Virgin Media O2 transfers remaining e-mail accounts to Junara
UNITED KINGDOM 12:45

Virgin Media O2 transfers remaining e-mail accounts to Junara

Virgin Media O2 has announced plans to transfer ongoing management of its e-mail service to specialist e-mail provider Junara, a subsidiary of Atmail. Virgin stopped offering new e-mail accounts to customers in 2022, but continued operating existing accounts. The agreement with Junara will allow customers to continue using their Virgin Media e-mail address. The change will affect anyone with a Virgin Media e-mail account - including ntlworld.com, virgin.net, blueyonder.co.uk and virginmedia.com addresses. 

Harmonic unveils intelligent SensAI fabric that ingests data from broadband ISP ecosystems
GLOBAL 12:44

Harmonic unveils intelligent SensAI fabric that ingests data from broadband ISP ecosystems

Harmonic said it is launching an intelligence fabric for broadband networks that ingests diverse data streams into a coherent information layer for executing AI optimisation. Dubbed SensAI, the software module forms part of cOS, Harmonic's flagship broadband orchestration and vCMTS suite. A handful of ISPs have been onboarded ahead of SensAI's general release, including Florida-based Hotwire Communications and Alaskan carrier GCI.

Zigbee 4.0 introduces Suzi sub-GHz class for long-range mesh IoT networks
GLOBAL 12:44

Zigbee 4.0 introduces Suzi sub-GHz class for long-range mesh IoT networks

The latest major iteration of the Zigbee IoT wireless mesh protocol now offers product certifications for a new sub-GHz classification targeted at extended range IoT links. While Zigbee has long supported sub-GHz IoT in select use cases, its promotional body, the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA-IoT), said last November it would introduce the Suzi brand to highlight the feature within version 4.0 of the wider specification. Suzi's inaugural certification targets interoperable IoT in sub-GHz frequencies

Swedish PTS proposes new fixed network cost calculation model
SWEDEN 12:35

Swedish PTS proposes new fixed network cost calculation model

Swedish telecoms regulator PTS is seeking comments by 07 October on a proposal for a new calculation model for the fixed network. It has also published an updated model reference document (MRD) and other documentation. The calculation model is intended to reckon cost-oriented access prices and provide a basis for assessing fair and reasonable access prices, primarily in the market for local access to fibre networks (market 1). 

FlareFlow platform available on Whale TV in South America
SOUTH AMERICA 12:33

FlareFlow platform available on Whale TV in South America

TV OS maker Whale TV announced that FlareFlow, a microdrama platform from COL Group, has launched on Whale TV-enabled televisions across South America. As a result, viewers across the region can now access FlareFlow's library of short-form dramas on the big screen for the first time.

Orange Poland extends multiyear contract with Viaccess-Orca
POLAND 12:30

Orange Poland extends multiyear contract with Viaccess-Orca

Viaccess-Orca (VO), a provider of TV platforms and content security solutions, announced that Orange Poland has renewed its contract with VO for the continued delivery and evolution of its TV services. The multiyear extension builds on a customer relationship dating back to 2013. Under the renewed contract, VO will continue to support Orange Poland's TV services with a broad range of technologies, including VO Secure Video Player, Multi-DRM, VO DRM, and VO's Service Delivery Platform (SDP).  As part of Oran

Devolo sets out growth plan funded by private placement
GERMANY 12:28

Devolo sets out growth plan funded by private placement

German communications device manufacturer Devolo has laid out a growth plan underpinned by the launch of hardware based on Wi-Fi 7 and Wi-Fi 8, intelligent software and targeted expansion of international sales. Devolo funds the growth plans by issuing a digital corporate bond via the regulated private investment platform Conda Capital Market. Supported by its large shareholders, the private debt placement is expected to run for three years with an interest rate of 10 percent. 

GVG Glasfaser replaces UGG with Wisotel on local fibre project
GERMANY 12:18

GVG Glasfaser replaces UGG with Wisotel on local fibre project

German fibre network operator GVG Glasfaser has signed a cooperation agreement with internet service provider Wisotel to supply high-speed connections to residents and businesses in the municipalities of Erdmannhausen and Marbach-Rielingshausen in the Ludwigsburg district in the state of Baden-Wuerttemberg. Wisotel plans to build a fibre-optic network in the municipalities if at least 35 percent of households and businesses opt for a fibre connection.

Tech Mahindra intros 'Zero Gravity' playbook to guide telecom AI projects
GLOBAL 12:11

Tech Mahindra intros 'Zero Gravity' playbook to guide telecom AI projects

Tech Mahindra has introduced a strategic framework intended to accelerate telecom's evolution towards AI-native, autonomous operations. Dubbed Zero Gravity Telco Architecture, this initiative aims to create a systematic approach to help service providers overcome barriers to implementation, including concerns around fragmented IT systems, inconsistent data sets, and inflated expenditure.

Elisa dominates Finnish telecoms in 2025 with 37% share of revenue
FINLAND 12:09

Elisa dominates Finnish telecoms in 2025 with 37% share of revenue

Elisa was Finland's largest telecommunications company in 2025 with a 37 percent share of turnover, according to regulator Traficom. Telia Finland's share was 28 percent and DNA's was 25 percent. Other telecom companies accounted for 10 percent of turnover in 2025.

Semtech intros 224G-capable optical transceiver components
GLOBAL 12:07

Semtech intros 224G-capable optical transceiver components

Semtech has commenced early sales of a new range of 224G-capable linear transimpedance amplifiers (TIAs) and drivers. The updated offering targets near and co-packaged optical (NPO/CPO) deployments which address power and density challenges in hyperscale and AI data infrastructure, as well as other state-of-the-art networking use cases. Three products will be available at launch: the GN1838L and GN42T380 are octal TIA chipsets, while the GN42M380 is a linear octal Mach-Zehnder Modulator driver optimised for

Accenture, Google Cloud set up new Gemini Enterprise group
GLOBAL 12:06

Accenture, Google Cloud set up new Gemini Enterprise group

Accenture and Google Cloud have extended their partnership with the launch of the new Accenture Gemini Enterprise Business Group. This brings together co-developed AI solutions and Gemini Enterprise-certified specialists, creating a 1,000 forward deployed engineer (FDE) workforce to help customers deploys agentic AI solutions. 

MEXICO 12:01

Roku debuts NFL Zone hub in Canada, Brazil and Mexico

Roku and the National Football League have announced the expansion of the NFL Zone hub to Canada, Brazil and Mexico. Previously available only in the US, the hub aggregates live and upcoming fixtures, NFL Fast Channel highlights, clips and other league content for the season.

BELGIUM 12:00

Telenet

This company profile analyses Telenet, a provider of mobile and fixed telecom services in Belgium. This report contains information on Telenet's current position and strategy, gives an overview of its infrastructure and product portfolio, and looks at the market in which Telenet operates and its competitors. Furthermore, the profile reports on its marketing activities, including its customer strategy. Lastly the profile contains Telecompaper's SWOT analysis of Telenet.

DENMARK 11:37

Danish ISP Hiper appoints CEO from Ooredoo Qatar

TDC Brands announced the appointment of Michael Hoerup as CEO of its Hiper broadband provider. He succeeds Lars Blach, who has led Hiper since March 2025 but is now seeking new opportunities outside the company. Hoerup joins Hiper from the position of senior director for consumer marketing at Ooredoo Qatar and has previously worked as VP at TDC with responsibility for broadband, landline and TV.

COLOMBIA 11:33

Erkic named CEO of Colombia's Masiv

Masiv, the Colombian CPaaS provider owned by Proximus Global's Route Mobile, has announced the appointment of Marko Erkic as its new chief executive. Erkic previously held chief revenue officer roles at Fora Solutions and Minka after spending a decade in senior regional positions at Infobip.

GLOBAL 11:22

Clavister wins SEK 47 mln five-year contract from existing enterprise customer

Cybersecurity company Clavister has announced an agreement with a long-standing global enterprise customer to keep delivering network security products and advanced technical services. The total value is approximately SEK 47 million of five years, making it Clavister's largest civilian contract yet, but the customer has the right to terminate the contract after the first three years.

CANADA 11:06

Rogers extends partnership with OEG Sports & Entertainment

Rogers Communications has announced a 10-year extension of its partnership with OEG Sports & Entertainment. This will keep Rogers Place as the home of the Edmonton Oilers professional ice hockey team until 2036. This comes as the Rogers Place in Edmonton marks its 10th anniversary. 

UNITED KINGDOM 10:53

Computacenter revenue up over 70% to GBP 6.85 billion in H1 2026

Computacenter, UK-based global technology and services provider, has reported revenue of GBP 6.85 billion for 1st-half 2026, up 71.6 percent from GBP 3.99 billion a year earlier. Technology Sourcing revenue was GBP 5.91 billion, up 85.9 percent from GBP 3.18 billion in 1st-half 2025; with Services revenue up 15.6 percent to GBP 935.1 million, from GBP 808.8 million. Gross invoiced income reached GBP 8.93 billion, up 57.6 percent from GBP 5.67 billion a year earlier.

DENMARK 10:43

Danish public broadcasters to have priority to bid for rights to air big sport events

Danish Minister of Culture Zenia Stampe is proposing that DR and TV2 should have priority in bidding for a list of major sporting event broadcasting rights, because their television channels are watched by at least 60 percent of Danes each month. The ministry said that since rights are negotiated on market terms, there is no guarantee that DR and TV 2 will submit bids, nor that they will end up obtaining the rights. The introduction of the new sports list is included in the media agreement for 2023-2026.

UNITED STATES 10:37

US mobile data traffic growth slows to 20% in 2025 - CTIA

Mobile data traffic growth slowed down to 20 percent in 2025 in the US, to a total of 159.3 trillion MB, according to the latest annual report from wireless industry group CTIA. That compares to annual growth of over 30 percent in the previous three years. Annual capital expenditure by the mobile industry was largely stable over the past three years, with spending of USD 30 billion in 2025.

FRANCE 10:11

Carrefour Mobile brand readies return in France

French retail group Carrefour has recently registered the Carrefour Mobile brand name in France, reports L'Informe. This is in preparation for a future launch of mobile tariffs marketed by Carrefour, eleven years after the retail group completed the closure of the Carrefour Mobile service in the French market, which was offered under licence with Orange. Plans for a relaunch are now reportedly underway with the same network partner. Orange would be entirely responsible for managing the service, while Carref

FINLAND 10:05

GlobalConnect upgrades digital infrastructure in Southwest Finland

GlobalConnect has announced an upgrade of its digital infrastructure in Southwest Finland (Finland Proper or Varsinais-Suomi). It will instal new cable with 288 fibres in existing ducts between Humalkari and Reso, tripling capacity along the route and boosting operational reliability. The work is expected to be completed this autumn. GlobalConnect Finland CEO Soile Hammargard said that using existing infrastructure lowers the project's environmental footprint and reduces disruption to traffic and residents.

PHILIPPINES 10:04

Globe provides 215 Samsung tablets with GPlan Biz service for Chinabank field teams

Globe Business has partnered with Chinabank Savings to provide 215 Samsung tablets equipped with GPlan Biz mobile connections to field teams across the bank's 257 nationwide branches. The offer is designed to enable bank personnel to process select financial services, including non-collateral loans under the Department of Education's Automatic Payroll Deduction System, directly at school sites for public school teachers who face difficulties visiting traditional bank locations during work hours.

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