Roku partners with AI-powered ad tech platform Smartly
UNITED STATES 14:33

Roku partners with AI-powered ad tech platform Smartly

Roku has announced a partnership with Smartly, AI-powered ad technology platform, to help advertisers extend social advertising to connected TV (CTV). The partnership creates a direct connection between Smartly and Roku Ads Manager, through the Roku Ads API. This allows brands to run CTV ad campaign using tools already used for social, adapting existing social assets for the TV screen. 

Beeline Russia launches mobile, digital tools pack for SMEs
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 14:07

Beeline Russia launches mobile, digital tools pack for SMEs

Russian operator Beeline said that its unit Beeline Business has launched a package for SMEs including access to the platform OneBusiness. The solution for entrepreneurs includes digital tools to start and manage a business, such as setting up a website or online shop with AI assistance and CRM and sales in a single window. The package also includes 2,000 minutes of calls, 500 SMS, unlimited data traffic and unlimited on-net calls for RUB 800 monthly.

Ericsson starts actively using Telenor Sweden's '5G Laptop Connect' at HQ
SWEDEN 10:12

Ericsson starts actively using Telenor Sweden's '5G Laptop Connect' at HQ

Telenor Sweden says Ericsson will now become the first customer to take up its new 5G Laptop Connect service. Ericsson first mentioned the deal in early March, saying it would deploy 5,000 devices at its Stockholm HQ. Telenor now highlights that it was the first Swedish operator to launch a commercial service for businesses based on 5G Standalone technology, days after Telia Sweden launched Telia Critical IoT Connectivity for essential sectors and a dedicated 5G SA subscription for Google Pixel users.

CMA imposes new fair ranking, data portability requirements on Google Search
UNITED KINGDOM 10:01

CMA imposes new fair ranking, data portability requirements on Google Search

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has announced two new conduct requirements for Google search services in the UK. Introduced as part of the Digital Markets Competition Regime, the first requirement will ensure fair ranking of search results for businesses; with the second requiring Google to let users port search data into authorised third parties such as rewards platforms. This follows CMA actions earlier in June allowing publishers to opt out of having their content used to power Google's AI

Ghana's NCA hosts Tanzania's TCRA for satellite services benchmarking
GHANA 09:26

Ghana's NCA hosts Tanzania's TCRA for satellite services benchmarking

Ghana's National Communications Authority (NCA) said it has hosted a delegation from the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA) for a benchmarking visit to expand regulatory knowledge and foster bilateral collaboration in satellite communication services. NCA deputy director general for technical operations Suleman Salifu highlighted the rapid evolution of satellite technologies. He said that robust regulatory frameworks must support innovation while safeguarding national interests.

NCSC warns hostile states are increasing attacks on critical infrastructure
UNITED KINGDOM 09:13

NCSC warns hostile states are increasing attacks on critical infrastructure

The UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) managed over 200 cyber incidents impacting critical national infrastructure (CNI) and supporting ecosystem in the 12 months to May 2026. Of these, around 75 percent can be linked to hostile state actors. In a speech at the Annual Security Lecture of the Royal United Services Institute, NCSC head Dr Richard Horne warned that hostile states - such as Iran, China and Russia - are increasingly targeting the UK's CNI, and that cyber security should be treated as an "o

Ooredoo Maldives' mFaisaa launches PayPal integration for global US dollar payments
MALDIVES 08:50

Ooredoo Maldives' mFaisaa launches PayPal integration for global US dollar payments

Ooredoo Fintech has integrated PayPal with its digital wallet mFaisaa, enabling eligible Maldivian users to receive US dollar-denominated payments and transfer funds for local access. Local freelancers, entrepreneurs and small businesses can accept international US dollar payments, expand beyond local markets, and scale globally.

Telefonica debuts AI-powered B2B marketplace
SPAIN 08:29

Telefonica debuts AI-powered B2B marketplace

Telefonica has launched an AI-powered B2B marketplace to help companies and public sector bodies easily manage the selection and procurement of the latest technology equipment. The platform is designed to address challenges such as supply chain instability and the rapid pace of device innovation driven by the adoption of AI technologies.

KT HCN expands into building IT infrastructure management services
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:59

KT HCN expands into building IT infrastructure management services

KT HCN, the cable television and broadband subsidiary of Korea Telecom (KT), is expanding its presence in the business-to-business market through information and communications infrastructure management services. The operator said it has signed maintenance and management contracts covering approximately 60 buildings, including large retail facilities and department stores.

Hitachi partners OpenAI to target legacy system modernisation and cybersecurity
JAPAN 06:01

Hitachi partners OpenAI to target legacy system modernisation and cybersecurity

Hitachi is expanding its collaboration with OpenAI to develop AI-driven approaches for legacy system modernisation and cybersecurity, with an initial focus on core systems used by financial institutions and other critical industries. The companies said their respective Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) teams will work together to develop methods for analysing and modernising mission-critical legacy systems using OpenAI's AI agent, Codex. The initiative is intended to support the migration of legacy applicatio

Fujitsu and IBM Japan expand collaboration on legacy system modernisation
JAPAN 05:50

Fujitsu and IBM Japan expand collaboration on legacy system modernisation

Fujitsu and IBM Japan have expanded their collaboration on enterprise system modernisation, focusing on the migration and transformation of legacy business applications as organisations prepare for digital transformation initiatives and the retirement of older infrastructure platforms. The companies said they will combine Fujitsu's automated source code conversion technology, Fujitsu Progression, with IBM Japan's AI-enabled development platform, IBM Bob, to support the rewriting and refactoring of business

DeepL acquires Mixhalo; establishes San Francisco office
UNITED STATES 17 JUN

DeepL acquires Mixhalo; establishes San Francisco office

DeepL, global Language AI specialist, has announced the acquisition of San Francisco-based Mixhalo, which has developed a platform for real-time, ultra-low latency audio. The acquisition will boost the capabilities of the DeepL Voice real-time AI voice translation solution to support live, large-scale environments such as conferences and major events.

UNITED KINGDOM 17 JUN

Google Cloud supports UK local government digital planning tool projects

Google has marked the Google Cloud summit in London with major updates on two projects with the UK government - the national roll-out of the Extract tool, and the Augmented Planning Decisions prototype project with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) and the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). Both projects use Google Cloud technology and are designed to support a digital planning system. 

IRELAND 17 JUN

NTT Data opens new office in Dublin

NTT Data, global AI, digital and technology services provider, has opened a new office in Dublin, Ireland, to support its customers across the country. This is part of a EUR 16.5 million local investment in AI and digital services R&D and job creation. The expansion is supported by the Irish government through IDA Ireland. 

IRELAND 17 JUN

Irish hosting provider Blacknight acquired by Your.Online

Blacknight, Irish hosting provider and domain registrar, is being acquired by Netherlands-based European digital services group Your.Online. This will provide Blacknight with the long-term investment needed for expansion. Carlow-based Blacknight was established in 2023 and currently serves more than 90,000 customers in Ireland and overseas. 

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 17 JUN

Rostelecom-Data Centre hosts IT infrastructure for Avtodom, AvtoSpecCentr

Russian data centre services provider Rostelecom-Data Centre, a subsidiary of the national operator Rostelecom, has started a contract to host the IT infrastructure of automotive companies Avtodom Group and AvtoSpecCentr in its Moscow-based data centre, reports Servernews.ru. The company provided customers with secure links and back-up options.

CZECH REPUBLIC 17 JUN

T-Mobile Czechia launches Inline Security service for businesses

T-Mobile Czech Republic has introduced to B2B customers its new service Inline Security, offering mobile internet protection that can identify a wide range of cyber threats in real time. The service offers protection without the need for special software on the customer's devices. It works with lists of harmful web addresses, and also evaluates data transmissions in real time to identify harmful content or malicious code and block it before it reaches the device. 

ETHIOPIA 17 JUN

Ethio Telecom trains legal and law enforcement professionals to tackle digital fraud

Ethio Telecom has provided nationwide training for senior judicial and law enforcement officials to enhance telecoms security, safeguard critical digital infrastructure and strengthen the fight against telecom and financial fraud. Training sessions in Dire Dawa, Hawassa and Adama brought together 171 federal and regional judges, prosecutors, and police officers. The company said that that alongside its investments in 4G and 5G network expansion, strong collaboration with justice institutions is essential to

UNITED KINGDOM 17 JUN

Sky Business survey shows venue Wi-Fi important for football fans

Almost two thirds (62%) of Brits visiting a World Cup venue over summer 2026 plan to connect to the venue's Wi-Fi, rising to 71 percent for 25-34 year olds, according to new research from Sky Business. This presents a good business opportunity for hospitality venues, with football fans expecting to spend an average of GBP 52 per game at venues. Three quarters (76%) of hospitality decision makers said Wi-Fi connectivity has become more importance since previous World Cups.

GLOBAL 17 JUN

Qualcomm intros smart glasses development platform and new XR SoC chipset

Qualcomm is launching a Snapdragon-branded ecosystem tailored to makers of personal AI devices such as smart glasses, and is also preparing the release of latest XR system-on-chip (SoC) catered to next-generation spatial computing. Snapdragon START pairs Qualcomm's silicon and connectivity modules with an AI-agnostic software stack and third-party tooling partnerships. This ecosystem-led template will focus on smart glasses to begin with, before branching out into additional personal AI devices later this y

GUERNSEY 17 JUN

JT Group launches 5G services on Guernsey

JT Group has started the roll-out of 5G services on Guernsey, with the first two sites now live in and around the capital St Peter Port. JT becomes the first telecoms operator to launch 5G services on the island, with coverage being expanded over the next four months. Working with Ericsson, the network is being rolled out as a fully end-to-end combination 5G, 5G Non-Standalone and 5G Standalone network. 

GLOBAL 17 JUN

Nokia looks to boost US optical module supply with USD 30 mln ATP investment

Nokia announced plans for a USD 30 million expansion at its advanced semiconductor testing and packaging (ATP) facility in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Nokia says the Allentown facility is one of a few US ATP facilities equipped for testing and packaging of photonic chips, a key component in optical transport modules used in telecoms and AI data infrastructure.

BAHRAIN 17 JUN

Beyon's Total CX hosts workshop on future of enterprise customer engagement

Beyon Group member Total CX has hosted an executive workshop titled 'The Next Era of Experience - Powered by AI, Designed for People' alongside Batelco's Beyon Enterprise team. It brought together enterprise leaders and technology experts to explore the way that artificial intelligence is transforming customer service. It highlighted the growing role of AI-powered customer engagement platforms, autonomous AI agents, and voice intelligence in delivering personalised, efficient and intelligent customer experi

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 17 JUN

MTS adds audio recording file sharing to MTS Optimus service

Russian operator MTS has announced an upgrade to its MTS Optimus service based on its Voicetech and Exolve technologies. It has added a function to exchange audio recordings, summaries and call transcripts. The service enables users to see the entire history of communication with a customer on a single screen. 

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