Half of Spanish internet users accessed AI chatbot in Q2 - study
SPAIN 09:53

Half of Spanish internet users accessed AI chatbot in Q2 - study

Half of Spanish internet users regularly used an artificial intelligence chatbot in the second quarter of 2026, according to the CNMC's Household Panel survey. ChatGPT was by far the most popular service, accessed by 41.3 percent of internet users, ahead of Gemini/Notebook LM at 17.2 percent and Copilot at 7.1 percent.

TIM Brasil powers Rio's 5G video surveillance infrastructure
BRAZIL 09:45

TIM Brasil powers Rio's 5G video surveillance infrastructure

TIM Brasil has partnered with concessionaire Smart Luz to connect approximately 12,000 public lighting cameras across Rio de Janeiro using its 5G network. TIM will strictly supply routers and connectivity, enabling AI-driven analysis to spot anomalies and monitor traffic patterns in real time. To prevent data security breaches, footage will bypass the public internet via a dedicated VPN. Additionally, the project uses network slicing to reserve a private, high-speed band on the 5G network, ensuring continuo

UKE starts work as Digital Services Coordinator
POLAND 09:44

UKE starts work as Digital Services Coordinator

Polish telecommunications regulator UKE has commenced work as the Digital Services Coordinator starting from 06 November. With the entry into force of national legislation implementing the EU's Digital Services Act (DSA), mechanisms for the supervision and enforcement of obligations arising from this regulation are now being activated. In the capacity of Digital Services Coordinator, the president of the UKE will be responsible for coordinating the application of the DSA in Poland, overseeing compliance wit

Kenya's Namelok Wireless launches community internet in village in Kajiado county
KENYA 09:42

Kenya's Namelok Wireless launches community internet in village in Kajiado county

Namelok Wireless has deployed a community network in the village of Ewuaso Kedong , expanding its footprint to eleven connected community centres in Kajiado West sub-county in Kenya. Done with the local support of Chief Sayo, the expansion provides internet access to a bustling centre along the floor of the Great Rift Valley escarpment that has long struggled with persistent connectivity and communication barriers. The network provides free high-speed internet to local public primary schools, healthcare cen

Netherlands government approves AI white paper
NETHERLANDS 09:41

Netherlands government approves AI white paper

The Dutch government has approved its AI vision, based on a proposal from the state secretary for digital economy and sovereignty. The government said the white paper supports a Dutch and European place in AI, with room for development and applications along with control over the consequences for people and society. The focus is on bringing the related knowledge, businesses and infrastructure to critical sectors such as care, energy, food production, security and high-tech industry. 

Sunrise introduces mobile plan tailoring via AI assistant 'Five' on 17 November
SWITZERLAND 09:28

Sunrise introduces mobile plan tailoring via AI assistant 'Five' on 17 November

Swiss operator Sunrise will introduce a mobile subscription with sign-up through a customer conversation with an AI assistant called Five on 17 November. Customers can chat with Five to specify their preferred details and based on this information, the assistant assembles a customised mobile plan.

Telekom Slovenije Group outlines financial growth targets for 2027
SLOVENIA 09:28

Telekom Slovenije Group outlines financial growth targets for 2027

Telekom Slovenije's supervisory board approved the Group's 2027 Annual Business Plan and financial projections through 2031. Focusing on network optimisation, ICT expansion, and cost efficiency, the company projects EUR 780.6 million in sales revenue, EUR 276.6 million in EBITDA, and EUR 68.1 million in net profit for 2027. That means growth from targets of respectively EUR 737 million, EUR 255.5 million and EUR 60 million this year.

Starlink Spain cuts prices to record low of under EUR 25/mth
SPAIN 09:26

Starlink Spain cuts prices to record low of under EUR 25/mth

Starlink has reduced the cost of its entry-level 100 Mbps plan to a record low of EUR 24.50 a month from a high of EUR 45 followed the introduction of a dynamic pricing model. The satellite internet division of SpaceX announced last month that it would raise and lower prices based on customer demand and network capacity.

Brazil's electrical and electronics industry declines 1.9% through September
BRAZIL 09:24

Brazil's electrical and electronics industry declines 1.9% through September

Data from IBGE and Abinee shows that Brazil's electrical and electronics sector shrank 1.9 percent from January to September 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, driven primarily by a 5.3 percent drop in the electronics sector. In September 2026 alone, overall industry production fell 1.2 percent month-over-month and 2.6 percent year-over-year. The sharpest single-month declines occurred in communication equipment (-20.8%), electronic components (-15.6%), and audio/video devices (-12.7%), whereas compu

Lightera prepares medical device presentation for Dusseldorf event
GLOBAL 09:20

Lightera prepares medical device presentation for Dusseldorf event

Lightera will give a presentation on medical device fibre technology at the trade event Compamed 2026. The Furukawa Electric subsidiary's medical market manager Charles Golub will lead the talk. Lightera's portfolio includes fibre-optic cables and assemblies for in vivo laboratory tests, such as optical coherence tomography and photoacoustic imaging, in addition to miniaturised fibres for patient diagnostics and treatments in cardiology, ophthalmology and gastroenterology.

Bressers named head of Dutch telecom agency from January
NETHERLANDS 09:19

Bressers named head of Dutch telecom agency from January

Mark Bressers is the new inspector-general at the Dutch digital infrastructure agency RDI. He starts 01 January 2027, replacing Angeline van Dijk, who left in July. Bressers comes from the emissions agency Nea, where he was worked since 2018 in leadership roles. He previously served at the economic affairs ministry, working on reducing the regulatory burden and the digital economy.

MultiChoice Uganda runs 'Expect More for Less' campaign to publicise DStv package overhaul
UGANDA 09:15

MultiChoice Uganda runs 'Expect More for Less' campaign to publicise DStv package overhaul

MultiChoice Uganda has begun a sales drive under the slogan 'Expect More for Less' campaign, promoting its lower-cost DStv packages. Customers can choose from among the new DStv tiers for diverse budgets and preferences, including DStv Starter for UGX 25,000, DStv Select for UGX 60,000 and DStv Ultimate for UGX 185,000. The company is running nationwide activations, dealer engagements, regional roadshows and consumer outreach programmes to publicise the updated line-up.

EUROPE 09:11

Pure DC agrees USD 1.9 bln in new credit for expansion in Europe, Mideast

Pure Data Centres Group (Pure DC) announced agreements for up to USD 1.88 billion in new financing to support its expansion in Europe and the Middle East. This includes a USD 780 million 'Platform Growth Facility' with a USD 1.1 billion accordion line. Citigroup Global Markets, First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and Infranity join ABN Amro, Allianz Global Investors, and SMBC in supporting the facility.

EGYPT 09:04

Egyptian investment body GAFI and Oracle partner on tech localisation and training for 150,000 people

Egypt's General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) has partnered with Oracle to train Egyptian entrepreneurs and authority staff in advanced cloud computing technologies, supporting Oracle's plan to upskill 150,000 Egyptians, the Daily News reported. The agreement was finalised at a meeting between GAFI CEO Mohamed Awad and senior Oracle executives, including Waleed Ahmed, country leader and VP of applications and Tamer Gamal, head of technology. Talks focused on expanding cloud computing, artif

ITALY 08:57

WindTre Q3 sales up 2% on higher postpay and energy sales

Italian operator WindTre, launched in 2017 following the merger of Wind and 3 Italia, reported revenues of EUR 946 million in the third quarter of 2026, up 2 percent year on year due mainly to customer growth in its postpay, FWA and energy resale sectors, offsetting reduced wholesale revenue following the termination of an MVNO arrangement. Figures provided by owner CK Hutchison also revealed that WindTre's total margin dipped 1 percent to EUR 723 million, with the operator's capex declining 23 percent year

EUROPE 08:55

CK Hutchison reports return to revenue growth at telecom business in Q3 after UK exit

CK Hutchison reported revenues from its telecom business of EUR 1.893 billion for the third quarter of 2026, up 5 percent from EUR 1.797 billion a year earlier after excluding the 3 UK business sold in July. The figures include the rest of the 3 Group in Europe as well as its Hong Kong operator HKT. The total margin for the period rose 1 percent, to EUR 1.364 billion from EUR 1.353 billion, as lower profits in Italy were offset by growth in other countries.

KENYA 08:51

Kenyan govt proposes upfront spectrum fees instead of payments over 10 years

Kenya is proposing to scrap a ten-year payment plan for radio frequency licences and require telecom operators to pay spectrum fees upfront, Business Daily reported. The proposal by the ministry of ICT would significantly increase the immediate financial burden on mobile network operators, the report says. It would force them to absorb heavy capital outlays upfront rather than distributing costs over several financial years.

BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA 08:43

M:tel BH rolls out FTTR service

Bosnia and Herzegovina operator M:tel has introduced the FTTR (Fibre to the Room) service, designed to eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones with in-building network systems. Available for its fibre-optic subscribers, this solution uses up to three additional devices, connected via optical cables or Wi-Fi, to deliver high-speed, reliable coverage to every floor and room. The equipment includes ongoing maintenance and costs BAM 10 per month per device, plus applicable setup fees.

MALAWI 08:40

Airtel Malawi spends MWK 81 bln on network expansion in past 10 months

Airtel Malawi said it has spent nearly MWK 81 billion in network expansion and technology upgrades over the past ten months. The investment includes deploying 275 new telecommunications towers over the past year, the upgrade of hundreds of existing network sites, rolling out 5G connectivity, and the extension of its national fibre network. In the last twelve months, Airtel has upgraded 563 data sites and 90 voice sites, expanded its 5G footprint to 123 towers, and extended its national fibre network to near

EUROPE 08:38

EU invests EUR 30 in hospital cybersecurity projects

The European Cybersecurity Competence Centre (ECCC) has launched seven projects worth around EUR 30 million to improve cybersecurity across Europe's hospitals and healthcare providers. Funded under the Digital Europe Programme, the initiatives will support the EU action plan on hospital and healthcare cybersecurity adopted in January 2025.

CHINA 08:38

China Telecom, ZTE launch 5G-A smart tour guide with Rokid AI glasses at Taizhou ancient city

China Telecom Zhejiang, ZTE and Rokid have launched a 5G-Advanced (5G-A) AI-powered smart tour guide service at the ancient city of Taizhou in Zhejiang province, China. The service combines a 5G-A private network with AI glasses to provide visitors with real-time commentary, navigation, itinerary planning and interactive information.

COTE D'IVOIRE 08:34

Cybastion launches Cisco regional cybersecurity centre in Abidjan

Cybastion has inaugurated the Cisco Cybersecurity Centre in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, to advance cyber defence capabilities in West and Central Africa. It features a Security Operations Centre (SOC) for digital threat monitoring and a Security Incident Response Team (SIRT) to investigate and neutralise cyber incidents. It also functions as a regional hub for specialist cybersecurity training and the safeguarding of critical national infrastructure.

HUNGARY 08:23

Magyar Telekom launches football stats app

Magyar Telekom partnered with Hungarian firm Cube Football Analytics to release Telekom Cube, a digital football analysis mobile app for Android and iOS. Designed for both casual fans and tactical enthusiasts, the app provides match data, heat maps, sprint metrics, player comparisons, and an integrated social platform for fan discussions. It covers over 3,000 matches, 200 teams, and 5,000 players starting from the 2025/26 season across top European leagues, Uefa competitions, the Hungarian NB I, and the nat

BRAZIL 08:22

Brazilian telecom regulator approves 2027-28 agenda

The board of directors of Brazil's Anatel has formally approved the agency's Regulatory Agenda for the 2027–2028 biennium, which includes plans for radio frequency spectrum auctions (notably in the 850 MHz and 6,425–7,125 MHz bands), updated network-sharing and roaming rules, and enhanced spectrum management. Additional focus areas include cybersecurity, AI integration, satellite and submarine cable governance, upgraded consumer accessibility and service-quality standards, and revised pole-sharing regulatio

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