Icelandic watchdog runs hearing on Mila reference offer and tariff for alien wavelength services
ICELAND 12:10

Icelandic watchdog runs hearing on Mila reference offer and tariff for alien wavelength services

Icelandic telecoms regulator Fjarskiptastofa is running a consultation until 11 December concerning Mila's reference offer and tariff for access to alien wavelength (AWL) transport services. Last December, the watchdog concluded that the service fell under the wholesale market for trunk segments of leased lines and was subject to relevant obligations. It told Mila to update its reference offer with terms and conditions for the AWL service and to conduct a cost analysis, and the operator has now done so foll

Arelion expands N American network with few new PoPs
UNITED STATES 12:04

Arelion expands N American network with few new PoPs

Global telecoms carrier Arelion is expanding its network in North America with five new PoPs in important regional data centre markets - Reno, Fargo, Atlanta, Houston and Miami. This expands Arelion infrastructure beyond established data centre markets; providing enterprise, hyperscale, neocloud and wholesale customers in these new markets with access to diverse, high-capacity connectivity to support rising demand for AI infrastructure. 

TTK introduces temporary connected security camera service
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 12:01

TTK introduces temporary connected security camera service

Russian operator TTK has introduced a solution for temporary video-surveillance at sites where stationary systems are either impractical or unfeasible. The solution utilises autonomous equipment, specifically box cameras and trail cameras, that require neither cable infrastructure nor a connection to the power grid. The hardware is housed in rugged, all-weather, impact-resistant enclosures and features quick-release batteries and LTE connectivity.

Brazil plans new reverse auction for rural mobile coverage
BRAZIL 12:00

Brazil plans new reverse auction for rural mobile coverage

Brazil's Ministry of Communications, Anatel, and Seja Digital have launched a public notice investing BRL 24 million to bring internet and mobile telephony to over 118,000 residents across 190 underserved rural locations in 17 states. This fifth phase brings total programme funding to BRL 294 million, building on 347 communities already covered in previous rounds. Operators will be selected via Gired's 5th Reverse Auction, where companies bid on individual locations and win by requesting the lowest public s

HFCL secures USD 89 million booking for supply of fibre cables
INDIA 11:58

HFCL secures USD 89 million booking for supply of fibre cables

HFCL announced it has secured an order to export fibre-optic cables to an unnamed overseas client. The contracts are worth about INR 8.34 billion (USD 88.9 million) with an initial delivery timescale by June 2027. HFCL will complete the shipments through its wholly owned international subsidiary.

Advania appoints CEO for Norway
NORWAY 11:56

Advania appoints CEO for Norway

Advania has announced its appointment of Hans-Ingar Loevstad as CEO of its Norwegian operations with immediate effect. He was previously managing director of consulting after joining Advania in 2022 when it acquired eXspend, the IT and business consultancy that he founded and led. He previously held senior roles in consulting, software sales and bid management at a major Nordic IT company and started his career as an officer in the Norwegian Armed Forces.

Nokia invests EUR 1.50 mln in research partner Aalto University
FINLAND 11:46

Nokia invests EUR 1.50 mln in research partner Aalto University

Nokia said it intends to donate EUR 1.50 million to long-standing academic partner Aalto University of Finland as it announced plans to step up its R&D collaboration with the institution, focusing on projects worth about EUR 1.30 million in areas such as AI, 6G, intelligent and resilient networks, and semiconductors. Pallavi Mahajan, chief technology and AI officer at Nokia, said that strengthening his company's investment should speed up work on robust and energy-efficient networks while supporting develop

Viavi joins Orbit 5G transport network project in Blackpool
UNITED KINGDOM 11:44

Viavi joins Orbit 5G transport network project in Blackpool

Viavi Solutions has joined the Orbit (Orchestrated mobile Network for Blackpool intelligent transport) project in the UK to deploy a standalone private 5G network across the tramway and bus network in the Lancashire seaside town of Blackpool. The GBP 3 million million project is funded by Innovate UK and Blackpool Council. 

New AI safety research centre launched in New York State
UNITED STATES 11:35

New AI safety research centre launched in New York State

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has officially launched a new AI research centre in state. The New York Center for AI Responsibility and Research (NYCAIRR) will bring together more than 80 researchers to test and evaluate advanced AI systems and safety frameworks using Empire AI. It will located at the State University of New York's (SUNY) Binghamton University. 

Xplora lifts Q3 device sales 26% after Emporia integration
GLOBAL 11:12

Xplora lifts Q3 device sales 26% after Emporia integration

Xplora Technologies says its results for the third quarter of 2026 show year-on-year growth in its three KPIs, namely subscriptions, gross profit, and EBITDA after capex. This demonstrates the continued resilience of its business strategy amid challenging consumer sentiment, it says. The company sold 593,000 connectable devices in Q3, up 26 percent from 470,000 in the third quarter of 2025, supported by the inclusion of Emporia. Subscriptions increased by 25 percent year on year or 109,000 to 552,000 on 30

ITU member states return Bogdan-Martin for second term unopposed
UNITED STATES 10:57

ITU member states return Bogdan-Martin for second term unopposed

ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin has secured a second term after winning a clear majority of member state delegates voting at the ongoing Penipotentiary Conference in Doha. The US representative was backed to continue for a further four-year term by 164 out of 173 votes cast. There were no challengers to her US-sponsored candidacy.

VodafoneThree, Google extend RCS messaging to non-Android devices
UNITED KINGDOM 10:45

VodafoneThree, Google extend RCS messaging to non-Android devices

VodafoneThree has signed a new wholesale agreement with Google to extend RCS services to non-Android devices on consumer plans from spring next year. This will extend RCS to more customers across VodafoneThree brands, with the service made available to Vodafone and Voxi customers with compatible devices on consumer post-paid, PAYG and SIM-only plans. The RCS service is already live for 3 UK customers. 

SPAIN 10:42

Digi Spain exceeds 1,800 mobile antennas in September

The Spanish subsidiary of Romania's Digi Communications Group reached a total of 1,867 proprietary mobile antennas at the end of September, up from just ten a year earlier, revealed the company in its third-quarter financial results. The former MVNO has been installing antennas at the rate of around 100 a month since activating its first in Palencia in May 2025.

UNITED KINGDOM 10:34

G.Network launches new AI-powered sales agent

London-based fibre altnet G.Network has launched a new AI-powered sales agent called 'g'. This will allow customers to ask questions about G.Network services and products, discuss their needs, and get a recommendation based on their requirements. If the customer's address is also covered its network, g will also lead them through the ordering process.

GLOBAL 10:30

Verisign to open initial batch of .web registrations on 10 December

Domain name registry provider VeriSign has announced that initial registrations for the new ".web" top-level domain (TLD) will start on 10 December in the so-called sunrise period. The first batch of domain name registrations is available to verified trademark holders assigned Signed Mark Data files in ICANN's Trademark Clearinghouse programme, allowing them to match their trademark with the corresponding .web address on a first-come, first-served basis.  

GERMANY 10:28

Amazon Prime Video dominates German streaming top-10 in October

Amazon Prime Video dominated the German streaming market in October, accounting for five out of the top ten most streamed programmes. According to data collected by AGF, the live stream of the Uefa Champions League match between FC Bayern and Viking had the most views, at 6.7 million. Prime Video also had the second-most watched programme in the month, the Stuttgart vs Atletico Madrid match in the Champions League, with almost 4.8 million views. The Uefa Nations League game between Germany and Serbia, shown

KENYA 10:21

Airtel Money Kenya announces PesaLink integration

Airtel Money has expanded its digital payment capabilities through an integration with Integrated Payment Systems (IPSL), the operator of PesaLink. This enables Airtel customers to transfer funds from their mobile wallets to over 30 commercial banks, savings & credit cooperative organisations (SACCOs) and microfinance institutions. They can now send money straight to these accounts via the MyAirtel App by selecting the Pay Bill option, choosing the recipient institution, entering the account details and amo

UNITED KINGDOM 10:15

Wavenet launches new AI Receptionist for GP practices

UK managed services provider Wavenet has launched a new AI agent for GP practices. The 'AI Receptionist', powered by InTouchNow.AI, will help manage high call volumes by answering patient calls, working through triage questions, and inputting the completed information directly with the practice's workflow for review by staff. The AI Receptionist agent is directly with integrated with Wavenet's 'GP Voice' cloud phone system for GP practices, which runs on Gamma network technology. 

MEXICO 10:14

Telmex gains Level VI certification for all Mexican data centres

Telmex, the fixed-line unit of America Movil, has achieved the highest ICREA Level VI certification for all seven of its Triara data centres in Mexico and added new facilities in Tijuana and Chihuahua. The company said the recertification was confirmed after an upgrade programme undertaken across its sites to meet the surging digital infrastructure needs of businesses.

GHANA 10:07

Helios Towers discusses problems with obtaining permits and electricity supplies with NCA

Ghana's National Communications Authority (NCA) has met with a delegation from Helios Towers Ghana to discuss difficulties with infrastructure deployment and to explore collaboration in addressing industry concerns. Helios Towers expressed appreciation for the NCA's support, particularly with tower development projects involving mobile network operators (MNOs) such as MTN Ghana. It said hurdles affecting deployment include delays in securing permits and approvals from environmental regulatory authorities, p

NORTH MACEDONIA 10:07

North Macedonia's Telekabel to acquire control of Spajder and Dupar Jovan

A formal merger notification was submitted to North Macedonia's Commission for Protection of Competition regarding plans by Stip-based telecommunications operator Telekabel to acquire control of two Gevgelija-based companies: broadcasting and service provider Spajder and network operator Dupar Jovan. Telekabel provides TV, fixed internet, and fixed telephony via its own network across 17 cities in North Macedonia, alongside nationwide mobile services as an MVNO on Makedonski Telekom's network. Operating acr

BRAZIL 10:06

Desktop's Q3 net profit more than doubles

Brazilian broadband operator Desktop, acquired by America Movil in October, reported a net profit of BRL 38.5 million for the third quarter of 2026, more than doubling the BRL 17.2 million profit recorded in the same period of 2025. Adjusted net profit rose 62 percent to BRL 57.2 million, as net financial expenses dropped 51 percent year-on-year to BRL 34.6 million. Quarterly revenue grew 6 percent to BRL 329.3 million, while adjusted EBITDA climbed 11 percent to BRL 181.3 million.

BRAZIL 10:04

Brasil TecPar rebrands as evo

Brazilian telecommunications group Brasil TecPar unveiled "evo" as its new institutional brand, aimed at unifying the company's identity following 31 years of expansion, 11 brands and 60 acquisitions, while maintaining local ties in each region. The group now serves roughly 1.4 million accesses across 393 municipalities in nine states and the Federal District, supported by a metropolitan network reaching over 5.5 million households and a backbone covering more than 1,000 municipalities. The transition has n

UNITED KINGDOM 10:03

Bright Edge Networks launches Kcom Layer 2 wholesale fibre connectivity

Hull-based Bright Edge Networks has become the first business wholesale platform to make Kcom Layer 2 FTTP connectivity services available on its partner platform. The move gives Bright Edge partners access to Kcom Layer 2 FTTP services through the Beacon partner portal. Elodi Fellows, Kcom's Acting Head of Wholesale, said the launch of the new Wholesale Fiber Layer 2 FTTP product was an important step in the development of its wholesale services portfolio. 

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