Yettel Hungary achieves 67.5% population coverage with 5G
HUNGARY 11:25

Yettel Hungary achieves 67.5% population coverage with 5G

Yettel Hungary has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, showcasing significant progress across network growth, cybersecurity, and environmental initiatives. The operator expanded its 5G network coverage to 67.5 percent of the Hungarian population, an 18 percentage point increase in one year, and collected 3.5 tons of e-waste in 2025, bringing its cumulative total to nearly 14 tons toward a 20-ton goal by 2028. Additionally, Yettel became one of the first Hungarian companies to pass the NIS2 cybersecurit

Bouygues switches off thousands more 4G cell sites on 2.1 GHz band in 5G boost
FRANCE 11:24

Bouygues switches off thousands more 4G cell sites on 2.1 GHz band in 5G boost

French operator Bouygues Telecom switched off nearly 5,900 of its 4G cell sites on 2.1 GHz band frequencies during October. This represents the second consecutive month of bulk deactivations on this band, according to spectrum agency ANFR. In a statement to Frandroid, the operator confirmed that its 2.1 GHz spectrum resources, previously shared between 4G and 5G, are being progressively transitioned to serve exclusively 5G customers, as part of the ongoing 5G SA network roadmap. Bouygues' 4G coverage in mai

Syn narrows FY guidance ranges as Q3 figures show results of recent years' changes
ICELAND 11:19

Syn narrows FY guidance ranges as Q3 figures show results of recent years' changes

Icelandic operator Syn has narrowed its earnings and investment outlook for the 2026 financial year as it published its third quarter results. CEO Herdis Droefn Fjeldsted said the Q3 figures show that changes implemented in recent years are yielding results. Syn anticipates more opportunities to optimise infrastructure use and lower fixed costs in the coming years.

Bluetooth SIG adopts HDT spec and pencils in premium audio rollout for 2027
GLOBAL 10:45

Bluetooth SIG adopts HDT spec and pencils in premium audio rollout for 2027

Bluetooth's Special Interest Group (SIG) has formally adopted the latest iteration of its specification that brings the upper bit rate in supported devices to 7.5 Mbps.  The full release of Bluetooth's new High Data Throughput (HDT) and its initial application are planned in 2027. The inaugural flagship release will focus on better audio bitrates in HDT for premium listening experiences, including more reliable lossless and HD audio, multi-channel surround sound, and spatially-enhanced Bluetooth streams. Th

FTTH roll-out nears completion in Netherlands but still much to play for with wholesale
NETHERLANDS 10:42

FTTH roll-out nears completion in Netherlands but still much to play for with wholesale

The year is nearing an end, the year in which Open Dutch Fiber and Delta Fiber completed their main fibre roll-outs. KPN extended the completion date for its fibre roll-out to 2030 due to the rise in costs, while increasing its coverage target to 85 percent from 80 percent of the Netherlands. Ziggo is sticking to hybrid-fibre cable for the most part. We see little progress at the main operators, with most new projects focused on new-build areas. A new phase will start next year of seeking out partnerships,

Lenovo installs AI factory at Anahuac University's Queretaro campus
MEXICO 10:38

Lenovo installs AI factory at Anahuac University's Queretaro campus

Lenovo and Anáhuac University have installed an AI factory at the private university's Queretaro campus, in an agreement announced at the Nvidia AI Day Mexico business forum. The laboratory, equipped with 18 Blackwell GPUs from , will enable students to work with AI models relevant to their fields of study and to connect innovation, knowledge and university centres across Mexico.

Telkom South Africa offers Fibre to the Room to eliminate home Wi-Fi dead zones
SOUTH AFRICA 10:29

Telkom South Africa offers Fibre to the Room to eliminate home Wi-Fi dead zones

Telkom South Africa has introduced Fibre to the Room (FTTR) as a value-added service for qualifying fibre customers to eliminate indoor Wi-Fi dead zones. By using fibre-linked Wi-Fi access points, FTTR builds an all-optical home network. It suits multi-storey homes, larger properties with thick walls, busy home offices, and high-demand activities such as 4K streaming and online gaming. It has been developed alongside Huawei and showcased by Openserve over the past few years.

Wavenet Wholesale expands partnership with 8x8
UNITED KINGDOM 10:28

Wavenet Wholesale expands partnership with 8x8

UK managed services provider Wavenet is expanding a partnership with 8x8. This will allow managed service providers (MSPs) to provide a fully managed communications solutions using their own brand through the Wavenet Managed Voice Programme. The partnership combines Wavenet Wholesale channel support with 8x8's unified business phone, video, chat and contact centre platform. 

Globe Telecom expands 5G network across Nueva Ecija province
PHILIPPINES 10:23

Globe Telecom expands 5G network across Nueva Ecija province

Philippines operator Globe Telecom reports it is expanding its network across Nueva Ecija, bringing upgraded mobile services and 5G availability to more communities. Globe has upgraded its network in San Isidro, Cabanatuan, Cabiao, Gapan City, Guimba, San Jose City, San Leonardo, Santa Rosa, Science City of Muñoz, Talavera, General Tinio, Laur, Llanera, Santo Domingo, Aliaga, Bongabon, Cuyapo, Gabaldon, General Mamerto Natividad, Jaen, Lupao, Palayan City, Pantabangan, Peñaranda, Rizal, San Antonio, and Zar

Orange Botswana and Huawei partner to serve businesses
BOTSWANA 10:19

Orange Botswana and Huawei partner to serve businesses

Huawei and Orange Botswana have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to deepen their longstanding partnership. A central pillar is Orange Botswana's Tier III-certified data centre for hosting critical systems to meet demand for cloud computing, data-intensive applications and AI technologies. They will combine Orange Botswana's nationwide connectivity footprint with Huawei's global ICT, cloud and AI expertise to serve businesses and institutions.

Airtel Nigeria expands 5G network by over 1,000 new sites in 2026
NIGERIA 10:15

Airtel Nigeria expands 5G network by over 1,000 new sites in 2026

Airtel Nigeria has added more than 1,000 5G network sites in 2026 to meet growing demand for high-speed connectivity and improve overall service quality, CommunicationsWeek reported. Airtel Nigeria CEO Dinesh Balsingh said the recent additions push its total network footprint past 17,000 sites after the deployment of over 1,050 sites in the previous financial year. He said the infrastructure investments aim to extend connectivity and enhance service for customers who rely on mobile networks for business, ed

Maxis profit jumps 8.5% in Q3 as fibre and enterprise services power revenue growth
MALAYSIA 10:12

Maxis profit jumps 8.5% in Q3 as fibre and enterprise services power revenue growth

Malaysian operator Maxis posted profit after tax of MYR 447 million for the third quarter of 2026, which represents an increase of 8.5 percent year-on-year. Service revenue rose 1.1 percent to MYR 2.27 billion, while EBITDA expanded by 3.6 percent to MYR 1.14 billion. Maxis ended September with operating free cash flow of MYR 884 million.

UGANDA 10:10

Market by MoMo Uganda launches 'Ekigya Si Muntuuu Blue Friday' shopping deals on app

Market by MoMo Uganda has launched its 'Ekigya Si Muntuuu Blue Friday' campaign, offering discounts on technology, home appliances, household essentials and personal care in November. The campaign runs on its MTN MoMo App and aims to offer a convenient, accessible shopping service as households prepare for end-of-year celebrations.

UNITED KINGDOM 10:09

ITVX has record 3.6 billion streams in 10 months of 2026

UK broadcaster ITV has reached 3.6 billion streams on ITVX in the first ten months of 2026, beating the full-year streaming record registered in 2025. The figures were boosted by a record 358 million streams in October, up 33 percent year-on-year. This is the best October on record for ITVX, and the highest year-on-year streaming increase in 2026 outside of World Cup months. 

SPAIN 10:03

Spain launches 4K UHD on DTT and new La Septima channel

Spain has begun the first phase of its transition from DVB-T to DVB-T2 digital terrestrial television (DTT), introducing 4K UHD broadcasts and a new national FTA channel, La Septima. The changes, approved last year under the National Technical Plan, are designed to modernise the country's DTT infrastructure and make more efficient use of radio spectrum.

UNITED KINGDOM 10:01

Vodafone UK launches new ad campaign for TV service

Vodafone UK is launching a new advertising campaign for the Vodafone TV service, featuring brand ambassador Roman Kemp. The 'Welcome to Smarter TV' campaign is the first campaign for Vodafone TV in the UK, launching on 04 November across TV, radio, social, cinema, display, OOH, BVOD and YouTube, with tailored versions for HBO Max and Netflix. The Vodafone TV service launched in October, offering access to over 150 streamed live channels, apps such as Netflix and HBO Max, music and over 300 games from GBP 17

GERMANY 10:00

Aldi Talk introduces Flex postpaid plans with Apple, Samsung smartphones

German MVNO Aldi Talk is offering postpaid plans for the first time. Subscribers can combine its new Flex plans with selected smartphones from Samsung and Apple as well. The range includes the Aldi Talk Flex 75 at EUR 39.99 per month and Aldi Flex 150 for EUR 44.99 per month, with respectively 75 and 150 GB and unlimited calls and texts. These monthly prices include both the cost of the mobile plan and smartphone purchase instalments for either the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Enterprise Edition or the Apple iPhon

ARMENIA 09:57

Ucom and national employers union sign cooperation memorandum

Armenian operator Ucom and the national Union of Employers of Armenia (RUEA) signed a memorandum of cooperation, joining efforts to strengthen the link between education and the labor market, develop professional skills, and enhance employers' competitiveness. One of the key areas of cooperation is the development of work-based learning. The parties plan to support students in acquiring practical skills, expand internship opportunities, and strengthen cooperation between employers and educational institutio

SRI LANKA 09:53

Edotco extends mobile network coverage to Sri Lanka's Delft Island

Telecoms infrastructure provider Edotco Sri Lanka has extended its mobile network coverage to Delft Island, a remote island off the Jaffna Peninsula in northern Sri Lanka, through the deployment of its Multi-Purpose Lamp Pole infrastructure solution. Located in the Palk Strait, Delft Island, also known as Neduntheevu, has a population of 4,000 - 5,000 people and has historically faced challenges in accessing reliable telecommunications services.

NIGERIA 09:53

Google Pay arrives in Nigeria

​The Google Wallet app and Google Pay services are now available in Nigeria. After linking a payment card in the Google Wallet app, people can make contactless payments in stores and online using their Android devices.

GLOBAL 09:53

Silicom wraps up cybersecurity design win with existing client

Silicom said it has secured a major contract with a cybersecurity client to bring next year's business on the account above USD 10 million. The client is a long-standing customer that has now confirmed it intends to use Silicom's edge devices in multiple scenarios operationally.

SLOVAKIA 09:50

Slovak Telekom revenues increase, EBITDA lower in 9 months

Revenues at Slovak Telekom rose to EUR 662.7 million in the first nine months of 2026, an increase of EUR 16.8 million year-on-year. EBITDA AL amounted to EUR 298.2 million, down by EUR 3.3 million in the same period, according to figures reported by Zive.sk. By the end of September, the operator had a total of 2.370 million mobile customers, up by approximately 56,000 year-on-year. The active mobile subscriber base grew by 52,000, reaching 2.244 million.

EUROPE 09:50

European Commission picks Capgemini-led consortium for AI Safety contract

Capgemini has announced a new contract awarded by the European Commission's AI Office to support the monitoring of cyber threat risks related to AI models. The IT services and consulting group responded to a call for tenders focused on technical assistance for AI safety, leading a consortium comprising Wavestone and French public institution LNE (Laboratoire National de Metrologie et d'Essais). The consortium was selected for one of the six lots, dedicated to cyber offence risk modelling and evaluation, whi

GERMANY 09:43

Freenet to use some proceeds from Ceconomy share sale to fund Waipu.tv takeover

German operator Freenet said it will use part of the proceeds from its sale of shares in Ceconomy to fund the acquisition of streaming provider Waipu.tv. Freenet is cashing in EUR 150 million from the sale of Ceconomy shares. Part of the proceeds will be used to pay EUR 76 million to take over the remaining 25 stake in Exaring, which operates Waipu.tv, from minority shareholders. The remaining proceeds will be used for a share buyback program in 2026/2027 fiscal year.

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