Illegal streaming costs UK economy GBP 1.35 billion a year - BeStreamWise
UNITED KINGDOM 12:27

Illegal streaming costs UK economy GBP 1.35 billion a year - BeStreamWise

Illegal streaming costs the UK economy a minimum of GBP 1.35 billion in lost annual revenue, according to a new report from WPI Economics for BeStreamWise. The estimated losses are equivalent to more than 10,000 less jobs - including over 4,000 in broadcasting and media productions; and 6,200 across connected industries such as publishing, advertising, retail and the wider creative economy.

Liquid Intelligent Zimbabwe offers SMEs integrated connectivity bundles
ZIMBABWE 12:20

Liquid Intelligent Zimbabwe offers SMEs integrated connectivity bundles

Liquid Intelligent Technologies Zimbabwe, a business of Cassava Technologies, has launched a new suite of digital services to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) improve operational efficiency and maintain compliance. The SME Bundles are available in Basic and Standard packages and combine fibre connectivity, Microsoft 365 applications, cloud backup and the Liquid POS cloud-based fiscalisation platform under a single monthly subscription.

Sky launches new TV/film entertainment apprenticeship scheme
UNITED KINGDOM 12:18

Sky launches new TV/film entertainment apprenticeship scheme

Sky has partnered with the National Film & Television School (NFTS) to launch a new apprenticeship programme for aspiring creatives to break into the film and TV industry. Two successful applicants will work behind the scenes at Sky Entertainment, with the 15-month scheme starting in January 2027.  Applications open on 07 September through the NFTS website.

Deutsche Telekom tops Ookla consistency ranking for H1 cellular data service in Europe
EUROPE 12:14

Deutsche Telekom tops Ookla consistency ranking for H1 cellular data service in Europe

Ookla has published an assessment of user speed consistency in European mobile networks in the first half of this year.  According to the study, Deutsche Telekom's domestic unit ranked as the most consistent mobile network, with 73.3 percent of its samples meeting the required 50 Mbps/10 Mbps threshold in H1. Fewer than 5 percentage points separated the five leading operators, with DT's Slovak Telekom unit in second place with a 71.8 percent score, followed by Yettel Bulgaria (70.7 percent), Telia Denmark (

Orange Spain, Libelium launch Nexmo mobility data space at Madrid's UC3M
SPAIN 12:10

Orange Spain, Libelium launch Nexmo mobility data space at Madrid's UC3M

Orange Spain and IoT specialist Libelium have announced the launch of Nexmo, a smart city-focused data platform promoted by Madrid's Carlos III University (UC3M) under the EU-funded MovEDIHub project. The platform is designed to help public bodies and companies exchange mobility information securely to support urban transport planning and sustainability initiatives.

Telecel Ghana runs SME Month 2026
GHANA 12:06

Telecel Ghana runs SME Month 2026

Telecel Ghana has launched the 2026 edition of its annual Small and Medium-Scale Enterprise (SME) Month, aiming to help emerging businesses scale up and achieve sustainable growth. Led by Telecel Business, it delivers practical business support, digital services and growth opportunities to Ghanaian SMEs through activities to build skills, deploy technology, expand market access and strengthen networks. Nii Lartey, acting director of enterprise business at Telecel Ghana, said this year's campaign aims to emp

Ooredoo Maldives launches 24-hour Supernet service for FDC flat residents
MALDIVES 11:57

Ooredoo Maldives launches 24-hour Supernet service for FDC flat residents

Ooredoo Maldives has announced that residents moving into newly built Fahi Dhiriulhun Corporation (FDC) flats can receive an Ooredoo SuperNet connection within 24 hours of applying. The fast turnaround ensures instant access for remote work, online learning, entertainment and everyday communication. State-owned FDC was established by presidential decree in 2019 to provide social housing to Maldivian citizens.

Citymesh capital injection eases doubts over Digi Belgium future
BELGIUM 11:54

Citymesh capital injection eases doubts over Digi Belgium future

The big question on the Belgian telecom market is whether Digi can succeed as the fourth network operator. And how long will that take? The Belgian market has long been dominated by three players: Proximus, Telenet and Orange (Voo). Together they account for 97 percent of broadband customers and 93.5 percent of mobile lines, despite various virtual players. Are Digi Belgium's shareholders (Romania-based Digi Communications and Belgium's Citymesh) fully committed to the venture? Since they launched the joint

Tecno debuts Camon Slim 5G handset
GLOBAL 11:47

Tecno debuts Camon Slim 5G handset

Tecno has introduced the latest market entry in its Camon smartphone line-up. The upcoming Camon Slim 5G sports a "slim" unibody that spans 6.39 millimetres while hosting a 6,000 mAh battery for all-day use. Camon Slim 5G will launch in "various markets" in five colour schemes: Burgundy Red, Neo Mondrian, Matisse Black, Van Gogh Blue and Rebel Pink.  Each colourway aims to achieve distinct styling, ranging from fibre glass and matte textures in Burgundy Red to photochromic materials in Neo Mondrian and fluo

Samsung Wallet adds Scan to Pay QR payments for South African Galaxy users
SOUTH AFRICA 11:43

Samsung Wallet adds Scan to Pay QR payments for South African Galaxy users

African payment services provider EFT Corporation has embedded Scan to Pay QR functionality into Samsung Wallet for South African Galaxy users. It enables secure. contactless transactions at thousands of retail, fuel, biller and e-commerce touchpoints nationwide. The integration eliminates card searches, terminal delays and PIN entries. Users open Samsung Wallet, scan the code and confirm the payment.

Indotel consults on new telecom law, excludes Chinese vendors
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC 11:35

Indotel consults on new telecom law, excludes Chinese vendors

The Dominican Institute of Telecommunications (Indotel) has opened a public consultation on a draft General Law on Telecommunications, Digital Infrastructure and Connectivity aimed at overhauling the sector's 1998 legal framework. The published proposal seeks to streamline licensing and operational procedures through a single concession regime and an electronic window, while expanding regulatory oversight to cover public and private networks, active and passive infrastructure, spectrum, orbital resources, s

MTN South Africa faces investigation over alleged spam calls
SOUTH AFRICA 11:32

MTN South Africa faces investigation over alleged spam calls

The Information Regulator of South Africa has referred MTN and insurer OUTsurance to its enforcement committee over alleged breaches of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), MyBroadband reported. Chairperson Pansy Tlakula said both companies face investigation over allegations of unsolicited direct marketing campaigns targeting customers and other data subjects. Tlakula said the regulator received over 3,800 complaints in 2025 with approximately 10 percent specifically targeting unlawful direc

BAHRAIN 11:24

STC Bahrain partners with Cloudflare to broaden managed security range

STC Bahrain has announced a partnership with Cloudflare finalised during the LEAP tech conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to bolster the Bahraini firm's managed security offerings with products from the globally recognised cybersecurity provider. Using Cloudflare's global security architecture, STC Bahrain is broadening its enterprise cybersecurity capabilities on a globally trusted platform, improving its ability to address complex customer security needs without building infrastructure from scratch.

GLOBAL 11:17

Silicon Labs celebrates launch of new R&D facility backed by Texas state funding

Texas-based IoT chipset and module developer Silicon Labs has formally marked the opening of a new semiconductor R&D laboratory in its home city. Situated in Austin, Texas, the project's completion was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by  Silicon Labs' leadership and Texas state representatives. Part-funded through a USD 23 million grant from the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF), this investment aims to expand Silicon Labs' capacity for developing, testing, and validating next-generati

GLOBAL 11:16

Global CPE sales up almost 6% in H1 - Dataxis

Global revenues to manufacturers of customer premises equipment, including broadband, TV and video devices, rose 5.7 percent in the first half of 2026 to USD 11.4 billion, according to figures from Dataxis Research. The year-on-year increase was driven 6.7 percent growth in the broadband CPE segment to USD 8.5 billion, while TV and video devices lifted 2.8 percent to USD 2.3 billion.

GLOBAL 11:07

Truecaller brings out Post-Call Actions to prompt customer task completion

Caller identification service provider Truecaller said it has brought out a service named Post-Call Actions to prompt consumers to complete related tasks straight after a voice call ends. Post-Call Actions send a branded "action card" at the end of a conversation for consumer response while they are paying attention. This avoids them waiting for a link or in a queue, or having to download an application, Truecaller said. The next step is one tap away, it added.

DENMARK 10:39

Norlys appoints chief information security officer at Sinal

Norlys has announced the appointment of Bo Rising as chief information security officer (CISO) at its wholesale fibre arm Sinal from 17 August. He will ensure a high level of security for the fibre network at this time of geopolitical uncertainty and sharp focus on critical infrastructure. He has worked since 2025 as an independent cybersecurity consultant after founding Rising Security Consulting. From 2022 to 2025, he was deputy director of IT security with responsibility for governance, risk management a

COLOMBIA 10:28

Liberty Networks adds Starlink to B2B offer in four LatAm markets

Liberty Networks has officially added Starlink satellite connectivity to its enterprise portfolio in Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala and the Dominican Republic, operating as an authorised Starlink distributor. As a result, the company now offers low-latency satellite links to B2B clients in addition to fibre optics, cybersecurity and managed services.

PHILIPPINES 10:21

Smart Communications offers 40% discount on 5G Home WiFi device

Philippines operator Smart Communications is offering a 40 percent discount on its Smart 5G Max Home Wi-Fi device. Until 20 November, customers can acquire the Smart 5G Max Home Wi-Fi device for PHP 2,995, down from the standard price of PHP 4,990.

GLOBAL 10:13

GSMA calls for clarity on upper 6 GHz policies to drive cellular investment

The GSMA has urged regulators to ensure that the cellular industry can capitalise on upper 6 GHz spectrum allocations, arguing that operators are ready to commercialise these frequencies but require clarity on licensing strategies to support investments. The global  trade alliance estimates more than 80 percent of the world's population live somewhere that supports IMT licences in the 6.425-7.125 GHz range, following its harmonisation for this purpose at the 2023 World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC). M

FRANCE 10:12

TDF uses Big Blue Marble's Nakolos platform for 5G Broadcast roll-out

French infrastructure operator TDF has been relying on the expertise of Austria-based technical partner Big Blue Marble for the large-scale 5G Broadcast pilot that started at the end of June, targeting an initial footprint of 12 million people across four metropolitan areas in France. Formed through a collaboration between Austria's national broadcaster ORS and Insys Video Technologies, Big Blue Marble has developed the Nakolos 5G Broadcast Core offering for content providers and network operators, integrat

FINLAND 10:11

Finland makes fibre available to 23,000 premises under EU RRF scheme from 2022 to 2026

Finnish transport and communications agency Traficom said that fibre connections were made available to almost 23,000 permanent residences, holiday homes and businesses under the European Union's Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF)  from 2022 to 2026. Over 2,600 kilometres of new fibre networks were laid nationwide. The programme improved access to fibre broadband in sparsely populated areas lacking commercial deployment.

SWEDEN 09:45

PTS probes Bahnhof's contract change notice period

Swedish telecoms regulator PTS said it is responding to complaints by investigating Bahnhof's compliance with legal requirements to inform customers of changes to its terms and conditions. The watchdog has asked the broadband provider a number of questions and Bahnhof has until 18 September to reply.

UNITED KINGDOM 09:43

Tesco Mobile ends 2025 with 5.9 mln customers; as revenue grows 11%

UK MVNO Tesco Mobile, JV between supermarket retailer Tesco and Virgin Media O2, has reported revenue of GBP 1.23 billion for the 12 months to 31 December 2025, up 11 percent from GBP 1.11 billion in 2024. Growth in the pre-paid segment was driven by increased trade in premium handsets. Tesco Mobile ended 2025 with a total of 5.9 million customers, up from 5.7 million at end-2024; of which 4.6 million were post-paid customers, up 7 percent from 4.3 million a year earlier. The pre-paid customer base remained

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