TTK appoints new deputy CEO for information security
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 19:28

TTK appoints new deputy CEO for information security

Russian operator TTK said it has appointed Alexander Umansky as deputy CEO responsible for information security. At TTK, Umansky will be in charge of developing the company's information security strategy and implementing a unified information security policy, monitoring data security for its telecommunications networks and information systems, and building architecture for information security support and management systems. He is tasked with developing the company's information security product portfolio,

Vodafone Ukraine revenues rise 11% in H1
UKRAINE 19:25

Vodafone Ukraine revenues rise 11% in H1

Revenues at Vodafone Ukraine totaled UAH 14.95 billion in the first half of this year, up by 11 percent year-on-year. The main driver of growth remains the mobile business, with revenues from mobile services lifted by higher consumption of data services. Another contribution to growth was the development of its fixed business.

MTS to improve connection quality on trains
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 19:21

MTS to improve connection quality on trains

Russian operator MTS will improve mobile connection quality on long-distance trains by integrating telecom equipment into carriages together with the company FPC, Russia's national passenger rail carrier. They have launched a joint project to carry out the improvements.

Yandex launches MVNO Yandex SIM with range of AI functions
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 19:16

Yandex launches MVNO Yandex SIM with range of AI functions

Russian internet company Yandex has introduced its new service, Yandex SIM, calling it a next-generation MVNO with AI capabilities built into the calling service. It combines familiar operator functions with an AI assistant that helps analyse conversations, protect against fraud and eventually be able to tailor plans to a user's needs.

Polish telecom market has limited potential to expand user base - PMR
POLAND 19:10

Polish telecom market has limited potential to expand user base - PMR

The Polish telecommunications market has limited potential for further growth in its user base and will increasingly transition to a phase of maximising customer value, reports PAP Biznes, citing a report by PMR Market Experts by Hume's. According to the company, bundling remains one of the most important trends.

Enspirion deploys Tetra network for photovoltaic farm Polenergia Rajkowy
POLAND 19:05

Enspirion deploys Tetra network for photovoltaic farm Polenergia Rajkowy

Polish company Enspirion, a subsidiary of power company Energa, has deployed a Tetra network for the photovoltaic farm Polenergia Rajkowy in the Pomeriania region. As part of a project implemented for the company Polenergia, Enspirion delivered and launched a complete critical communications service at the Rajkowy Main Receiving Point (GPO), which serves the photovoltaic farm. The service is based on Tetra technology, including a radiotelephone operating within the dispatch communications network, the neces

Vodafone Czechia raises prices by 7% on average
CZECH REPUBLIC 18:53

Vodafone Czechia raises prices by 7% on average

Vodafone Czech Republic has announced that it plans to introduce price adjustments, reports Mobilmania.zive.cz. The operator is raising the price of mobile and fixed internet tariffs. The increases are not uniform in rate. The average hike should be 7 percent, according to the operator, but for some lower tier tariffs, it will be disproportionately high and reach up to 10 percent. Fixed internet will be up to 20 percent dearer

Slovak Telekom offers AI assistant to other operators' customers
SLOVAKIA 18:46

Slovak Telekom offers AI assistant to other operators' customers

Slovak Telekom has launched a communication campaign and a series of educational activities concerning artificial intelligence for schools and parents. One year after the launch of its 'Magenta AI' assistant, and following the introduction of its own devices with AI, namely the T Phone 3 Pro, T Phone 3 and T Tablet 2, the operator is offers the assistant to any customer free, including subscribers of other operators. The Magenta AI assistant was already available to Slovak Telekom's customers.

Giga+ Fibra allocates BRL 100 million to boost service quality
BRAZIL 18:36

Giga+ Fibra allocates BRL 100 million to boost service quality

Brazilian regional telecom provider Giga+ Fibra is funnelling BRL 100 million into its operations throughout 2026 to enhance customer service infrastructure and deepen market penetration across the state of Ceara, reported O Povo. Rather than launching operations in new cities, CEO Roger Sole noted that the firm's primary objective is capturing a larger share of existing markets. Giga+ currently holds a 14 percent average market share across its service areas, rising to 15 percent in Fortaleza. It currently

Hungarian telecom firms run target back-to-school promotions
HUNGARY 18:33

Hungarian telecom firms run target back-to-school promotions

As the school year approaches, mobile operators in Hungary are rolling out strategies to onboard younger users, reported HWSW. Yettel Hungary is promoting low-cost prepaid cards as an entry point for young users before transitioning them to lucrative monthly subscription plans. Yettel also supports digital readiness through its ProSuli and TudatosNet education initiatives.

Visabeira secures majority control of TV Cabo in Mozambique
MOZAMBIQUE 18:31

Visabeira secures majority control of TV Cabo in Mozambique

Mozambique's Competition Regulatory Authority (ARC) has approved Visabeira Mozambique's acquisition of a 30 percent stake in TV Cabo from state-owned operator Tmcel without any objection, reported MZ News. This transaction elevates Visabeira's existing 50 percent holding to an 80 percent controlling stake, while Tmcel divests its share in the telecommunications and multimedia provider. The ARC cleared the deal after concluding it will not significantly impede effective market competition for fixed electroni

United Group posts double-digit revenue growth in H1
EASTERN EUROPE 18:26

United Group posts double-digit revenue growth in H1

United Group has reported that revenue climbed 11 percent year-on-year in the first half of 2026 to EUR 1.45 billion, while adjusted EBITDAal advanced 12 percent to EUR 487.5 million, maintaining a steady 33.6 percent margin. Higher operational earnings paired with a 14 percent drop in capital expenditures to EUR 293.1 million more than doubled cash conversion to EUR 194.5 million.

PORTUGAL 18:22

Next-generation networks power 96% of Portugal's fixed-line connections in Q2

Next-generation networks including optical fibre, cable TV and fixed mobile systems accounted for 95.8 percent of all fixed-line telephone connections in the second quarter of 2026 in Portugal, marking a 1.2 percentage point increase year-over-year. Traditional analogue lines dropped sharply by 31.9 percent, shrinking to just 1.9 percent of the total market share, according to Anacom data.

BRAZIL 18:18

Alibaba Cloud expands into South America with first cloud region in Brazil

Alibaba Cloud has inaugurated its first South American cloud region in Brazil, backed by two new data centres designed to deliver low-latency, resilient local infrastructure. Following its Mexico launch in 2025, this expansion brings Alibaba's global availability network to 106 zones in 31 regions as part of a major USD 53 billion AI infrastructure commitment. Local enterprises, start-ups and public institutions gain full access to compute, storage, networking, database, big data and security services tailo

BRAZIL 18:14

TIM Brasil upgrades 1,200 sites in Brasilia and Salvador

TIM Brasil has upgraded approximately 1,200 mobile network sites across Brasilia and Salvador as part of its ongoing national infrastructure modernisation programme. The programme involves partner agreements with Nokia and Huawei and integrates advanced AI and automation to enhance network efficiency and capacity.

POLAND 18:10

Netia offers new double-play pack with Amazon Prime

Polish operator Netia is running a promotion for its double-play package with access to Amazon Prime, including Prime Video. The package comprises fixed broadband at up to 300 Mbps and the XS television service plan via the Netia Go application for PLN 35 monthly. The promotional price applies for up to 24 months, after which it will go up to PLN 65. 

BRAZIL 18:08

Brazilian govt denies Telebras interest in Oi infrastructure

The Brazilian Ministry of Communications has rejected ongoing speculation that state-owned enterprise Telebras intends to acquire infrastructure assets from telecom carrier Oi, whose bankruptcy was recently decreed, reported Broadcast. In a statement, the ministry clarified that rumours linking Telebras to Oi's assets are unfounded and have been repeatedly dismissed. Communications Minister Frederico Siqueira Filho previously emphasised in July that the government plans to stay out of Oi's contracts, advoca

PORTUGAL 18:06

Vodafone Portugal debuts Ultra Hub Wi-Fi 7 router

Vodafone Portugal has introduced the Ultra Hub Wi-Fi 7 next-generation home router designed to deliver faster, highly stable and efficient internet coverage. Compatible with a new Wi-Fi extender and managed via the Vodafone Home App, the system automatically optimises network performance and adapts to demanding household connectivity needs.

BANGLADESH 03:30

Bangladesh to open AI Hub in Dhaka with USD 13 million South Korean grant

The South Korean government, through the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), has announced it will provide a USD 13 million grant to establish an AI Hub in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Representatives from KOICA, the Economic Relations Division (ERD), and the ICT Division signed a Record of Discussion to launch the project, officially titled 'Fostering Innovative Technology Experts with a Focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Bangladesh'.

CAMBODIA 29 AUG

Metfone, Canadia Bank parter on digital infrastructure, cybersecurity services in Cambodia

Viettel's Cambodian subsidiary Metfone and Canadia Bank have expanded their cooperation into digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, green energy, and logistics. This new agreement builds on nearly 20 years of cooperation between the two companies. Over the years, Metfone has provided Canadia Bank with enterprise mobile services, fixed Internet, and other telecommunications services.

HONG KONG 29 AUG

Hong Kong loses nearly 1,300 fixed-line subscribers in May

Hong Kong lost 1,271 fixed-line subscribers in May, ending the month with 1.678 million users. The total includes 670,149 residential fixed-lines and 1.008 million business lines. The number of non-exchange lines (which includes IP telephone and fixed wireless services) also declined to 1.346 million in May from 1.351 million in April, according to figures from the Office of the Communications Authority (OFCA). The number of leased lines fell to 136,332 in May from 136,466 in April.

INDONESIA 29 AUG

SM+, Telin partner on data centre, global connectivity services

SM+ and Telekomunikasi Indonesia International (Telin) have signed a partnership deal at Bali Annual Telkom International Conference (BATIC) 2026. The partnership blends SM+'s data centre capabilities with Telin's international connectivity network to expand international market reach and deliver integrated data centre and connectivity services.

PHILIPPINES 29 AUG

Philippines govt, Microsoft to equip 1 million teachers with Copilot AI tools

The Philippines' Department of Education (DepEd) and Microsoft plan to provide one million public school teachers with access to Microsoft Copilot AI assistant. The partnership will focus on the use of AI in teaching and learning. Copilot will support lesson planning, personalised learning, administrative tasks and the analysis of student information.

PAKISTAN 29 AUG

Pakistan sets minimum 180-day validity for prepay mobile balances

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has introduced a minimum validity period of 180 days for prepay mobile balances and recharges across all mobile operator networks. The measure is effective 1 October 1.

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