Telenor says half of Norwegians fear sabotage could take down mobile network
NORWAY 18 MEI

Telenor says half of Norwegians fear sabotage could take down mobile network

Half of Norwegians are concerned that sabotage could put the mobile network out of action, according to a survey done by Infact for Telenor among 2,500 people in the first quarter of 2026. It says 43 percent of respondents would be worried if they lost access to mobile coverage and the internet for three hours or less. Younger people are more anxious about being offline, with 50 percent of those aged 18 to 29 saying lack of access to mobile coverage or the internet for three hours or less would make them fr

Finland to maintain printed nautical charts as back-up to avoid cybersecurity risks of digital navigation
FINLAND 18 MEI

Finland to maintain printed nautical charts as back-up to avoid cybersecurity risks of digital navigation

Finnish transport and communications agency Traficom said printed nautical charts will retain a significant role in navigation despite rapid digitisation, especially in terms of contingency preparations, supply security training and situational awareness. Cybersecurity risks associated with digital navigation and disruptions in GNSS systems highlight the need for independent back-up systems, it said.

Scion research highlights potential WAN cost efficiencies with emerging internet protocol
GLOBAL 18 MEI

Scion research highlights potential WAN cost efficiencies with emerging internet protocol

Swiss non-profit Scion Association has published new research underlining the cost-saving potential of its security-first internet architecture already deployed in the Swiss banking system. The Scion Internet Protocol is intended to boost security outcomes while maintaining interoperability with existing architectures such as IPv4, IPv6 and BGP (Border Gateway Protocol). Figures cited by the association estimate that investments to replace leased enterprise WAN connections with Scion-driven technology could

New Apple iOS feature restricts precision location data shared with operators
GLOBAL 18 MEI

New Apple iOS feature restricts precision location data shared with operators

Apple launched a new iPhone and iPad setting that obscures the exact location of devices connected to cellular networks. The "Limited precise location" feature is designed to apply limits on location data shared with cellular carriers, often collected in the process of tracking the user's connection to local cell towers. When activated, it configures the Apple device to withhold certain data from the network, for example only revealing the neighbourhood of its location rather than a specific street address.

Latin America tops global ransomware impact - Kaspersky
LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN 18 MEI

Latin America tops global ransomware impact - Kaspersky

Latin America was the region most affected by ransomware attacks worldwide in 2025, with 8.13 percent of organisations impacted, according to a report by cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. The figure surpasses other regions including Asia-Pacific at 7.89 percent, Africa at 7.62 percent, the Middle East at 7.27 percent, Russia and CIS at 5.91 percent and Europe at 3.82 percent.

BT Business agrees multi-year AI-Ops partnership with Accenture
UNITED KINGDOM 18 MEI

BT Business agrees multi-year AI-Ops partnership with Accenture

BT Business has signed a multi-year agreement with Accenture to deploy AI capabilities into BT operations, helping to strengthen its existing AI capabilities and enhance support for UK business and public sector customers. The partnership will allow BT to deliver enhanced AI-powered operations (AI-Ops) capabilities to UK customers, including the of AI agents to autonomously analyse and repair at machine speed.

BT restarts talks about sale of international business - report
GLOBAL 18 MEI

BT restarts talks about sale of international business - report

BT Group plans to restart talks with rival operators about a potential sale of its international business, previously known as BT Global, reports Sky News. The international division provides network, security and cloud services to corporate customers in markets including Canada, Brazil and Argentina. According to unnamed industry sources, BT and advisers at Lazard or Goldman Sachs will hold talks with companies such as Verizon, Orange and AT&T about a possible deal. BT declined to comment on the report.

Verizon joins Anthropic's Project Glasswing
GLOBAL 18 MEI

Verizon joins Anthropic's Project Glasswing

Verizon has become the latest major firm confirmed as participating in Anthropic's alliance focused on AI safety trials to offset cybersecurity risks. As a member, Verizon will have the opportunity to try out Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview language model, in order to glean security insights to help safeguard its network systems and other critical infrastructure.

Gamma in preliminary takeover talks with Giacom, Oakley, Epiris
UNITED KINGDOM 18 MEI

Gamma in preliminary takeover talks with Giacom, Oakley, Epiris

Gamma Communications confirmed that it is holding preliminary takeover talks with a consortium of communications and IT services provider Giacom and Oakley Capital, and separate talks with private equity company Epiris. In a statement, Gamma said the negotiations were at a preliminary stage, with no guarantee of an offer being made.

Lagos state government plans cybersecurity centre
NIGERIA 18 MEI

Lagos state government plans cybersecurity centre

The Lagos State Government has announced plans to establish a dedicated Cybersecurity Operations Centre (CSOC), ITWeb reported. It aims to protect the state's Smart City Project and digitised public services. Tunbosun Alake, Lagos commissioner for innovation, science and technology, said the centre would help secure the infrastructure supporting online payments, e-government services, cloud platforms and technology-driven business operations in the state. 

LG Uplus completes more than 2 million SIM updates and replacements
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 18 MEI

LG Uplus completes more than 2 million SIM updates and replacements

LG Uplus said cumulative SIM update and replacement cases linked to its International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI) system transition have exceeded two million. According to the operator, 750,461 SIM updates and 1,264,066 SIM replacements were completed between 13 April and 17 May, bringing the combined total to 2,014,527 cases. LG Uplus said the cumulative processing rate currently stands at 11.8 percent.

Acronis appoints Chief Revenue Officer to lead global sales operations
GLOBAL 15 MEI

Acronis appoints Chief Revenue Officer to lead global sales operations

Acronis, global cyber security, ha appointed Jim Tedesco as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) to lead its worldwide sales and go-to-market execution. In this role, he will also have responsibility for Professional Services and Solution Engineering. He has over 30 years of executive leadership in sales, operations and customer success positions; most recently as SVP and GM of Customer Success at a major back-up and replication software provider.

UNITED KINGDOM 15 MEI

UK organisations make AI adoption, data sovereignty a priority - BT

The majority (82%) of IT decision makers (ITDMs) in the UK say AI adoption will be a priority for their organisation over the next 10 years, according to new research from BT Wholesale. Data sovereignty is vital for 88 percent of ITDMs when choosing technology vendors, with 89 percent wanting technology partners to provide proactive security updates. Just under half (45%) of ITDMs report slow response times from technology partners, with 40 percent reporting problems integrating new technology with existing

EUROPE 15 MEI

Vodafone aims to make headway on federated European edge compute architecture

Vodafone has detailed progress in a pan-European operator consortium's bid to build a federated cross-border infrastructure for edge compute and connectivity services across multiple European countries. The European Edge Continuum project was introduced to the world in a live demo at the 2026 Barcelona Mobile World Congress in March.

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 15 MEI

UAE Cyber Security Council and CPX Holding establish UAE Cyber Factory

The UAE Cyber Security Council, in partnership with CPX Holding, has launched the UAE Cyber Factory to strengthen the country's digital security and cyber resilience. The factory will develop AI-powered cybersecurity systems and build locally driven products to protect critical infrastructure while reducing dependence on external cybersecurity ecosystems. It should also support start-up development and local cybersecurity intellectual property creation.

JAPAN 15 MEI

KDDI integrates spam call and message blocking into Ponta Pass iOS app

KDDI has added spam message and call blocking capabilities directly into the iOS version of its Ponta Pass subscription app as part of efforts to strengthen fraud prevention services. The feature uses a database provided by Tobila Systems to identify and warn users about nuisance calls and messages. Incoming calls from public institutions and businesses can also display caller identification information based on yellow pages data.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 15 MEI

SKT and South Korea's defence ministry partner on sovereign AI

SK Telecom (SKT) has signed an MoU with South Korea's Ministry of National Defense to develop and deploy defence-specific AI models based on the country's domestic AI foundation model initiative. The agreement marks the first application of South Korea's national AI foundation model programme in the defence sector, according to the company. SKT said the partnership will focus on developing and validating AI models for defence administration, using the operator's large language model development capabilities

NEW ZEALAND 15 MEI

New Zealand reviews submarine cable resilience in wake of exercise

New Zealand's Ministry of Transport has released a progress report to associate transport minister James Meager on efforts to strengthen the resilience and security of the country's critical underwater infrastructure (CUI), including submarine telecommunications cables and the Cook Strait power cable. The report outlines implementation of 10 no-cost, low-effort options directed by the minister following an earlier review. Eight of the ten initiatives are either complete or progressing on schedule, with two

GLOBAL 14 MEI

Equinix expands sovereignty enforcement layer with Fabric Geo Zones

Equinix has announced the global expansion of Equinix Fabric Geo Zones, a network-level, sovereignty enforcement layer that operates across interconnected clouds and providers. Fabric Geo Zones lets customers keep sensitive data within approved jurisdictions, cut regulatory and jurisdictional risk from unintended cross-border routing, accelerate deployments using Fabric Super Agent, and eliminate uncertainty during failover when outages reroute sensitive traffic. It is now available in preview on the Equini

UNITED KINGDOM 14 MEI

BT wins 5-year secure connectivity contract with BAE Systems

BT has won a 5-year contract from BAE Systems to deliver advanced connectivity and security services for its global network across 40 countries, including the UK. The contract has an option to extend for up an additional three years. The agreement will see BAE deploy new technologies as part of a digital transformation to boost operational efficiency, with staff able to work flexibly and access digital tolls in specialist environments.

MONTENEGRO 14 MEI

One Montenegro rolls out cybersecury service powerd by Whalebone Aura

One Montenegro has introduced SigurOne, a new cybersecurity service powered by Whalebone Aura, offering network-level protection to all its customers, including prepaid, postpaid and business users. Accessible via the Moj One self-care app, this service stands out by operating directly within the telecom network, unlike traditional antivirus products.

SWEDEN 14 MEI

Sweden plans changes to definition of significant cybersecurity incident

Swedish telecoms regulator PTS is inviting comments by 12 June on proposals concerning the definition of significant cybersecurity incidents, meaning those that must be reported. Under the Cybersecurity Act, operators must report significant incidents to the Civil Defence Agency (MCF). Previously, the telecoms law (LEK) and PTS regulated which incidents should be reported but this was brought under the Cybersecurity Act on 15 January this year.

UNITED KINGDOM 14 MEI

Rydal Group acquires HBT Communications

Rydal Group, UK provider of managed IT, security and communications services, has announced the acquisition of Coventry-based HBT Communications, provider of business telecoms and IT services. The existing HBT management and leadership team will stay in place, with the Coventry office continuing to operate as normal. All current services, contracts and pricing will be unaffected by the takeover.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 14 MEI

Korea reports sharp rise in voice spam despite decline in text spam

South Korea's Broadcasting, Media and Communications Commission (KCC) and the Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA) said voice spam volumes doubled in the second half of 2025, even as text spam and overall spam reports declined. The agencies said the average number of voice spam calls received per person each month rose to 4.26 from 2.13 in the first half of 2025. They linked the increase to expanded telemarketing activity following the repeal of the Mobile Device Distribution Improvement Act in July 2025

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