MasOrange to provide network services to Spanish utility Audax
SPAIN 09:49

MasOrange to provide network services to Spanish utility Audax

Spanish energy company Audax has signed an agreement with MasOrange to provide mobile, fibre and landline services throughout the country, reports business daily Expansion, citing Audax CEO Óscar Santos. Under the MVNO deal, Audax intends to combine energy and telecommunications services in an integrated offering that will allow customers to save money and better manage their utilities, said the report.

UAE launches commercial network in upper 6 GHz band
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 09:46

UAE launches commercial network in upper 6 GHz band

The UAE announced the launch of a commercial wireless network in the upper 6 GHz band, claiming a world first in the presentation at the Samena Council Leaders Summit in Dubai. According to the Saif Bin Ghelaita, head of the UAE's Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority, the country firmly supports the development of the U6GHz range for the IMT industry and plans to build the world's first commercial network in the band in 2026. The TDRA also called on industry stakeholders, including

ESPN launches on Disney+ in 53 markets in Europe, Asia-Pacfic
GLOBAL 09:32

ESPN launches on Disney+ in 53 markets in Europe, Asia-Pacfic

Disney+ and ESPN have confirmed the launch of ESPN on Disney+ across 53 countries in Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. This means ESPN is now available to Disney+ customers in around 100 markets worldwide. This includes select Asia-Pacific markets such as Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, South Korea and Japan. Available content will vary by market depending on licensing rights.

Openreach deploys 'green' ONTs from Zyxel to reduce plastic waste
UNITED KINGDOM 09:26

Openreach deploys 'green' ONTs from Zyxel to reduce plastic waste

Openreach has partnered with Zyxel Communications to reduce plastic waste from its UK-wide full-fibre network roll-out. Openreach engineers have deployed 500,000 customised Zyxel Optical Network Terminals (ONTs), which have re-engineered casings made from 95 percent recycled plastic. Openreach expects to install more of these units during 2026 as more customers upgrade to full-fibre. The partnership supports Openreach's emissions and waste reduction strategy, including a pledge to remove 100 tonnes of plast

United Group boosts regional network with new Greek fibre cable
GREECE 09:19

United Group boosts regional network with new Greek fibre cable

Southeast European telecom and media company United Group announced it has finished building a new 600-km fibre-optic cable connecting Athens and Thessaloniki. This cable, constructed by subsidiary United Fiber, significantly strengthens the group's regional network, improving connectivity across eight Greek cities and linking Greece to United Group's broader network that extends through the Balkans to Western Europe. The new infrastructure also enhances connections to Turkey and the Middle East, complement

eSim still niche market in Poland - report
POLAND 09:16

eSim still niche market in Poland - report

There are around 4 million people using eSims in Poland, according to data collected by Rzeczpospolita. Orange Poland said that its eSim user base totals 1.4 million, including more than 1.3 million postpaid subscribers and around 100,000 prepaid customers, and T-Mobile Poland said that around 220,000 of its postpaid customers use eSims. The other two operators declined to provide figures, while MVNO Mobile Vikings Poland said that over 40 percent of new Sims issued in 2026 are expected to be eSims, up from

France's Arcep spells out plans for 3.41-3.49 GHz spectrum resources
FRANCE 09:14

France's Arcep spells out plans for 3.41-3.49 GHz spectrum resources

French telecom authority Arcep has outlined its plans for the future use of 3.41-3.49 GHz frequencies, after assessing the views gathered from stakeholders over the course of two consultations launched in mid-2024 and late 2025. The regulator reiterated its goal of authorising these spectrum resources for the operation of public mobile networks, but also concluded that the conditions are not yet met for assigning them to existing 3.5 GHz band licence holders. In the short term, therefore, the current author

Gamma confirms takeover talks with potential suitors
UNITED KINGDOM 09:14

Gamma confirms takeover talks with potential suitors

UK-based Gamma Communications has confirmed preliminary talks with several interested parties about a possible acquisition. In a regulatory announcement, Gamma said the talks were at an early stage, with no guarantee of an offer being made for the company. The statement was issued following a jump in the group's share price after media reports of potential takeover interest.

Swiss public broadcaster closes FY 2025 with CHF 2.9 million loss
SWITZERLAND 09:09

Swiss public broadcaster closes FY 2025 with CHF 2.9 million loss

The Swiss public broadcasting corporation SRG SSR has closed the fiscal year 2025 with a loss amounting to CHF 2.9 million. SRG SSR said it recorded operating revenue of CHF 1.56 billion. Revenue from the media levy decreased by CHF 33.4 million compared to the previous year, and advertising revenue was CHF 4.1 million lower in 2025. By contrast, program revenues went up by CHF 7.0 million, resulting in an overall increase in commercial revenues of CHF 3.1 million, as a result of higher revenues from rebroa

M:tel works with Parallel Wireless on AI-powered Open RAN
BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA 09:08

M:tel works with Parallel Wireless on AI-powered Open RAN

Parallel Wireless and M:tel Banja Luka are expanding their partnership to further develop AI-powered, energy-efficient Open RAN technology. Following a successful trial of 2G/4G Open RAN, M:tel is now focused on using AI RAN to boost network performance, deliver better throughput, and provide a more consistent customer experience through adaptive optimisation.

Motorola updates Moto G Stylus, Moto Pad for release in US, Canada
UNITED STATES 09:07

Motorola updates Moto G Stylus, Moto Pad for release in US, Canada

Motorola Mobility has announced an updated version of its stylus-enabled 5G smartphone handset, the Moto G Stylus. US and Canadian customers can purchase the phone from 16 April, with list prices in the US starting at USD 499.99. The device is available from a number of US carriers, starting with Google Fi Wireless on 17 April and then rolling out to Spectrum Mobile, AT&T, Xfinity Mobile, Cricket Wireless and Optimum Mobile.

Chile clears AWS data centre build
CHILE 09:06

Chile clears AWS data centre build

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has been given the green light to proceed with the installation of a new data centre in Huechuraba (Santiago province) after the Second Environmental Court of Chile dismissed appeals against its environmental qualification. The court ruled that there are no elements preventing the establishment of a single project encompassing the storage centre and the abandoned Huechuraba high-voltage line, paving the way for the construction of the USD 205 million site.

UNITED STATES 09:05

Segra launches new SkyVoice unified cloud communications platform

US fibre network operator Segra, a subsidiary of Cox Communications, has launched a new unified cloud communications platform for business customers called SkyVoice. This combines voice, contact centre and collaboration capabilities into a single platform, allowing workers to communicate and collaborate in the office and remotely through integrated desktop and mobile apps. 

UNITED STATES 09:00

Vero Fiber increases credit facility to USD 425 million to support network expansion

VFN Holdings (Vero Fiber), US fibre infrastructure provider, has increased an existing credit facility from USD 310 million to USD 425 million. The facility is expandable up to USD 585 million through an accordion feature, and will be used to further expands its FTTP and dark fibre networks. The funds will also be used to support the acquisition of Telephone Electronics (TEC). Vero Fiber's network is now operational in 334 markets across 25 US states.

GLOBAL 08:59

Synamedia brings in Senza Ignite cloud platform for TV delivery

Synamedia has announced the introduction of Senza Ignite, a cloud-based platform aimed at enterprise customers and video operators with large installed bases of televisions and set-top boxes (STBs). Senza Ignite transforms existing connected devices through a single firmware update. It lets customers deliver a cloud-rendered TV service that is centrally managed and continuously updated without requiring any hardware updates.

POLAND 08:57

Polkomtel reorganises marketing and sales management - report

Polish operator Polkomtel, trading under the Plus brand, has made several management changes in its marketing and B2C units, reports Wirtualnemedia citing a letter to employees. Marketing is now a standalone unit, lead by Karina Jakobiak-Kapusta, with Anna Paczuska as the deputy head. Jakobiak-Kapusta was previously the deputy director of marketing and communication at Polkomtel's parent company, the Polsat Plus Group. 

AFRICA 08:48

MTN opens applications for journalism fellowships

MTN Group has launched a grant programme to support digital journalism. The programme is designed to address the practical and strategic realities facing contemporary journalism, including digital transformation, media sustainability, ethics and law, innovation in newsroom practice, and the impact of platforms and emerging technologies on the information ecosystem. The selected candidates will undergo a training programme over six months to help build their skills and African standards in journalism.

COSTA RICA 08:44

Liberty Costa Rica slashes SMS spam with Enea firewall

Liberty Costa Rica has cut SMS spam by 99 percent within three weeks of deploying Enea's Adaptive Messaging Firewall, announced the partners in a joint statement. The operator, part of Liberty Latin America, reported a sharp drop in fraudulent messaging traffic, resulting in enhanced subscriber security and trust in its mobile network.

GERMANY 08:42

Deutsche GigaNetz picks InCoax to expand fibre in buildings

Deutsche GigaNetz has picked InCoax Networks to expand fibre services inside buildings in Germany. InCoax enables the expansion of broadband networks over existing in-building coaxial networks. The solution supports both fibre and fixed-line wireless access (FWA), providing flexibility in multi-dwelling environments, the operator said.

BRAZIL 08:39

Brazilian telecom investment up 5% in 2025

Brazil's telecom sector made total investments worth BRL 36.3 billion in 2025, a 5.2 percent nominal increase (0.2% real increase) from 2024. This growth, reported by industry group Conexis Brasil Digital, was primarily driven by the expansion of 5G infrastructure and fibre-optic broadband networks.

PORTUGAL 08:36

Portugal invests EUR 19 million in supercomputing resources

Portugal's government has approved an investment of EUR 19.3 million in supercomputing and AI projects. This funding is primarily allocated to two key initiatives. Of the total amount, EUR 12 million will be used to upgrade the MareNostrum 5 supercomputer in Barcelona, transforming it into a specialized AI platform. Portugal is a partner in this project alongside Spain, Turkey, and Romania. An additional EUR 3.6 million covers the AI Factory's operating costs for the next few years.

EGYPT 08:35

Egyptian Supply Ministry discusses modernisation plans with Microsoft

Egyptian Minister for Supply and Internal Trade Sherif Farouk has held talks with Microsoft officials concerning upgrades to the ministry's technological infrastructure and improving its subsidised service systems for citizens, Arab Finance reported. They discussed opportunities to deploy the latest digital services, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) and big data analytics, to support decision-making and improve the efficiency of Egypt's subsidy and food commodity systems. The talks also covered

POLAND 08:25

T-Mobile Poland offers discount on accessories under loyalty programme

T-Mobile Poland offers a promotion on mobile accessories to participants of its loyalty programme Magenta Moments. Until the end of December, a PLN 5 discount is offered when buying selected accessories, including power banks, chargers, USB-C cables and others. T-Mobile Poland said that the user base of Magenta Moments passed 2 million at the beginning of March.

SINGAPORE 08:24

StarHub independent non-executive director Guthrie retires

Singapore operator StarHub has announced that its independent non-executive director Michelle Lee Guthrie has retired, effective 30 April. Guthrie, who was appointed to the board in August 2017, will also step down from her role as chairman of StarHub's Organisation Development and Compensation Committee.

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