Dialog brings Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra 5G to Sri Lanka
SRI LANKA 07:11

Dialog brings Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra 5G to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka operator Dialog Axiata has launched the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra 5G on the local market. Customers can use these smartphones on the Dialog 5G Ultra network, now powered by 1,000 live 5G sites across 25 districts.

Dialog Axiata launches JKOA Classic 4G feature phone in Sri Lanka
SRI LANKA 07:03

Dialog Axiata launches JKOA Classic 4G feature phone in Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan operator Dialog Axiata has partnered with John Keells Office Automation (JKOA), backed by John Keells, to launch the JKOA Classic 4G feature phone on the local market. The launch is designed to extend 4G handsets to Sri Lanka's feature phone users.

Netherlands Weekly - 40
NETHERLANDS 07:00

Netherlands Weekly - 40

Apax is reportedly preparing to buy out Warburg Pincus in Odido, in a deal that values the operator at EUR 6.5 billion. VodafoneZiggo completed its Docsis 4.0 rollout on the coax network and claims a first in Europe, while KPN promoted Wouter Stammeijer to chief financial officer and named Vladimir Cibic chief technology officer. Telecompaper research showed the multiplay market returned to growth in Q2 after five quarters of contraction, helped by VodafoneZiggo's Hollandsnieuwe brand, and separate Telecomp

Vodafone Greece targets 850,000 FTTH lines by 2027
GREECE 06:45

Vodafone Greece targets 850,000 FTTH lines by 2027

Vodafone Greece outlined the progress of its investments in next-generation telecommunications infrastructure during a panel discussion on the development of telecom networks at the Advanced Telecoms Summit 2026. According to Nikos Plevris, network director at Vodafone Greece, the company has invested more than EUR 1.5 billion in Greece over the past decade in the expansion of its 5G, fibre optic and submarine cable infrastructure.

Redcentric reduces net debt burden after sale of data centre business
UNITED KINGDOM 2 OCT

Redcentric reduces net debt burden after sale of data centre business

Redcentric, UK managed IT  services provider, has reported revenue of GBP 132 million for the 12 months to 31 March 2026 (FY26), down 2.3 percent from GBP 135.1 million in FY25; with adjusted EBITDA down 7.4 percent to GBP 17.4 million, from GBP 18.8 million, and the adjusted EBITDA margin down to 13.2 percent, from 13.9 percent a year earlier. Reported operating profit fell 3.9 percent to GBP 8.1 million, from GBP 8.4 million; with annual recurring revenue (AAR) reaching GBP 116.2 million, compared to GBP

BBC seeks voluntary redundancies from TV, streaming unit
UNITED KINGDOM 2 OCT

BBC seeks voluntary redundancies from TV, streaming unit

The BBC has fired the starting gun on a redundancy programme for its TV and streaming unit, reports The Guardian. The Director of the BBC iPlayer and Channels unit, Dan McGolpin, has sent an e-mail to staff seeking expressions of interest in voluntary redundancy to avoid compulsory redundancies. The e-mail, seen by The Guardian, also said the BBC was looking at possible job-sharing, relocation and a reduction in hours for the division's staff.

Virgin TV customers get free children's channels during October
UNITED KINGDOM 2 OCT

Virgin TV customers get free children's channels during October

Virgin Media O2 is offering TV customers free access to children's channels and on-demand content during October. Eligible TV customers can get free access to popular children's channels (usually worth GBP 5 per month) from 01-31 October - including Cartoon Network, Sky Kids, Boomerang, Cartoonito, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr, Nick Jr Too, Nicktoons and Baby TV.

Cable One in talks with investors, lenders about new financing
UNITED STATES 2 OCT

Cable One in talks with investors, lenders about new financing

US broadband provider Cable One is in advanced talks with private equity company GTCR, some of its existing lenders and a consortium of private lending institutions about financing deals to support its upcoming capital needs. The company is looking to improve its capital structure to help boost shareholder value. It has also agreed an extension with GTRC to a deadline for completing the purchase of a 55 percent stake it does not already control in Mega Broadband Investment to 09 October 2026. 

MobileX appoints new Chief Financial Officer
UNITED STATES 2 OCT

MobileX appoints new Chief Financial Officer

US MVNO MobileX has appointed Raju Datla as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to support its next stage of growth. Has over 25 years of industry experience, most recently as CFO of RedCloud Holdings. At MobileX, he will worth with CEO and founder Peter Adderton to drive the growth plan, lead partnerships and funding, and ensure that the group's financial strategy supports its long-term growth plans. 

NetApp announces plans to acquire AI software start-up Peak:AIO
UNITED KINGDOM 2 OCT

NetApp announces plans to acquire AI software start-up Peak:AIO

NetApp, intelligent data infrastructure company, has signed a deal to acquire Manchester, UK-based AI storage start-up Peak:AIO, from venture capital company Pembroke VCT. This will strengthen NetApp's position in the AI infrastructure by combing Peak:AIO's specialised metadata services and parallel namespace innovation with  Ontap platform. The deal is subject to customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions. 

Tecnotree proposes dividend for FY 2025 to EGM
FINLAND 2 OCT

Tecnotree proposes dividend for FY 2025 to EGM

Tecnotree's board of directors has proposed a dividend of EUR 0.02 per share for the 2025 fiscal year. The dividend will be submitted for approval at an EGM meeting on 23 October. If approved, the payment would be distributed on 10 December to shareholders on record as of 03 December.

Orange Egypt provides communication services to Wadi Degla's Neo project at Mostakbal City Development
EGYPT 2 OCT

Orange Egypt provides communication services to Wadi Degla's Neo project at Mostakbal City Development

Orange Egypt has formed partnership with Wadi Degla Developments to supply "smart" connectivity and triple play services (internet, TV and landline) at the Neo development project in Mostakbal City. By combining Orange Egypt's telecoms infrastructure with Wadi Degla's residential expertise, they aim to provide Neo residents with high-speed, seamless connectivity to support smart home technology and modern digital lifestyles. The development will be backed by digital infrastructure including 5G connectivity,

EUROPE 2 OCT

G+D to participate in Chips JU consortium tackling edge compute resiliency

Giesecke + Deverient (G+D) said it is participating in a research and innovation project under the EU's Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU). Critical Infrastructure Resilience through Edge Computing Systems (CIRES) aims to catalyse end-to-end technology and security protocols enabling resiliency in computing workloads operating at the periphery, the so-called edge, of networks. The three-year project is funded to the tune of EUR 12.81 million and runs until end-August 2029, with the EU contributing EUR 4.15

SPAIN 2 OCT

Telefonica and Reina Sofía School to stage interactive AI concert

Telefonica and the Reina Sofía School of Music have announced a classical music concert in Madrid blending AI, live connectivity and symphonic performance. On 03 October, the Teatro Monumental will host an audience-driven experience alongside a rendition of Brahms' Symphony No. 4, performed by an orchestra of around 60 musicians from the school and conducted by Josep Pons.

GERMANY 2 OCT

German ministry launches tender for the new Data Spaces Hub

The German Federal Ministry for Digital Transformation and Government Modernisation (BMDS) has launched a tender for the new Data Spaces Hub. The Hub serves as a central point of contact for data spaces in Germany. It aims to provide information to companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as public administration bodies and other stakeholders, to facilitate networking among them, and to support them in the practical design and use of data spaces.

SPAIN 2 OCT

Vodafone Spain lands Livelink IoT motorbike safety deal

Vodafone Spain said it has partnered with Seville-based Livelink Motor to improve motorcyclist safety via its Internet of Things network. Under the deal, Vodafone's connectivity has been integrated into Komobi, Livelink's monitoring device for motorcycles, allowing it to detect a crash and automatically alert Spain's emergency services on 112.

EUROPE 2 OCT

SNS-JU to host 6G-Cloud webinar on 13 October

The EU's flagship 6G research initiative will host a dedicated webinar on potential cloud topologies in next-generation mobile networks on 13 October. The SNS-JU's 6G-Cloud Uncovered webinar will highlight two proofs of concept advancing through its 6G-Cloud project scope. Funded by the SNS-JU through Horizon Europe, the consortium features several academic research partners as well as French RAN vendor BubbleRAN, Orange Polska, Eviden, Lenovo Germany, Thales, FourDotInfinity and Ubiwhere.

GERMANY 2 OCT

1&1 offers Fritz! Wi-Fi 7 router exclusively for 6 months

1&1 has started to market the 1&1 HomeServer Pro Fritz! router, based on the Fritz!Box DSL/Fiber 7-90, and said it will be the exclusive German distributor of the Fritz! flagship product for at least six months. Customers can choose the 1&1 HomeServer Pro free in combination with selected DSL and fibre-optic plans, or receive EUR 100 credit. The Wi-Fi 7 router supports the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands and is available in black or white.

SRI LANKA 2 OCT

Dialog Axiata enables QR payments at Dinemore restaurants across Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan operator Dialog Axiata has expanded its Dialog Pay merchant network through a partnership with restaurant chain Dinemore. The agreement enables customers to make LankaQR payments at Dinemore's 12 restaurants, with eligible transactions also providing complimentary Dialog mobile data.

GLOBAL 2 OCT

Cloudflare confirms general release of data platform Cloudflare Basin

Cloudflare has announced general availability of a new data flow platform called Cloudflare Basin. The product is pitched to developers looking to translate raw data and models into production-grade workflows, including delivery of data-driven commercial products. Cloudflare Basin is an end-to-end data platform that ingests data from applications, infrastructure devices and Cloudflare services.

UNITED STATES 2 OCT

OIF to attend OCP Global Summit and Ethernet Alliance event

The Open Internetworking Forum (OIF) has confirmed its attendance at the upcoming OCP Global Summit and Ethernet Alliance's Technology Exploration Forum (TEF). TEF '26 presentations include insights on OIF's next generation signalling specification that enables 448 Gbps data lanes in common electrical input/output interfaces, targeting large-scale AI clusters and supercomputing infrastructure. Other key topics will include optical interconnects, coherent optics and testbed innovations.

ICELAND 2 OCT

Phones sold in Iceland to undergo 112 support testing

Icelandic telecoms regulator Fjarskiptastofa has announced consultation on a draft recommendation on testing the functionality of mobile phones by importers and retailers before they come to market in Iceland. The deadline for comments is 09 October. Since the shutdown of the 2G and 3G mobile phone networks, it has become apparent that some handsets cannot connect to the emergency number 112, even though they support general mobile phone services and meet CE marking regulations. The reason could be related

ITALY 2 OCT

Italian August retail sales climb 0.3% in value, online up 5.4%

Italy's retail sales rose 0.3 percent in value and 0.1 percent in volume in August compared to June, according to the latest preliminary data from national statistics office Istat. Shoes, leather goods and travel items fell 4.1 percent while the largest increases were recorded in computers and telecommunications equipment (+6.7%).

GLOBAL 2 OCT

Netmore's Abeeway tests LoRaWAN Relay in smart water meter system with Itron module

Netmore Group said its Abeeway subsidiary has tested the LoRaWAN Relay on a complete smart water metering stack with US-based company Itron. This proved the end-to-end interoperability of Itron's Cyble 5 RF module, the Abeeway LoRaWAN Relay, and Netmore's LoRaWAN network. Netmore said this addresses coverage problems in large-scale advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) deployments. 

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