Infoblox rolls out agentic operations layer
GLOBAL 13:22

Infoblox rolls out agentic operations layer

Infoblox said it is introducing an agentic operations layer to dovetail with its existing IT security and network modernisation offering. The Infoblox IQ platform conducts ongoing data analysis in enterprise networks, evaluating DNS queries, IP assignments and device activity to surface, triage and remediate relevant issues. The platform incorporates natural language commands in an AI assistant workflow along with distinct modules for different AI actions and a Model Context Protocol enabling access in thir

Kosovon telecoms sector benefits from mobile telephony boost in Q1
KOSOVO 13:21

Kosovon telecoms sector benefits from mobile telephony boost in Q1

Kosovo's telecommunications sector experienced a 7.7 percent year-on-year revenue increase in the first quarter of 2026 to EUR 44.2 million, although this was a 7.4 percent sequential decline from the previous quarter. The Regulatory Authority of Electronic and Postal Communications (Arkep) reported that mobile telephony was the primary driver, generating EUR 31.5 million (up 9.8% year-on-year), while internet services contributed EUR 12.0 million (up 3.9%).

Unitel expands 3G, 4G and 5G network coverage across Angola in May
ANGOLA 13:18

Unitel expands 3G, 4G and 5G network coverage across Angola in May

During May, mobile operator Unitel expanded its voice and data services in Angola by extending the reach of its 3G, 4G, and 5G networks to various regions. The municipality of Soyo in Zaire province now boasts enhanced 5G coverage. Leua in Moxico and Chipeta in Bie municipalities have gained 4G coverage. Lufico in Zaire received 3G coverage, while Cangumbe in Moxico now benefits from both 3G and 4G networks.

One Hungary becomes official sponsor of Hungarian men's national football squad
HUNGARY 13:17

One Hungary becomes official sponsor of Hungarian men's national football squad

One Hungary will become the official main telecommunications sponsor of the Hungarian men's national football team for two years. This partnership aims to enhance the connection between fans and the national team and promote community-building initiatives within the sport. Under the agreement, One Hungary's official logo will be featured on the national team's sportswear, and the company's advertisements will be prominently displayed across all related communication and marketing platforms. Fans will get t

Kyivstar arm Uklon electric scooter operator E-wings
UKRAINE 13:15

Kyivstar arm Uklon electric scooter operator E-wings

Veon has announced that Uklon, the Ukrainian ride-hailing platform belonging to Kyivstar's ecosystem, is evolving into a multimodal mobility platform by adding electric scooter operator E-wings. Uklon has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent of the shares of E-wings for UAH 97.6 million (approximately USD 2.2 million).

MTS Exolve launches AI-based communication analytics for businesses
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 13:11

MTS Exolve launches AI-based communication analytics for businesses

Russian company MTS Exolve, a subsidiary of the operator MTS, has launched its new service for businesses, offering AI-based analytics of their communication. It will assist companies in analysing interactions with customers, improving customer service and developing products based on data from dialogue with customers. The service uses analytics tools that combine telecommunications data with a business context.

Italian retail sales unchanged in April, online up over 8%
ITALY 13:11

Italian retail sales unchanged in April, online up over 8%

Italy's retail sales were unchanged in value in April but dipped 0.3 percent in volume compared to March, according to the latest preliminary data from national statistics office Istat. Nearly all product groups increased, led by pharmaceutical products (+5.2% annually), although sporting equipment, games and toys dipped 0.8 percent.

Yettel Serbia and Yettel Bank offer free daily banking
SERBIA 13:08

Yettel Serbia and Yettel Bank offer free daily banking

Yettel Serbia and Yettel Bank are offering free daily banking services to 1.5 million Yettel postpaid customers. According to the operator, this initiative is projected to save Serbian citizens over EUR 250 million annually, money that previously went towards various banking fees.

Rostelecom and retail group Lenta cooperate on digital transformation
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 13:06

Rostelecom and retail group Lenta cooperate on digital transformation

Russian national operator Rostelecom has agreed a strategic cooperation with the retail company Lenta Group in digital transformation and development of its telecoms infrastructure. They will carry out joint projects to improve the efficiency, reliability and security of Lenta's IT and communication equipment.

M:tel BH launches eSIM Travel for global connectivity
BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA 13:04

M:tel BH launches eSIM Travel for global connectivity

M:tel Bosnia and Herzegovina has announced its new 'eSIM Travel' service, with packages tailored to individual countries or entire regions, such as 'eSIM Travel Asia' and 'eSIM Travel Balkan'. Travellers can choose from three data packages (1, 2 or 3 GB) with validity periods of seven, fifteen or 30 days, allowing precise internet planning and full cost control. A key benefit of eSIM Travel is its universal availability: it can be used by anyone, regardless of their domestic telecom operator or whether they

Telekom Slovenije upgrades emergency services with next-generation calls
SLOVENIA 13:02

Telekom Slovenije upgrades emergency services with next-generation calls

Telekom Slovenije said it is modernising its emergency services by rolling out next-generation emergency calls (NG112) and advanced car emergency calls (NG eCall). These new IP-based systems, compliant with ETSI and 3GPP standards, will leverage 4G and 5G networks to deliver quicker, more detailed information and improved reliability, ultimately speeding up emergency response times.

Airspan joins bid to build pan-European critical communications backbone
EUROPE 12:58

Airspan joins bid to build pan-European critical communications backbone

Airspan Networks has backed a consortium that aims to introduce a pan-European critical communications backbone powered by hybrid air-to-ground (ATG), satellite and terrestrial infrastructure, serving defence, public safety and emergency response operations. Following this announcement, Airspan will be a participant in the ARES programme that seeks to satisfy Europe's need for a sovereign architecture capable of airborne, maritime and landside service availability, combining ATG and satellite with robust, o

ITALY 12:56

Open Fiber activates FTTH to 55 more Lombardy localities

Italian wholesale-only operator Open Fiber has completed the cabling of its FTTH infrastructure in 55 localities in the provinces of Brescia, Cremona, and Mantua in the northern Lombardy region. A total of 110,000 homes, commercial premises and offices have been connected to the fibre network, allowing residents and businesses to access the internet at speeds of up to 2.5 Gbps via operator partners.

GERMANY 12:55

German FTTH and FTTB connections rise by over 1 mln in 2025

The number of active Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) and Fibre-to-the-Building (FTTB) connections in Germany rose by more than 1 million year on year from 5.3 million to 6.4 million, in 2025, according to the annual report by the Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur or BNetzA). The share of fibre-optic lines in the fixed-line broadband network increased from 13.7 percent in 2024 to 16.5 percent by the end of 2025. By comparison, the share of DSL connections fell from 61.1 percent to 58.5 percent during the sa

UKRAINE 12:49

Kyivstar offers free ONU terminals to customers

Ukrainian operator Kyivstar, a subsidiary of Veon Group, has introduced to its current and new customers an opportunity to get new ONU terminals for free. The terminals enable to access services on the GPON network. The promotion is valid for locations covered with a fibre-optical network of the operator.

TAJIKISTAN 12:46

Megafon Tajikistan adds share investment function to app

Megafon Tajikistan has added a section focused on investors to its services management mobile application Megafon Life. Customers are able to buy shares in global financial markets using the application. The service has been launched in cooperation with the comppany Broker.tj. A commission fee for acquisition of shares totals 0.3 percent.

KYRGYZSTAN 12:36

Mega launches new unlimited tariff plan

Kyrgyz operator Mega is offering a new tariff plan called MegaUnlim, which supplies unlimited data traffic, unlimited on-net calls and SMSs, 100 minutes of calls to the network of Beeline Kyrgyzstan, 50 minutes of calls to the network of O!, as well as 200 television channels from MegaTV. Customers can watch the Etnomedia online video service and share data traffic, too. MegaUnlim is available at the promotional price of KGS 330 monthly for the first six months.

SPAIN 12:29

Telefonica makes CDP 'A' list for sustainable supplier management

Telefonica has been included for the seventh consecutive year on CDP's Supplier Engagement Assessment "A List", recognising its performance in managing supply chain sustainability and efforts to work with suppliers on climate action. The company is among around 1,400 firms globally to receive the top rating, including 40 telecom operators, with its Brazilian unit (Vivo) also listed.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 12:28

T2 starts loyalty scheme with retail chain Magnit

Russian mobile operator and Rostelecom subsidiary T2 has agreed to launch a joint loyalty scheme with the retail chain Magnit. T2 sells its SIMs in more than 17,000 branches of the chain nationwide and plans to launch a special offer for their  customers. Subscribers of T2 will be offered special terms under the Magnit loyalty programme.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 12:24

Beeline Russia launches Beepartners platform for joint business development

Russian operator Beeline has launched its new platform Beepartners, aimed at companies developing technologies and products. Beepartners intends to accelerate market entry for such products and offer their creators the opportunity to scale them in cooperation with Beeline. Partners will obtain access to Beeline's customer base, sales channels, know-how and contacts, and Beeline will add the new products to its ecosystem. 

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 12:21

Beeline Russia deploys private LTE/5G-ready network for gold mining company Polimetall

Russian operator Beeline said that its unit Beeline Business has deployed a private LTE/5G-ready network for the company Polimetall at its gold mining site Veduginskoye in the Krasnoyarsk region. Two stationary and three portable LTE base stations have been developed within the network to enable the company to adjust its network coverage area as mining operations progress and quarries deepen.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 12:18

T2 to cooperate with bank PSB to develop joint products

Russian mobile operator T2, a subsidiary of Rostelecom, has concluded a partnership agreement with the bank PSB. The companies plan to cooperate developing joint products. Joint loyatly programmes will also be launched. Partners will cooperate promoting financial products and services. The companies also plan to implement new technologies and tools for sales automatisation.

QATAR 12:15

Ooredoo Group establishes Al Abraj tower assets company in Qatar

Ooredoo Group has launched Al Abraj, an independent, standalone company that will operate and manage its passive tower infrastructure assets in Qatar. Ooredoo has appointed Khalid Barzak as general director of Al Abraj following regulatory approval from the Qatari Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA). This is the first operational carve-out under Ooredoo's towerco initiative and aims to optimise its portfolio.

SPAIN 12:10

Colt first to connect to Digital Realty's Barcelona data centre

Colt Technology Services said it has become the first telecom operator to connect to Digital Realty's BCN1 data centre in Barcelona, establishing a new point of presence ahead of the facility's official launch. The early deployment provides immediate connectivity to the site, allowing Colt to support businesses, global content networks and partners with high-capacity network services across Spain and wider European markets.

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