TP-Link signs US production deal to avoid foreign routers ban
TP-Link Systems is planning to start building its routers and networking gear in the US. The company said it signed a letter of intent with Key Tronic with the aim of beginning US-based production in 2027. The move is expected to help TP-Link avoid being excluded from the US market under the FCC's new policy of prohibiting foreign-produced routers.
TP-Link signs US production deal to avoid foreign routers ban
TP-Link Systems is planning to start building its routers and networking gear in the US. The company said it signed a letter of intent with Key Tronic with the aim of beginning US-based production in 2027. The move is expected to help TP-Link avoid being excluded from the US market under the FCC's new policy of prohibiting foreign-produced routers.
EU charges KKR with providing 'incorrect or misleading' information during NetCo buy
The European Commission has charged US private equity firm KKR with providing incorrect or misleading information during its EUR 22 billion acquisition of Telecom Italia's fixed-line network (NetCo) in 2024. The EC approved the deal in May 2024 after KKR gave assurances that it would not worsen wholesale access to the copper and fibre networks for rival operators, but later opened a formal investigation following complaints from several of those companies.
EU charges KKR with providing 'incorrect or misleading' information during NetCo buy
The European Commission has charged US private equity firm KKR with providing incorrect or misleading information during its EUR 22 billion acquisition of Telecom Italia's fixed-line network (NetCo) in 2024. The EC approved the deal in May 2024 after KKR gave assurances that it would not worsen wholesale access to the copper and fibre networks for rival operators, but later opened a formal investigation following complaints from several of those companies.
Orange, Vodafone, Deutsche Telekom, Telefonica confirm plans for joint bid for mobile satellite spectrum
Europe's biggest telecom operators have confirmed plans to explore setting up their own mobile satellite services company. Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefonica and Vodafone said in a joint statement that they have signed a letter of intent to consider a potential joint bid for the necessary spectrum for mobile satellite services (MSS) in Europe. This follows the European Union's plan to reserve part of such frequencies for a European company.
Orange, Vodafone, Deutsche Telekom, Telefonica confirm plans for joint bid for mobile satellite spectrum
Rocket Lab delays first Neutron launch to 2027
Rocket Lab has pushed back the date for its first launch with its medium-lift rocket, the Neutron, to 2027. It had previously hoped to inaugurate the new reusable rocket system before the end of 2026 but has encountered problems with manufacturing some of the rocket's parts, including new forms of carbon fibre composite used for the propellant tanks. The company said it was important to take the time to work out these issues so the platform and its efficient production model is secure and ready for long-ter
Rocket Lab delays first Neutron launch to 2027
US jury orders Comcast to pay USD 213 mln for violating streaming patent
A Florida jury has ruled that Comcast owes damages worth USD 213 million for violating a streaming video patent held by digital TV provider WhereverTV, reports Reuters. WhereverTV had claimed that Comcast's X1 set-top boxes infringed its patent for technology to integrate cable channels with streaming services. The lawsuit was filed in 2018, accusing Comcast of integrating the technology into its set-top boxes around 2012.
US jury orders Comcast to pay USD 213 mln for violating streaming patent
CMA proposes Strategic Market Status designation for Microsoft
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is proposing to designate Microsoft as having Strategic Market Status (SMS) in its business software ecosystem. The CMA is now consulting before reaching a final decision, with areas for potential action including how the company bundles its software. The CMA will also look at making it easier for developers to integrate their products with the Microsoft business software ecosystem. Interested parties can comment on on the consultation by 13 November 2026.
CMA proposes Strategic Market Status designation for Microsoft
DC-CIX expands US partnership with Digital Realty
DE-CIX is expanding a US partnership with Digital Realty, global provide of data centre colocation solutions, giving customers at 22 additional Digital Realty facilities in New York, Dallas, Phoenix and Chicago access to DE-CIX services through the Metro Connect service of Digital Realty. The agreement expands the reach of the DE-CIX interconnection platforms to all Digital Realty data centres in each of the four metro markets.
DC-CIX expands US partnership with Digital Realty
EDB to provide up to USD 31 mln for Astana data centre project
The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) and Kazakhstan company Akashi Data Centre have signed an agreement to provide up to USD 31.2 million in financing for a data centre project in Astana, according to the bank. The project will expand Kazakhstan's data storage and processing capacity and mark the first data centre construction project in the EDB's investment portfolio.
EDB to provide up to USD 31 mln for Astana data centre project
TF1-Netflix partnership drives 30 percent rise in viewing hours for TF1+
TF1, France's leading commercial broadcaster, said that the integration of its TF1+ streaming service on the Netflix platform has delivered very positive results since the launch of the partnership on 19 June. To date, the integration has driven a 30 percent year-on-year increase in viewing hours for TF1+. Additionally, nearly half of Netflix customers in France have watched at least one programme from the TF1+ catalogue. This confirms the encouraging indicators reported in July, and continues to exceed the
TF1-Netflix partnership drives 30 percent rise in viewing hours for TF1+
AT&T expands partnership with NBA, WNBA
AT&T has launched the fourth generation of the High-Speed Arena Network (HSAN) connectivity platform for the NBA and the WNBA. The network is used to transport live match content, replays, highlights, stats and in-arena programming to fans and business partners - supported by over 68,000 miles of AT&T fibre and network infrastructure.
AT&T expands partnership with NBA, WNBA
Mormugao Port secures authorisation to deploy private 5G network in India
Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) in Goa has secured Captive Non-Public Network (CNPN) authorisation for a private 5G network, becoming the first government autonomous body and the first major port in India to receive this authorisation. The proposed deployment is designed to support port digitisation and operational requirements, including smart port systems, cargo tracking and automated logistics.
