or online.

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 11:02

E& UAE takes orders for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Flip8 series

E& UAE has begun taking reservations for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8 and is offering a no-fee six-month payment plan. The new foldable smartphones became available to order from E& UAE on 07 August. Pricing for the standard version starts at AED 7,199, while the Ultra model begins at AED 7,999. Additionally, business monthly payment options are available through carriers such as du Shop and E& UAE.

JORDAN 10:56

Zain Jordan obtains ISO 27701 certification for Privacy Information Management Systems

Zain Jordan has obtained integrated international accreditation for its data protection, information security, and business continuity management systems following a successful audit by global certification body SGS.

NIGERIA 10:38

NCC directs telecom firms to allocate dedicated budgets for cybersecurity

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed telecom operators to establish dedicated cybersecurity budgets to strengthen the resilience of the country's communications infrastructure, CommunicationsWeek reported. The directive was issued under the cyber resilience framework for the Nigerian Communications Sector (CRF-NCS). It introduces new governance, risk management and operational requirements to protect critical infrastructure from increasingly sophisticated attacks.

MALAWI 10:31

Malawi drafts AI Bill

The government of Malawi has announced plans to introduce legislation to regulate the use of artificial intelligence (AI), addressing concerns over potential ethical risks. ICT minister Shadric Namalomba said the government is drafting a National AI Strategy to lay the groundwork for the law. He said the proposed bill should be tabled in parliament before December.

TANZANIA, UNITED REPUBLIC OF 10:20

Vodacom Tanzania runs 'More Than a Network' campaign

Vodacom Tanzania has launched a campaign under the slogan 'More Than a Network' that aims to show its commitment to going beyond connectivity by creating opportunities for individuals, businesses and communities. Consumer business unit director Brigita Shirima said the campaign reflects Vodacom's dedication to making technology deliver tangible value for customers, such as by helping students to study digitally, keeping families connected or supporting entrepreneurs.

OMAN 10:11

Omantel runs 'Digital Detective' children's internet safety scheme for Khareef

Omantel has launched a game called 'Digital Detective' to teach children and families essential online safety skills during Khareef Dhofar 2026. Qais Al Aamri, manager of corporate social responsibility at Omantel, said the Digital Detective scheme helps families to understand online risks, respond responsibly, and foster a safer digital environment. It is aimed at children aged six to fifteen and sessions last 20 to 25 minutes.

SWEDEN 09:53

3 Sweden announces return of Nordic Star Cup celebrity football to 3Arena in October

Mobile operator 3 Sweden has announced the return of the Nordic Star Cup to 3Arena in Stockholm on 03 October, pitting regional sporting and entertainment personalities against one another. In 2025, the celebrity soccer match starred Swedish former professional football players Caroline Seger and Sebastian Larsson, as well as Norwegian pop duo Marcus and Martinus Gunnarsen, and it was shown on Disney+. Last year's half-time show included Swedish rap group Tjuvjakt.

BOLIVIA 09:42

Bolivia to install 5,000 Starlink antennas at rural schools

Bolivia will install more than 5,000 Starlink antennas in unconnected areas over the coming months to provide internet access to rural schools, President Rodrigo Paz said in an address marking the country's 201st anniversary. The rollout, part of the government's Connected Classroom programme, will initially target rural and semi-urban schools in the departments of La Paz, Cochabamba and Santa Cruz. State-owned operator Entel will oversee the installations and aims to achieve nationwide coverage by the end

UGANDA 09:29

Raxio appoints general manager for Uganda

Raxio Group has appointed Dennis Kahindi as general manager for Uganda. Kahindi has over 20 years of technology and telecommunications leadership at Huawei, Microsoft, Oracle, Liquid Intelligent Technologies and Airtel Uganda. Kahindi said he was drawn to Raxio because of its dedicated goal of building a pan-African digital infrastructure platform at an unprecedented scale.  As governments and businesses increasingly prioritize keeping critical data and digital services secure within their borders, advanced

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