AT&T Business offers 30-Day Risk Free service nationwide
UNITED STATES 16:40

AT&T Business offers 30-Day Risk Free service nationwide

AT&T Business has expanded availability of its 30-Day Risk Free scheme to include AT&T Business Fiber and AT&T Business wireless service for smartphones. This allows businesses to test services and get a full refund if they cancel in the first month. The 30-Day Risk Free service is already offered to AT&T Internet Air customers. The offer is available to new and existing business customers nationwide with a new CRU voice line. 

US ChatGPT users want GenAI tools bundled with mobile, broadband - Bango
UNITED STATES 16:31

US ChatGPT users want GenAI tools bundled with mobile, broadband - Bango

New research from subscription bundling platform provider Bango shows that three quarters (74%) of US consumers paying for GenAI services want them to be bundled directly with their mobile phone plan. The survey of 1,400 US ChatGPT users also shows demand for AI-inclusive telco bundles reaching beyond mobile - with a further 71 percent of paid AI users wanting AI included with a home broadband or TV plan; and 77 percent wanting GenAI tools bundled with streaming services.

Spectrum invites applications for 2026 Digital Education grants
UNITED STATES 16:23

Spectrum invites applications for 2026 Digital Education grants

Charter Communications subsidiary Spectrum has announced plans to award Spectrum Digital Education Grants worth USD 1 billion in 2026. This will boost total investment in the programme to over USD 12 million since 2017. The programme partners with local non-profits to expand access to digital skills, devices and learning opportunities in their communities. Applications for eligible organisations in the Spectrum service area will be open from 02-27 February. The winners will be announced in May, with the gra

Ateme supports live, UHR immersive horse racing broadcast at Ascot
UNITED KINGDOM 16:16

Ateme supports live, UHR immersive horse racing broadcast at Ascot

Ascot Racecourse in England has conducted the first live ultra-high-resolution immersive broadcast of a horse racing event in the world. The showcase was supported by Ateme, RaceTech, Focal Point VR and Bluebell Opticom - helping with encoding, capture, connectivity and on-site deployment. The demonstration provided a live, immersive, real-time sports broadcasting experience for selected VIP guests on race day. 

Bouygues Telecom expands 5G Box portfolio with Extra Bbox offer, intros 5G Box router with Wi-Fi 7
FRANCE 16:04

Bouygues Telecom expands 5G Box portfolio with Extra Bbox offer, intros 5G Box router with Wi-Fi 7

French operator Bouygues Telecom announced the forthcoming launch of Extra Bbox in its 5G Box portfolio, priced at EUR 12.99/month with no minimum contract period. This new service targets fixed broadband households seeking a secondary back‑up connection over 4G/5G, which becomes instantly available when the primary connection fails. It includes a 100 GB data allowance and can also be purchased by customers whose primary connection is with a provider other than Bouygues.

Solid signs US distribution agreement with Tessco
UNITED STATES 16:02

Solid signs US distribution agreement with Tessco

Solid, global in-building cellular coverage specialist, has signed a US distribution agreement with Tessco to expand availability of the new Solid Bars product range. The partnership will boost Solid's channel presence and help resellers, integrators and enterprise customers access the scalable Bars platform for multi-carrier indoor coverage in small and medium buildings.

United Group refinances EUR 1.5 billion in bonds
EASTERN EUROPE 16:00

United Group refinances EUR 1.5 billion in bonds

Southeast Europe telecom and media company United Group has refinanced EUR 1.5 billion in bonds, saying it has significantly improved its financial health and flexibility as a result. The refinancing included the issuance of EUR 1.13 billion in new floating-rate notes due in 2033 and EUR 355 million in new PIYC PIK notes due in 2031. The company used these funds to pay off existing notes due in 2029 and 2031. This successful refinancing means the company will save approximately EUR 15 million in annual inte

MusicMagpie, Timpson launch UK-wide smartphone trade-in partnership
UNITED KINGDOM 15:56

MusicMagpie, Timpson launch UK-wide smartphone trade-in partnership

UK electricals retailer AO World has announced a partnership between recommerce division musicMagpie and UK service retailer Timpson to offer instant in-store smartphone trade-ins. The service has been rolled out across more than 1,300 Timpson UK stores, following a successful four-month trial. The partnership supports AO World's commitment to expanding its market share and awareness across new categories, especially mobile.

Tele Columbus names new CEO to focus on fibre expansion
GERMANY 15:48

Tele Columbus names new CEO to focus on fibre expansion

German operator Tele Columbus appointed Christoph Luethe as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chairman of the Board of Management, effective 01 April. Luethe joins Tele Columbus from Vitronet, where he is managing director since 2021. He succeeds Markus Oswald, who left the company at the end of last year. Tele Columbus said it will continue to focus on expanding fibre-optic network infrastructure, strengthen its core business, and further developing innovative products and services for residential

Realme to launch P4 Power 5G in India on 29 January
INDIA 15:29

Realme to launch P4 Power 5G in India on 29 January

Realme will begin Indian sales of its P4 Power 5G smartphone on 29 January. Available in three colour options - Orange, Silver, and Blue - the phone contains a 10,001 mAh battery claimed to deliver up to 32.5 hours of video streaming on a single charge, with support for fast wired charging and reverse charging up to 27 watts. The display uses Realme's 144 Hz HyperGlow 4D Curve+ technology, which is capable of 1.5K resolutions.

EU proposes 3-year deadline to remove high-risk suppliers from mobile networks
EUROPE 15:28

EU proposes 3-year deadline to remove high-risk suppliers from mobile networks

The European Commission has proposed an update of the EU's Cybersecurity Act from 2019. The draft legislation includes tighter controls in the ICT sector to forbid the use of equipment from suppliers deemed to pose a high security risk. If the new rules are approved, mobile operators would have three years to remove the risky suppliers from their networks, and additional deadlines would follow for fixed and satellite operators. 

Toob included in 2026 Sunday Times 100 Tech list
UNITED KINGDOM 15:08

Toob included in 2026 Sunday Times 100 Tech list

UK fibre broadband provider Toob has been ranked in The Sunday Times 100 Tech, a list of the fastest-growing private technology companies in the UK, for the second year in a row. It has come 9th place overall in the 2026 hardware listing. CEO and founder Nick Parbutt said the achievement reflected Toob's rapid growth, hard-working team and strong customer base. The company has over 100,000 customers across England and Scotland.

UNITED KINGDOM 14:45

3 UK looks to boost workplace wellbeing with 'Tea Leave' initiative

More than one third (35%) of UK workers rarely leave their office during the working day; with almost half (49%) saying they only leave their desks for a toilet break, according to new research from 3 UK. To mark Brew Monday on 19 January, and to encourage workers to take a break, 3 UK is calling on businesses to support the 'Tea Leave' initiative. Brew Monday is an annual campaign from charity partner Samaritans to help Brits take wellbeing breaks and chat to people over a cup of tea. 

IRELAND 14:27

CK Hutchison in talks to sell 3 Ireland to Liberty Global - report

Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison is in talks to sell mobile operator 3 Ireland to Liberty Global, reports the Financial Times. Liberty Global already operates an MVNO in Ireland called Virgin Mobile, and also has a broadband network through Virgin Media Ireland. CK Hutchison has been looking to offload its telecoms operations in Europe in the face of tough trading conditions. New Street Research estimates that 3 Ireland could be valued at up to EUR 1.5 billion. 

PAKISTAN 14:07

Pakistan adds nearly 4 million mobile subscribers in December

Pakistan's mobile subscriber base jumped by more than 3.97 million users in December 2025. Pakistan had 200.55 million mobile subscribers at end-December 2025, versus 196.19 million users in November, according to a report from Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA). Total teledensity, which includes cellular as well as FLL and WLL services, rose to 81.33 in December from 79.94 in the previous month.

LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN 14:07

IFX opens Tier IV data centre in Cali

Latin American telecom services provider IFX has officially opened a Tier IV data centre in Cali, Colombia, aimed at businesses that require high availability, low latency and continuous operation for critical workloads. Located in a free trade zone, the site targets regional demand for hosting applications such as real-time IoT, streaming, gaming, blockchain and cloud-based corporate services with direct connectivity to national carriers and two submarine cable routes.

QATAR 14:03

Ooredoo unit Syntys acquires Q Data facilities in Qatar

Ooredoo Group has announced that its digital infrastructure arm Syntys has acquired Q Data QFZ, which operates hyperscale data centre facilities in Qatar serving cloud and AI customers, with 5 MW live capacity and 7.5 MW under development. The transaction transfers ownership of two Tier III certified, carrier neutral facilities within the Qatar Free Zones and brings Syntys' total live IT capacity in the country to 26 MW. The seller is Doha Venture Capital, a subsidiary of Qatar Free Zones Authority.

UNITED KINGDOM 13:58

CityFibre expands business broadband availability nationwide

CityFibre has announced the availability of business broadband services across its nationwide FTTP network footprint of 4.5 million premises. The wholesale business products offer symmetrical speeds of up to 2.5 Gbps, allowing CityFibre's reseller partners to support the connectivity needs of small business, home workers and small or home office (SoHo) customers. 

POLAND 13:58

Orange Poland opens online shop for refurbished phones with Dipli

Orange Poland, in cooperation with the company Dipli, has opened its new online shop Orange Powered by Twice. The new shop sells refurbished smartphones from Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi and other vendors, all with a 24-month warranty. Dipli provides the technological and operational infrastructure for the Twice platform. It operates a pan-European platform for circular technology, supporting the buyback and resale of refurbished devices.

KAZAKHSTAN 13:58

Beeline Kazakhstan expands pay-TV lineup

Beeline Kazakhstan, a subsidiary of the Veon Group, has expanded its pay-TV lineup with the channel History 2 HD, as well as Kazakhstan regional channel Aqtobe. The new channels are available to customers using its IPTV and BeeTV services.

CHINA 13:55

Redmagic prepares international launch of 11 Air e-sports handset

Redmagic, a Nubia-owned Chinese brand specialised in gaming smartphones, has marked the commercial release of its latest Air series handset built for high-performance e-sports. The RedMagic 11 Air is said to raise the bar for mobile e-sports, combining cutting-edge performance with advanced cooling technology, immersive display graphics, and precision gaming controls. It goes on sale in China starting from 20 January, with details of international distribution to be confirmed on 29 January. A 12 GB+ 256 GB

SLOVAKIA 13:54

O2 Slovakia outsources internal communication, employer branding to separate agency

O2 Slovakia has outsourced internal communication and employer branding to a separate agency. The agency Elite / Monday Lovers won the tender for the services after cooperating already with the O2 brand for a long time. The advertising agency is active for more than 15 years, with branches in Bratislava and Prague.

BELARUS 13:52

MTS to triple capacity of cross-border link with Belarus

Russian operator MTS said that it plans to raise the capacity of its cross-border link to Belarus at the city of Velikiye-Luki. The capacity will increase from 800 Gbps to over 2 Tbps. The operator first deployed the link in autumn 2025, based on DWDM 400G equipment. The increase in the capacity will make internet traffic transit more reliable. 

ASIA 13:51

Gilat receives USD 11 mln SkyEdge platform order from Asian satellite operator

Gilat Satellite Networks announced that its Commercial Division received a contract for approximately USD 11 million for its SkyEdge platform from a satellite operator in the Asia Pacific region. The platform will be deployed to deliver services over Very High Throughput Satellites (VHTS) supporting multiple applications. Deliveries are expected over the next twelve months. 

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