Nigeria and Meta launch AI Academy
NIGERIA 08:30

Nigeria and Meta launch AI Academy

The Nigerian ICT ministry has partnered with Meta, the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme and Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Nigeria (RAIN) to launch an artificial intelligence academy. Meta said the AI Academy will bring participants from fundamental AI awareness to advanced, practical application. It will provide hands-on training, technical mentorship and commercialisation opportunities for local AI services.

Bolivia to install first 1,000 Starlink antennas in La Paz schools
BOLIVIA 08:21

Bolivia to install first 1,000 Starlink antennas in La Paz schools

Bolivia's Ministry of Education announced that its officials met with mayors and representatives from 86 municipalities in the department of La Paz to coordinate the delivery and installation of 1,000 Starlink antennas to educational institutions. The rollout, part of the government's Connected Classroom programme, is designed to improve learning conditions by enabling teachers, students and municipal governments embrace the world of technology, said education minister Erick Sanjinés.

Iraqi telecom regulator shuts down Korek offices in Baghdad
IRAQ 08:14

Iraqi telecom regulator shuts down Korek offices in Baghdad

Iraq's Communications and Media Commission (CMC) shut down several Korek Telecom centres in Baghdad on 20 August, The New Region reported. Working alongside the Iraqi National Security Service (INSS), the CMC closed the Kurdistan-based mobile operator's primary facility in the Jadriya neighbourhood, along with three major sales centres in the capital. The closures came a day after a CMC warning that Korek subscribers should link alternative mobile numbers from rival networks to their digital accounts to pre

Bezeq Israel expects higher FY earnings on stronger business performance
ISRAEL 08:00

Bezeq Israel expects higher FY earnings on stronger business performance

Bezeq Israel Telecom has raised its full-year 2026 financial forecast, pointing to stronger operational momentum across its business units. Updating its guidance from March, the group says it now expects comparable net profit attributable to shareholders to reach between ISL 1.15 billion and ISL 1.2 billion, up from its previous projection of ILS 1.0 billion to 1.1 billion. It lifts its comparable EBITDA projection range to between ILS 3.80 billion and ILS 3.85 billion, compared with the earlier forecast of

Telekom Slovenije approves dividend, elects new supervisory board
SLOVENIA 07:53

Telekom Slovenije approves dividend, elects new supervisory board

Telekom Slovenije shareholders approved at the annual meeting the payout of EUR 28.9 million in dividend out of a total of EUR 53.5 million of profit for 2025. The remaining funds will be carried forward. The shareholders also elected four new shareholder representatives to the supervisory board for four-year terms starting 9 September: Igor Hustic, Pavel Reberc, Andreja Strnad and Marko Pogacnik.

Fibo revenues up 12% in Q2
POLAND 07:51

Fibo revenues up 12% in Q2

Revenues of Polish local ISP Fibo, previously known as DG-Net and working in the Silesia region, totaled PLN 6.337 million in the second quarter of this year, up by 11.7 percent year-on-year. EBITDA rose to PLN 866,226 from PLN 864,300, while the net loss was PLN 45,358 against a net profit at PLN 90,175 in the year-earlier period. The ISP connected 308 new residential subscribers and 44 new B2B customers. Fibo said it also connected to internet services 363 new shops of the retail chain Zabka.

MultiChoice South Africa overhauls sports channels on DStv
SOUTH AFRICA 07:51

MultiChoice South Africa overhauls sports channels on DStv

MultiChoice South Africa has launched SuperSport Extra 2 on DStv channel 217 to air live and delayed coverage during high-volume sports schedules. This is part of a major restructuring of its football and local sports broadcasting line-up. MultiChoice is rebranding Variety 1, 2 and 3 as SuperSport Football Plus (channel 206), SuperSport KickOff (channel 207) and SuperSport Africa (channel 208) while moving SuperSport Action to channel 209 and introducing overflow coverage via SuperSport Extra on Channel 210

Digi Slovakia stops new activations of services
SLOVAKIA 07:48

Digi Slovakia stops new activations of services

Digi Slovakia has completely stopped new activations of services and significantly limited options for existing customers, reports Zive. While it was no longer possible to order satellite TV, online TV or the internet services since the beginning of July, cable TV was still on sale. Now this exception has also ended, and the operator states that no new products can be activated. Digi Slovakia has also closed its shops ahead of its planned merger into parent company Slovak Telekom.

Muente reinstated as head of Peru's telecoms watchdog
PERU 07:46

Muente reinstated as head of Peru's telecoms watchdog

Peru's telecoms regulator Osiptel has reinstated Rafael Muente Schwarz as its president after the Civil Service Court upheld most of his appeal against a November 2025 dismissal ordered by the Presidency of the Council of Ministers (PCM). The court substituted the dismissal with a seven-month suspension without pay, allowing Muente to resume his duties immediately.

Liberian telecoms watchdog hosts FM sector information workshop
LIBERIA 07:39

Liberian telecoms watchdog hosts FM sector information workshop

The Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) and Liberian IT and communications firm Liberty Connect are hosting a two-day FM radio stakeholder information workshop in Buchanan on 20-21 August. It addresses topics such as technical deficiencies, content concerns and low regulatory awareness. The aim is to improve broadcast standards, compliance and responsible broadcasting, and to prepare local radio stations for emerging trends.

Liberian telecoms watchdog publishes Satellite Communications Guidelines
LIBERIA 07:30

Liberian telecoms watchdog publishes Satellite Communications Guidelines

The Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) has signed its inaugural Satellite Communications Guidelines, establishing a definitive regulatory framework for global satellite operators entering the domestic market, The Observer reported. The new rules establish licensing terms for international providers to offer direct-to-device and broadband services.

Orange Poland Foundation launches digital hygiene programme for schools
POLAND 07:16

Orange Poland Foundation launches digital hygiene programme for schools

Orange Poland's Foundation has launched a new programme for kids focused on digital hygiene. "The "Young Mindful" programme supports pupils in grades 4 to 6 in learning digital hygiene. Young people will learn habits and attitudes that positively impact health, social functioning, and overall well-being. The project will also help teachers implement digital hygiene activities in the core curriculum for health education.

LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN 07:15

Prime Video to invest USD 2 bln in LatAm original programming and live sports

Prime Video has committed to investing more than USD 2 billion in Latin America between 2027 and 2030 to expand original programming, acquire locally produced content and secure live sports rights in Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia and Chile. The company plans to more than double the number of local originals produced in the five markets compared with 2026 and will release more than 25 new titles in 2027, including scripted series, films, unscripted shows and reality formats. The 2027 slate includes the

POLAND 07:14

Play introduces eSIM starter pack for PLN 50

Polish operator Play, controlled by Iliad, has introduced a prepai starter pack including an eSIM instead of a conventional SIM. Customers can activate the eSIMs using a printed QR code. This is a suitable solution for customers who have a device with eSIM and want to add a second number or an additional data package, as well as tourists visiting Poland, Play said.

POLAND 07:11

Polsat Plus Group revenues up 3% in Q2

​Poland's Polsat Plus Group said its revenues increased by 2.9 percent year-on-year to PLN 3.694 billion in the second quarter of this year. Adjusted EBITDA grew by 3.6 percent to PLN 853.4 million, and the adjusted EBITDA margin was 23.1 percent, up by 0.2 percentage point. The net profit was PLN 172.5 million, up by 52.7 percent. 

ETHIOPIA 07:09

M-Pesa Ethiopia launches 90-day campaign to boost merchant digital payments

Safaricom's M-Pesa Ethiopia launched Arada Enhun, a 90-day national merchant campaign offering up to ETB 1 million in prizes to accelerate digital payment adoption and expand digital commerce across the country. The initiative rewards participating merchants for increasing digital transaction volumes.

JORDAN 07:07

Orange Jordan backs national Sumo Championship

Orange Jordan sponsored the Jordan National Sumo Championship. Jointly organised by the Faculty of Information Technology at Applied Science Private University and the Ideal Ideas Foundation for Educational Services and Consultations, the event brought together 40 student teams from schools and universities across the Kingdom. Participating teams designed, built, and programmed autonomous sumo robots, honing their skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) while developing tactical g

UGANDA 07:06

KCB Bank Uganda launches MoPesa micro-credit service on MTN MoMo

KCB Bank Uganda has launched MoPesa, a digital micro-credit and savings service delivered through MTN Mobile Money, targeting informal traders and small businesses in need of short-term financing. Developed in partnership with MTN MoMo, the solution allows users to borrow and save directly from their mobile devices. The service is being rolled out alongside the campaign "Borrow. Pay. Back. Neela Neela," designed to promote financial discipline and responsible borrowing.

SWITZERLAND 07:02

President of Swiss public broadcasting corporation SRG SSR steps down

Jean-Michel Cina, the president of the Swiss public broadcasting corporation SRG SSR, is stepping down after nearly ten years in office. The president is leaving as a key strategic project, Enavant, launched to cut costs and reshape the organisation, has entered the implementation phase. Moreover, key strategic leadership positions have been filled, and the new Executive Board began its work in April. The succession plan to replace Cina is being prepared by a special personnel committee of the Board of Dire

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 07:01

Samsung opens Galaxy Experience pop-up at Dubai Mall store

Samsung Gulf has launched its interactive Galaxy Experience Space at the brand's flagship Dubai Mall store. Open through 4 October, the immersive pop-up invites consumers to experience the latest Galaxy Z series lineup through hands-on, AI-driven creative modules. Upon entry, guests scan a QR code to generate a digital Experience Card, which logs completed activities and unlocks rewards as they navigate six interactive zones. 

POLAND 06:59

Netia wins tender at Opole Revenue Administration Chamber

Polish operator Netia has won a tender on providing telephony services for Opole Revenue Administration Chamber. Netia submitted the only bid under the tender. The contract worth PLN 1.276 million runs for 24 months and includes, among other things, handling telephone and fax calls based on an existing numbers pool, deploying telephony and fibre-optic lines, and managing the IAS network device monitoring system. The contractor will also implement a NAC (Network Access Control) system in selected locations a

SLOVAKIA 06:58

DSI Data takes over Nelson Services telecom business

Slovak operators DSI Data and Nelson Services have agreed that DSI Data will take over the provision of telecommunications services from Nelson Services, reports Zive.sk. Nelson Services announced to its clients that from 01 September, the new operator will provide internet and television services. DSI Data will acquire the network and customers from its competitor andl provide its services to approximately 50 additional villages. 

SIERRA LEONE 06:57

Orange Sierra Leone launches anti-fraud scam alerts

Orange Sierra Leone launched its Scam Alert tool, a new digital defense mechanism designed to protect subscribers from financial fraud and mobile money scams. The anti-fraud tool enables customers to quickly verify potential scams and report suspicious activity. Users can access the service by dialing *505#, visiting the official portal at or contacting customer care directly by calling 111 for assistance.

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC 06:45

Viettel and Claro secure spectrum in Dominican multi-band tender

The Dominican Institute of Telecommunications (Indotel) announced that Vietnamese-owned operator Viettel and Claro Dominicana (America Movil) have been awarded spectrum in the 5G tender launched at the start of March. Viettel obtained a total of 240 MHz in the 700 MHz, 2.3 GHz and 3.6 GHz bands, while Claro Dominicana secured 20 MHz in the 700 MHz band.

Just In

08:30

Nigeria and Meta launch AI Academy

08:21

Bolivia to install first 1,000 Starlink antennas in La Paz schools

08:14

Iraqi telecom regulator shuts down Korek offices in Baghdad

08:00

Bezeq Israel expects higher FY earnings on stronger business performance

Commentary

11 AUG 10:49

Can Ziggo Group creation improve visibility for the Dutch market?

2 JUL 11:26

Canal Plus misses chance to strengthen Dutch business, time for exit?

23 JUN 09:56

ACM blocks Delta/Glaspoort deal - what can KPN do?

5 MEI 10:55

KPN: the art of making one-offs structural

Background

16 AUG 23:57

The week in telecom: Lenovo and Cisco profit from AI-driven demand in Q2, Google updates Pixels and reaches 1 bln Gemini users

9 AUG 23:44

The week in telecom: Starlink's mobile ambitions and LEO challengers, plus Hollywood studios try streaming shorts and sports

2 AUG 23:37

The week in telecom: Telcos resist economic slowdown in Q2 while big tech gears up for more AI investment

26 JUL 23:19

The week in telecom: Samsung works on foldable challenge, US telcos try FMC