Swedish watchdog raises several objections to EU DNA proposals
SWEDEN 12:30

Swedish watchdog raises several objections to EU DNA proposals

Swedish telecoms regulator PTS says that the EU Commission's proposed Digital Networks Act (DNA) risks severely limiting member states' abilities to adapt the regulation nationally. PTS has submitted its response to the proposal to the Swedish government, saying harmonised rules at EU level have great value but should not be at the expense of the ability to take local and regional conditions into account.

WindTre enters smart security market with home alarm launch
ITALY 12:14

WindTre enters smart security market with home alarm launch

Italian operator WindTre has further expanded its diversification strategy with the launch of a smart home and business alarm service, entering a growing segment for connected security systems. The new offer, dubbed WindTre Casa e Negozio Protetti, was developed in partnership with Protecta Group, a specialist in professional security systems, to address rising demand for home and workplace protection, said the operator, which has also moved into the insurance and energy markets as part of its bid to evolve

Swedish telecoms watchdog paper sets out civil defence considerations for decade to 2035
SWEDEN 12:06

Swedish telecoms watchdog paper sets out civil defence considerations for decade to 2035

Swedish telecoms regulator PTS has announced its publication of a policy document cover the decade until 2035, under the title 'Civil defence and crisis preparations within telecommunications'. It says telecoms is one of the areas of highest priority in defence decisions and the document aims to support players in the sector as well as PTS internally.

Equal1 announces quantum computing partnership with Q-CTRL
IRELAND 11:56

Equal1 announces quantum computing partnership with Q-CTRL

Equal1, Dublin-based quantum computing technology company, has announced a partnership with Q-CTRL, global provider of quantum infrastructure software. This will see Q-CTRL's infrastructure software for autonomous calibration integrated with Equal1's silicon-based quantum computers - to power mass deployment of rack-mount quantum computers in enterprise data centres.

Swedish reports of privacy and security incidents decline in 2025
SWEDEN 11:44

Swedish reports of privacy and security incidents decline in 2025

Swedish telecoms regulator PTS said that it received 327 reports of privacy and security incidents in 2025. The number of security incidents was slightly lower than in 2024. Of the events reported, PTS considers that 28 were genuine incidents. The most common causes of security incidents in 2025 were system errors, such as software bugs or hardware failures, as well as incidents caused by third parties.

Gonzalez named director of Spain's Lowi
SPAIN 11:37

Gonzalez named director of Spain's Lowi

Vodafone Spain has announced the appointment of Jon González as director of its low-cost brand Lowi, tasked with further accelerating customer acquisition across fibre, mobile and pay-TV. The move is part of Vodafone's strategy under CEO José Miguel García to strengthen Lowi as a key driver of growth in the consumer market.

Telenor Sweden reaches 76% procurement from suppliers with science-based climate goals
SWEDEN 11:17

Telenor Sweden reaches 76% procurement from suppliers with science-based climate goals

Telenor Sweden said that 75.6 percent of its procurement is from suppliers that set science-based climate targets. At group level, Telenor overshot its 2025 scope 3 value chain goal of 66 percent sustainable procurement during the year, reaching 67.1 percent. The goal was validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). As the next phase in its sustainability efforts, Telenor has set its suppliers the target of reducing their carbon dioxide emissions by 28 percent by 2030.

Telia Finland could cut up to 90 jobs at B2C division
FINLAND 11:06

Telia Finland could cut up to 90 jobs at B2C division

Telia Finland said it will hold approximately three weeks of talks with a view to cutting up to 90 jobs in its consumer business division, out of 806 altogether. However, around 34 new positions could be created as it make changes to simplify and develop its operation. The negotiations will not affect the store network or customer service.

Morocco and Huawei sign pact on supporting gaming industry
MOROCCO 11:05

Morocco and Huawei sign pact on supporting gaming industry

Morocco's ministry of youth, culture and communication and Huawei Morocco signed a memorandum of understanding to develop the country's gaming industry and digital sector. Signed at the Gitex Africa conference, the agreement aims to build a competitive gaming ecosystem and accelerate growth in the sector ahead of the Morocco Gaming Expo 2026, scheduled for 20-24 May in Rabat.

Ooredoo Maldives launches cashback offer on fuel purchases
MALDIVES 11:04

Ooredoo Maldives launches cashback offer on fuel purchases

Ooredoo Maldives introduced a cashback offer through its mFaisaa platform, allowing users to receive MVR 20 back when spending MVR 50 on petrol at selected fuel sheds.The promotion applies to transactions made via mFaisaa at FSM and Hawks fuel sheds in Male and Hulhumale. Cashback is credited directly to the user's wallet after payment. 

Viaplay brings out Danish sport news website
DENMARK 10:48

Viaplay brings out Danish sport news website

Viaplay said it brought out a Danish sports new website on 07 April called Viaplaysportnews.dk, providing consumers with sports news, sporting highlights and opinions from Viaplay experts and sports journalists. Sports director for Viaplay Denmark Rune Knudsen said the site is sharp, straight-to-the-point and opinionated.

O2 UK activates 5G+ network across the West Midlands
UNITED KINGDOM 10:48

O2 UK activates 5G+ network across the West Midlands

Virgin Media O2 has activated its 5G+ mobile network across the West Midlands. This switch-on benefits up to 5 million people across 47 cities and large towns, 79 smaller towns and 597 rural villages. The standalone 5G network roll-out is part of the group's GBP 700 million Mobile Transformation Plan.

MYANMAR 10:44

Telenor faces civil class action for disclosing Myanmar customer information to military

A Swedish non-profit organisation called Justice and Accountability Initiative (JAI) said it has filed a civil class action suit against Telenor at Asker & Baerum District Court in Norway, claiming EUR 9,000 damages per customer whose information was handed to the Myanmar military from 2021 to 2022. JAI says Telenor will have the opportunity to respond formally to its claims that the parent company knew of and authorised the data sharing by Telenor Myanmar, despite the risks to the human rights of the mobil

PERU 10:15

Peru to invest USD 93 mln in Arequipa digital divide project

Peru's transport and communications ministry (MTC) said it will invest USD 93 million in a major project to connect digital divide areas across the southern Arequipa region. The initiative will eventually bring high-speed internet access to more than 141,000 people in 252 localities as well as 268 educational institutions, 121 health centres and 53 police stations.

EUROPE 10:12

Net Insight to lead on ESA and Swedish space agency-funded PNT project

Sweden's Net Insight announced it is leading an R&D project under the European Space Agency's Navigation Innovation and Support Programme (NAVISP) aimed at advancing more resilient positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) technology. The project scope is co-funded by the Swedish National Space Agency.

INDIA 10:12

India adds more than 7 million phone lines in February

Indian operators added 7.31 million telephone subscribers in February, ending the month with 1.32 billion fixed and mobile users nationwide, according to the latest figures from market regulator Trai. This represents an increase of 0.56 percent from January. India ended February with a mobile penetration rate of 89.30 percent and fixed penetration at 3.37 percent.

FRANCE 10:11

Bouygues Telecom launches fibre offer for SMEs under La Poste Mobile brand

La Poste Mobile, part of Bouygues Telecom since 2024, has expanded its fixed broadband portfolio with its first fibre offer for B2B clients, designed to meet the connectivity needs of SMEs. Named Bbox Pro Pulse, the new package costs EUR 44.99/month (excluding VAT), with a time-limited promotion providing a full rebate on the first two months, subject to a one-year contract commitment.

UNITED STATES 09:58

C Spire completes Mississippi Capital Projects Fund contract

C Spire has completed its section of the Mississippi Capital Projects Fund, providing residential fibre connectivity to more than 14,000 households and 18,530 undeveloped lots. The roll-out has connected some of the most underserved communities in the state, from Amite to Lincoln, Lamar, Madison, Desoto and Hinds counties. C Spire has completed the work on budget and ahead of schedule. 

UNITED STATES 09:40

TDS Telecom makes appointments to senior leadership team

US fibre broadband provider TDS Telecom has made new sales and customer experience appointments to its senior leadership team. This includes the appointment of Mark Nachman as Senior Vice President (SVP) of Sales; Henry Adamson as Vice President (VP) of Customer Service; Meghan Corcoran as VP of Marketing and Product Development; and Ilan Pragaspathy as VP of Growth and Transformation. 

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 09:32

Telphin launches omnichannel softphone for Chrome browser

Russian VoIP operator and cloud services provider Telphin has introduced an omnichannel communication solution designed for employees workly remotely. Based on the browser extension Telphin.Softphone, the service supports call to customers directly from Google Chrome, as well as processing incoming inquiries, sending and receiving text messages on the messengers Max, WhatsApp, Telegram and Avito, and using online chat. The option can analyse and summarise conversations using AI, based on direct access to ou

CZECH REPUBLIC 09:30

CRA hires former deputy minister to lead AI project

The Czech operator Ceske Radiokomunikace (CRA) has appointed Jan Kavalirek as director for EU AI Affairs. Kavalirek will act as a coordinator of the Czech AI Gigafactory (AIGF) project, responsible for CRA's cooperation in the field of artificial intelligence with commercial partners, state administration and the European Commission to ensure the successful implementation of the project. Kavalirek was previously the Government Commissioner for Artificial Intelligence and Deputy Minister of Industry and Trad

UNITED KINGDOM 09:30

UK startup unveils social media platform with protections against AI content

A UK startup is launching a social media outlet that prohibits uploads of AI-generated content. Founded by UK entrepreneur Ross Thorpe, Rooverse will launch its social media platform and mobile apps for Android and iOS devices on 14 April. The platform leverages a digital currency ecosystem called RooChip as the basis for creating an in-platform economy. Digital tokens also strengthen Rooverse's user ID layer, with new users asked to purchase a small amount to validate their account to help prevent AI-gener

POLAND 09:28

Polish Social Insurance Fund announces SD-WAN tender

Polish social insurance fund ZUS has announced a tender for providing WAN services using SD-WAN technology for its information system. According to the EU tender notice, the contract is worth an estimated PLN 15 million and will run for 48 months. The deadline for submitting bids is 05 May.

MADAGASCAR 09:28

Yas Madagascar launches digital centre at University of Antsiranana

Yas Madagascar has launched a new media library and digital centre at the University of Antsiranana to advance digital education and skills development in the country, Tech Review Africa reported. It provides students with access to digital resources, training opportunities and an environment to support innovation and talent development. The initiative forms part of the company's Tanora Now programme to promote digital inclusion through training aligned with current technological demands.

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