STC Kuwait supports Kuwait Digital Academy AI programme
KUWAIT 12:15

STC Kuwait supports Kuwait Digital Academy AI programme

STC Kuwait is working with the Kuwait Digital Academy (KDA) under its corporate social responsibility (CSR) framework. The collaboration will deliver training to strengthen technical capabilities and prepare people the digital economy. It targets digital inclusion for every segment of society, including school pupils, university students, public and private-sector professionals, senior citizens and disabled people.

Etisalat UAE starts AI marketing hub to simplify digital advertising for SMBs
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 12:09

Etisalat UAE starts AI marketing hub to simplify digital advertising for SMBs

Etisalat UAE has launched AI Marketing Hub, a self-service platform that uses artificial intelligence agents to help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) create digital advertising campaigns from a single dashboard. It has been developed in conjunction with AI advertising technology firm Pixis and unifies marketing strategy, creative production, campaign orchestration and performance optimisation. The hub builds tailored media plans, generates AI-driven image and video assets, and deploys campaigns on c

MTN Uganda says Furaha School Fees Loan helps keep 100,000 children in education
UGANDA 11:51

MTN Uganda says Furaha School Fees Loan helps keep 100,000 children in education

MTN Uganda says more than 100,000 Ugandan children have benefited from Furaha's School Fees Loan. The credit scheme aims to bridge short-term cash flow gaps, allowing parents to spread repayments over time. The service is powered by a partnership between Furaha, a fintech incubated by SC Ventures, and MTN MoMo. Furaha provides the underlying lending technology and credit expertise, while MTN MoMo delivers the financing via its mobile money platform, disbursing funds directly to schools.

IFC commits financing to Yamna AI data centre in Oman
OMAN 11:47

IFC commits financing to Yamna AI data centre in Oman

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has signed an advisory services agreement with international energy and infrastructure developer Yamna to support the development of its proposed USD 1.3 billion Salalah Al Khadra Digital project in Oman's Dhofar Governorate, the Daily Observer reported. IFC will advise Yamna on strengthening the project's sustainability credentials and financing readiness. This includes preparing the facility for Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) "green" buildi

Vodacom South Africa deploys 5G New Radio Carrier Aggregation commercially
SOUTH AFRICA 11:31

Vodacom South Africa deploys 5G New Radio Carrier Aggregation commercially

Vodacom South Africa has announced the commercial deployment of New Radio (NR) Carrier Aggregation across its 5G network to improve performance and efficiency. It said the capability is now live, making it the first operator in the market to commercially provide this technology at scale. By combining several 5G spectrum bands into a single, wider data pipe, NR Carrier Aggregation expands the volume of traffic the network can process simultaneously.

Ericsson sets up Vietnamese R&D operation with up to 500 engineering staff
VIETNAM 11:23

Ericsson sets up Vietnamese R&D operation with up to 500 engineering staff

Ericsson said it has launched a software-led R&D capability in Vietnam in collaboration with local partners. The Vietnamese operation brings together 500 software and technology engineers tasked with contributing to Ericsson's RAN, network core and cloud-native project pipelines.

Turk Telekom repurchases USD 25 million of its 2029 Eurobond
TURKEY 11:22

Turk Telekom repurchases USD 25 million of its 2029 Eurobond

Turk Telekom has repurchased USD 25 million in nominal value of its Eurobond maturing in 2029 on 12 November 2026. Turk Telekom reports it has paid USD 100.975 per USD 100 of nominal value, with the total transaction amount reaching USD 26.15 million, including accrued interest.

Telekom offers free AI training for Greek SMEs
GREECE 11:15

Telekom offers free AI training for Greek SMEs

Telekom has introduced a free online training programme to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Greece understand and apply AI in their business operations. The initiative, dubbed 'Telekom Grow Your Business – AI Edition', provides training on AI tools and their use across business functions. It is open to SMEs, self-employed professionals and employees, regardless of whether they are Telekom customers.

Nigerian senate starts four-week probe of poor telecom service and airtime deductions
NIGERIA 11:10

Nigerian senate starts four-week probe of poor telecom service and airtime deductions

The Nigerian Senate has ordered a four-week investigation into telecom operators MTN, Airtel, Glo and T2 over persistent network failures and alleged airtime deductions on failed or dropped calls, CommunicationsWeek reported. The upper chamber has also directed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and operators to account for widespread consumer complaints and assess financial losses to subscribers.

LTA expands consumer protection services to Bong county
LIBERIA 11:03

LTA expands consumer protection services to Bong county

The Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) has opened a Consumer Support Center in Gbarnga, Bong County. Patrick Honnah, LTA commissioner for consumer affairs, public affairs and universal access, called the centre a major step in expanding regulatory oversight. He said the centre will enhance inspections and compliance monitoring om Bong, Lofa and Nimba counties. After its recent establishment of a similar facility in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County, the LTA plans to extend its consumer centre roll-out to

Poste Italiane announces EUR 600 mln data centre fund
ITALY 11:00

Poste Italiane announces EUR 600 mln data centre fund

Poste Italiane is launching a EUR 600 million co-investment fund to finance data centre projects, revealed the state-backed group in its third-quarter results presentation. The vehicle, managed by the group's asset-management arm BancoPosta Fondi (BPF) and already approved by the Bank of Italy, will seek debt and equity from institutional investors. Poste said the move is part of its expansion into digital infrastructure following its takeover of Telecom Italia (TIM).

ZTE, China Mobile bring efficiencies to Chinese eye hospital with 5G-A enabled wheelchairs
CHINA 10:57

ZTE, China Mobile bring efficiencies to Chinese eye hospital with 5G-A enabled wheelchairs

ZTE and China Telecom have implemented a patient escort platform that uses smart wheelchairs and 5G-Advanced connectivity to transport outpatients, process appointments, and arrange follow-up care. The smart wheelchairs have been available since earlier this year at an eye hospital college at Wenzhou Medical University in Hangzhou. The project is also supported by the Shenzhen Research Institute of Big Data.

BRAZIL 10:43

Brazil's Vivo rolls out veterinary subscription service

Brazilian telecoms operator Vivo has partnered with Petlove to launch Vale Saude Pet, an annual veterinary subscription service for dogs and cats with no age restrictions. Priced at BRL 14.90 per month and billed directly to the user's Vivo mobile plan, the service provides access to over 8,000 accredited clinics across Brazil. Extending the operator's existing Vale Saude Sempre health brand into the country's massive pet market, the package includes three in-person veterinary appointments per year, up to 1

BRAZIL 10:40

Brazil's Astella to invest BRL 1 billion in AI-ready data centres

Brazil's ABL Group has launched Astella, a new digital infrastructure business arm, committing BRL 1 billion over the next decade to build a nationwide network of data centres. The company's debut project is a BRL 50 million facility in Curitiba, featuring an initial capacity of 3.5 MW (expandable to 5 MW) housed across an 8,800-m2, 16-floor building. Designed for high-density AI training loads under a colocation model, the site utilizes a hybrid liquid cooling system and connects to Megaport's global infra

BRAZIL 10:34

Abinee and GS1 Brasil partner to combat irregular device trade

The Brazilian Electrical and Electronics Industry Association (Abinee) and GS1 Brasil signed a Technical Cooperation Agreement to enhance security, traceability, and governance within e-commerce channels. By combining Abinee's industry oversight with GS1 Brasil's global identification and traceability standards, the partnership aims to develop innovative solutions that ensure product compliance for mobile phones and other electronic devices. Ultimately, the initiative seeks to protect consumers, promote fai

GLOBAL 10:32

Infobip integrates Hiya to boost trust in outbound business calls

Cloud communications platform Infobip has integrated Hiya's Caller Reputation and Number Registration tools into its voice services to prevent legitimate business calls from being mistakenly flagged as spam or blocked. Available immediately via Infobip's platform and API, the integration enables businesses to vet and register their outbound numbers so telecom operators can verify their identity. Alongside Infobip's existing branded calling features, the partnership provides organisations with real-time insi

UNITED KINGDOM 10:32

Liverpool City Region chosen for Big AI Project roll-out

The Liverpool City Region has been chosen for the UK's largest regional roll-out of 'The Big AI Project', part of The Oasis Big Education Institute. The Big AI Project has been designed by school leaders and teachers to help schools make informed decisions about the use of AI technology. The announcement was made at the third annual Liverpool City Region AI Summit. The programme promotes the responsible, ethical and safe use of AI in schools, and will provide free AI training to headteachers and education p

HUNGARY 10:30

4iG to take full ownership of space firm Remred

4iG Space and Defence (4iG S&D) has signed an agreement to acquire the remaining 55 percent stake in Hungarian space technology company Remred from Space Oddity for a nominal sum of HUF 5 million, raising 4iG Group's ownership to 100 percent. Alongside the buyout, 4iG is injecting HUF 7.2 billion in additional capital directly into Remred. The funds will support major international satellite initiatives, including the European Space Agency's MoonRAD lunar satellite consortium and Earth observation satellite

GHANA 10:30

Telecel Ghana launches SME e-wallet and e-commerce platform with JD

Telecel Ghana is bringing in a new e-commerce platform with JD of China and a network-agnostic electronic wallet aiming to onboard 20,000 local merchants by the end of 2026 and 2 million in 2027. Under the Telecel Cash umbrella, the two digital products are designed to boost financial inclusion for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The open access model allows non-Telecel subscribers to register and use the service freely.

MOZAMBIQUE 10:30

Vodacom Mozambique and Anditur partner to digitalise national tourism

Vodacom Mozambique and the National Agency for Tourism Development and Investment (Anditur) have signed a MoU in Vilankulo to accelerate the digital transformation and promotion of Mozambique's tourism sector. Through improved connectivity, technological innovation, and strategic collaboration, the partnership aims to make the industry more competitive and inclusive. Key goals include enhancing the visitor experience, boosting the global visibility of local destinations, and creating new business opportunit

SLOVENIA 10:29

Telekom Slovenije Group posts 16% net profit growth in 9 month

Telekom Slovenije Group met its business targets for the January-September 2026 period, driven by customer growth and increased IT sales. Sales revenues rose 4 percent year-on-year to EUR 566.7 million, while EBITDA grew 7 percent to EUR 205.7 million, for a 36.3 percent margin. EBIT increased 9 percent to EUR 69.4 million, and net profit jumped 16 percent to EUR 55.4 million.

FRANCE 10:20

French DTT platform to lose last pay-TV channel

The French DTT platform is expected to see the withdrawal of its last remaining pay-TV channel as early as next year. DTT reception for Paris Premiere has no future, according to the channel's owner, M6 group, although distribution will continue on the broadcaster's M6+ streaming service and via partners including Canal Plus. David Larramendy, president of M6, told the French press that the process will begin with the submission of a formal request to the country's media watchdog, Arcom.

ITALY 10:19

Digi Italia RGUs up 4% to 596K

Romania's Digi Communications Group announced in its third quarter 2026 release that its Italian subsidiary ended September with a total of 596,000 revenue generating units, up 6.6 percent compared to the year-earlier result of 574,000. Revenues at the unit came to EUR 9.1 million in the quarter, up 5.5 percent from a year earlier, while ARPU was stable at EUR 4.9.

UNITED STATES 10:18

Uniti demos industry-first single-fibre 800G service

Uniti Wholesale has completed a successful trial of the industry's first 800 Gigabit Ethernet (800GE) service delivered with a single fibre pair demarcation to the customers. The trial with Nokia demonstrated an easier and more efficient way for customers to access high-capacity network connectivity. 

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