Samsung to unveil new Galaxy S26 family device on 27 August
GLOBAL 05:40

Samsung to unveil new Galaxy S26 family device on 27 August

Samsung Electronics will hold its Galaxy Event August 2026 on 27 August, where it will introduce a new addition to the Galaxy S26 family, extending the camera and AI features of the flagship series alongside the latest version of One UI. Samsung has not disclosed the device's name or specifications. The company said the event will focus on bringing the core Galaxy S26 experiences, including camera and AI capabilities, to the new device. The event will be streamed from 9pm KST on Samsung's website and YouTub

Blue Origin begins global rollout of Quartz ground station network
GLOBAL 05:37

Blue Origin begins global rollout of Quartz ground station network

Blue Origin has begun a phased global rollout of its Quartz ground communications network, with its first three ground stations installed and tested in Bermuda, New Zealand and Australia. The company said the rollout will expand to nine sites by the end of the year. The initial Quartz stations use 3.7-metre aperture antennas supporting S-band and X-band frequencies for low Earth orbit (LEO) operations.

Dialog Pay enables LankaQR payments at Asiri Health facilities
SRI LANKA 03:23

Dialog Pay enables LankaQR payments at Asiri Health facilities

Sri Lankan operator Dialog Axiata has partnered with Asiri Health to enable customers to make LankaQR payments through Dialog Pay at Asiri Hospitals and Asiri Laboratories. Customers can use Dialog Pay to pay for consultations, laboratory services, diagnostic procedures, pharmacy purchases and other eligible healthcare services at participating Asiri Health locations. Eligible LankaQR transactions will also qualify customers for complimentary Dialog data.

Neterra starts taking orders for Starlink V5 terminal
BULGARIA 03:12

Neterra starts taking orders for Starlink V5 terminal

Bulgaria's Neterra, a Starlink authorized reseller, is now taking client orders for Starlink V5, the latest satellite internet terminal from SpaceX's low Earth orbit constellation. The device is designed to reach download speeds of more than 375 Mbps, weighs 1.1 kg and consumes between 35 and 50 watts of power. It has an IP67 rating for protection against dust and water. The kit includes a Router Mini with Wi-Fi 6 and two Ethernet ports, providing coverage of about 204 square metres.

BBC Sport, BBC Alba to show 38 live Serie A matches in 2026/27
UNITED KINGDOM 19 AUG

BBC Sport, BBC Alba to show 38 live Serie A matches in 2026/27

BBC Sport and BBC Alba (Scottish Gaelic-language TV channel) have signed a new agreement for expanded free-to-air coverage of Serie A top-flight Italian football for the 2026/27 season. The new deal covers a package of 38 live matches, with BBC Sport streaming 19 live matches on iPlayer with English commentary; and BBC Alba showing 19 live matches with Gaelic and English co-commentary. All games shown on BBC Alba will also be available on iPlayer.

Beeline Uzbekistan and TMC Institute agree to cooperate
UZBEKISTAN 19 AUG

Beeline Uzbekistan and TMC Institute agree to cooperate

Beeline Uzbekistan signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Technology Management Communication Institute (TMC Institute). Together, the parties will organise internships, joint events and other educational projects. The memorandum covers several areas of joint work aimed at closer collaboration between business and the educational institution.

Uzbekistan unveils USD 100 mln push to bring AI into businesses
UZBEKISTAN 19 AUG

Uzbekistan unveils USD 100 mln push to bring AI into businesses

Uzbekistan announced plans for a new USD 100 million AI support programme for businesses, offering financial assistance for AI adoption and access to supercomputing resources as the country seeks to accelerate the digital transformation of its private sector. This was reflected in a statement on the official channel of the Press Secretary of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, following talks with the country's business community in Khorezm region, reports Trend. 

Exascale makes changes to order process for customer flexibility
UNITED KINGDOM 19 AUG

Exascale makes changes to order process for customer flexibility

UK-based Exascale, business fibre broadband provider, has made two changes to its order process to give customers more flexibility when booking their installation, and help them save money off their monthly broadband subscription. Customers making a new order can now select installation appointments from 7-90 days in advance. 

HPE supports AI-native network deployment at University of Leeds
UNITED KINGDOM 19 AUG

HPE supports AI-native network deployment at University of Leeds

HPE has won a contract from the University of Leeds in the UK to provide the HPE Self-Driving Network platform as the foundation of an intelligent, secure campus-wide wired and wireless network. As part of a long-term digital transformation programme, the university is creating an AI network that continuously learns, adapts and self-optimises to proactively discover and resolve problems before services are impacted. The new AI-native network will also support future smart-campus applications.

Breezeline offers streaming TV bundle with DirecTV
UNITED STATES 19 AUG

Breezeline offers streaming TV bundle with DirecTV

US cable operator Breezeline is partnering with DirecTV to launch a new sports and entertainment streaming bundle for customers. Customers can sign up for DirecTV's satellite-free Signature Packages, with no annual contract and 24-month price guarantee. A new Bundle & Save offer will give a USD 5 per month internet bill discount to customers bundling DirecTV with Breezeline Internet. 

Telgam to buy back 2.5 mln shares
POLAND 19 AUG

Telgam to buy back 2.5 mln shares

Polish ISP Telgam, headquartered in Jaslo and active around Wroclaw, has published an offer to buy back 2.5 million of its own shares, representing up to 7.1 percent its share capital at PLN 0.40 per share. The deadline for accepting the offer is 20 August and the closing date is 28 August. 

Total Wireless expands partnership with Western Union
UNITED STATES 19 AUG

Total Wireless expands partnership with Western Union

Total Wireless, pre-paid 5G mobile brand of Verizon, is expanding a partnership with Western Union to bring a suite of Western Union financial services to Total Wireless retail locations across the US. Bill pay, money order and money transfer services are launching from 18 August in select stores, extending to more Total Wireless stores across the US by end-2026 - available to all customers at standard Western Union rates. 

POLAND 19 AUG

T-Mobile Poland opens up MagentaTV app to other operators' customers

T-Mobile Poland has begun offering access to its MagentaTV service to subscribers of other telecom operators. Customers can download the application and log in within just a few minutes in order to watch 75 channels. There is no need to change carriers, install an antenna or undergo complicated formalities, it said.

INDIA 19 AUG

Lionsgate Play Asia deploys Nagravision security solution

Lionsgate Play, premium streaming platform operating in eight markets across Asia, has selected the Nagra Multi-DRAM security solution from Kudelski-owned Nagravision to protect premium content on its OTT platform. The Nagravision solution will provide studio-grade content protection across the OTT service, with the partnership offering the potential for Lionsgate Play to further strengthen its security in the future through the wider Nagra Venturi offering.

GERMANY 19 AUG

RTL Deutschland names SVP for distribution and portfolio transformation from October

RTL Deutschland said it has appointed Moritz von Nagel as senior vice president for distribution and portfolio transformation with effect from 01 October. Von Nagel succeeds Andre Prahl, who is leaving the company at his own request. In his new role, von Nagel will be responsible for the strategic development of the distribution business and for relationships with platforms and sales partners of RTL Deutschland. The broadcaster aims to make content, brands and services accessible to the widest possible audi

UNITED STATES 19 AUG

Comcast launches new Xfinity Shield intelligent home protection platform

Comcast announced the launch of a new intelligent home protection platform called Xfinity Shield. The AI-enabled platform combines cybersecurity, family and home protection into a single app experience, turning home Wi-Fi into always-on protection through the Xfinity Gateway. Xfinity Shield launches from 18 August with initial offerings, with additional capabilities to be added next year. 

GLOBAL 19 AUG

Google agrees up to USD 12 bln investment in Marvell in TPU chip supply deal

Marvell Technology announced a new alliance with Google to build custom chips for the company. Marvell will contribute to Google's TPU (Tensor Processing Unit) range used for powering AI large language models in data centres. As part of the agreement, Marvell issued warrants to Google to buy almost 59 million shares in the chipmaker. 

GERMANY 19 AUG

RTL Germany expands content and streaming range after Sky acquisition

RTL said it is strengthening its content and streaming offerings following the acquisition of Sky Deutschland. The private broadcaster is expanding its premium sports offering, showing up to ten games per match day from the Uefa Europa League and Conference League in the 2026/27 season live on Sky Sport. It will also air every match from the German Cup DFB-Pokal as well as and over 200 NFL games.

UNITED STATES 19 AUG

MobileX expands dealer offering, network

US MVNO MobileX, which uses the Verizon 5G network, is making the MobileX available to the dealer channel, providing mobile dealers with new tools for customer activation and support. MobileX has also signed new master agent partnerships with Axexo, All Access Wireless and CellPay - increasing its nationwide dealer network to over 5,000 locations. 

SAUDI ARABIA 19 AUG

Zain KSA enables 11 remote robotic surgeries

Zain KSA has enabled a series of eleven consecutive remote robotic surgeries in partnership with the Innovation Empowerment Center at SEHA Virtual Hospital. Using ultra-low latency and high-reliability digital infrastructure, its system provided the real-time precision and continuity required for delicate surgical procedures. The initial rollout successfully completed four remote surgeries in a single day between SEHA Virtual Hospital and King Khalid University Hospital in Riyadh.

POLAND 19 AUG

Netia starts broadband offer with 9-month contract

Polish operator Netia has introduced a 'Back To School' offer of internet with download speeds of up to 2 Gbps with TV in the Netia GO application at no additional charge and access to popular streaming services on attractive terms with a contract for nine months. 

MOZAMBIQUE 19 AUG

Mozambique outlines progress with digital connectivity expansion plans

The Mozambican government has brought internet connectivity to 149 locations and 418 schools across the country, reported Forbes Africa Lusofona. Authorities also distributed 14,454 computers to low-income university students and established 10 public digital squares featuring free internet access, according to the Ministry of Communications and Digital Transformation in an update on the government's projects. It noted that three innovation hubs also support 78 start-ups, 1,300 youth have received digital s

GHANA 19 AUG

MTN Ghana runs 2026 Fintech Lab with Hubtel backing

Hubtel has become the technology partner for the Mobile Money Fintech (MMFL) 2026 Fintech Lab for innovators. The three-month scheme by the MTN Ghana arm will nurture emerging fintech talent through hackathons, expert mentorship and incubation support, culminating in a national demonstration day. The programme will run in three regional hubs, namely Accra, Kumasi and Tamale.

POLAND 19 AUG

Polsat Box Go expands lineup to 200 TV channels

Polish pay-TV service Polsat Box Go has added the channels Eurosport 3, Eurosport 4 and Viasat True Crime to its pay-TV lineup, taking the platform to 200 TV channels in total. Eurosport 3 and 4 have been added to the Premium Sport package, which offers 26 sports channels. Viasat True Crime has been added to the Premium and Premium Sport packages.

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