Advania brings in AI Layer Technology platform for controlled use of different AI services
SCANDINAVIA 11:35

Advania brings in AI Layer Technology platform for controlled use of different AI services

Advania has announced the launch of Advania ALT, a sovereign artificial intelligence platform that gives customers access to leading AI models while maintaining control over data, security and governance. The name is short for Advania AI Layer Technology and it is being introduced to all of Advania's European markets. It provides a common foundation for using different AI models and services and does not tie customers to any single model or provider.

Viaplay picks 3SS to provide new interface for Allente
SCANDINAVIA 11:12

Viaplay picks 3SS to provide new interface for Allente

3 Screen Solutions (3SS), which provides software for set-top boxes (STBs), smart television sets, multiscreen and in-vehicle entertainment, said the Viaplay Group has launched a new interface for the Allente pay-TV service based on its 3Ready Platform. It enables on-demand viewing of local and global streaming services as well as access to live TV. Viaplay is offering Allente subscribers a new 4 TOPS (trillions of operations per second) NPU (neural processing unit) AI set-top box from SDMC and remote contr

Xiaomi smartphone revenues fall 7.5% in Q2 as higher prices help offset over quarter lower volumes
GLOBAL 11:12

Xiaomi smartphone revenues fall 7.5% in Q2 as higher prices help offset over quarter lower volumes

Xiaomi shipped fewer smartphones in the second quarter, as the memory chip shortage pushed up prices and reduced demand for its low-cost phones. Total shipments reached 31.2 million, down from 33.8 million in the first quarter of 2026 and 26.5 percent less than in the same period of 2025. While the company is expanding in the EV market to help diversify its income, its total revenue for the quarter was still down 6.1 percent year-on-year to CNY 108.9 billion, and the net profit fell 20.3 percent to CNY 9.5

Videoland updates terms and conditions to clarify ad policies, price changes
NETHERLANDS 10:46

Videoland updates terms and conditions to clarify ad policies, price changes

Dutch streaming service Videoland is updating its terms and conditions to allow advertising also on its more expensive plans. The new terms taking effect 18 September allow ads as long as they don't break up a film or programme streamed on-demand. Ads at the start or finish of a stream, when a programme is paused or during live programmes are permitted, as is sponsoring during programmes. The terms lay out specifically which subscriptions can include ad breaks during programmes as well as the terms of subsc

Google plans to shift all Pixel manufacturing out of China in 2027 - report
GLOBAL 10:37

Google plans to shift all Pixel manufacturing out of China in 2027 - report

Google has told suppliers that it plans to have all of its Pixel smartphones, watches and wireless earbuds produced outside of China from 2027, according to the Nikkei Asia, citing sources familiar with the matter. The newspaper said Google did not respond to its request for comment. Its report said Google has been "aggressively" expanding capacity in Vietnam and India to lower its dependency on China in recent years but a "significant" portion of output continues there.

SonicWall introduces endpoint MDR service for SMEs
GLOBAL 10:29

SonicWall introduces endpoint MDR service for SMEs

SonicWall announced the launch of SonicWall Endpoint Security, a unified endpoint protection solution designed for managed service providers (MSPs) serving small and mid-sized businesses. Available as a standalone Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tool or as a Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service, fully managed by the SonicSentry security operations centre, the platform brings threat protection, automated threat response and one-click ransomware restore. It's powered by SonicWall's patented Real

Bahnhof lifts Q2 revenue 5%, EBIT rises 2%
SWEDEN 10:21

Bahnhof lifts Q2 revenue 5%, EBIT rises 2%

Bahnhof said it continued its growth in the second quarter of 2026 and kept profitability stable, and is sticking to its full year guidance. Turnover rose by 5 percent year on year to SEK 575.88 million from SEK 548.60 million. The operating profit (EBIT) increased by 2 percent to SEK 71.60 million from SEK 70.11 million. EBITDA surged to SEK 87.54 million from SEK 82.70 million. The reporting period ended just before Telenor made its bid for Bahnhof in early July, and approval is expected this autumn.

Viva Bolivia turns to Rakuten Symphony for open RAN collaboration
BOLIVIA 09:55

Viva Bolivia turns to Rakuten Symphony for open RAN collaboration

Rakuten Symphony announced a MoU with Nuevatel PCS de Bolivia, which operates the Viva mobile network in Bolivia. Under the agreement, Rakuten Symphony and Viva will evaluate possibilities across Open RAN, OSS, cloud infrastructure, professional services and AI-enabled digital platforms. The companies will initially focus on evaluating cloud-native technologies that simplify network operations while identifying new opportunities to expand digital services for customers.

DataVita secures GBP 300 mln for data centres in Scottish AI Growth Zone
UNITED KINGDOM 09:37

DataVita secures GBP 300 mln for data centres in Scottish AI Growth Zone

DataVita, Scottish data centre developer and operator, has secured funding of GBP 300 million to support the construction of two data centres in the UK's North Lanarkshire AI Growth Zone in Scotland. A GBP 202 million financial guarantee from the National Wealth Fund has unlocked an around GBP 300 million debt facility from a syndicate of lenders -  including ABN AMRO, ING, Santander, Siemens Financial Services and the Scottish National Investment Bank. This is the National Wealth Fund's first support for d

Ugandan government starts 3-year 'Be a Cyber Hero' campaign to shield minors from online harm
UGANDA 09:28

Ugandan government starts 3-year 'Be a Cyber Hero' campaign to shield minors from online harm

Uganda has launched a three-year scheme called 'Be a Cyber Hero' to foster safer and more responsible digital environments for children and young people. The scheme responds to data showing a sharp rise in youth online exploitation, cyberbullying, financial scams, identity grooming and phishing. ICT minister of State Joyce Nabbosa Ssebugwawo urged parents, educators, media outlets, technology providers and civil society to play an active role.

TrueVisions Now, Viu launch Thai content hub in three ASEAN markets
ASIA 09:25

TrueVisions Now, Viu launch Thai content hub in three ASEAN markets

Thai streaming platform TrueVisions Now has partnered with OTT video streaming platform Viu to launch the 'TrueVisions NOW Branded Zone', a content hub on Viu showcasing original series from TrueVisions Now. The partnership will initially bring six original series from a slate of 24 titles to Viu audiences in Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The first six titles will be available from 20 August.

Telkom Business offers OneOffice software to SMMEs in South Africa
SOUTH AFRICA 09:17

Telkom Business offers OneOffice software to SMMEs in South Africa

Telkom Business has entered into a reseller partnership with OneOffice to provide tailored, affordable digital workplace services to small, medium and micro-enterprises (SMMEs). South Africa has roughly 3 million SMMEs, which collectively employ 13.4 million people, but many of them struggle to access secure, cost-effective and easy-to-manage digital infrastructure. Through the new partnership, Telkom Business will offer the OneOffice platform directly to smaller firms. The software consolidates productivit

PHILIPPINES 09:16

Smart, Lynk expand D2D satellite connectivity tests to Batangas

Philippines operator PLDT's mobile unit Smart Communications, in partnership with Lynk Global, has expanded its Direct-to-Device (D2D) satellite service testing to the Batangas province. Smart and Lynk's expansion of their D2D satellite service tests to Batangas follows pilot activities conducted in Catanduanes and Ilocos Norte earlier this year.

UNITED KINGDOM 09:16

Sky Sports announces partnership with F1 podcast

UK pay-TV broadcaster Sky has announced a new long-term partnership between Sky Sports and F1-focused podcast The Fast and the Curious. This will focus on cross-promotional activity with collaborative social posts and the integration of Fast & Curious content with Sky's digital ecosystem, with the aim of attracting new audiences under 35 and female fans. The podcast will promote Sky Sports through a host-read ad in each episode, with increased opportunities for content and talent collaborations. 

UNITED STATES 09:08

Boldyn delivers managed application, ERP services to Rio Hondo College

Boldyn Networks has won a contract with Rio Hondo College to deliver Managed Application and Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) services, helping to expand the community college's internal IT team capacity and strengthen support for critical applications supporting everyday operations. Boldyn will work with the Whittier, California-based college to evaluate, support ad optimise its application environment.

UNITED KINGDOM 08:59

Kcom rolls out eero Wi-Fi 7 routers with all broadband packages

Hull-based ISP Kcom is introducing new eero 7 routers across its full-fibre broadband packages, giving customers access to Wi-Fi 7 technology. The eero 7 and eero Pro 7 provide coverage of up to 186 sq mt per devices, and can connect over 120 devices and 200 devices at the same time respectively. Neil Batholomew, Consumer Managing Director at Kcom, said it was the only local provider offering Wi-Fi 7 as standard.

KUWAIT 08:58

Kuwaiti government services app Sahel brings in Araqmi telecom subscription overview

Zain Kuwait has partnered with the Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) to support the launch of the 'Arqami' feature on Sahel, Kuwait's unified government app for digital services. Arqami allows citizens and residents to view all mobile lines and subscriptions registered under their Civil IDs with all national telecom operators. By providing a centralised view of active subscriptions, it enables users to verify their personal account details and quickly flag or disconnect

SAUDI ARABIA 08:51

Riyadh Esports Nations Cup pushed back to November 2027 after assessment of regional situation

The Esports Foundation (EF) has announced the postponement of the inaugural Esports Nations Cup (ENC), originally scheduled for November 2026 in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. The tournament will now take place in November 2027. This decision follows ongoing assessments of the wider regional situation and detailed consultations with key stakeholders.

BELGIUM 08:49

Orange Belgium introduces MDR service for small businesses

Orange Belgium is launching a managed endpoint detection and response service for small companies with up to 30 work stations. The 'Cyber Protection' service combines AI-powered data analysis with its 24/7 Orange Cyberdefense monitoring to help protect organisations from the growing number of ransomware, virus and other attacks online. It starts at EUR 6 per month for one computer, going up to EUR 126 for 30 devices.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 08:42

MTS launches 'Global Access' workaround for mobile customers to get foreign apps

Russian operator MTS has launched its new service МТS Global Access, helping customers access foreign online services no longer sold in Russia, including ChatGPT, Claude, Spotify, Ticketmaster, Strava and Netflix. MTS said its patented solution works without any apps or changes to settings, directly from the mobile connection. It is available for subscribers of the MTS Top and MTS Top+ tariffs for no additional payment. The operator plans to expand the list of services included in future.

KENYA 08:39

Kenya govt receives Guodong Network delegation to discuss digital transformation

Permanent secretary in the ICT ministry John Tanui has received a delegation from China's Guodong Network Communication Group to explore areas of collaboration in advancing Kenya's digital transformation agenda. The discussions covered investment in digital infrastructure, enhancing digital connectivity, the development of smart cities, and strengthening the digital economy. 

ITALY 08:33

Dazn Italia launches smartphone-only plan for EUR 20 per month

Dazn Italia is launching a subscription for use only on a smartphone. The Full Mobile plan, which can work on up to two smartphones on the same home network, is available for EUR 19.99 per month and includes its full selection of Serie A football and other sports. 

GLOBAL 08:25

Huber+Suhner sees H1 communication orders fall 30%

Huber+Suhner reported orders at its Communication business down 30 percent year-on-year to CHF 140 million amid weaker demand from the mobile networks and CEM components segments. Net sales were down 14.1 percent in the same period to CHF 132.4 million, and the company's Communication business had a negative EBIT margin of 0.8 percent for the first half. The group blamed the loss on upfront investments to increase production of optical circuit switchers, after the surge in orders last year from the data cen

GERMANY 08:25

Apple commits to changing rules for user data ad consent on iPhones and iPads following German Cartel Office test

Apple will change its rules on the use of user data on iPhones and iPads for personalised advertising following a test conducted by the German Federal Cartel Office (Bundeskartellamt). The office has declared as binding Apple's commitments to closely align the consent prompts for its own offerings with those for third-party apps. This means removing possibly discouraging symbols and wording in Apple's predefined requests for third-party providers. Moreover, app publishers and content providers, such as medi

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