Telefonica COO calls for more flexible rules to boost scale and EU sovereignty
SPAIN 11:51

Telefonica COO calls for more flexible rules to boost scale and EU sovereignty

Telefonica COO Emilio Gayo has urged the EU to adopt more flexible regulation to help European companies achieve scale, attract investment and compete in the digital economy. Speaking at the La Toja Forum, Gayo stressed that telecommunications networks were vital to economic and social activity as technological change reshaped the sector. "The sector in Spain is ready to provide the services the economy needs, but the regulations must adapt and the country's growth must translate into productivity," he said

Teracom appoints former armed forces chief of staff to head of strategic development
SWEDEN 11:26

Teracom appoints former armed forces chief of staff to head of strategic development

State-owned Swedish company Teracom has announced the appointment of Jonas Haggren as head of strategic development. His mandate is to strengthen Teracom's long-term direction and capabilities. Haggren has most recently served as Sweden's military representative to NATO and the EU. He was previously chief of staff of the Swedish Armed Forces and held senior positions in the Navy. He was a member of Teracom's board of directors from 2020 to 2026, too.

TXO announces takeover of Wesbell Communications
CANADA 11:19

TXO announces takeover of Wesbell Communications

TXO, UK-based global provider of sustainable technology lifecycle solutions, has announced the acquisition of Wesbell Communications, Canadian Tier 1 technology solutions provider. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Wesbell provides network/engineering services, managed services, asset recovery and third-party maintenance to telecoms operator, data centre and hyperscale customers. The acquisition supports TXO's growth strategy, combining targeted acquisitions with organic growth.

PLDT completes acquisition of Radius Telecoms
PHILIPPINES 11:14

PLDT completes acquisition of Radius Telecoms

Philippines operator PLDT has completed the acquisition of the remaining 65.1 percent equity interest in Radius Telecoms it did not own. With the completion of this transaction, PLDT now holds 100 percent of the issued and outstanding capital stock of Radius.

PLDT, Smart tap Capillary to launch unified loyalty ecosystem
PHILIPPINES 10:47

PLDT, Smart tap Capillary to launch unified loyalty ecosystem

Philippines operator PLDT and its mobile unit Smart Communications have teamed up with Capillary Technologies to transform and unify their loyalty ecosystem across mobile, broadband, and partner engagement platforms. Under the terms of the deal, Capillary will power a loyalty platform, bringing together PLDT Home, Smart, and Ka-Partner programs into a single ecosystem designed to deliver personalized experiences for end-customers.

50+ Mobiel overtakes KPN and Odido in marketing reach in August
NETHERLANDS 10:33

50+ Mobiel overtakes KPN and Odido in marketing reach in August

50+ Mobiel achieved the highest marketing reach in August on the Dutch telecom market, at 29 percent. The MVNO matched Odido, and KPN was just behind at 28 percent, according to research by Telecompaper asking consumers which telecom ads they had seen or heard. KPN had the widest reach in the second quarter but saw its share decline over the summer, while 50+ Mobiel has expanded its audience since April. 

New Swedish rules on reporting significant telecom incidents enter force on 15 October
SWEDEN 10:32

New Swedish rules on reporting significant telecom incidents enter force on 15 October

Swedish telecoms regulator PTS said new rules concerning what constitutes significant incidents with a reporting duty under the Cybersecurity Act enter force on 15 October. Under the act, an incident counts as significant if it has caused, or may cause, serious disruption to a service, or financial damage to the relevant operator. An incident that has affected others by causing significant damage, or which may do so, also counts as a significant one.

VodafoneZiggo content director steps down
NETHERLANDS 10:08

VodafoneZiggo content director steps down

Dutch operator VodafoneZiggo is losing its Director Content & Partnerships, Raymond van der Vliet. He stepped down as of 01 October, according to a post on LinkedIn. Van der Vliet was responsible for the operator's TV, video and audio offering for eight years. He said he was leaving to generate more positive energy, and would remain active in the media industry, without saying what his next position is. 

Icasa withdraws OTT services inquiry as well as telecoms affordability probe
SOUTH AFRICA 09:26

Icasa withdraws OTT services inquiry as well as telecoms affordability probe

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) has informed stakeholders of the withdrawal of notices regarding its Telecommunications Affordability Inquiry (Government Gazette No. 4130) and its Inquiry into the Impact of Over-the-Top (OTT) Services (Government Gazette No. 4129). This decision allows it to address administrative and procedural requirements to ensure better regulatory alignment. Specifically, the telecoms affordability inquiry notice is being withdrawn so it can be republis

RDI upholds fine against Odido over wiretaps security
NETHERLANDS 08:35

RDI upholds fine against Odido over wiretaps security

The digital infrastructure agency in the Netherlands, RDI has largely upheld a fine against mobile operator Odido for inadequate security procedures for handling number tapping requests from law enforcement. The fine was reduced slightly in the administrative appeal, to EUR 1.47 million from EUR 1.52 million, but the offences mainly confirmed in the RDI decision taken in July and now made public.

Ucom supports Armenia-UK Business Forum
ARMENIA 08:17

Ucom supports Armenia-UK Business Forum

Armenian operator Ucom is an official partner of the Armenia-UK Business Forum 2026, taking place in Yerevan 05–06 October. The forum brings together business leaders, investors, policymakers, institutions and innovators on one platform, creating opportunities for new business connections and long-term partnerships. Discussions will focus on investment, infrastructure, education and human capital, artificial intelligence, deep tech and emerging technologies, as well as new opportunities for Armenian-British

Unita bids to take Unifique private
BRAZIL 08:06

Unita bids to take Unifique private

Brazil's Unita Participacoes announced a public tender offer to acquire all outstanding shares of its subsidiary Unifique for BRL 6.00 per share, topping the independent valuation of BRL 5.42. The move aims to delist the Brazilian telecommunications operator from the B3's Novo Mercado and downgrade its CVM registration from category A to B. The proposal is currently pending regulatory approvals from the CVM and B3.

UNITED KINGDOM 07:54

Nfon appoints new Managing Director of UK business

Nfon, pan-European business communications provider, has announced the appointment of Neil Coulthard as Managing Director and Head of Sales of Nfon UK, with effect from start-October 2026. He will be responsible for driving growth in the UK market, reporting to Jennifer Fritsch, VP Small & Midsize Sales for Nfon. Coulthard joins Nfon UK from Charterhouse Group, where he was Director of Sales Operations. 

HUNGARY 07:39

Moody's assigns 4iG Ba1 rating with positive outlook

Moody's Ratings has assigned a Ba1 credit rating with a positive outlook to Hungary's 4iG, placing the company just one notch below investment grade. The assessment comes ahead of 4iG's planned international bond issue in October, intended to refinance acquisition loans and fund regional expansion. Moody's cited the group's strong market positions in Hungary and the Western Balkans (via One Hungary, 2Connect, One Albania, and One Crna Gora), extensive critical infrastructure, successful corporate integratio

SLOVENIA 07:37

5G overtakes 4G for first time in Slovenian mobile market

Telekom Slovenije further cemented its leadership in Slovenia's mobile sector during the second quarter of 2026, capturing 36.49 percent of active users according to regulator Akos. A1 Slovenia followed in second with 25.13 percent, closely trailed by Telemach at 25.09 percent. The quarter also highlighted a major shift in technology usage: 5G became the top connection type at 47.50 percent, surpassing 4G with 47.47 percent. The number of ported numbers dipped from 58,569 in the previous quarter to 44,493.

INDIA 07:12

BSNL launches INR 51 Freedom Offer with 2GB daily data, unlimited calls

Indian state-owned operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has introduced its INR 51 'Freedom Offer' on the local market. Customers who take up the operator's offering will receive 2GB of data per day, unlimited voice calls and 100 SMS messages per day for 28 days.

HUNGARY 06:52

Yettel Hungary appoints Csaba Saranyik as new Data & AI Director

Yettel Hungary has welcomed back industry veteran Csaba Saranyik as its new Director of Data & AI. Bringing over two decades of telecommunications and technology experience, Saranyik will spearhead the company's data and AI strategy to accelerate data-driven operations and digital innovation. Saranyik previously spent nearly a decade at Yettel's predecessor, Telenor Hungary, leading customer value management and advanced analytics, and later managed enterprise marketing at Slovak Telekom. Before returning t

GLOBAL 4 OKT

The week in telecom: FTTH sparks UK competition, AI coming to telco bundles and Samsung raises prices

A busy week in the UK market, with Vodafone and BT trying new TV services and FTTH network consolidation up in the air. Enterprise AI subscriptions in focus as more telcos bundle AI into connectivity packages and OpenAI and Meta launch new products, while the cost of flagship phones keeps going up as memory prices show no sign of slowing down.

GERMANY 3 OKT

German Weekly - 40

This week, 1&1 became the exclusive German distributor of a Fritz! Wi-Fi 7 flagship router for at least six months and launched a fibre router based on the Fritz!Box 5630. Vodafone Germany started to market the same model. Deutsche Telekom and Vodafone Germany cover close to 30 million households with high-speed internet, and Telekom carried a record data volume at the first Oktoberfest weekend. Telefonica Germany is targeting corporate customers and public sector organisations as part of its growth strateg

EGYPT 2 OKT

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,

GLOBAL 2 OKT

Vodafone secures Platinum sustainability rating from EcoVadis

Vodafone has secured a Platinum award from EcoVadis for the third year in a row, scoring 88 out of 100 points in its latest sustainability assessment. This puts Vodafone above average for telecoms operators worldwide, and in the top one percent of all companies assessed by EcoVadis. The assessment assesses companies' ESG performance, scoring across four areas: sustainable procurement, ethics, labour/human rights, and the environment. Vodafone's overall score has improved over four straight years, rising fro

MEXICO 2 OKT

Mexico's antitrust clears Oxio's USD 450 mln Movistar buy - report

Mexico's National Antitrust Commission (CNA) has approved the sale of Telefonica's local Movistar subsidiary to a consortium led by US provider Oxio, according to unnamed sources cited by local business news outlet El Economista. In April, Telefonica announced an agreement to divest 100 percent of the shares of Pegaso PCS and Celular de Telefonia to the Melisa Acquisition consortium led by Oxio and financial investor Newfoundland for a total of USD 450 million.

PUERTO RICO 2 OKT

Samsung opens Puerto Rico Smart Experience Centre

Samsung Electronics has opened a Smart Experience Centre in Puerto Rico, offering customers the chance to test its products and access diagnostic, repair and technical support services. The space in Trujillo Bajo, Carolina, offers an express repair service that can be completed within one or two hours, subject to diagnosis and availability.

IRAQ 2 OKT

Iraqi CMC says court ruling reinstates Korek Telecom's debt settlement but upholds shutdown

Iraq's Communications and Media Commission (CMC) has said that a recent court ruling involving Korek Telecom reinstates only the operator's debt settlement agreement and does not overturn the shutdown of its offices or other regulatory sanctions, Peregraf reported. Its comments follow statements from Korek describing the 28 September ruling by the Rasafa Court of First Instance as a broad victory in its legal dispute with the regulator.

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Background

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The week in telecom: FTTH sparks UK competition, AI coming to telco bundles and Samsung raises prices

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Belgian Weekly - Week 40

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