Ribbon hires seasoned AI product manager Priyanka Kharat to lead Acumen platform strategy
GLOBAL 10:59

Ribbon hires seasoned AI product manager Priyanka Kharat to lead Acumen platform strategy

Ribbon Communications has appointed Priyanka Kharat as senior vice president for the Acumen AI autonomous networks division. Kharat joins Ribbon Communications from AIOps and enterprise IT vendor ScienceLogic, having served as vice president and general manager of the Skylar AI platform since 2022. Her earlier achievements include a role spearheading the information strategy at health tech vendor NovaSignal in 2021 and 2022, contributing to its transition from medical devices to an SaaS-led business. Kharat

HFCL sets up subsidiary for telecoms construction and maintenance projects
INDIA 10:54

HFCL sets up subsidiary for telecoms construction and maintenance projects

Indian cabling and connectivity vendor HFCL has established a dedicated subsidiary to manage construction, maintenance and operation of telecoms infrastructure. HFCL Connectivity Systems Limited (HCSL) was incorporated on 22 October with an authorised share capital of INR 100,000. According to the regulatory filing, HFCL subscribed for the same amount in equity shares with a par value of INR 1. The vehicle is yet to begin operations and reported zero turnover on its incorporation. 

Quad9 to end service in France after content piracy court challenge
FRANCE 10:50

Quad9 to end service in France after content piracy court challenge

Switzerland-based non-profit DNS platform Quad9 has announced that it will no longer be able to offer its free cyberprotection service to users located in France. The service, which prevents connections to malicious sites, will end on 24 November because of an unfavourable ruling in a French court case concerning content piracy, brought by BeIN Sports in May. In an effort to protect its broadcasting rights for WTA tennis, the Qatari media group secured an injunction requiring the blocking of more than 50 do

Telia Finland encourages customers to forward suspected scam texts to 7726
FINLAND 10:47

Telia Finland encourages customers to forward suspected scam texts to 7726

Telia Finland says that mobile customers can now report suspected scam messages free of charge by forwarded them to the number 7726. This is already widely used internationally, it said. Head of fraud prevention Antti Turunen said the company can react to scams faster when it receives timely information from customers and can use it to prevent large-scale phishing attempts.

Turk Telekom launches unlimited mobile internet pack for TRY 750 per month
TURKEY 10:30

Turk Telekom launches unlimited mobile internet pack for TRY 750 per month

Turk Telekom has introduced its New Generation Unlimited Package, offering unlimited mobile internet to individual postpaid subscribers for TRY 750 per month. The package is available without a minimum-term commitment and can be activated or cancelled through the operator's mobile application or by SMS.

Telenor provides same amount of mobile data in EU as in Denmark
DENMARK 10:28

Telenor provides same amount of mobile data in EU as in Denmark

Telenor said it now provides customers with the same amount of mobile data to use in the EU as in Denmark. It says the EU's abolition of roaming charges was an important step forward but many people still experience differences in conditions at home and in the rest of Europe. Head of consumer affairs Christian Hoffman said Telenor believes that Europe should come over as a single digital area, which is why it is giving customers the same data in Denmark and the rest of the EU.

PLDT Global revenue jumps 30% in H1 on increased AI, cloud connectivity demand
PHILIPPINES 10:23

PLDT Global revenue jumps 30% in H1 on increased AI, cloud connectivity demand

PLDT Global posted a 30 percent year-on-year increase in revenues during the first half of 2026, boosted by requirements from hyperscalers, international carriers, and digital platforms for international bandwidth, cable capacity, and related infrastructure services. The performance reflects the increasing use of connectivity services supporting cloud, AI, and enterprise workloads across the region.

HKBN launches 5G Mobile+ brand alongside iPhone Duo sales
HONG KONG 09:50

HKBN launches 5G Mobile+ brand alongside iPhone Duo sales

Hong Kong Broadband Network (HKBN) has launched its upgraded 5G Mobile+ services brand alongside the first-day sale of the iPhone Duo. Invited customers were able to collect the device at an event in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong. The new mobile service combines value-added services with cross-border data allowances covering Hong Kong and mainland China. HKBN says the plans address both local and cross-border connectivity requirements.

Crusoe to build first AI cloud facility in Paraguay with Araico
PARAGUAY 09:44

Crusoe to build first AI cloud facility in Paraguay with Araico

US AI infrastructure company Crusoe has agreed a partnership with Paraguay's Araico to build AI computing infrastructure powered by the Itaipu hydroelectric dam. The project will be Crusoe's first dedicated AI cloud deployment in Latin America and is expected to serve US cloud customers as well as demand across the region through Crusoe Cloud.

Ovzon receives SEK 39 mln follow-on order from NATO customer
GLOBAL 09:40

Ovzon receives SEK 39 mln follow-on order from NATO customer

Ovzon has announced a supplementary order worth SEK 39 million from its newest NATO customer for more mobile satellite terminals to operate on the existing satellite service. Deliveries will be made during the fourth quarter of 2026 and first quarter of 2027. CEO Per Noren said that sovereign control through end-to-end systems over space-based infrastructure continues to be prioritised as the operational necessity.

Dhiraagu runs TikTok contest with chance to win iPhone 18 Pro Max
MALDIVES 09:31

Dhiraagu runs TikTok contest with chance to win iPhone 18 Pro Max

Maldivian operator Dhiraagu has announced a contest on TikTok, offering the opportunity to win an iPhone 18 Pro Max in burgundy. Entry requires participants to follow the account, comment on the main campaign post tagging two friends, and ensure both tagged people are also following the page. Entries are open until 04 November.

TDF tests limits of fibre links in indoor mobile coverage projects
FRANCE 09:26

TDF tests limits of fibre links in indoor mobile coverage projects

French infrastructure operator TDF has shared the results of a laboratory testing campaign carried out in collaboration with its technical partner Aginode. The joint research focuses on a 5G-ready indoor antenna system integrating a BTS Hotel. In this architecture, fibre optic is used to link the antennas to a separate technical facility that centralises mobile network equipment so that it can be shared by multiple telecom operators. Testing was carried out to establish how far radio equipment can be placed

UNITED KINGDOM 09:26

Onecom sees strong demand for AI agent workforce platform

Onecom, UK business communications technology provider, has reported AI revenue growth of 1,366 percent over the last six months following the introduction of Onecom Halo, a managed AI agent workforce for customer operations, in April 2026. Onecom expects quarterly AI revenue to double in Q4 2026 as it continues to provide customers with AI-enabled solutions. 

GLOBAL 09:18

FCC applies Covered List ban on video transmission devices with HiSilicon chip

The Federal Communications Commission said it has blocked two electronic devices, a dashboard camera and wireless video transmitter, over their potential to enable Chinese spyware. Both devices have been added to the FCC's Covered List, which prevents their manufacturers from importing, marketing or selling them in the US. The devices use a chipset from Shenzhen-based vendor HiSilicon with an embedded visual AI algorithm able to discern human facial features in broader video surveillance use cases.

UNITED KINGDOM 09:17

Openreach, Lightsonic help Portsmouth Water detect leaks

Portsmouth Water is working with Lightsonic to deploy advanced leak detection across its UK network using the Openreach full-fibre network. The technology uses fibre-optic cables running alongside water pipes to detect the sound of leaks, helping to identify and repair them as quickly as possible. The new technology will be rolled out from December 2026 as the water company prepares its network for the colder, winter season. 

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 09:16

UAE Cyber Security Council selects Shory as official cybersecurity provider

UAE Cyber Security Council has selected insurance technology company Shory as an official cybersecurity provider. The partnership creates a platform to share expertise, enhance threat readiness, and coordinate swift responses to emerging cyber risks. Shory will contribute its specialist technical capabilities and support broader knowledge and threat intelligence sharing.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 09:15

Russian small data centres market forecast to triple by 2030

Over 450 modular data centres (MDCs), including up to 50 racks each, currently operate in Russia, according to a study from J'son & Partners Consulting. In 2025, revenues on the Russian MDC market reached RUB 4.4 billion, and this figure is expected to reach RUB 14.2 billion by 2030, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26.8 percent.

BRAZIL 09:14

Zamix enters Brazilian mobile market with 4G and 5G service

Brazilian regional ISP Zamix has expanded beyond fixed broadband into the mobile market, launching 4G and 5G connectivity as a MVNO.Using the network infrastructure of iez! telecom, Zamix debuted its mobile service in Valenva, Rio de Janeiro, with plans to expand next to Volta Redonda.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 09:12

M.Video says foldable smartphone sales up 24% in year to date

Sales of foldable smartphones in Russia totaled around 96,000 units in January to September this year, according to figures from the mobile and electronics retail chain M.Video. Revenues amounted to RUB 9.78 billion. Sales in units increased by 23.7 percent year-on-year, and revenues grew by 20.4 percent.

BRAZIL 09:11

Brazilian Court approves restructuring plan for Oi subsidiary Tahto

The 7th Corporate Court of Rio de Janeiro has approved the judicial reorganisation plan for Tahto, a customer support and network maintenance subsidiary fully owned by Oi, reported O Estado de Sao Paulo. The approval follows unanimous creditor class support on 29 September. Under the court order, Tahto will operate under judicial oversight for two years, fulfil its payment obligations, and provide tax compliance certificates within 90 days. The ruling also permits preparations for the future sale of the hiv

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 09:09

T2 leads 5G network roll-out in Russia - Roskomnadzor

Russian mobile operator T2, a subsidiary of the national operator Rostelecom, has deployed the most 5G base stations to date, with a total of 4,093 sites. That is 3,222 more than its closest competitor, according to a study from the federal telecommunications regulator Roskomnadzor. T2 accounts for nearly 70 percent of the 5G infrastructure deployed by the "big four" operators.

RWANDA 09:06

Airtel Rwanda to provide career training under MoU with National Cyber Security Authority

Airtel Rwanda and the National Cyber Security Authority (NCSA) have signed a memorandum of understanding under which the operator will host career guidance masterclasses in cybersecurity. It will provide practical industry insights, outline employer expectations and enable students to make informed academic and career choices in the cybersecurity sector. The partnership will also open internship and career pathways that expose CyberHub students to real-world corporate operations.

MARSHALL ISLANDS 09:04

USTDA supports mobile network upgrade on Marshall Islands

The US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) has signed an agreement with the Marshall Islands National Telecoms Authority (MINTA) to fund a feasibility study into upgrade the islands' mobile network into a next-generation 4G/5G network. The USTDA has previously supported a similar upgrade programme in Palau to deploy a nationwide 4G/5G network, with three US suppliers selected for this project.

ITALY 09:04

Italy's Asstel urges industrial policy to ease telecoms investment squeeze

Italy's telecommunications industry group Asstel has renewed its call for an industrial policy that recognises telecommunications as a strategic sector on the grounds that operators' margins are being almost entirely consumed by network investment. In 2025, including projects funded by operators and later reimbursed through public money, the gap between EBITDA and capital expenditure is expected to reach just EUR 200 million, according to Asstel's 2026 Telecommunications Supply Chain Report, presented in Ro

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