Swisscom overhauls Swiss management to mirror Italian business
SWITZERLAND 09:04

Swisscom overhauls Swiss management to mirror Italian business

Swisscom is overhauling its governance structure in its main market Switzerland to mirror the model in place for Vodafone Italia acquired in 2024. Like the Italian business, Swisscom has appointed a dedicated CEO, Dirk Wierzbitzki, and CFO, Rolf Stettler, for its Swiss operations, effective from 01 January 2027. Wierzbitzki has been with Swisscom since 2010 and leads the Residential Customers division since 2016 as a member of the Swisscom Switzerland Executive Committee. He previously held various leadersh

Tigo and Personal secure 5G spectrum in Paraguay tender
PARAGUAY 09:04

Tigo and Personal secure 5G spectrum in Paraguay tender

Paraguayan operators Tigo (Millicom) and Personal (Telecom Argentina) have been awarded licences in the second tender for 5G-compatible spectrum run by the country's communications regulator Conatel. The watchdog said Tigo and Personal were the only bidders in the auction for spectrum in the 2.3 GHz and 3.5 GHz frequency bands. Rivals Claro and Nubicom previously secured 5G spectrum in last year's 3.5 GHz band tender.

CAT allows GBP 5 bln Google search advertising claim to proceed
UNITED KINGDOM 09:00

CAT allows GBP 5 bln Google search advertising claim to proceed

The UK's Competition and Appeal Tribunal (CAT) has approved a GBP 5 billion collective search advertising action claim against Google, allowing the case to proceed on an opt-out basis. The court rejected Google's argument that the case should be certified on an opt-in basis. The claim is being brought by Or Brook Class Representative, set up by competition law specialist Dr Or Brook.

Liquid Intelligent Technologies meets with Communications Authority of Kenya
KENYA 08:55

Liquid Intelligent Technologies meets with Communications Authority of Kenya

Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) director general David Mugonyi hosted a delegation from Liquid Intelligent Technologies Kenya, led by CEO Neeraj Pradhan, to discuss strategic opportunities for cross-sector collaboration aimed at accelerating the growth of the nation's communications industry. The high-level meeting focused on driving innovation and expanding digital infrastructure across Kenya. 

China's cyber agency to begin scrutiny of Palo Alto Networks products
CHINA 08:54

China's cyber agency to begin scrutiny of Palo Alto Networks products

China's internet content and cybersecurity regulator has launched an investigation into network security products marketed by US vendor Palo Alto Networks. Xinhua News cites a statement issued by the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) confirming the probe on 06 August.  CAC's review will aim to prevent dangers that could impact the stable operation of critical IT infrastructure, while averting broader cybersecurity risks and enhancing national security. The administration says the review will be condu

ProSiebenSat.1 sees revenues fall but EBITDA improve in Q2
GERMANY 08:52

ProSiebenSat.1 sees revenues fall but EBITDA improve in Q2

German private broadcaster ProSiebenSat.1 said revenues decreased while EBITDA improved in the second quarter of the current fiscal year. Revenues fell by 2 percent year-on-year in Q2 to EUR 768 million, on an organic basis, adjusted for currency and portfolio effects. The company  underlined that the decline is in line with expectations, given the challenging market and economic environment. Both revenues generated through the entertainment segment and advertising revenues declined in the first half of thi

IIJ revenue growth acclerates to 27% in Q1 on demand for SI services
JAPAN 08:50

IIJ revenue growth acclerates to 27% in Q1 on demand for SI services

Internet Initiative Japan (IIJ) reported revenue of JPY 97.6 billion for its fiscal first quarter to June, up 27.1 percent from a year earlier thanks to a boost from a large project in Singapore. Operating profit rose 9.2 percent to JPY 6.6 billion, and net profit increased 16.4 percent to JPY 4.4 billion. 

Commsworld reports revenue of GBP 36.9 million for 2025
UNITED KINGDOM 08:45

Commsworld reports revenue of GBP 36.9 million for 2025

Commsworld, Edinburgh-based telecoms services provider, has reported revenue of GBP 36.9 million for 2025, in line with 2024, with an increase in higher-value recurring revenues. Pre-tax profit fell to GBP 3.6 million, from GBP 4.7 million a year earlier; with EBITDA down to GBP 6.2 million, from GBP 7 million. The results are in line with expectations. Commsworld CEO Steve Langmead said the results show that the company is in "very good health", with recurring revenue growth and strong cash generation. 

Very Mobile activates sub-EUR 5 'winback' plan with 250GB
ITALY 08:35

Very Mobile activates sub-EUR 5 'winback' plan with 250GB

Very Mobile, the low-cost brand of Italian operator WindTre, has relaunched a 'winback' offer with 250GB of data for under EUR 5 a month targeted at former customers, reports Mondo Mobile Web, citing SMS sent to users. The rate, dubbed Very 4.99 250 Giga Winback, comes with unlimited minutes and texts to all national landline and mobile numbers as well as the 250GB data bundle at fastest possible 5G speeds for EUR 4.99 a month.

Charter raises USD 4.75 bln in debt offering for Cox takeover
UNITED STATES 08:35

Charter raises USD 4.75 bln in debt offering for Cox takeover

Charter Communications has raised USD 4.75 billion in a debt issue to help fund its planned takeover of Cox Communications. The issue includes USD 1.75 billion of 6.05 percent notes due 2032, USD 1.0 billion of 6.60 percent notes due 2034, USD 1.0 billion in 6.95 percent notes due 2036 and USD 1.0 billion of 7.85 percent of notes due 2056. The offering of senior secured notes is expected to close 18 August.

Hurricane Electric launches third PoP in Philippines at STT Makati data centre
PHILIPPINES 08:34

Hurricane Electric launches third PoP in Philippines at STT Makati data centre

Hurricane Electric has deployed a new point of presence (PoP) at the STT Makati data centre, marking its third location in the Philippines. The site is designed to provide regional organizations with direct connections to Hurricane Electric's IPv4 and IPv6 routing infrastructure.

Ooredoo Maldives appoints new board members and company secretary
MALDIVES 08:26

Ooredoo Maldives appoints new board members and company secretary

Ooredoo Maldives has restructured its leadership board with the appointment of a new chairman, two non-executive directors, and a company secretary, effective 1 August. In the changes, Ahmad Abdulaziz A A Al-Naema, Ooredoo group's regional CEO for North Africa and Asia, takes on the role of chairman and independent, non-executive director. Former Ooredoo Maldives CEO Khalid Hassan M A Al-Hamadi joins the board as a non-independent, non-executive director, alongside Ooredoo group chief procurement officer Sa

MOZAMBIQUE 08:25

Mozambique university opens solar-powered data centre

Mozambique's Eduardo Mondlane University (UEM) has inaugurated a solar-powered data centre designed to boost system interoperability, research capabilities, and administrative connectivity across the university, AIM reported. The newly built facility replaces legacy infrastructure with a purpose-built environment featuring primary solar power integration, precision climate control, environmental monitoring, and enhanced security systems.

JAPAN 08:23

Secondhand smartphone demand increases in Japan after Apple raises iPhone prices

Resellers in Japan are reporting increased demand for second-hand smartphones after Apple raised prices for iPhones, the Japan Times reports. Nicosuma, an online marketplace for used smartphones, said it saw a rush of sales in the hours after Apple's announcement on 18 July, with orders more than doubling compared to the same period the previous day and a week earlier. The weak yen is expected to drive further demand for refurbished phones in the face of rising prices for new devices. 

SPAIN 08:20

Amazon Leo inks official distribution deal with Spain's Ibsat

Spanish satellite connectivity provider Ibsat, a subsidiary of Bluetel Wireless, has signed an agreement to serve as an authorised distributor of Amazon Leo services throughout Spain and Portugal. Under the deal, Ibsat will act as an official reseller of Amazon Leo's satellite internet to the more than 80 local ISPs and agents that are part of its ecosystem in the Iberian peninsula.

JAPAN 08:14

Mubadala considers JPY 1 trillion investment in new Akita AI data centre - report

The United Arab Emirates is considering investing as much as JPY 1 trillion (USD 6.3 billion) to build an AI data centre in Japan, a person familiar with the matter told Bloomberg. Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund Mubadala Investment would lead the funding of a 500-MW project in Akita Prefecture, which may include other foreign and domestic investors, the report said. Once completed, it could become the largest data centre in Japan.

BRAZIL 08:05

Samsung expands foldable smartphone lineup in Brazil

Samsung launched its latest generation of foldable smartphones in Brazil, featuring AI capabilities across three models: the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, and Galaxy Z Flip8. The recommended retail prices vary by storage variant and sales channel, ranging from BRL 9,199 for the Galaxy Z Flip8 256 GB + 12 GB model to BRL 19,399 for the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra 1 TB + 16 GB RAM smartphone.

SAUDI ARABIA 08:04

Solutions by STC secures SAR 364 mln Center3 contract for new Dammam data centre

Solutions by STC has won a SAR 364 million contract with Digital Data Centers Company (Center3) to construct the DDC307 data centre in Dammam. The turnkey agreement spans full project delivery and is set for completion within eighteen months. 

GLOBAL 07:56

Adtran brings custom AI agents to Mosaic One suite

Adtran's broadband orchestration and management suite Mosaic One is getting a new feature for building custom AI workloads including AI agents. Mosaic One Fabric is marketed as an expansion of the core Mosaic One SaaS interface. Adtran said it allows broadband carriers to move beyond pre-defined agents and vendor-controlled ecosystems, instead choosing the data inputs, tokens and models that best suit their vision for AI implementation, including an enriched vantage point to monitor token cost structures.

SPAIN 07:55

Avatel adds second and third-tier football games to TV offer

Spanish rural telecommunications provider Avatel has become the latest operator to reach a deal with the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) to air games from the country's second and third-tier leagues, now known as LaLiga Hypermotion and Primera Federación. Starting 14 August (LaLiga Hypermotion) and 28 August (Primera Federación) customers will be able to watch games from the two competitions by signing up to a EUR 5.99 a month dedicated package.

UKRAINE 07:45

Kyivstar offers half-price servers until year-end

Ukrainian operator Kyivstar has introduced to business customers a promotion of its dedicated server service, offering the service at half price for a year. The promotion is valid when activating the service before year-end. Configurations of servers available under the promotion include the HP7000, BL460c Gen10 with Intel Xeon Gold 6138 v4 CPU @ 2.00GHz, 80 vCPU256Gb, RAM 2400MHz, 1.5TB Storage.

NETHERLANDS 07:40

Ziggo launches on Delta Fiber network from 20 August

Ziggo has confirmed its expansion to the Delta Fiber network from 20 August, giving the cable operator near national coverage for the first time. Customers on the Delta network can choose from four broadband subscriptions, ranging from 200 Mbps for EUR 41.95 per month to 2 Gbps for EUR 59.95. 

UNITED STATES 07:35

Roku reports record Q2 profits after 22% revenue growth, tariffs refund

Roku reported record profits for the second quarter, after stronger-than-expected growth in revenues from its smart TV platform and a refund of US trade tariffs. Revenues rose 22 percent year-on-year to USD 1.35 billion, including 25 percent growth in advertising and 26 percent growth in subscriptions income. Adjusted EBITDA more than tripled, to USD 254 million from USD 78 million a year ago, and free cash flow nearly doubled, to USD 704 million from USD 392 million. The net profit rose to USD 164 million

SPAIN 07:31

Digi Spain introduces scam call detection feature

Digi Spain has followed rivals including Movistar, O2, Orange and Simyo by announcing the introduction of a new service designed to protect them from telephone spam calls. The free feature adds an extra layer in the identification and notification of nuisance or fraudulent calls by flashing up the message "Possible spam" when the operator's network identifies a call that has been reported as spam.

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Background

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The week in telecom: Telcos resist economic slowdown in Q2 while big tech gears up for more AI investment

26 JUL 23:19

The week in telecom: Samsung works on foldable challenge, US telcos try FMC

19 JUL 23:41

The week in telecom: OnePlus exits tough smartphone market and Apple takes on OpenAI

12 JUL 23:30

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