JAXA confirms successful H3-30 launch and satellite deployments
JAPAN 06:19

JAXA confirms successful H3-30 launch and satellite deployments

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has successfully launched the sixth flight of its H3 launch vehicle, using the H3-30 configuration for the first time. The rocket lifted off from the Tanegashima Space Center on 12 June and reached its planned orbit, according to JAXA. The second stage was injected into its predetermined orbit and that the separation of the Petrel and Stars-X satellites was confirmed approximately 16 minutes after launch. Based on post-orbit data from the second stage, the agenc

NTT Data Group appoints Kazuhiko Nakayama as president and chief executive
GLOBAL 06:18

NTT Data Group appoints Kazuhiko Nakayama as president and chief executive

NTT Data Group has appointed Kazuhiko Nakayama as its new president and chief executive officer, following approval by the company's board of directors. Nakayama succeeds Yutaka Sasaki, who will become senior executive vice president of NTT Inc. from 18 June. Prior to his appointment, Nakayama served as chief financial officer of NTT Data Group, a role he assumed in 2023. He joined NTT in 1989 and has held positions across NTT Docomo, NTT East, NTT Communications and NTT Group's finance organisation.

Paramount wins DOJ approval for Warner takeover
UNITED STATES 06:16

Paramount wins DOJ approval for Warner takeover

Paramount Skydance's planned takeover of Warner Bros Discovery has received antitrust clearance in the US. The Department of Justice said its eight-month investigation found the merger of the two companies would not harm competition, in the SVOD, linear TV or film production businesses.

IMDA and Microsoft sign AI safety and security partnership
SINGAPORE 06:15

IMDA and Microsoft sign AI safety and security partnership

Singapore's Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and Microsoft have signed an MOU to expand collaboration on AI safety and security, with a focus on research, information sharing and policy development for advanced AI systems. The agreement establishes cooperation across three areas. The first covers joint technical and research work on AI safety and security, including research into agentic AI and the development of evaluation methods, tools and benchmarks for AI models. The collaboration will also

NH Institute and SynaXG partner on private 5G and edge AI deployments
JAPAN 06:13

NH Institute and SynaXG partner on private 5G and edge AI deployments

Japanese startup NH Institute has announced a partnership with Singapore-based AI-RAN company SynaXG to deploy integrated private 5G and edge AI infrastructure using the SynaSpark Rover platform. The collaboration was announced at Computex 2026 in Taiwan and will focus on deploying the platform across locations including shopping centres, stadiums and office buildings. NH Institute said the system combines private 5G networking with distributed AI computing, enabling connected devices such as robots and dro

LG Uplus launches AI-powered voice messaging campaign
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:11

LG Uplus launches AI-powered voice messaging campaign

LG Uplus has launched a voice-based customer engagement service that uses interactive voice response (IVR) technology and AI to connect users through recorded messages of encouragement. The service, called "Simple Mailbox", allows users to leave or listen to anonymous voice messages via a dedicated telephone number. The operator said the initiative is designed to create new voice-based communications experiences by focusing on audio interactions rather than conventional text-based messaging.

Naver Cloud outlines sovereign AI strategy for defence applications
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:09

Naver Cloud outlines sovereign AI strategy for defence applications

Naver Cloud has outlined its approach to deploying AI in defence environments, highlighting multimodal AI, edge infrastructure and field-based engineering support as key components of its strategy. The company presented its plans during a defence AI transformation seminar held at the InLEX Korea Defence Industry Development Expo in Daejeon, attended by representatives from the defence, defence industry and ICT sectors.

Naturgy commissions solar projects under Telstra energy agreements
AUSTRALIA 06:06

Naturgy commissions solar projects under Telstra energy agreements

Spanish energy company Naturgy has brought two solar power projects in Australia into operation, with output from both facilities contracted to Telstra under long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs). The projects, developed through Naturgy's international generation subsidiary Global Power Generation (GPG), comprise the 260 MW Glenellen solar farm in New South Wales and the 96 MW Bundaberg solar plant in Queensland. Together they add 356 MW of installed solar capacity and increase Naturgy's operational ge

Korea ICT exports hit record high in May on semiconductor demand
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:05

Korea ICT exports hit record high in May on semiconductor demand

South Korea's information and communications technology (ICT) exports reached a record USD 47.79 billion in May, driven by strong semiconductor demand linked to AI infrastructure investment, according to data released by the ministry of science and ICT and the ministry of trade, industry and energy. ICT exports increased 128.9 percent year-on-year, while imports rose 36 percent to USD 15.7 billion. The resulting trade surplus reached a record USD 32.09 billion.

KT expands membership promotions for June during World Cup
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 06:03

KT expands membership promotions for June during World Cup

Korea Telecom (KT) has expanded its June membership programme, introducing a range of retail, dining, entertainment and shopping offers tied to the World Cup season. The operator said the second phase of its June customer rewards programme will run from 16 to 30 June and is designed to support activities such as social gatherings and match viewing, with a focus on food and convenience-related offers.

Base raises fixed internet, TV prices from 22 June
BELGIUM 05:46

Base raises fixed internet, TV prices from 22 June

Base announced it is updating its fixed internet and television packages from 22 June. The Belgian provider is increasing data allowances and adding channels, while raising prices for most subscriptions. Mobile plans remain unchanged.

CelcomDigi upgrades network infrastructure to manage World Cup 2026 traffic surge
MALAYSIA 05:34

CelcomDigi upgrades network infrastructure to manage World Cup 2026 traffic surge

Malaysian telecoms operator CelcomDigi reports it has deployed network preparation measures across Malaysia to manage the expected surge in mobile data traffic during the FIFA World Cup 2026. CelcomDigi expects this network load to be driven primarily by HD live streaming, social media activity, and real-time content sharing across mobile and smart devices.

ROMANIA 05:17

Vodafone Romania launches app-based Easy eSIM for roaming in 90 countries

Vodafone Romania has launched a new Easy product designed specifically for customers who plan to travel abroad. The new mobile data eSIM provides connectivity in over 90 countries. The offer allows users to remain connected during travel by selecting a package optimized for their destination and vacation duration. Activation is entirely digital and completed through the Vodafone Easy application, available to both existing Vodafone subscribers and non-customers.

ROMANIA 04:37

Liberty Global returns to Romanian market, launches CloudXEdge digital infra company

Liberty Global has re-entered the Romanian market with the launch of CloudXEdge, a digital infrastructure company delivering integrated public, private, and hybrid cloud services for local enterprises and public institutions. Liberty Global exited the Romanian market in 2019 when it sold UPC Romania to Vodafone. Led by Mihnea Rădulescu, the former head of UPC Romania who now serves as CEO of CloudXEdge and VP of Digital Infrastructure for Liberty Global CEE, the new venture is built by a team of Romanian IT

CHINA 04:03

Tencent upgrades cloud product portfolio for AI agent deployment

Tencent Cloud has also upgraded its cloud product portfolio to support the large-scale deployment of AI agents in real business scenarios. The full-stack capabilities span models, inference services, agent infrastructure and ecosystem connectivity. Tencent says its latest Hy3 Preview model has been optimized for agent task execution and cost performance, and is already being integrated across products such as CodeBuddy, WorkBuddy and Yuanbao. In WorkBuddy, Hy3 Preview improved first-response speed by 54 per

TAIWAN 02:56

Line ecosystem expands enterprise reach via Trransfer and Line Go B2B integration

B2B ground transportation platform Trransfer Technologies has signed a partnership deal with Line Go, a Taiwanese MaaS (Mobility as a Service) ecosystem platform. Line Go is an integrated mobility service built directly inside Asian messaging and OTT platform Line. This partnership follows a 1-month operational pilot started on 11 May, and aims to create a scalable outbound travel service for Taiwanese companies, multinational corporations and business travelers.

BANGLADESH 14 JUN

Banglalink to stream World Cup 2026 matches live on Toffee platform

Veon has announced that its Bangladeshi subsidiary Banglalink has secured the streaming rights for the World Cup 2026. Fans across Bangladesh will be able to watch all 104 matches live on Toffee, Banglalink's digital entertainment platform, on their phones, laptops and TVs.

GREECE 14 JUN

OTE confirms full transition from Cosmote to Telekom brand by autumn

OTE Group has officially confirmed that it will phase out the Cosmote commercial name and fully transition to the Telekom brand. Speaking at the company's Annual General Meeting on 10 June, chairman and CEO Kostas Nebis announced that this corporate transformation will be completed by autumn 2026. The move marks the final phase of a branding transition that began in April 2025, when the company temporarily adopted the dual identity Cosmote Telekom.

VIETNAM 14 JUN

VNPT, PVcomBank to develop integrated telecoms-financial ecosystem

Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT) and Vietnam Public Joint Stock Commercial Bank (PVcomBank) have signed a cooperation agreement spanning the 2026–2030 period. The partnership blends PVcomBank's financial capabilities with VNPT's digital infrastructure. This synergy is expected to establish a formal framework to integrate telecoms infrastructure with commercial banking operations to develop shared digital ecosystems.

NETHERLANDS 14 JUN

Brand Awareness - Video Services 2026Q2

This report shows the spontaneous and assisted brand awareness of video services in the Netherlands during May 2026. We also look at what is top of mind. Brand awareness is an important indicator of how successful existing and new brands are in their marketing. It is an essential first step in convincing consumers to take out a subscription. The following brands are included: Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV+, Discovery+, Disney+, ESPN, Film1, HBO Max, Netflix, NLZIET, NPO, Pathé Thuis, SkyShowtime, Viaplay, Videoland, YouTube, Ziggo Sport Totaal. 

PAKISTAN 13 JUN

Pakistan introduces USSD codes for mobile VAS subscription management

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has officially directed domestic mobile operators to implement dedicated USSD strings allowing users to instantly check, review, and deactivate value-added services (VAS). Under this new directive, Jazz, Telenor, Zong and Ufone subscribers can monitor and deactivate unwanted services independently by using specific USSD codes designated for each network.

PAKISTAN 13 JUN

Ignite, Mobilink Bank to open National Incubation Centre in Sialkot

Ignite, operating under Pakistan's Ministry of IT and Telecom (MoITT), has signed an agreement with the Mobilink Bank-led consortium which includes CyberVision International, to establish and operate the National Incubation Center (NIC) Sialkot. The partnership aims to create a dedicated platform for technology startups and new ventures in Sialkot, a Pakistani industrial and export hub.

BRAZIL 12 JUN

Over 21 mln Brazilians could watch FIFA World Cup with experimental TV 3.0 signal

Over 21 million Brazilians in Brasilia, Sao Paulo, and Rio de Janeiro will have the opportunity to experience the FIFA World Cup men's football tournament through an experimental TV 3.0 signal that marks a new era of digital television in Brazil. To access the full range of enhanced features, residents in these areas will need to purchase a converter.

UNITED KINGDOM 12 JUN

Kainos to create over 300 new jobs in N Ireland

Kainos, Belfast-based digital transformation and IT services group, plans to create 341 new jobs in Northern Ireland over the next three years. The new jobs will support an expansion of its AI capabilities in response to rising demand from customers. Most of the new roles will be located in Belfast, with 32 based at the company's Derry/Londonderry office. The the Northern Ireland government is supporting the expansion with GBP 1.5 million of funding through Invest NI. 

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