Quickline Project Gigabit roll-out ahead of target in S Yorkshire
UNITED KINGDOM 14:10

Quickline Project Gigabit roll-out ahead of target in S Yorkshire

Quickline Communications, UK rural broadband provider, has made full-fibre broadband available to around 9,000 premises through the South Yorkshire (Lot 20) Project Gigabit contract. Quickline was awarded the UK government-funded contract two years ago, with the roll-out now ahead of target. The contract had a target of reaching 8,049 premises by end-March 2026, with Quickline achieving this target in mid-February 2026 and extending coverage to 8,840 premises by end-March. 

Stellanor Datacenters appoints new Managing Director
UNITED KINGDOM 14:00

Stellanor Datacenters appoints new Managing Director

UK urban data centre company Stellanor has appointed Gary Watson as Managing Director to lead the next phase of its growth strategy across the UK, Ireland and the Nordics. He will be responsible for operational delivery, commercial performance, platform integration, customer engagement and the expansion of Stellanor Datacenters' footprint. 

Gigabit broadband available to 89% of UK homes - Ofcom
UNITED KINGDOM 13:52

Gigabit broadband available to 89% of UK homes - Ofcom

The latest Ofcom data shows that gigabit-capable broadband (at least 1 Gbps) is available to 27.1 million households across the UK as of January 2026, equal to 89 percent of premises. This is up from 26.4 million premises (87%) a year earlier. The Connected Nations Spring Update shows that full-fibre broadband was available to 24.9 million or 82 percent of UK homes in January, up from 23.7 million six months earlier. 

Online suicide forum fined GBP 950,000 by UK regulator
UNITED KINGDOM 13:21

Online suicide forum fined GBP 950,000 by UK regulator

UK regulator Ofcom has announced a GBP 950,000 fine for the provider of an online suicide forum, which has been linked to more than 130 deaths in the UK. The forum became the first service to be investigated by Ofcom under the Online Safety Act in 2025. Despite making changes to block UK users from accessing the site, it is still accessible to UK users without a VPN. The provider now has two weeks to comply with its legal duties to assess and mitigate the risk of UK users seeing illegal content on its platf

Huawei launches new Curve Pay feature with Watch Fit 5
UNITED KINGDOM 13:06

Huawei launches new Curve Pay feature with Watch Fit 5

Huawei is promoting a new contactless pay feature with its new Huawei Watch Fit 5 series. The smartwatch supports phone-free payments at any NFC contactless terminal with Curve Pay. To protect against unauthorised payments, the watch automatically triggers a passcode requirement if the watch is taken off the user's wrist. The passcode must be entered to access sensitive features or payments on the watch.

Gamma confirms takeover talks with Providence Equity Partners
UNITED KINGDOM 09:05

Gamma confirms takeover talks with Providence Equity Partners

Gamma Communications confirmed that Providence Equity Partners is one of the parties involved in potential takeover talks with the company. In a statement to the London Stock Exchange, Gamma said that talks are at a preliminary stage, with no guarantee that an offer will be made. In line with the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers, Providence now has 28 days (until 10 June) to confirm whether or not it plans to make a takeover offer for Gamma. 

UK Sovereign AI Fund appoints Managing Partner
UNITED KINGDOM 08:57

UK Sovereign AI Fund appoints Managing Partner

The UK government's Sovereign AI Fund has announced the appointment of Suzanne Ashman as Managing Partner. She will lead the GBP 500 million fund, identifying potential AI business founders to support. She is an experienced venture investor in the UK, having previously been a General Partner at LocalGlobe and Latitude. She was also a co-author on the UK Tech Competitiveness Study. Her appointment comes as the UK government announced London-based Isomorphic Labs as the latest company to receive investment fr

Acer, Asus ordered intro arbitration with Nokia over video license
UNITED KINGDOM 07:37

Acer, Asus ordered intro arbitration with Nokia over video license

Nokia has secured a victory in its patent licensing dispute with Acer and Asus. A UK court dismissed suits brought by the Taiwanese companies and said they must enter arbitration with Nokia over licensing its video coding technology, Reuters reports. 

Netmore IoT supports Green Frog smart gas metering solution
UNITED KINGDOM 12 MEI

Netmore IoT supports Green Frog smart gas metering solution

Netmore Group, global IoT network operator, has partnered with Green Frog Asset Management, industrial and commercial utility services provider, and IoT consultancy Sensational Systems to provide end-to-end smart gas metering solutions for utility customers in the UK. These solutions will provide customers with real-time data for increased operational efficiency and improved asset management.

UK cyber security sector revenue grows 11% in 2025 to GBP 14.7 bln
UNITED KINGDOM 12 MEI

UK cyber security sector revenue grows 11% in 2025 to GBP 14.7 bln

The UK's cyber security sector grew by 11 percent in 2025 to generate revenue of GBP 14.7 billion, according to newly-released government data. The number of cyber security companies grew by 20 percent or 438 to a total of 2,603, with the sector creating 2,300 jobs last year to reach a total of 69,600 workers (full time equivalents). The total gross value added (GVA) of the cyber security sector has reached around GBP 9.1 billion, up 17 percent year-on-year. GVA per employee has risen 13 percent from GBP 11

Community Fibre launches promotion for new business customers
UNITED KINGDOM 12 MEI

Community Fibre launches promotion for new business customers

Community Fibre, London-based fibre broadband provider, has launched a new promotion for business customers offering three months of full-fibre broadband for free. The offer is available until 23.59 hours on 15 June, with business customers able to save up to GBP 1,380 on their broadband bills. 

Ofcom consults on changes to telco security reporting requirements
UNITED KINGDOM 12 MEI

Ofcom consults on changes to telco security reporting requirements

UK regulator Ofcom is consulting on planned changes to security reporting requirements telecoms network operators. These changes include establishing new, clearer reporting thresholds for mobile operators based on the number of mobile masts and customers that could be impacted by a security/cyber incident. It is also proposing to implement new criteria for reporting security incidents impacting mobile sites in rural areas. The consultation closes on 04 August 2026.

UNITED KINGDOM 12 MEI

UK govt considers expanding BBC licence fee to streaming platforms - report

The UK government is understood to favour expanding the TV licensing system to include streaming platforms such as Netflix and Amazon Prime, instead of adopting BBC funding model that is supported by ads or subscriptions, reports The Times newspaper citing unnamed industry sources. Ministers are believed to be worried about leaving the BBC unable to "unite the nation" if subscriptions and paywalls are introduced; as well as the impact on commercial rivals such as Channel 4 and ITV if the BBC was allowed to

UNITED KINGDOM 12 MEI

Virgin Media O2 publishes new ESG strategy

Virgin Media O2 has launched a new ESG strategy, outlining how sustainability and social impact will be embedded across the full lifecycle of its business. The new 'Responsible Business Plan' has four key areas of focus - Climate, Control, Connection and Circularity. It includes ambitious targets to achieve net zero across operations, products and the supply chain by end-2040; and to double the number of people purchasing refurbished devices and recycling old tech through O2 Recycle by 2030. The new ESG str

UNITED KINGDOM 12 MEI

Vodafone's UK revenue grows 30% in FY26 to EUR 9.19 billion

Vodafone's UK revenue increased to EUR 9.19 billion in the FY to March 2026, up 30 percent from EUR 7.07 billion a year earlier. Service revenue rose to EUR  7.60 billion from EUR 5.89 billion, to account for 23 percent of group service revenue. Revenue growth was driven by the integration of 3 UK's financial results following the completion of the merger with Vodafone UK on 31 May 2025 to form VodafoneThree. Total service revenue growth in the UK was 29 percent for FY26, with organic service revenue growth

UNITED KINGDOM 11 MEI

Vodafone UK gets most broadband customer complaints in Q4 - Ofcom

TalkTalk and Vodafone received the most complaints from UK broadband customers in Q4 2025, according to the latest telecoms and pay-TV complaints data from regulator Ofcom. TalkTalk's complaints were flat (10), with Vodafone's complaints rising quarter-on-quarter to 11 complaints per 100,000 customers. Virgin Media was the least complained-about broadband provider at 5 complaints, compared with an industry average of 7 complaints per 100,000 customers.

UNITED KINGDOM 11 MEI

Onestream buys Cuckoo broadband customer base from AFPN

UK fibre broadband provider Onestream has signed an agreement to acquire the Cuckoo broadband customer base of AllPoints Fibre Networks (AFPN). This doubles the Onestream customer base to 150,000 broadband connections. Under the long-term agreement, all Cuckoo customer contracts, domain and brand will transfer to Onestream; with the customer connections remaining on AFPN's Aquila wholesale platform.

UNITED KINGDOM 11 MEI

TikTok announces new ad-free subscription for UK users

TikTok announced the launch of a new ad-free subscription option in the UK for GBP 3.99 per month. Rolling out to accounts aged 18+ in the UK over the coming months, TikTok Ad-Free will allow subscribers to use TikTok without ads, with a pledge not to use their personal data for advertising purposes. Those choosing not to subscribe will continue to see personalised ads on TikTok. The company said maintaining an ad-supported version alongside this new ad-free subscription would allow UK SMEs to reach new aud

UNITED KINGDOM 11 MEI

Total Wireless refreshes unlimited data plans

Total Wireless, Verizon's pre-paid 5G mobile brand, has launched a new refreshed line of four unlimited plans, providing customers with premium features, flexibility and added value across each level. The refreshed offering comes with a 5-year price guarantee, with taxes/fees included. 

UNITED KINGDOM 11 MEI

Yondr launches new scholarship programme in Slough

Data centre operator Yondr is establishing a fourth student scholarship programme in the UK, launched during National Scholarships Week (20-26 April). This will provide a GBP 27,000 bursary for a student from Slough, where it is building a 100MW London data centre campus, to support their higher education studies on a digital infrastructure-related STEM subject. 

UNITED KINGDOM 11 MEI

Openreach to withdraw copper-based services at 238 more exchanges

Openreach has announced plans to stop selling copper-based services at an additional 238 exchange locations, covering 1.69 million premises across the UK. By early-June 'stop sell' will be active or planned at 1,432 exchanges, covering over 14 million premises, as Openreach encourages customers to upgrade to new full-fibre digital services ahead of the PSTN switch-off. This is equal to 61 percent of the Openreach full-fibre network footprint. 

UNITED KINGDOM 11 MEI

UK govt extends Project Gigabit roll-out in Essex

The UK government has announced an expansion of the Project Gigabit roll-out to reach more than 9,500 additional homes and businesses in Essex. Building on the success of Project Gigabit roll-outs in rural Essex, this is the first contract to also target poor connectivity areas in towns and cities. 

UNITED KINGDOM 11 MEI

Vodafone UK now offering Motorola Razr Fold smartphone

Vodafone UK is now offering the Motorola Razr Fold to customers. It is available in Pantone Blackened Blue from GBP 46.50 per month, with an upfront cost of GBP 70. This is based on a 36-month Phone Plan at GBP 39.50 per month, and 24-month 1GB Airtime Plan at GBP 7 per month. The price of the Airtime Plan will increase to GBP 8.50 in April 2027 and GBP 10 per month in April 2028. 

UNITED KINGDOM 11 MEI

Vodafone UK launches new 5G Broadband service

Vodafone UK has launched a new 5G Broadband service to deliver reliable broadband to an extra 3.7 million premises currently unable to access full-fibre broadband. Vodafone 5G Broadband offers unlimited connectivity and costs from GBP 21 per month. Vodafone Together customers can get a GBP 2 per month discount. The FWA service supports speeds of up to 150 Mbps, which Vodafone says is ideal for students, renters and those wanting flexible broadband connectivity.

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