MTS disconnects 3G network in Moscow region
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 14:32

MTS disconnects 3G network in Moscow region

Russian operator MTS said that it will start the gradual disconnection of its 3G network in the Moscow region in February. The 3G network working on the 900 MHz band will be switched off so the released frequency resources can be allocated to LTE services. The change is expected to help expand 4G coverage, especially indoors. 

MTN launches school fees campaign in Uganda
UGANDA 14:30

MTN launches school fees campaign in Uganda

MTN Mobile Money Uganda has kicked off the 2026 edition of its Win School Fees with MoMo campaign with a public launch at Old Taxi Park, marking the third consecutive year of the initiative that has transformed how Ugandan families approach school fees payments. In 2025, the campaign counted over 70 winners across the country, distributing more than UGX 150 million in school fees. Beyond the monetary prizes, the campaign also provided scholastic materials to thousands of students throughout the year.

Cohere joins Texas university's 6G research programme
UNITED STATES 14:18

Cohere joins Texas university's 6G research programme

Cohere Technologies, developer of cellular waveform modulation technology including the candidate OTFS waveform for 6G NTN/ISAC applications, announced it is joining a 6G research initiative hosted by the University of Texas at Austin. The company will contribute to the 6G@UT initiative's R&D efforts, focusing on 6G cellular advances, machine learning and wireless sensing. Dr Jeff Andrews, an engineering faculty member who also serves as 6G@UT's director, said collaborating with Cohere was a boost for its b

T-Mobile offers highest post-paid mobile customer satisfaction - JD Power
UNITED STATES 14:15

T-Mobile offers highest post-paid mobile customer satisfaction - JD Power

The latest 2026 US Wireless Carrier Satisfaction Study from JD Power puts T-Mobile at the top of the network operator's post-paid segment, with a score of 631 out of 1,000 points. This compares to a segment average score of 603 points. In the MVNO post-paid segment, Consumer Cellular is top with a score of 721 points; followed by Google Fi Wireless in 2nd place with 685 points. 

Namibia to start 2G and 3G network shutdowns in 2026
NAMIBIA 14:14

Namibia to start 2G and 3G network shutdowns in 2026

Telecom operators are expected to begin a gradual, phased shutdown of 2G and 3G networks in 2026, according to the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN). This is part of a broader strategy to transition toward 4G, 5G and satellite technologies to deliver broadband services amid accelerated digital transformation. The regulator referred to the high costs of maintaining legacy networks.

EE dominates latest Opensignal mobile network experience report
UNITED KINGDOM 14:05

EE dominates latest Opensignal mobile network experience report

EE has topped the latest mobile network experience report for the UK from Opensignal, winning 11 out of 15 awards. EE won the Reliability Experience and the Consistent Quality awards outright, with scores of 915 points and 78.6 percent respectively. EE also won both overall speed awards outright - measuring 53.2 Mbps for Download Speed Experience and 10.4 Mbps for Upload Speed Experience.

MTN MoMo Zambia launches affordable money transfers to EU, UK and Canada
ZAMBIA 14:04

MTN MoMo Zambia launches affordable money transfers to EU, UK and Canada

MTN Mobile Money Zambia has introduced a new service for sending money directly from MoMo wallets to international bank accounts in the EU, UK and Canada in an affordable way. Customers can transfer funds for a little as ZMW 5, compared with a typical minimum of USD 30 per transaction. This positions MTN as the first mobile network operator in Zambia to provide direct wallet-to-bank international transfers beyond South Africa and India.

Airtel Money Zambia launches Village Banking for financial collectives
ZAMBIA 13:57

Airtel Money Zambia launches Village Banking for financial collectives

Airtel Money Zambia has introduced Airtel Money Village Banking to modernise how village banking groups, cooperatives and savings collectives manage their funds. The service is accessible via the star 115 hash menu under Option 7 for savings and investment. It offers a secure, transparent and efficient way for groups to handle deposits, withdrawals, and member contributions directly through Airtel Money.

Vodafone UK promotes family plans with new marketing campaign
UNITED KINGDOM 13:41

Vodafone UK promotes family plans with new marketing campaign

Vodafone UK has announced a new UK wide marketing campaign called 'First Term', refreshing the Vodafone Together offering to show how families can always stay connected. Vodafone Together offers benefits to families taking multiple mobile plans, with unlimited 5G plans available from GBP 16 per month. 

Verizon targets 'volume-based' growth in 2026 with forecast for flat wireless service revenue, higher earnings
UNITED STATES 13:17

Verizon targets 'volume-based' growth in 2026 with forecast for flat wireless service revenue, higher earnings

Verizon reported a strong finish to 2025, adding more new phone customers in the fourth quarter than the rest of the year combined. The US operator also laid out an ambitious growth plan for the new year, saying it targets 2-3x higher phone customer net additions but flat wireless service revenues as it works out a more volume-based growth strategy. A reduction in capital expenditure and slightly adjusted earnings will support a modest increase in free cash flow still in 2026. 

US CTA backs FCC 6 GHz order enabling wider Wi-Fi access
UNITED STATES 13:14

US CTA backs FCC 6 GHz order enabling wider Wi-Fi access

The US Consumer Technology Association has welcomed the FCC's decision to expand Wi-Fi rights and other unlicensed wireless technologies in the sought-after 6 GHz frequency range. A statement from the association's CEO and executive chair, Gary Shapiro, thanked FCC chairman Brendan Carr for the decision, calling it "pro-innovation".

Entel lifts Q4 revenue 12% amid higher handset sales, EBITDA rises 9%
CHILE 12:42

Entel lifts Q4 revenue 12% amid higher handset sales, EBITDA rises 9%

Entel has reported a 12.2 percent year-on-year rise in fourth quarter revenue to CLP 837.09 billion. In Chile, revenue was supported by higher handset income and fixed service revenue, whereas Peruvian sales were driven by higher service revenue and exchange rate effects, as well as handset sales. EBITDA at Entel in Q4 was 9.4 percent higher at CLP 226.83 billion and the margin narrowed to 27.0 percent form 27.8 percent.

SLOVAKIA 11:48

O2 Slovakia launches Connect second Sim service to share data bundle with other devices

O2 Slovakia introduced the new data sharing service Connect for customers on unlimited mobile plans. They will be able to share data, SMS and voice bundles on multiple devices. The operator is also reducing the price of the service that allows clients to have one number on both their smartphone and smartwatch, so the monthly fee for eSIMs in smartwatches drops to EUR 4 from EUR 5.

CAPE VERDE 11:45

Cape Verde nears 570,000 active SIM cards in Q3

Cape Verde recorded 568,203 active mobile SIM cards at the end of the third quarter of 2025. This represents a slight 0.21 percent decrease from the second quarter of 2025, but a 2 percent increase compared to the third quarter of 2024. According to the quarterly report from the multi-sectoral regulator ARME, the mobile service penetration rate stands at 114 percent. CVTelecom maintains its market leadership with a 68 percent share, followed by Unitel T+ at 32 percent.

BRAZIL 11:43

Brazil rolls out 5G in rural areas of Paraiba state

The Brazilian government has launched 5G mobile service in the rural areas of Alagoa Grande, state of Paraiba, providing internet and phone access to over 4,000 residents in Zumbi and Canafístula. Previously, residents in these areas struggled with basic communication and app access. Now, they have a stable 5G signal thanks to an investment of BRL 769,000, the communications ministry announced. The connectivity is being provided by regional operator Brisanet.

BRAZIL 11:33

Motorola brings Moto G17 to Brazil

Motorola Brasil has launched the new Moto G17, a smartphone designed for content creators. Key features include a 32 MP front camera and a 50 MP Sony Lytia 600 main camera; a Full HD+ display with HDR and 1000 nits brightness, paired with Dolby Atmos sound; a 5,200 mAh battery with a 20W TurboPower charger; and up to 12 GB of RAM (4 GB physical + 8 GB Smart Boost). The Moto G17 128 GB version costs BRL 1,299 and the 256 GB version is BRL 1,499.

EUROPE 11:28

Samsung upgrades Care+ device protection service across Europe

Samsung has announced an upgrade to the Samsung Care+ device protection service, which is available in 17 markets across Europe. From 29 January, customers selecting Samsung Care+ will benefit from new services and features - including unlimited repairs (instead of two repairs a year), protection for up to five years (up from 3 years), and 24/7 customer support. 

NETHERLANDS 11:27

Dutch pilot finds potential for shared spectrum systems in 3.8 GHz band

The Dutch spectrum management agency RDI has found potential for more sharing of radio frequency bands. A pilot conducted last year, the result of which are now published by the authority, found that Dynamic Spectrum Management and Sharing (DSMS) systems can allow for real-time distribution of the frequencies, creating space for new wireless applications while ensuring protection for incumbent users of licensed bands. The study focused on the 3.8-4.2 GHz range. 

SPAIN 11:07

Digi adds over 150,000 lines through porting in January

Digi Spain said it set a new record for number porting in January, with over 150,000 lines added to its network. That's an increase of 16.5 percent on January 2025 and a new record for the month. Mobile portings rose 15.5 percent to over 127,000, also a record for January. 

GLOBAL 11:02

GCT clinches licence to supply satellite operator with 5G and 4G chipsets

GCT Semiconductor has agreed a licensing deal to supply its satellite-capable 5G and 4G RF chips to an unnamed client, described as one of the world's largest satcom providers. Under the agreement, GCT's 5G and 4G product can be integrated with the client's user equipment, unlocking high-bandwidth connectivity via both satellite and terrestrial networks. GCT said the deal provides scope for additional chip volumes, with the client committed to leveraging its latest 5G silicon for direct-to-satellite applica

GLOBAL 10:56

Net Insight appoints acting CCO to permanent role

Net Insight has announced the appointment of Nadia Kolli to the role as chief commercial officer (CCO) with immediate effect, following her tenure as acting CCO since 12 January 2026. She joined Net Insight in 2018 and has held the position of VP for sales for EMEA media networks since January 2022. Before that, Kolli held several senior sales positions at companies such as Harmonic, Ericsson, and Tandberg Television.

SOUTH AFRICA 10:29

Parliamentary committee welcomes Icasa rule changes but would have preferred implementation sooner

The South African parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies has welcomed the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa's (ICASA) amendments to the End-User and Subscriber Service Charter. Chairwoman Khusela Sangoni Diko indicated that the committee would have preferred an earlier implementation timeframe than 23 January 2027, as the regulations primarily strengthen existing consumer protections rather than imposing entirely new obligations. However, she acknowle

UNITED STATES 10:16

US to allow higher power Wi-Fi devices in 6 GHz band

The US Federal Communications Commission plans to establish a new unlicensed spectrum category enabling wireless devices including Wi-Fi to operate in almost all 6 GHz bands outdoors and at higher power levels than under existing regulations. A report and order from the commission stipulates that devices classified as being "geofenced variable power" (GVP) will be able to operate in the 5.925-6.425 GHz and 6.525-6.875 GHz bands, though with restrictions in predefined exclusion areas and within predetermined

BELARUS 10:08

Life adapts website interface for disabled users

Belarusian operator Life has implemented a widget on its website that adapts the interface for customers with vision, hearing, memory, motor or other disabilities. The widget can adjust colours and text settings, stop animation and remove images, in order to emphasise titles and links. The new service can be activated by clicking on an image in the corner of the home page.

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