Viavi introduces augmented reality RF test feature
UNITED STATES 12 JAN

Viavi introduces augmented reality RF test feature

Viavi Solutions has introduced a radio signal visualisation overlay powered by augmented reality (AR) technology, designed in partnership with Verizon subsidiary Verizon Wireless.  The new RF Viewer integration is offered through Viavi's existing OneAdvisor 800 Wireless testing device, an all-in-one platform under Viavi's Nitro Wireless brand designed for in-field signal monitoring and validations. 

Lumos names COO ahead of CEO retirement in March
UNITED STATES 12 JAN

Lumos names COO ahead of CEO retirement in March

US fibre operator Lumos' CEO Brian Stading is retiring at the end of March, the company announced. He has led the company since it was formed in 2022 from the merger of Lumos Networks and NorthState and through its sale to T-Mobile and EQT last year. No new CEO was announced, but Lumos said it has promoted David Smith to the role of chief operating officer and Josh Many to chief network officer. 

Starlink gets FCC approval to double satellite constellation
UNITED STATES 12 JAN

Starlink gets FCC approval to double satellite constellation

Starlink has received approval from the US Federal Communications Commission to double its satellite fleet. Under this grant, its owner SpaceX is authorized to construct, deploy and operate an additional 7,500 Starlink satellites as the second phase of its constellation, bringing the total to 15,000 satellites worldwide. The wider constellation is expected to support improved coverage, speed and latency from the satellite internet service, as well as the wider roll-out of direct-to-device mobile satellite s

SoftBank and OpenAI to invest USD 1 billion in SB Energy
UNITED STATES 12 JAN

SoftBank and OpenAI to invest USD 1 billion in SB Energy

OpenAI and SoftBank Group have agreed to invest USD 1 billion into SB Energy, which is backed by SoftBank and Ares Management, to support the buildout of AI data centres as part of the Stargate initiative. OpenAI and SoftBank are each investing USD 500 million into SB Energy. OpenAI has also selected SBE to build and operate its previously-announced 1.2 GW data centre site in Milam County. The equity funding supports SB Energy's growth as a development and execution partner for data centre campuses and asso

Meta sets out US nuclear power agreements to support data centre growth
UNITED STATES 12 JAN

Meta sets out US nuclear power agreements to support data centre growth

Meta has announced a series of agreements to support existing and new nuclear power projects in the United States, with the aim of securing long-term electricity supply for its data centre and AI infrastructure. The company said the projects could support up to 6.6 GW of new and existing nuclear capacity by 2035, supplying grids that serve Meta's operations, including its Prometheus data centre cluster in New Albany, Ohio.

AT&T introduces new IoT management platform
UNITED STATES 9 JAN

AT&T introduces new IoT management platform

AT&T unveiled at CES a new platform for managing business IoT services. AT&T IoT Network Intelligence is expected to help drive operational efficiency and streamlined IoT device management. The initial offering, IoT Network Intelligence Standard, equips enterprises with a set of 4G and 5G network performance KPIs and insights for devices connected to the AT&T mobile network. The dashboard helps customers quickly access detailed performance data to drive businesses decisions and optimise operations. 

Disney+ plans vertical videos to boost daily audience
UNITED STATES 9 JAN

Disney+ plans vertical videos to boost daily audience

The Walt Disney Company announced plans to bring vertical videos to Disney+ later this year. The move is expected to attract more people to watching the streaming service on their mobile device, boosting the daily audience of the platform. The announcement was made at a presentation for advertisers at CES in Las Vegas. 'Verts' launched earlier on the ESPN app, and Disney wants to bring the format to its news and entertainment as well. The company said vertical video "delivers a more personalized, dynamic ex

Rogers invests CAD 50 million in 'Screen Break' scheme for teens
CANADA 8 JAN

Rogers invests CAD 50 million in 'Screen Break' scheme for teens

Canadian operator Rogers said it will invest CAD 50 million in a scheme called "Screen Break" to help young people cut down on their phone usage. Children aged 11-17 in Canada spend an average of 5.12 hours per day on their telephone, which is 2.5 times the limited recommended by the Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS). Rogers' scheme has four pillars, namely parental tools, youth programming, research & partnerships, and education & advocacy.

Ceragon expects sequential drop in Q4 sales after deferral by key North American client
NORTH AMERICA 8 JAN

Ceragon expects sequential drop in Q4 sales after deferral by key North American client

Ceragon said in an operational update it expects to report fourth quarter sales of USD 81-83 million. The figure is reduced from USD 85.5 million in Q3 and would cap off a disappointing sales performance over the last six months. Ceragon had expected improved visibility in the final months of 2025 but says a deferral in late December by a major North American client to instead receive products in 2026 had impacted Q4 collections. Sales were down 16.7 percent year-on-year in Q3 and 14.4 percent lower in Q2,

Astound Business Solutions promotes Koss to sales president
UNITED STATES 8 JAN

Astound Business Solutions promotes Koss to sales president

Astound Business Solutions announced the promotion of Paul Koss to President of Sales. In this role, Koss will lead all sales channels and sales engineering functions at the provider across the United States. Koss previously served as Senior Vice President of Business Solutions at Astound, where he oversaw commercial strategy, and he held a similar role at the company's predecessor Wave Broadband. He counts more than two decades of experience in telecoms. In his new role, Koss will oversee all aspects of As

Telus hires financial advisors to find partner for Telus Health
CANADA 8 JAN

Telus hires financial advisors to find partner for Telus Health

Telus has hired advisors to look at a possible sale or merger for its Telus Health unit. TD Securities and Jefferies Securities will assist with a strategy and timeline for the monetisation of Telus Health, including evaluation of all partnership structures, the Canadian operator announced. A sale or partial divestment is expected to help Telus with its efforts to reduce debt and leverage. 

BBC starts paid app subscription in US
UNITED STATES 8 JAN

BBC starts paid app subscription in US

UK public broadcaster the BBC is launching a paid subscription for its mobile app in the US. This extends a subscription model started for its website in the US last June. The app costs USD 49.99 per year or USD 8.99 per month and includes unlimited access to BBC news and live streams, as well as an archive of documentary series and films. Additional premium content such as exclusive or early-release podcasts are planned in the coming months for paid subscribers.

UNITED STATES 8 JAN

T-Mobile US raises USD 2 billion in debt for refinancing

T-Mobile US has agreed to sell USD 2.0 billion in new debt in a public offering. The proceeds will be used to refinance existing debt. The offering includes USD 1.15 billion of its 5.0 percent senior notes due in 2036 and USD 850 million of 5.85 percent notes due in 2056. 

UNITED STATES 8 JAN

Apple signs up Chase to take over credit card business

Apple is changing banks for its credit card operation in the US and announced a new deal with Chase. The companies agreed a 24-month transition period for Chase to become the new issuer of Apple Card, replacing Goldman Sachs, which has run the Apple service since it launched in 2019. Mastercard will remain the payment network for Apple Card, and other services are unchanged, the company said. 

UNITED STATES 7 JAN

T-Mobile US brings in 'Better Value' plan for families and small businesses

T-Mobile US announced a new family plan called 'Better Value', also suitable for small businesses, that offers several mobile lines with unlimited data and streaming services plus a five-year price guarantee. It says existing T-Mobile customers upgrading their family plan with three or more lines from its existing Essentials offer can save over USD 50 a month thanks to included benefits such as entertainment, satellite and premium scam protection. Better Value is available for a limited period from 14 Janua

UNITED STATES 7 JAN

Pasek joins Extreme Networks board

Extreme Networks has announced the addition to its board of directors of Ron Pasek, an experienced executive who has previously served as Chief Financial Officer and board member for a number of technology companies. He has been tasked with providing strategic, financial and governance oversight to help the company meet its long-range growth targets.

UNITED STATES 7 JAN

Peacock first streamer to use full Dolby picture and sound suite

NBCUniversal's Peacock said it has become the streaming platform to integrate Dolby's full suite of picture and sound technology across its portfolio of movie, original and live sports content. Peacock is also the first streamer to announce its commitment to support Dolby's forthcoming Vision 2 and Dolby AC-4 technology, complete with audio personalisation and dialogue enhancement features.

UNITED STATES 7 JAN

Ekinops installs coherent 400G drivers for Kentucky fibre operator MuniNet

MuniNet, a municipal fibre internet provider responsible for infrastructure in western Kentucky, has adopted Ekinops' 400G coherent optical transport to support the roll out of network upgrades. Ekinops said this deployment would ramp up capacity in MuniNet's existing fibre footprint, which supplies wholesale 5G backhaul and cloud connectivity services as well as high-speed broadband. MuniNet selected its product as it believes it is capable of meeting immediate bandwidth appetite while ensuring flexibility

UNITED STATES 7 JAN

AT&T to bring 5G to Mitsubishi's Outlander SUV

AT&T said it has reached an agreement with Mitsubishi Motors North America to add 5G connectivity to the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander, the carmaker's flagship SUV. As a result, drivers will be able to access ultra-fast data speeds, enhanced entertainment options and improved performance, said the partners.

UNITED STATES 7 JAN

Amazon expands Ring range with smart sensors, app store; to bring Sidewalk network to more countries

Amazon.com is expanding its range of Ring smart cameras with new features, smart home sensors, enterprise devices and more services. A Ring app store is launching in the US to allow third-party developers to bring their apps to Ring cameras and doorbells, and the Sidewalk local wireless network bringing together Ring devices is rolling out in more countries. 

UNITED STATES 7 JAN

Charter prices USD 3 bln in senior notes

Charter Communications has announced the pricing of USD 3.0 billion in aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes. It priced USD 1.75 billion of senior notes due 2033 with an interest rate of 7.00 per annum at 100 percent of the aggregate principal amount. The other USD 1.25 billion of senior notes due 2036 carry an interest rate of 7.375 percent per annum and are likewise priced at 100 percent.

UNITED STATES 6 JAN

Former Breezeline, KPN exec Van der Post takes over as Wow CEO

US cable operator WideOpenWest (Wow!) has a new CEO, just days after DigitalBridge and Crestview Partners completed the takeover of the company. Frank van der Post takes over from 06 January, succeeding Teresa Elder, who is retiring after eight years at the helm. Van der Post previously led the US business of Cogeco as President of Breezeline, and before that served as Chief Commercial Officer of Dutch operator KPN. His management experience further includes time at British Airways, InterContinental Hotels

UNITED STATES 6 JAN

AT&T teams up with iM Media on in-car 5G audio hub

AT&T announced at CES a partnership with iM Media Labs to develop in-vehicle entertainment services powered by AT&T's 5G connectivity. The combined offer will be available with custom configuration to automotive manufacturers looking to develop new service revenue opportunities.

UNITED STATES 6 JAN

AT&T sponsors free Wi-Fi on American Airlines flights

AT&T announced a deal to sponsor free Wi-Fi for premium customers at American Airlines. Beginning this month, AAdvantage members will receive free satellite-based Wi-Fi across more than 2 million American Airlines flights a year, sponsored by AT&T.

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