Telus to award Entwistle Technology Bursaries in Quebec, British Columbia
CANADA 15:02

Telus to award Entwistle Technology Bursaries in Quebec, British Columbia

Canadian operator Telus is set to announce the Entwistle Technology Bursary through the Telus Friendly Future Foundation. This a dedicated fund for students in Quebec and British Columbia pursuing technology-based post-secondary or technical vocation education. It is being funded through a CAD 1 million personal donation for Telus President and CEO Darren Entwistle, and Fiona Entwistle. It will support students and youth who are experiencing financial challenges and actively volunteering to make positive so

AT&T offers USD 10,000 for arrest of copper thieves in Kentucky
UNITED STATES 14:53

AT&T offers USD 10,000 for arrest of copper thieves in Kentucky

AT&T is offering USD 10,000 rewards for tips leading to the apprehension and conviction of copper thieves in the US state of Kentucky. The new reward scheme is designed to reflect the seriousness of copper theft, which threatens critical infrastructure and leaves communities disconnected. 

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. 

NTIA opens applications for USD 790 mln in broadband funding
UNITED STATES 07:51

NTIA opens applications for USD 790 mln in broadband funding

​The US National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has opened applications for USD 790 million in funding to bring broadband networks to Tribal areas. Two streams are available, under the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program (TBCP) and the Native Entities Grant Program (NEGP). Applications can be submitted until 17 September, and the NTIA expects to make awards on a rolling basis beginning in spring 2027. A webinar is planned for 24 June to provide more information on the process. 

Bosch fined USD 36 mln for violating US sanctions against Huawei
UNITED STATES 07:12

Bosch fined USD 36 mln for violating US sanctions against Huawei

Germany's Bosch will pay USD 36.2 million to the US government for violating sanctions against Huawei. The Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) announced the settlement agreement with Bosch, covering shipments of MEMS sensors to Huawei over the four years to September 2024. 

Google Home Speaker launches 24 June for USD 100
UNITED STATES 06:22

Google Home Speaker launches 24 June for USD 100

Google has confirmed the launch of its new Home Speaker, designed to bring Gemini AI into the home. First presented last fall when Google overhauled its Nest device line-up, the Google Home Speaker is now available from 25 June, for USD 99.99/EUR 119.99. A six-month free subscription to Google Home Premium services is included. 

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.

Great Plains Communications, Ritter Communications to merge
UNITED STATES 17 JUN

Great Plains Communications, Ritter Communications to merge

Grain Management, digital infrastructure investment group, has announced plans to merge two of its portfolio businesses - Blair, Nebraska-based Great Plains Communications and Jonesboro, Arkanas-based Ritter Communications. They will be combined to create a new telecoms brand called Rightfiber. Heath Simpson, currently CEO of Ritter Communications, will be CEO of the merged group; with Great Plains CEO Todd Foje becoming Executive Chairman.

Mediacom rolls out 2-Gbps service nationwide, appoints EVP of Operations
UNITED STATES 17 JUN

Mediacom rolls out 2-Gbps service nationwide, appoints EVP of Operations

US cable operator Mediacom Communications has announced the nationwide launch of 2 Gbps broadband speeds across its national service footprint. The service is now available to more than 3.1 million homes across its fibre network. Mediacom offers all gigabit broadband customers Wi-Fi 8 Eero devices. 

Danish Data Protection Agency establishes Greenlandic presence
GREENLAND 17 JUN

Danish Data Protection Agency establishes Greenlandic presence

The Danish Data Protection Agency has now established a Greenlandic website and says it will set up an office in Nuuk in autumn 2026 with a staff of two to three employees. The Danish agency already has responsibility for data protection in Greenland and also supervises compliance by national authorities in the Faroe Islands. The new website is intended to make it easier for the public, authorities and companies alike to find information and guidance in both the Danish and Greenlandic languages.

CBC to stop carrying NHL broadcasts from Rogers-owned Sportsnet
CANADA 17 JUN

CBC to stop carrying NHL broadcasts from Rogers-owned Sportsnet

Canadian sports network Sportsnet, owned by Rogers Sports & Media, has announced that  public broadcaster CBC will no longer carry its Saturday night NHL broadcasts as the latter moves forward with a new sports programming strategy. In a joint statement, Sportsnet and CBC praised their long-term partnership and said they looked forward to working together on other opportunities in the future. 

AT&T CFO to retire at year-end
UNITED STATES 17 JUN

AT&T CFO to retire at year-end

AT&T's CFO Pascal Desroches announced he is retiring at the end of this year. The operator has hired Jennifer Biry, CFO at McAfee the past four years, as his replacement. She joins AT&T as deputy CFO from 06 July and will become CFO from the start of 2027.

NORTH AMERICA 17 JUN

Radian Arc partners PureColo and Carrier Connect on North American GPU edge infrastructure

Radian Arc, a Submer Group company, has announced a partnership with Canadian data centre provider PureColo and network interconnection specialist Carrier Connect Data Solutions to deploy GPU edge infrastructure across North America. Under the agreement, PureColo's data centre facilities and Carrier Connect's interconnection platform will host Radian Arc's GPU edge platform. The companies said the deployment is intended to support telecommunications operators, enterprises and AI service providers in deliver

CANADA 16 JUN

Canada plans new legislation to update privacy law for digital economy

The Canadian government is tabling new legislation to protect children, as well as the privacy and personal data of Canadians, updating private-sector privacy law for the digital age. The legislation - Bill C-36: Protecting Privacy and Consumer Data Act (PPCDA) - is a key part of the government's recently launched national AI strategy. The existing private-sector privacy law is more than 25 years old - adopted before the emergence of AI technology, deepfakes, algorithmic decision making, and collection of c

UNITED STATES 16 JUN

Google invests USD 1.5 bln to expand Jackson County data cente campus

Google has announced a USD 1.5 billion investment across Alabama's Jackson County throughout 2026 and 2027 to expand its data centre campus. The investment will also support new community initiatives focused on education, workforce development and energy affordability. The Jackson County data centre campus started operations in 2019, located on the site on an old Tennessee Valley Authority coal plant. 

CANADA 16 JUN

Rogers makes CAD 1 million donation to charity golf tournament

Rogers Communications has made a CAD 1 million donation through the Rogers Charity Classic golf tournament to support children's charities across Alberta. The 2025 Rogers Charity Classic event raised a record CAD 26.6 million in aid of Rogers Birdies for Kids, presented by AltaLink. To date, the charity event has raised CAD 164.3 million to support programmes focused on youth sports, counselling and family support. The 2026 event will take place on 21-23 August. Donations made to participating charities wil

UNITED STATES 16 JUN

Verizon launches new Simplicity mobile plan, converged offer and loyalty programme

Verizon has launched a new entry-level mobile plan, converged fixed-mobile bundle and loyalty programme as part of the ongoing overhaul of its go-to-market strategy. The Verizon Simplicity plan costs USD 45 per month, with an introductory price of USD 30 for customers porting a number to the operator. Home internet can be added for USD 35 per month under the Verizon One offer with a single bill, taking the total cost for mobile and broadband to USD 70 per month including taxes and fees. 

UNITED STATES 16 JUN

Comcast launches same-day delivery for broadband gateways

Comcast is launching same-day delivery of its broadband gateways for customers in big cities in the US. The service starts for new Xfinity Internet customers in nearly 20 markets, with plans to roll out to the operator's entire footprint by early 2027. Alternatively, customers can opt to pick up their equipment in one of the 700 Xfinity stores across the country the same day they sign up for Comcast internet service online. 

UNITED STATES 16 JUN

Ericsson takes Verizon private cellular deal overseas

Ericsson announced that its Private 5G solution is now available to Verizon Business customers looking to extend deployments into locations outside of the US. The platform can be procured by Verizon clients in international markets, having been limited to US-based enterprise and public sector sites previously.

UNITED STATES 16 JUN

GNM announces new N American PoPs in Miami, Ashburn

GNM, global backbone infrastructure provider and Internet Exchange (IX) operator, has expanded into North America with new points of presence (PoPs) in Miami and Ashburn. These are the company's first PoPs in North America, located at Equinix MI1 in Miami and Equinix DC1-DC15, DC21 in Ashburn (Virginia). They have been deployed as a protected East Coat ring, with direct connection to its network backbone in Europe and GNM-IX platform. GNM now has more than 90 PoPs and over 700 connected networks covering Eu

UNITED STATES 16 JUN

Samsung launches Galaxy Book6 Edge AI PC in US market

Samsung Electronics America has announced the availability of the Galaxy Book6 Edge in the United States, positioning the device as a mobile-focused PC designed to support AI-enabled productivity applications. The Galaxy Book6 Edge is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite platform and supports up to 80 TOPS of AI processing performance. Samsung said the device is designed to run AI workloads locally, alongside conventional computing tasks.

UNITED STATES 16 JUN

DataBank secures USD 1.45 bln to support data centre expansion

US data centre operator DataBank has closed two financing transactions worth a combined USD 1.45 billion to support growth initiatives and the expansion of its Red Oak campus in Texas. The financing package comprises an USD 800 million revolving credit facility and a USD 650 million increase to the company's existing construction financing for the Red Oak campus. The revolving credit facility, which matures in 2031, will be used for general corporate purposes, including working capital, capital expenditure

UNITED STATES 15 JUN

Logix Fiber provides tech firm with Texas wavelength connectivity

Logix Fiber Networks, Texas-based fibre network operator, is expanding its network footprint with a new multi-terabit wavelength deployment for a leading global tech firm. The contract will provide dozens of 400 Gig waves for connectivity between key markets across the state of Texas - including Dallas, Houston, Austin and Forth Worth. Logix Fiber provides fibre connectivity, wavelength services, dark fibre, Ethernet and Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) services to hyperscale, carrier and enterprise customer

UNITED STATES 15 JUN

Roku confirms takeover by Fox for USD 22 billion

Roku has confirmed a takeover agreement with Fox, with the media company paying USD 22 billion in cash and shares for the connected TV market leader in the US. Fox expects Roku's platform to provide a significant boost to its strategy to grow in the streaming market, building on its existing Tubi free service. Roku shareholders will own just over a quarter of Fox once the deal is completed, with closing targeted for H1 2027, pending regulatory approvals. 

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