1&1 Versatel, Ionos to cut jobs in United Internet cost-cutting drive
United Internet announced the implementation of corporate restructuring plans for 1&1's enterprise subsidiary 1&1 Versatel and hosting services provider Ionos that will lead to a reduction in their workforces. 1&1 Versatel will restructure its organisation, processes and IT structures to increase productivity. The company will cut the workforce from currently around 1,350 to approximately 1,000 full-time employees. 1&1 expects one-off expenses of around EUR 60 million in 2026 from the changes. Following the
1&1 Versatel, Ionos to cut jobs in United Internet cost-cutting drive
United Internet announced the implementation of corporate restructuring plans for 1&1's enterprise subsidiary 1&1 Versatel and hosting services provider Ionos that will lead to a reduction in their workforces. 1&1 Versatel will restructure its organisation, processes and IT structures to increase productivity. The company will cut the workforce from currently around 1,350 to approximately 1,000 full-time employees. 1&1 expects one-off expenses of around EUR 60 million in 2026 from the changes. Following the
Zaaz secures BRL 157 million in funding for fibre expansion in Brazil
Brazilian broadband provider Zaaz Telecom (a Waiken ILW holding company) has secured BRL 157 million in total credit from Brazil public bank BNDES to expand fibre-optic infrastructure across Sao Paulo, Minas Gerais and Parana. The financing includes BRL 131 million from the Fund for the Universalisation of Telecommunications Services (Fust) to build 1,700 km of high-capacity transport network across 45 municipalities, bringing broadband access to 189 locations and reaching nearly 50,000 households. An addit
Zaaz secures BRL 157 million in funding for fibre expansion in Brazil
Brazilian broadband provider Zaaz Telecom (a Waiken ILW holding company) has secured BRL 157 million in total credit from Brazil public bank BNDES to expand fibre-optic infrastructure across Sao Paulo, Minas Gerais and Parana. The financing includes BRL 131 million from the Fund for the Universalisation of Telecommunications Services (Fust) to build 1,700 km of high-capacity transport network across 45 municipalities, bringing broadband access to 189 locations and reaching nearly 50,000 households. An addit
Kineis names Thomas Hiriart as general manager
French IoT constellation operator Kineis announced the appointment of Thomas Hiriart as general manager. With a proven experience in the space sector and strategic consulting, Hiriart joins the company from Ion-X, a satellite propulsion specialist where he spent over four years as CEO. The announcement coincides with the publication of a trading update confirming progress in Kineis' financial and commercial performance.
Kineis names Thomas Hiriart as general manager
Dutch govt consults again on numbering policy changes to combat spoofing, fraud
The Dutch government has opened a consultation on tightening rules for allocating and managing phone numbers. The proposed changes to the Telecoms Act are expected to help combat number spoofing, phishing and bank help desk fraud, which have grown in occurrence in recent years. Interested market parties have until 25 September to comment on the proposals.
Dutch govt consults again on numbering policy changes to combat spoofing, fraud
Videotron, CIEL publish 'first mobile phone' guide for families
Canadian telecoms operator Videotron has partnered with the Centre for Online Emotional Intelligence (CIEL) to launch a new guide for Quebec families giving their child their first mobile phone. The booklet is structured around four sections - Let's Chat, a question activity for parents and children to take turns answering questions about their phone habits and expectations; Let's admit that, offering suggestions for responding to difficult scenarios children might encounter online; The 5 golden rules, with
Videotron, CIEL publish 'first mobile phone' guide for families
OIV and Thales to upgrade Croatian Air Force combat communications
The Croatian Ministry of Defence, Thales, and local infrastructure operator Odasiljaci i Veze (OIV) have formally launched the Ground-to-Air Networks (GAN) project to modernise the Croatian Air Force's communication architecture. The contract integrates Thales' encrypted voice, Tactical Data Links and cybersecurity products across a national network of seven terrestrial radio sites linked to the primary operations centre. Serving as the local integrator, OIV will oversee site preparation, system integration
OIV and Thales to upgrade Croatian Air Force combat communications
Deutsche Telekom integrates cloud platform Codesphere into T-Cloud ecosystem
Deutsche Telekom has integrated cloud platform Codesphere into the T-Cloud ecosystem. Codesphere will run on T-Cloud and connect infrastructure with existing hyperscaler and on-premises environments. This means that applications can be developed and operated across different infrastructures without requiring an overhaul of the existing IT landscape. The company intends to strengthen the partnership with Codesphere going forward, to implement projects for customers. The partners will identify applications a
Deutsche Telekom integrates cloud platform Codesphere into T-Cloud ecosystem
iCana expands into Wi-Fi front-end modules with early offering targeting Wi-Fi 7, 8 equipment
Taiwanese fabless RF parts supplier iCana has introduced its first family of RF front-end modules for Wi-Fi 7 and Wi-Fi 8 applications. The offering starts with three front-end modules, covering 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands. This marks iCana's entry into the Wi-Fi networking segment, expanding its activity beyond 5G infrastructure into wireless access points, routers, gateways, and other premises equipment. iCana believes it is well positioned to serve device OEMs as global Wi-Fi 7 activity ramps up throu
iCana expands into Wi-Fi front-end modules with early offering targeting Wi-Fi 7, 8 equipment
EBRD exits Digi Communications shareholding
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has fully exited its investment in Romanian telecom provider Digi Communications after selling its final 3.525 million Class B shares via an accelerated book-building placement on the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BSE). Since anchoring Digi's landmark IPO in 2017 with an initial 3.25 percent stake, the EBRD's involvement helped elevate the BSE to FTSE Secondary Emerging Market status and expanded Digi's free float to 25 percent. The divestment follows
EBRD exits Digi Communications shareholding
OIF launches 1.6 Tbps coherent optical interface spec
The Open Internetworking Forum's 1600ZR coherent optical interface specification has officially been published, enabling standardised pluggable transceivers which convert Ethernet traffic into 1.6 Tbps optical bandwidth at up to 120 kilometres, using single-wavelength or DWDM signals. The 1600 ZR Implementation Agreement thus doubles the capacity of existing 800ZR connections, defining an interoperable coherent line interface and frame format for amplified links between multiple server locations.
OIF launches 1.6 Tbps coherent optical interface spec
Global server spend up 52% to record USD 166 bln in Q2
Worldwide server market revenue reached a record USD 166.3 billion in the second quarter of 2026, up 52.0 percent year on year, according to the latest data from IDC. The surge reflects sustained investment in AI infrastructure by hyperscalers and large cloud providers, with growth now driven by both higher shipment volumes and elevated average selling prices across accelerated and non-accelerated systems.
