China Mobile H1 profit drops 6% despite boom in AI and computing services
China Mobile posted operating revenue of CNY 538 billion for the first half of 2026, which represents a decrease of 1.1 percent year-on-year. Revenue from computing services and AI services accounted for 22.6 percent of revenue from principal businesses, representing an increase of 2.2 percentage points year-on-year. Profit fell 6.3 percent to CNY 78.9 billion, while earnings per share amounted to CNY 3.64.
China Mobile H1 profit drops 6% despite boom in AI and computing services
China Mobile posted operating revenue of CNY 538 billion for the first half of 2026, which represents a decrease of 1.1 percent year-on-year. Revenue from computing services and AI services accounted for 22.6 percent of revenue from principal businesses, representing an increase of 2.2 percentage points year-on-year. Profit fell 6.3 percent to CNY 78.9 billion, while earnings per share amounted to CNY 3.64.
NBI to complete Offaly, Sligo fibre network builds in September
National Broadband Ireland (NBI) said the National Broadband Plan (NBP) rural fibre network roll-out is on track for completion in Offaly and Sligo counties in September. The NBP Intervention Area includes 13,000 premises in Offaly and 15,000 in Sligo county. The main NBP network build is on track to be completed nationwide by end-2026 - enabling high-speed broadband access for 566,000 rural homes, businesses and farms across Ireland.
NBI to complete Offaly, Sligo fibre network builds in September
National Broadband Ireland (NBI) said the National Broadband Plan (NBP) rural fibre network roll-out is on track for completion in Offaly and Sligo counties in September. The NBP Intervention Area includes 13,000 premises in Offaly and 15,000 in Sligo county. The main NBP network build is on track to be completed nationwide by end-2026 - enabling high-speed broadband access for 566,000 rural homes, businesses and farms across Ireland.
Rogers offers free satellite connectivity for wildfire-affected customers
Rogers Communications has activated free Rogers Satellite for all Rogers mobile customers, including businesses and government, across British Columbia as wildfires continues to burn. This will pilot how satellite-to-mobile technology can support public safety and help residents and communities stay connected in the event of an emergency or natural disaster.
Rogers offers free satellite connectivity for wildfire-affected customers
Rostelecom appoints new CEO at Turbo Cloud
Russian national operator Rostelecom has appointed Vladimir Volkov the CEO of its subsidiary Turbo Cloud. Volkov will also continue working as senior vice president for complex digital solutions at Rostelecom. Volkov will focus on strengthening Turbo Cloud's strategic position, developing its product portfolio for large customers, and scaling its technology platform. He intends to place particular emphasis on developing AI-based services and products for corporate clients.
Rostelecom appoints new CEO at Turbo Cloud
EllaLink subsea cable lands in Mauritania to boost internet resilience
The EllaLink subsea cable has landed in Nouadhibou, Mauritania, establishing a second international digital route for the country. This eliminates a single point of failure for the nation's internet access while boosting trans-Atlantic connectivity. The new connection provides a crucial layer of infrastructure resilience to prevent widespread internet blackouts.
EllaLink subsea cable lands in Mauritania to boost internet resilience
Mega becomes official operator of World Nomad Games
Kyrgyzstan operator Mega has become the official operator of the World Nomad Games which will take place in Kyrgyzstan in 2026. The operator will provide telecommunications services for the staff and participants of the games. The first World Nomad Games took place on the shores of Issyk-Kul Lake in 2014 and brought together athletes from 19 countries. In 2026 athletes from more than 90 countries are expected to participate.
Mega becomes official operator of World Nomad Games
Senegal's mobile price index records 16% decrease in Q2 driven by Orange
Senegal's IPSM report, which tracks price changes for mobile voice and data plans, found a 15.6 percent year-on-year decrease in the average price level for the three months to June, following a 16.6 percent drop in the first quarter. According to telecom authority ARTP, this decline continued to be caused entirely by a lower price level across the three usage profiles associated with high data consumption. Orange lowered prices by 24.5 percent on average, with the rate of decline unchanged from the first q
Senegal's mobile price index records 16% decrease in Q2 driven by Orange
Cable One appoints Chief Operating Officer
US broadband provider Cable One has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Heather McCallion to the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). She has over 25 years of executive leadership experience, most recently as Chief Experience Officer for cable operator WideOpenWest. She will join Cable One from 24 August and be responsible for the company's operational strategy, residential sales and marketing, customer care, customer experience, field operations and digital transformation.
Cable One appoints Chief Operating Officer
Vodafone says poor mobile connectivity holding back UK productivity
New research from VodafoneThree shows that Brits are lacking the connectivity to work on-the-go effectively; with one third feeling unable to leave their home or office Wi-Fi, and 46 percent spending most of the working day at a desk as a result of this lack of flexibility. This extends into the weekend, with 34 percent of Brits saying they could shorten their 'to do' list by being more productive on-the-go. VodafoneThree's research shows that Brits could unlock over three weeks a year of unproductive time
Vodafone says poor mobile connectivity holding back UK productivity
UTStarcom posts 26% fall in H1 revenues
China-headquartered telecoms vendor UTStarcom has reported a 26.1 percent fall in net sales to USD 3.4 million in the first half of 2026. The net loss widened to USD 5.1 million from USD 3.7 million one year earlier, reflecting a corresponding USD 1.8 million rise in operating losses to USD 6 million.
UTStarcom posts 26% fall in H1 revenues
Vodacom assists Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority to attract capital
Vodacom Tanzania and the Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority (TISEZA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU). The agreement pairs Tiseza's mandate to attract and coordinate investment with Vodacom's digital connectivity and enterprise services. By streamlining tech-enabled services for investors, they aim to improve the ease of doing business and to support Tanzania's position as a destination for foreign and local capital.
