Lithuanian telecom market grows 8% in Q1
LITHUANIA 13:25

Lithuanian telecom market grows 8% in Q1

Lithuanian telecommunications revenues totaled EUR 236.53 million in the first quarter of this year, up by 7.53 percent year-on-year, according to a study from the national regulator RRT. Data  services generated 65.02 percent of all revenues (EUR 153.79 million), as the mobile data traffic increased 25.59 percent to 592.27 PB on Lithuanian networks. The amount of SIMs used for 5G services reached 1.107 million, up by 75.15 percent.

Netia offers FTTR solution in apartment buildings
POLAND 13:24

Netia offers FTTR solution in apartment buildings

Polish operator Netia has introduced FTTR (Fibre To The Room) to its customers living in apartment buildings. The solution is based on Wi-Fi 7 equipment to strengthen the internet signal throughout the home. It costs PLN 15 monthly subscription for customers connected to plans with 1 or 2 Gbps. Netia claims it is the only operator in Poland offering the solution, which is based on a dual-band Huawei router and extender. 

Megafon upgrades 4G network in Moscow region
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 13:20

Megafon upgrades 4G network in Moscow region

Russian operator Megafon has upgraded its mobile network in the Moscow region, with new base stations deployed and existing sites upgraded in 12 municipalities. Broadband at up to 100 Mbps has become available there, in Orekhovo-Zuyevo, Sergiyev-Posad, Odintsovo, Korolyov, Domodedovo, Solnechnegorsk, Balashikha and other placess. Additional spectrum has been aggregated on the LTE network, and the upgraded base stations support VoLTE and MIMO 2X2 technologies.

R&M intros expanded HEC-QR fibre line-up and Lunar distribution box
GLOBAL 13:19

R&M intros expanded HEC-QR fibre line-up and Lunar distribution box

Electrical materials vendor R&M said it is introducing additional HEC-QR connector fibre-optic cables targeting outdoor plant use cases. It is also introducing a new small-format fibre distribution box, dubbed Lunar, with pre-terminated assembly. The latter product will have its formal premiere at the Anga Com 2026 event from 19 to 21 May, in Cologne, Germany.

Telefonica, Sony test ultra-fast 5G mmWave at Madrid venue
SPAIN 13:13

Telefonica, Sony test ultra-fast 5G mmWave at Madrid venue

Telefonica has teamed up with Sony to carry out a pilot of 5G-based broadcast technology at Madrid's Movistar Arena (formerly Palacio de los Deportes). The partners used the 26 GHz millimetre wave band to achieve significantly higher speeds and reliability than conventional 5G networks, supporting data-intensive professional uses alongside connectivity for thousands of attendees.

MTN Group says Africa poised to lead in global digital finance evolution
AFRICA 13:04

MTN Group says Africa poised to lead in global digital finance evolution

MTN Group CEO Ralph Mupita has expressed optimism about Africa's role in shaping the future of global finance, stating the continent is well positioned to lead the next phase of digital financial transformation. Mupita made the remarks at the sidelines of the 3i Africa Summit in Accra. He said Africa's rapid progress in mobile money and digital financial services provides a strong foundation for the continent to transition to a more advanced and integrated digital finance ecosystem. 

MTC opens temporary shop in Okuryangava while building permanent one
NAMIBIA 12:59

MTC opens temporary shop in Okuryangava while building permanent one

Namibian operator MTC has announced that it has commissioned a temporary, containerised mobile home structure in Okuryangava, Katutura, as part of a broader programme to expand its footprint and bring services closer to high-density areas. It is projected to serve residents for the next four months in its current location, while MTC is busy with the construction of a more permanent fixture, pending approval and compliance, within the same locality by the end of September 2026. Tim Ekandjo, chief marketing,

Batelco launches 'Postpaid World' plans with international data and calls
BAHRAIN 12:50

Batelco launches 'Postpaid World' plans with international data and calls

Batelco by Beyon has brought in the 'Postpaid World' unified mobile plan starting at BHD 15 per month, letting customers use their plan's data and minutes both locally and internationally with no extra roaming fees. It has been developed with frequent travelers, GCC commuters and business professionals in mind. Postpaid World incorporates roaming directly within the core plan at fixed monthly charges.

Ethiopian government plans to launch national cloud within 24 months
ETHIOPIA 12:45

Ethiopian government plans to launch national cloud within 24 months

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has announced at the opening of the Data Sovereignty Summit that the national cloud infrastructure could launch within eighteen to 24 months. It will integrate information systems from sectors including agriculture, trade, investment and media, resolving problems caused by fragmented information systems, and improving access to organised and reliable national data. 

Digital Realty boosts Mediterranean capacity with first Barcelona data centre
SPAIN 12:42

Digital Realty boosts Mediterranean capacity with first Barcelona data centre

Digital Realty has inaugurated its first data centre in Barcelona, expanding its presence on the Iberian Peninsula and reinforcing its digital infrastructure across the Mediterranean. The facility, known as BCN1, is located in the Sant Adrià de Besòs innovation district and is designed to meet surging demand for next-generation technologies such as artificial intelligence and cloud computing. Digital Realty said the launch positions Barcelona alongside Madrid, Marseille, Athens, Heraklion, Rome and Lisbon a

Vecima prepares for June quarter resurgence as fiscal Q3 revenues stabilise
GLOBAL 12:34

Vecima prepares for June quarter resurgence as fiscal Q3 revenues stabilise

Canadian vendor Vecima Networks says it is targeting a major growth resurgence in its final fiscal quarter to end-June, having reported flat revenues for the third quarter to 31 March. Revenues reached CAD 64.8 million, marginally higher than CAD 64.0 million one year earlier, but were reduced by 12 percent from the second quarter. Net losses reached CAD 200,000, contrasting with last year's CAD 1.2 million profit, after Vecima recouped CAD 235,000 through offsets on income tax.

AFree TV launches free streaming service in South Africa on Sentech's Freevision platform
SOUTH AFRICA 12:26

AFree TV launches free streaming service in South Africa on Sentech's Freevision platform

AFree TV, a new free-to-view streaming platform dedicated to showcasing large-scale African content, has launched its services in South Africa, MyBroadband reported. Powered by Sentech's Freevision Play over-the-top (OTT) platform, the service provides viewers worldwide with access to diverse African programming. Sentech said Afree TV brings together African broadcasters and content owners to amplify material from the continent on a global stage. It is a free, ad-supported television (FAST) service. 

BAHRAIN 12:16

STC Bahrain launches Mastercard's Click to Pay

STC Bahrain has announced the launch of Mastercard's Click to Pay service on the My STC BH app, letting customers pay bills, purchase add-ons, or buy digital gift cards with just one click. Mastercard's Click to Pay offers online checkout by eliminating manual card entry. Users can safely store multiple credit or debit cards, choosing their preferred payment method at checkout.

SPAIN 12:15

Telefonica's Movistar Plus restructures to boost content and growth

Telefonica has reorganised the editorial structure of its Movistar Plus pay-TV platform with the stated aim of driving growth, expanding content production and improving coordination across the service. The platform, which has dropped the "+" from its branding, said the overhaul will serve to strengthen its business focus and enhance the overall customer experience.

NAMIBIA 12:12

Huawei starts Namibian digital skills drive

The Namibian government has begun two digital skills initiatives led by Huawei, ITWeb reported. The Women in Tech Namibia scheme and the 2026 National Talent Cultivation Project for young people have been unveiled by ICT minister Emma Theofelus. They aim to expand digital inclusion, strengthen ICT skills development and prepare Namibia's workforce for emerging technologies.

GLOBAL 11:56

Lightera puts rollable ribbon cables centre stage at 2026 Fiber Connect

Lightera said it will attend Fiber Connect 2026 to spotlight its expanded range of rollable ribbon cables. These rollable ribbon cables were created by Lightera but are also marketed by its parent company, Furukawa Electric, with the aim of achieving unmatched core density, fibre counts ranging from 1,728 to 6,912 and cable diameters from 19.5 to 29 millimetres.

GLOBAL 11:54

Soracom FY sales up 38% on higher recurring revenue

Soracom has posted group turnover of JPY 12.4 billion (USD 78 million) for its fiscal year to end-March, an increase of 38.1 percent year-on-year. Sales growth accelerated from 13.4 percent in FY 2025, and Soracom said it finished well above estimates provided in February, which had been increased from its original projections. The share of recurring revenues reached 75 percent on a recurring turnover of JPY 9.3 billion, an increase of 41.7 percent year-on-year. Soracom is targeting a substantial revenue li

NORWAY 11:48

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

SURINAME 11:42

Telesur taps Squire for SBC upgrade

Suriname's state-owned operator Telesur has partnered with UK-based Squire Technologies to replace its existing Ribbon session border controller (SBC) as part of a network transformation aimed at expanding its B2B VoIP services. The migration will enable full SIP routing and interconnection, supporting the integration of legacy analogue and newer digital VoIP systems, said the partners.

FINLAND 11:34

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.

NORWAY 10:59

Midgard Infra offers advance deals to use entirely diverse new fibre route from Oslo to Stockholm

Midgard Infra said work should start in the second half of 2026 on a new, long-haul fibre route linking Oslo in Norway with Stockholm in Sweden with diversity from any existing line. The company is already engaging with prospective customers and offering duct, Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) and leased capacity agreements with construction-phase pricing available to anchor customers who commit prior to build commencement.

GLOBAL 10:49

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

MIDDLE EAST 10:47

Honor to install Own eSim app on smartphones in GCC region

Honor has partnered with Own eSim to bring the latter's app to its smartphones in the GCC region. Under the partnership, the Own eSim app will come pre-installed on select Honor devices via Google PAI (Pre-Activated Install), enabling customers to access and activate global connectivity services directly from their devices with greater ease and flexibility.

JORDAN 10:45

Orange Money Jordan signs partnership with Western Union

Orange Money Jordan signed a strategic agreement with Western Union and its agent Musharbash Exchange. The three parties are working together to launch and develop money transfer services through the Orange Money mobile platform. Under this collaboration, Orange Money wallet users will be able to send and receive money transfers worldwide through the Western Union network. 

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