Ofcom says 26% of UK viewers turn to Netflix as first video choice
The latest annual Media Nations report from UK regulator Ofcom shows that one quarter (26%) of viewers use Netflix as their first choice when looking for something to watch, followed by the BBC at 25 percent, ITV at 15 percent and YouTube at 10 percent. Netflix is highest first choice for 25-34 year olds (39%) and YouTube is highest among 16-24 year olds (23%).
Ofcom says 26% of UK viewers turn to Netflix as first video choice
The latest annual Media Nations report from UK regulator Ofcom shows that one quarter (26%) of viewers use Netflix as their first choice when looking for something to watch, followed by the BBC at 25 percent, ITV at 15 percent and YouTube at 10 percent. Netflix is highest first choice for 25-34 year olds (39%) and YouTube is highest among 16-24 year olds (23%).
Telefonica improves cash flow target after stronger growth in Spain, Brazil
Telefonica has increased its target for annual cash flow in 2026 after a small acceleration in its growth in the second quarter in Spain and Brazil. Quarterly revenues rose 3.0 percent year-on-year to EUR 8.265 billion, and adjusted EBITDA increased 6.4 percent to EUR 2.933 billion. On an organic basis excluding forex, revenues were flat, as 0.9 percent growth in services was offset by lower handset sales. Nevertheless, organic EBITDA growth improved to 2.7 percent from 1.8 percent in the first quarter, tha
Telefonica improves cash flow target after stronger growth in Spain, Brazil
Telefonica has increased its target for annual cash flow in 2026 after a small acceleration in its growth in the second quarter in Spain and Brazil. Quarterly revenues rose 3.0 percent year-on-year to EUR 8.265 billion, and adjusted EBITDA increased 6.4 percent to EUR 2.933 billion. On an organic basis excluding forex, revenues were flat, as 0.9 percent growth in services was offset by lower handset sales. Nevertheless, organic EBITDA growth improved to 2.7 percent from 1.8 percent in the first quarter, tha
Polish broadcaster Telewizja Republika launches own MVNO
Polish broadcaster Telewizja Republika has launched a MVNO under the Republika Mobile brand. The MVNO offers two postpaid tariff plans: unlimited calls and SMS plus 8 GB on 5G for PLN 24 per month, or unlimited calls and SMS with 50 GB for PLN 36.
Polish broadcaster Telewizja Republika launches own MVNO
Makedonski Telekom claims six Ookla Awards in H1
North Macedonia's Makedonski Telekom has captured six Speedtest Awards from Ookla for performance in the first half of 2026. The company was named best overall mobile network, fastest mobile network, and top performer for mobile gaming and video experiences, while also claiming the top spot for best and fastest fixed network in North Macedonia. The company attributes its market lead to a quarter-century investment strategy totalling EUR 1.19 billion in modernisation and infrastructure.
Makedonski Telekom claims six Ookla Awards in H1
Montenegro's telecom operators invest over EUR 71 million in 2025
Montenegrin telecom operators injected EUR 71.44 million into network development and high-speed service expansion nationwide through 2025, according to figures from regulator Ekip. Although total outlay dipped 11.66 percent from 2024's EUR 80.87 million peak, capital expenditure in the sector remains exceptionally high. Industry figures show telecommunications providers have invested more than EUR 798 million in Montenegrin infrastructure over the past decade. Projected capital spending is set to exceed EU
Montenegro's telecom operators invest over EUR 71 million in 2025
Polish power company Enea Operator announces tender for GPRS services
Polish power company Enea Operator announced the launch of a tender process for the acquisition of packet radio data transmission services (GPRS) for metering and billing systems. The contract covers data transmission over approximately 2 million eSIMs and is considered one of the largest tenders of its kind in the energy market. The estimated value of the deal is approximately PLN 9 million, and the duration of the contract is 12 years. The deadline for submitting bids is 31 August.
Polish power company Enea Operator announces tender for GPRS services
TIM Brasil talks to Starlink on D2D services
TIM Brasil is revamping its commercial portfolio to push "convergent" service bundles, combining mobile plans, fixed fibre broadband, and digital entertainment, to boost subscriber retention and ARPU, reported O Estado de Sao Paulo. Beyond convergence, CEO Alberto Griselli confirmed to the daily that TIM is in discussions with SpaceX's Starlink to partner on direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity. The operator is specifically targeting Starlink's next-generation satellite constellation, expected in 2
TIM Brasil talks to Starlink on D2D services
VodafoneZiggo joins Responsible Business Alliance
VodafoneZiggo has become an Affiliate Member of the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), a global coalition of companies working together to improve responsible business conduct across supply chains. The RBA's roots in electronics make the alliance especially relevant for VodafoneZiggo, as many of the tools, training programmes and initiatives focus on supply chains connected to technology, hardware and raw materials, the Dutch operator said.
VodafoneZiggo joins Responsible Business Alliance
Kijk tries pay-per-view football streaming with Ajax pre-season friendly
Kijk, the streaming service from Dutch broadcaster Talpa Media, is planning its first pay-per-view football match on Sunday, 02 August. The friendly between FC Volendam and Ajax will cost EUR 3.99, with no other subscription needed. The live stream begins at 14.30 hours and is available also outside the Netherlands.
Kijk tries pay-per-view football streaming with Ajax pre-season friendly
Delta launches 2 Gbps at EUR 65 per month, lowers other cable broadband prices
Dutch operator Delta has launched a new 2 Gbps broadband plan on its cable network, for EUR 65 per month. The company also lowered prices for other broadband subscriptions over cable.
Delta launches 2 Gbps at EUR 65 per month, lowers other cable broadband prices
Macau telecom market sees drop in mobile and fixed lines in June, fibre grows
Macau's telecommunications sector posted a mixed performance in June, as slight contractions in mobile and traditional fixed-line connections were offset by modest gains in broadband internet subscriptions, according to data released by regulator CTT. Total active mobile connections fell to 1.435 million in June, down from 1.439 million in May. Postpaid 5G retained its dominant position in the mobile market with 934,742 subscribers, followed by 269,567 prepaid 5G users. Legacy LTE services comprised the rem
