Inter Venezuela taps Harmonic for 5G-ready mobile backhaul
VENEZUELA 13:12

Inter Venezuela taps Harmonic for 5G-ready mobile backhaul

Inter Venezuela, the country's largest private ISP, has deployed a nationwide XGS-PON-based mobile backhaul service using Harmonic's virtualised core and fibre infrastructure, announced the US broadband technology specialist. The rollout is designed to provide a cost-efficient alternative to traditional dedicated cellular links as mobile operators in Venezuela prepare for increased network density tied to future 5G deployments.

CPQD and Lactec to develop convergent 5G smart grid platform
BRAZIL 12:29

CPQD and Lactec to develop convergent 5G smart grid platform

Brazilian competence centres CPQD and Lactec have formalised a strategic partnership to integrate 5G Open RAN with smart grid infrastructure to enhance national technological sovereignty. The partnership's flagship initiative is SGHaul, a convergent platform designed to bridge the gap between "last-mile" sensor networks and high-speed backhaul. The platform unites 5G Open RAN with the IEEE 802.15.4 standard. By using a mesh network architecture (Wi-SUN), the system enables smart meters and sensors to re-est

Alloha Fibra returns to profitability in Q1
BRAZIL 10:43

Alloha Fibra returns to profitability in Q1

Alloha Fibra, the Brazilian internet provider behind the Giga+ brand, has reversed its previous losses, achieving a net profit of BRL 3.6 million in the first quarter of 2026.EBITDA reached BRL 220.6 million, an annual increase of 9.7 percent, while the EBITDA margin expanded to 52.6 percent, up from the 46 percent recorded in Q1 2025. Net revenue of BRL 420 million showed a slight year-on-year dip of 3.3 percent. The net debt-to-EBITDA ratio fell to 3.2x, while capex was reduced by 51.9 percent to BRL 83 m

Neutral Networks completes USD 100 mln Laredo-Queretaro backbone
MEXICO 09:25

Neutral Networks completes USD 100 mln Laredo-Queretaro backbone

Mexican dark fibre operator Neutral Networks has completed a 1,120 km backbone network linking Laredo, Texas, with Queretaro in northern Mexico, following an investment of around USD 100 million. The project's final phase, a Monterrey-Queretaro segment built over two years, is now operational and forms part of its "Next" network aimed at supporting rising demand for data-intensive technologies such as AI.

Brisanet sees 16% net revenue growth in Q1
BRAZIL 09:10

Brisanet sees 16% net revenue growth in Q1

Brisanet, a telecom provider covering Brazil's Northeast, reported 15.9 percent annual growth in net revenue to BRL 453.9 million for the first quarter of 2026, driven by fixed broadband growth and the surging mobile division. EBITDA reached BRL 191.8 million (+10.7%), and the EBITDA margin tightened from 47 percent to 42 percent. Net profit fell 6.5 percent year-on-year to BRL 19.1 million, impacted by higher operational costs, investment charges and expenses for the launch of mobile services in Midwest Br

V.tal to deploy 4G and 5G on Sao Paulo's new Metro Line 6
BRAZIL 09:07

V.tal to deploy 4G and 5G on Sao Paulo's new Metro Line 6

Brazilian wholesale network operator V.tal has partnered with the concessionaire Linha Uni to provide complete mobile connectivity for the future Line 6-Orange of the Sao Paulo subway. The project aims to ensure high-speed voice and data services are available across all 15.3 kilometres of the "College Line". V.tal's system will be shared by multiple mobile operators to offer 4G and 5G services to their respective customers.

Desktop's Q1 net profit drops 51%
BRAZIL 09:03

Desktop's Q1 net profit drops 51%

Brazilian regional telecom operator Desktop reported that its net profit for the first quarter of 2026 fell to BRL 9.6 million, a 50.9 percent year-on-year decrease. When adjusted, net profit stood at BRL 29.1 million, still reflecting a 29 percent decline from the previous year. This downturn was primarily attributed to a growth in service costs, net financial expenses and income tax and social contributions. Conversely, net revenue grew by 9 percent to BRL 321.7 million, bolstered by corporate services (B

Peruvians port over 520,000 lines in April
PERU 08:45

Peruvians port over 520,000 lines in April

A total of 520,465 Peruvian mobile users ported their phone number to another operator in April 2026, down 13,000 on the previous month's figure, according to the latest data from telecom regulator Osiptel. The result means more than 2 million users have requested a line change in the first four months of 2026, the vast majority of them corresponding to the postpay segment, said the watchdog.

Korea signs trilateral broadcast standards agreement with US and Brazil
BRAZIL 06:20

Korea signs trilateral broadcast standards agreement with US and Brazil

South Korea's  Telecommunications Technology Association (TTA) has signed an MoU with the Advanced Television Systems Committee (ATSC) in the United States and Brazil's SBTVD Forum to strengthen cooperation on next-generation terrestrial broadcasting standards. Under the agreement, the three organisations will establish a framework for cooperation on standards aimed at improving global interoperability for next-generation broadcasting services and products. 

DIDWW expands A2P SMS coverage across LatAm
LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN 12 MEI

DIDWW expands A2P SMS coverage across LatAm

DIDWW, a Dublin-based telecommunications provider, said it has expanded its application-to-person (A2P) SMS services across Latin America, adding new messaging routes aimed at supporting business communications in the region. The rollout covers around 20 countries including Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia and Chile, allowing local businesses to send messages through A2P channels designed for high-volume use. 

Telecom Argentina Q1 sales up over 33% on Movistar Argentina consolidation, FX gains
ARGENTINA 12 MEI

Telecom Argentina Q1 sales up over 33% on Movistar Argentina consolidation, FX gains

Telecom Argentina reported consolidated revenues of ARS 2.36 trillion in the three months ending 31 March 2026, up 33.6 percent year on year after adjusting for inflation of 32.6 percent. Net income before tax was ARS 643.0 billion in the first quarter, up from ARS 118.1 billion a year earlier thanks to increased operating income and foreign exchange gains, as well as the inclusion of three months of Movistar Argentina's results compared to one month a year earlier. 

Millicom Q1 revenues up to USD 2 bln after acquisitions
LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN 12 MEI

Millicom Q1 revenues up to USD 2 bln after acquisitions

Millicom, owner of Tigo-branded operations across Latin America, said its revenues climbed to just under USD 2 billion (USD 1.985 billion) in the first quarter of 2026, up 45.1 percent on a reported basis and 4.2 percent organically, following major acquisitions in Ecuador, Uruguay, Chile and Colombia. Service revenues were up 4.9 percent on an organic basis to USD 1.86 billion. Adjusted EBITDA rose 9.6 percent to USD 857 million, with operating profit dipping 1.2 percent to EUR 416 million and net profit c

ARGENTINA 12 MEI

Telecom Argentina launches ad campaign for Personal ecosystem

Telecom Argentina has launched a new advertising campaign entitled "¿Quién?" ("Who?") following its decision to consolidate the identity of all its digital services under the Personal brand previously used for its mobile operations. The company said Personal will now serve as the umbrella for a broader ecosystem spanning fixed and mobile connectivity, entertainment, digital finance, smart home offerings and enterprise technology services.

BRAZIL 12 MEI

Telefonica Brasil wins contract from Sao Martinho for mobile and IoT services

Telefonica Brasil (Vivo) has finalised a partnership with Sao Martinho, a Brazilian sugar and ethanol company, to deliver mobile connectivity and Internet of Things (IoT) services. This collaboration will involve deploying 44 new mobile sites across a 350,000-hectare area, extending coverage to 57 municipalities surrounding Sao Martinho's plants in Pradopolis, Iracemopolis, Americo Brasiliense, and Quirinopolis.

BRAZIL 12 MEI

Telefonica Brasil reaches record customer base of over 117 million in Q1

Telefonica Brasil reached a record customer base of 117.4 million in the first quarter of 2026, a 1.1 percent increase year-over-year.The mobile business had 103.7 million mobile accesses (+1.3%), with the postpaid customer base growing by 7.2 percent to 51.6 million. ARPU reached BRL 52.6, and churn remained low at 1.0 percent. 5G coverage expanded to 905 municipalities, adding 316 new cities since Q1 2025.

LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN 11 MEI

Malone ends Liberty LatAm talks, to buy back 6% GCI Liberty stake

GCI Liberty (GCIL) said its chairman John Malone has ended discussions on expanding his holdings in Liberty Latin America (LLA) after encountering "unexpected obstacles" that prevented a broader strategic deal, and will instead buy back the company's recently acquired 6 percent stake in LLA. The board approved Malone's offer to purchase the shares at the same price paid last month.

BRAZIL 11 MEI

Brazil rolls out new local fixed telephony charging to more states

Brazilian regulator Anatel is expanding its new local fixed telephony area system to Rio de Janeiro, Espirito Santo, and several states in the Midwest and North of Brazil throughout May. This initiative, which began in January, standardizes fixed phone calls to mirror mobile phone operations, eliminating long-distance charges for calls within the same national area code (DDD).

BRAZIL 11 MEI

Iez! Telecom debuts 5G in Minas Gerais through NetSpeed partnership

Brazilian upstart Iez! Telecom has launched its 5G mobile service in Itau de Minas, Minas Gerais, in partnership with local provider NetSpeed. Initial tests showed download speeds exceeding 1 Gbps, and NetSpeed is now offering 50GB and 100GB mobile plans.Iez! intends to focus its 5G mobile operations on municipalities across these three Southeast states, while also exploring applications in agribusiness, IoT, telemedicine, smart cities, and private networks as part of its growth strategy.

COSTA RICA 11 MEI

Acronis, NetFusion launch robotics lab in Costa Rica

Cybersecurity firm Acronis has joined forces with IT consulting specialist NetFusion to launch a STEAM robotics lab in Costa Rica aimed at expanding access to technology education for more than 230 students from underserved communities. Funded through the Acronis Cyber Foundation's #TeamUp programme, the initiative provides hands-on training in robotics, digital literacy and problem-solving through a project-based learning model designed to prepare students for the modern workforce.

MEXICO 11 MEI

Televisa cut to 'BBB-' by S&P on revenue decline, competitive pressure

Mexico's Grupo Televisa has been downgraded to "BBB-" from "BBB" by S&P Global, which also revised the outlook to negative, citing declining revenues and intensifying competition. The ratings agency above all cited a 17.5 percent drop in satellite services revenue at Sky Mexico and a 25.9 percent fall in related revenue-generating units (RGUs).

BRAZIL 11 MEI

Brazilian ISPs advocate for 6 GHz Wi-Fi, conduct live demo

Abrint, the Brazilian Association of Internet and Telecommunications Providers, has conducted a live demonstration of Wi-Fi in the 6 GHz band at the Abrint Global Congress 2026, advocating for the rollout of the technology in Brazil. For the demonstration, Abrint obtained temporary authorisation from Anatel to use Wi-Fi 7 equipment in the 6 GHz band at full standard power, which allows higher power operation for outdoor access points. The setup utilised Ruckus and Ubiquiti equipment, including external acce

COSTA RICA 11 MEI

Liberty Costa Rica to offer satellite B2B service with Starlink

Liberty Costa Rica has announced the launch of its second satellite internet service in partnership with Starlink, this time targeting the corporate sector. After unveiling plans to debut a direct-to-device (D2D) mobile satellite connectivity for all users last month, Liberty said its B2B unit Liberty Empresas has been authorised to resell Starlink satellite internet for businesses in rural and remote areas.

BRAZIL 11 MEI

Brazil mobile market adds over 2 mln lines in March

Brazil reached 273.5 million mobile lines in March, up from 271.3 million the previous month, equal to a 102.6 percent penetration rate, according to figures published by Anatel. 4G technology accounted for 64.9 percent of total lines, ahead of 5G (22.1%), 2G (6.7%) and 3G (5.3%). Vivo holds the largest market share at 37.9 percent, followed by Claro (33.2%) and TIM Brasil (22.7%).

BRAZIL 11 MEI

Brazil completes Infovias 03 and 04 fibre cables in Amazon region

Brazil has completed the construction of the Infovias 03 and 04 fibre-optic cables of the Norte Conectado Program, a project aimed at bringing internet connectivity to the Amazon region, according to Anatel. Infovia 03 spans almost 780 km, connecting several municipalities in Para and benefiting over 1.6 million people, including schools, universities, health units, and the judiciary. Infovia 04 covers over 600 km, linking communities in Roraima and Amazonas, serving more than 500,000 people and numerous in

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