Sercomm debuts 50G PON fibre terminal
GLOBAL 14:00

Sercomm debuts 50G PON fibre terminal

Sercomm will introduce a 50G PON-capable fibre premises terminal with the goal of addressing the next evolution in fibre broadband capacity. The product ecosystem includes SFP-pluggable fibre modems and integrated gateways.

VodafoneThree expands Opportunity Hub scheme across UK
UNITED KINGDOM 13:56

VodafoneThree expands Opportunity Hub scheme across UK

New research from VodafoneThree shows that Brits turn 17 million ideas (lightbulb moments of inspiration) into small businesses or side hustles every year. However, 42 percent of Brits say they need to act on an idea within half an hour or risk forgetting about it; with more than half (55%) saying strong mobile connectivity, and being able to get online on-the-go, has helped turn an idea into something real. 

Colt links Oracle EU Sovereign Cloud in Frankfurt, Madrid
SPAIN 13:53

Colt links Oracle EU Sovereign Cloud in Frankfurt, Madrid

Colt Technology Services announced an agreement to provide connectivity to Oracle EU Sovereign Cloud via Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) FastConnect in Frankfurt and Madrid. The deal will enable Oracle customers in the two regions to access cloud services locally, supporting faster innovation, scalable operations and business growth while ensuring data is kept within European borders, said the longstanding partners.

CyberShield forum to take place in Riga
LATVIA 13:52

CyberShield forum to take place in Riga

The CyberShield forum will take place for the sixth consecutive year in Riga on 24 September, reports Latvian operator Tet. This year, the forum will bring together experts from Latvia and abroad in the fields of cybersecurity, IT, data, and digital infrastructure, as well as high-level representatives from European cybersecurity institutions. The event will focus on strengthening European and Latvian cyber resilience at a time when cyberattacks are becoming increasingly practical, targeted, and closely lin

ProSiebenSat.1 snatches up group CFO from RTL Deutschland
GERMANY 13:51

ProSiebenSat.1 snatches up group CFO from RTL Deutschland

German private broadcaster ProSiebenSat.1 Media has appointed Ingrid Heisserer as its new Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective 01 February 2027. Heisserer joins ProSieben from rival RTL Deutschland, where she served as CFO and Chief Human Resources Officer since late 2002. Earlier this year RTL named Julia Kloke its CFO from May as part of its merger with Sky Deutschland.

Over 4 mln AI glasses ship in H1, Meta takes 80% of market
GLOBAL 13:45

Over 4 mln AI glasses ship in H1, Meta takes 80% of market

Global AI glasses shipments reached 4.2 million units in the first half of this year, more than doubling compared to the same period a year ago, according to research by Omdia. The market remains small, with Meta accounting for over 80 percent of volumes. Omdia sees signs of increased competition ahead, as manufacturers try new styles and user concerns over privacy increase.

Zen Internet confirms launch of enhanced FibrePlus connectivity
UNITED KINGDOM 13:42

Zen Internet confirms launch of enhanced FibrePlus connectivity

UK ISP Zen Internet has announced the launch of FibrePlus for customers needing more assurance than provided by standard FTTP. Available through The Fibre Hub and delivered over the Freedom Fibre network, FibrePlus combines assured bandwidth with symmetrical speeds of 150 Mbps-1 Gbps. Customers can choose from three levels of care - Standard, with a repair target fix time of 12 hours, Enhanced (8 hours) and Critical (5 hours). All three care levels operates 24/7, 365 days a year. 

Samsung launches game to drive Knox awareness
NETHERLANDS 13:34

Samsung launches game to drive Knox awareness

Samsung has launched a game to help familiarise more people with its Knox security features on Galaxy mobile devices. Developed with the Dutch firm Livewall, the free game 'Level with Knox' is available on a dedicated website. The interactive puzzle game shows players how Samsung Knox and Knox Matrix can protect them and their devices from digital threats. Samsung prizes are offered as part of the game.

Freshwave installs in-building mobile connectivity for Wigan Council
UNITED KINGDOM 13:30

Freshwave installs in-building mobile connectivity for Wigan Council

UK-based Freshwave Group, connectivity infrastructure-as-a-service provider, has installed multi-operator indoor mobile connectivity at three council-owned buildings in Wigan - working with Wigan Council and the council's dedicated IT services provider Agilisys. Freshwave has installed Omni Network in-building technology at Wigan Town Hall, and Wigan Life Centre North and South. It is also providing an ongoing managed service. 

BT promotes advanced broadband protection features with new campaign
UNITED KINGDOM 13:20

BT promotes advanced broadband protection features with new campaign

BT is launching a new brand campaign to promote the advanced threat features of BT Broadband. The 'Behind Brilliant Things' campaign will show how BT Broadband customers are protected from malware, scams and other online threats, at home and on the go. The campaign will highlight BT Broadband's Hub Threat Protect and Cyber Threat Protect features - and run across TV, radio, out-of-home, social and digital. The campaign has been created by Uncommon, and is the first major brand campaign since the relaunch of

WBA and Fido Alliance outline secure onboarding for OpenRoaming-capable IoT devices
GLOBAL 13:16

WBA and Fido Alliance outline secure onboarding for OpenRoaming-capable IoT devices

The Wireless Broadband Alliance has detailed a recent proof-of-concept trial in collaboration with Fido Alliance, highlighting the benefits of its OpenRoaming standard in enrolling factory-configured IoT devices. Powered by the Wi-Fi Alliance's Passpoint certification scheme, OpenRoaming lets IoT units and other devices connect automatically and securely across federated Wi-Fi access points without manual password entries.

Sky Italia extends URC rugby rights to 2029
ITALY 13:11

Sky Italia extends URC rugby rights to 2029

Sky Italia has signed a deal with the United Rugby Championship (URC) to continue airing the international tournament on its channels over the next three seasons. The 16-team competition involves leading clubs from Italy, Scotland, South Africa, Wales and Ireland.

IRELAND 13:10

3 Ireland funds trial to restrict smartphone use in schools

3 Ireland has joined forces with Blackout Education on a new pilot scheme to help  reduce smartphone distraction in second-level schools. The pilot programme uses technology to restrict access to non-essential smartphone functions - such as web browsing, social media, cameras and gaming - during school hours, with access to essential communications maintained. This scheme allows students to keep hold of their smartphones during the school day, instead of handing them in. 

GERMANY 13:10

Deutsche Telekom runs campaign against online misogyny

Deutsche Telekom has announced a campaign against digital misogyny and online harassment of women and girls. Using the slogan 'Against hatred on the net', the campaign began on 21 September and will run on high-reach TV channels and cinemas, as well as online, on the radio and podcasts, on social media and out-of-home advertising.

POLAND 13:00

Vectra offers Netflix, TVOD promos for 35th anniversary

Polish operator Vectra is introducing Netflix as a standalone service, available regardless of the customer's other services and without a long-term commitment. To mark its 35th anniversary, Vectra is offering the Basic Plan free of charge until the end of October. From November the price will be PLN 37 per month, the same as from Netflix direct. In addition Vectra is running a promotion on TVOD films, with 35 titles available for PLN 5 each on its TV platform until the end of October. 

SLOVAKIA 12:50

Slovak Telekom joins internet vouchers for students programme

Slovak Telekom said it's a partner of the 'Online Student' project to provide free internet access to students in need. The national project targets pupils of primary and secondary schools with special educational needs or those from households in material need, offering vouchers for free internet access. The voucher covers fixed broadband access for 24 months, valued at up to EUR 480.

POLAND 12:49

Eutelsat announces successful OneWeb LEO trial on train line in Poland

Eutelsat has completed its first rail connectivity trial in Poland aboard a long-distance train, demonstrating its OneWeb LEO connectivity capabilities on a live rail network. The trial was led by ACO Solutions as the key systems integrator, with support from HispaSat as the distribution partner and Eutelsat. It was conducted aboard a PKP Intercity long-distance train travelling at speeds of up to 160 km/h on routes connecting Kozlow – Warsaw – Tczew.

FINLAND 12:49

Valoo becomes corporate partner of Ruka Nordic skiing event

Broadband operator Valoo said it has become a corporate partner of Ruka Nordic, a company belonging to the Finnish Ski Association (Suomen Hiihtoliitto). Ruka Nordic's 25th anniversary coincides with the start of the cross-country skiing and combined World Cup season in the Ruka skiing resort from 27-29 November this year. Valoo says it has been preparing to deploy connections for about 2,000 dwellings in Kuusamo, where Ruka is located.

NETHERLANDS 12:46

Mediahuis revives Hyves social network

Dutch publisher Mediahuis is relaunching the social network Hyves, over ten years since the platform was retired. It's billed as a more privacy-friendly social network, with no addictive algorithms or endless scrolling and more space for personal contacts and interaction. 

NETHERLANDS 12:36

Morphotonics raises EUR 40 mln to scale up optical components manufacturing

Dutch start-up Morphotonics has raised EUR 40 million in its series B financing round to scale up production of its nanoimprint lithography system for producing components in emerging AR and photonics devices. The state investment fund Invest-NL has joined as a shareholder, alongside additional money from existing investors 3M Ventures, Innovation Industries and the Brabant regional development company BOM. EIC Fund, Ernij Next and the European Investment Bank also participated in the round.

SWEDEN 12:33

TV4 Play app becomes available on Titan OS smart televisions

Titan Operating System has announced a partnership to bring Schibsted's TV4 Play to Titan OS-connected smart television sets. The Swedish video streaming service will be available on TV sets from major manufacturer brands including Philips and Sharp. TV4 Play will be featured on the Titan OS Home Page and its content integrated into Titan OS's native search, Sports Hubs and personalised recommendation rails via live metadata feeds.

ITALY 12:27

Sky Italia debuts Sky Mobile MVNO

Sky Italia has officially entered the mobile market as a true mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) around two and a half years after launching its 'Sky Mobile powered by Fastweb' reseller offers. The pay-TV giant said it has consolidated its partnership with Swisscom-owned Fastweb + Vodafone and will continue using the latter's mobile network for its relaunched portfolio, which will be available starting 23 September.

EUROPE 12:14

Verda raises USD 189 mln in financing led by Emergence Capital

Finland-based cloud company Verda said it has raised USD 189 million in new funding to expand its full-stack artificial intelligence cloud. The financing includes an oversubscribed series B round led by Emergence Capital. Participants include MUFG Innovation Partners, Supermicro, Varma Mutual Pension Insurance, Lifeline Ventures, 6 Degrees Capital (6DC), ByFounders and Tesi (Finnish Industry Investment) as well as "angel" investors such as Ola Toerudbakken and Mark Saroufim (Core Automation and GPU Mode).

GLOBAL 12:07

Vecima acquires CableDiag network maintenance tool

Vecima Networks said it has completed a deal to acquire the CableDiag Proactive Network Maintenance (PNM) tool from cable diagnostics vendor Akleza. While the wider terms were not disclosed, Vecima expects CableDiag to expand its presence in virtualised broadband access and vCMTS software.

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