HCLTech to open AI Data Centre, Global Technology Centre in Bhubaneswar
HCLTech has signed an agreement with the Government of Odisha to set up a Global Technology Centre in Bhubaneswar. The facility will deliver AI-based digital services to global enterprises. The Technology Center will complement HCLTech's proposed AI Data Centre in the upcoming Odisha Sovereign AI Park. HCLTech also reports that its Bhubaneswar Technology Center will house 5,000 people and is expected to start operations by 2028.
HCLTech to open AI Data Centre, Global Technology Centre in Bhubaneswar
HCLTech has signed an agreement with the Government of Odisha to set up a Global Technology Centre in Bhubaneswar. The facility will deliver AI-based digital services to global enterprises. The Technology Center will complement HCLTech's proposed AI Data Centre in the upcoming Odisha Sovereign AI Park. HCLTech also reports that its Bhubaneswar Technology Center will house 5,000 people and is expected to start operations by 2028.
T-Mobile, AT&T Fiber top latest Ookla US connectivity report
The latest Ookla connectivity report on US mobile and fixed networks (covering H1 2026) shows that T-Mobile had the Best Mobile Network and Best 5G Network. It registered a median mobile download speed of 275.55 Mbps, with a median 5G download speed of 314.38 Mbps. T-Mobile also offered the best mobile quality of experience, with the best gaming and video streaming experiences across all technologies combined, and especially for 5G.
T-Mobile, AT&T Fiber top latest Ookla US connectivity report
The latest Ookla connectivity report on US mobile and fixed networks (covering H1 2026) shows that T-Mobile had the Best Mobile Network and Best 5G Network. It registered a median mobile download speed of 275.55 Mbps, with a median 5G download speed of 314.38 Mbps. T-Mobile also offered the best mobile quality of experience, with the best gaming and video streaming experiences across all technologies combined, and especially for 5G.
Verizon wins USD 1 billion dark fibre connectivity contract with Google
Verizon has signed a contract worth over USD 1 billion to supply dark fibre connectivity to Google's data centres, reports Reuters. The contract was confirmed by Verizon CEO Dan Schulman during a post-earnings call, with the company expecting to unveil more contracts by end-2026. Schulman said these contracts will generate revenue of "multiple billions of dollars' in the coming years.
Verizon wins USD 1 billion dark fibre connectivity contract with Google
Quebecor welcomes Federal Court ruling on pirate website blocking
Canadian telecoms and media group Quebecor has welcomed a Federal Court ruling that strengthens the blocking of pirate sites/services that rebrand or move to new domains to avoid enforcement action. In a statement, Quebecor said that judicial site blocking was "indispensable" for protecting consumers and creators against digital piracy; adding that it was important for legal tools to adapt to the "sophisticated tactics" of criminals profiting from stolen content.
Quebecor welcomes Federal Court ruling on pirate website blocking
Canadian government consults on increasing AI transparency
The Canadian government has announced a public consultation on AI transparency, seeking views on how to boost transparency for AI systems and AI-created content. This will help build public trust in safe, reliable and responsible AI technology, a commitment in the government's National AI Strategy. The consultation closes on 23 September 2026.
Canadian government consults on increasing AI transparency
The Athletic Video Hub launches on FuboTV
FuboTV is expanding a multi-year partnership with digital sports media company The Athletic with the launch of The Athletic Video Hub on Fubo. This makes sports video connected from The Athletic available on connected TV (CTV) for the first time. Fubo is the official live streaming partner of The Athletic.
The Athletic Video Hub launches on FuboTV
Charter Communications loses 172,000 broadband customers in Q2
Charter Communications has reported revenue of USD 13.5 billion for Q2 2026, down 1.7 percent from the year-earlier quarter on lower residential video revenue. Net income attributable to shareholders was USD 1.3 billion for the quarter, with adjusted EBITDA down 4.3 percent to USD 5.4 billion. Capital expenditure reached USD 2.9 billion in Q2, with net cash flows from operating activities up to USD 3.9 billion, from USD 3.6 million a year earlier.
Charter Communications loses 172,000 broadband customers in Q2
Meta launches new purpose-built app for Facebook Marketplace sellers
Meta has announced a new app for Facebook Marketplace sellers. The purpose-built Seller app gives them dedicated tools such as a unified inbox, AI-powered listing creation, inventory management and performance insights. It is available on the App Store in the US for users aged 18+. The launch comes as Facebook Markets marks 10 years of operation in 2026.
Meta launches new purpose-built app for Facebook Marketplace sellers
Vodafone warns regulations, energy costs holding back UK mobile investment
The UK is falling behind international competitors in the race to upgrade digital infrastructure, according to new research from VodafoneThree. The 'Mobile Market Index' study of 10 markets in Europe, Asia and the US shows that the currently regulatory environment is holding back UK connectivity infrastructure investment. The study ranks the UK 8 out of 10 countries for the competitiveness of its operating environment for mobile networks - behind nations such as the US, Germany, Australia, Singapore and S K
Vodafone warns regulations, energy costs holding back UK mobile investment
Verizon raises FY forecasts after Q2 service revenue growth and record adjusted EBITDA
US operator Verizon says it now expects mobility and broadband service revenue to rise by approximately 4.0 percent in the fourth quarter of 2026 as it reported a 2.8 percent year-on-year increase in the second quarter to USD 23.4 billion. It is also raising its forecasts for FY cash flow from operations, free cash flow and adjusted EPS, saying its "exceptional" Q2 financial and operational figures demonstrate that its customer-first strategic transformation is driving sustainable growth and momentum. Adjus
Verizon raises FY forecasts after Q2 service revenue growth and record adjusted EBITDA
TIM Brasil and CPFL Energia partner for private 450 MHz network
Brazilian electricity distributor CPFL Energia has partnered with telecoms operator TIM Brasil to install a BRL 60 million private 450 MHz network. The project will connect 65 substations and roughly 2,500 smart grid devices in 50 municipalities in the states of Sao Paulo and Rio Grande do Sul. TIM will handle the installation and integration of the core telecommunications infrastructure.
