Orange Belgium's Hey! wins brand of the year award
BELGIUM 15:53

Orange Belgium's Hey! wins brand of the year award

Orange Belgium's budget brand Hey! has been named Brand of the Year for 2026 by Product of the Year (POY) Belgium. This is the first time a telecom brand has been named in this category, with the award based on a survey of around 10,000 consumers. 

Tele2 Latvia introduces AI call analytics to improve customer services
LATVIA 15:43

Tele2 Latvia introduces AI call analytics to improve customer services

Tele2 Latvia has introduced AI software that can analyse conversations to help with customer service. Developed and implemented by Latvian startup Asya.ai, the Pitch Patterns system uses AI to recognise the content of a conversation in Latvian and other languages, as well as identify the voice tone, intonation, speech rate and other expressions. The tool will help identify situations when a call was not successful and offer tips to help employees improve communication and service quality. The solution can r

A1 Belarus adds partner promos to loyalty programme
BELARUS 15:20

A1 Belarus adds partner promos to loyalty programme

A1 Belarus has added a new option to its loyalty programme AI Plus, allowing customers to use their accumulated points for promotions at partners of the operator. Up to 100 percent of the price of a partner purchase can be covered in this way.

T-Mobile Czechia supports Jizerska 50 ski race
CZECH REPUBLIC 15:16

T-Mobile Czechia supports Jizerska 50 ski race

T-Mobile Czech Republic extended its partnership with the Jizerska 50 ski race. The operator will use IoT sensors placed on selected sections of the race course to monitor snow conditions, air temperature and humidity, wind speed, and precipitation in real time, providing up-to-date data via a special website. Four IoT sensors and two weather stations will be used to help the competitors prepare for the course and choose the right wax for their skis. The technology will remain in the field throughout the wi

Samsung, Xiaomi, Apple lead Play bestsellers list in 2025
POLAND 14:20

Samsung, Xiaomi, Apple lead Play bestsellers list in 2025

Polish operator Play, controlled by Iliad, announced the best-selling smartphones in its shops in 2025. The top sellers, in alphabetical order, were the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G, Samsung Galaxy A36 5G, Samsung Galaxy A56 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G. Among premium devices (also in alphabetical order) the bestsellers were the Apple iPhone 15 128 GB, Apple iPhone 16 128 GB, Apple iPhone 16 Pro 128 GB, Samsung Galaxy S24 FE 5G 128 GB and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5G 256 GB.

T-Mobile leads Polish fixed and mobile internet speeds in 2025 - Speedtest.pl
POLAND 14:05

T-Mobile leads Polish fixed and mobile internet speeds in 2025 - Speedtest.pl

T-Mobile Poland supplied the fastest fixed broadband, mobile internet and 5G speeds the country in 2025, according to a study from Speedtest.pl. Orange Poland provided the quickest service on FTTH networks.

Keysight tests NR-NTN link in band n252 using Samsung modem chipset
GLOBAL 13:55

Keysight tests NR-NTN link in band n252 using Samsung modem chipset

Keysight Technologies said it has achieved a new radio non-terrestrial networks (NR-NTN) connection in band n252 using Samsung Electronics' next-generation modem chipset. The demonstration took place at CES 2026 in Las Vegas and included live satellite-to-satellite (SAT-to-SAT) mobility using commercial-grade modem silicon and cross-vendor interoperability. The n252 band is expected to be adopted by next-generation low Earth orbit (LEO) constellations and this validation follows those for n255 and n256.

Vodafone has more active SIMs than One Albania in Q3
ALBANIA 13:27

Vodafone has more active SIMs than One Albania in Q3

In the third quarter of 2025, Albania saw a 3.8 percent quarter-on-quarter increase in active mobile SIM cards, reaching 3.39 million, but a 10.2 percent drop compared with the same period in 2024. Vodafone Albania reported 1.70 million users, surpassing One Albania with 1.68 million, according to data from telecom regulator Akep.

Yettel Hungary sets new mobile internet and TV usage records in festive period
HUNGARY 13:21

Yettel Hungary sets new mobile internet and TV usage records in festive period

During the 2025 holiday season, Yettel Hungary customers set new records for mobile internet and TV usage, with significant increases compared to the previous year. Between 24 December and 1 January, mobile internet traffic surged by nearly 30 percent, reaching almost 30 million GB of data consumed – the highest ever recorded. Over a third (34%) of all data traffic in December was carried over the 5G network. TV viewing also saw a boost, with households spending approximately 10 per cent more time watching

TikTok inks deal to create dedicated FIFA World Cup 2026 hub
GLOBAL 12:46

TikTok inks deal to create dedicated FIFA World Cup 2026 hub

FIFA has signed an agreement to convert TikTok into its first-ever "Preferred Platform" to boost global access and fan engagement ahead of this summer's World Cup football tournament. The deal strengthens ties first formed during the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 and will give TikTok a central role in delivering original content, highlights and interactive experiences to fans during the tournament across North America.

Orange Poland runs promotion for VoLTE smartphones after 3G switch-off
POLAND 12:43

Orange Poland runs promotion for VoLTE smartphones after 3G switch-off

Orange Poland has introduced a promotion for VoLTE smartphones aimed at customers handing in obsolete devices after the operator switched off its 3G network in December. Orange is sending messages about the promotion to postpaid customers who are using smartphones that only support GSM/3G services. Customers can obtain a discount of up to PLN 500.

MTN Uganda runs MoMo campaign to win year's school fees
UGANDA 12:30

MTN Uganda runs MoMo campaign to win year's school fees

MTN Mobile Money Uganda has announced its 2026 'Win school fees for a year and more' campaign. This is the third year that the operator has run the campaign. Parents and guardians can take part by paying their child's school fees via MoMo by dialing star 165 star 80 hash and completing their payment digitally. Schools and bursars that register to collect school fees through MoMo could win a school van.

UNITED KINGDOM 12:16

UK's Teleauora picks Airspan mmWave radio for FWA deployments

Teleauora announced a new collaboration with Airspan Networks to use the latter's radio equipment for providing fixed-wireless access in the UK. Airspan will provide Teleauora with its latest Air5G 7200 mmWave radio, enabling the deployment of high-capacity fixed-wireless networks in challenging and hard-to-reach environments. The operator will target several identified sites across the UK where reliable, high-speed connectivity has historically been limited or unavailable.

INDIA 11:51

ACES and BSNL supply connectivity for Noida International Airport with NOC-SOC from Tech Mahindra

ACES India and Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) have announced an agreement to deploy telecoms and digital connectivity infrastructure at Noida International Airport. Last month, Tech Mahindra unveiled a deal to set up and run a Network and Security Operations Centre (NOC-SOC) for Noida airport, which is expected to handle between 60 million and 120 million passengers by 2050.

BELGIUM 11:15

Belgium drops plans for 26 GHz auction after little market interest

The Belgian mobile operators are not interested in the 26 GHz band, despite the EU naming this one of the pioneer bands for 5G. The latest market consultation by regulator Bipt found only Proximus interested, but then only if licence prices were much lower and the limits on electromagnetic radiation were relaxed in Brussels and Wallonia regions. Telenet and Orange Belgium said they did not see a need yet for the 26 GHz band, and Citymesh did not respond to the consultation which closed in November. 

AZERBAIJAN 10:32

Azercell offers 56 GB data package for 6 months with iPhone 17 until 31 January

Azeri operator Azercell Telecom is running a promotion for the latest Apple smartphone models, the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone Air. Customers buying one of these will receive a six-month subscription to Azercell's 56 GB internet package. The offer is available to both new and existing Azercell subscribers and runs until 31 January at selected Azercell sales and service centres.

EUROPE 10:24

Honor brings flagship Magic8 Pro smartphone to Europe

Honor announced the release of its Magic8 Pro flagship smartphone in Europe. It first comes to the UK, priced at GBP 1,099 and available from multiple operators and retailers, and the phone also is available for pre-order in selected other European markets for EUR 1,299. Released in China last autumn, the Magic8 Pro is designed to show off the latest in AI innovations. 

UNITED KINGDOM 10:04

Tekmoni plans UK MVNOs launch with eSim Go enablement

MVNE eSIM Go announced a new contract to support Tekmoni in the launch of community-based MVNO brands in the UK with its MVNO enablement platform. They started working together in the MVNE's early access programme last year, to test eSim Go's product suite. The resulting contract integrates two core components for the MVNO launch: the eSIM Go API-based platform to support subscriber lifecycles, billing integrations, and service provisioning, and wholesale network access in the UK. Tekmoni plans to launch th

UNITED STATES 09:58

AT&T introduces new IoT management platform

AT&T unveiled at CES a new platform for managing business IoT services. AT&T IoT Network Intelligence is expected to help drive operational efficiency and streamlined IoT device management. The initial offering, IoT Network Intelligence Standard, equips enterprises with a set of 4G and 5G network performance KPIs and insights for devices connected to the AT&T mobile network. The dashboard helps customers quickly access detailed performance data to drive businesses decisions and optimise operations. 

FRANCE 09:52

French operators step up pace of 5G activations in December

The footprint of 5G cell sites emitting a signal across mainland France increased by 757 during December, reaching 45,955 as of 01 January, according to spectrum agency ANFR. This monthly increase was up from 445 in November and 701 in the year-earlier period. All four network operators accelerated the pace of 5G site activations, led by Orange with 521 additional sites across the 700 MHz, 2.1 GHz and 3.5 GHz bands.

BELGIUM 09:38

Citymesh tests connected drones with Ardennes fire service

Belgian operator Citymesh announced a new partnership with the fire service in the Flemish Ardennes region to deploy connected drones to support their work. The trial will see drones placed at four locations - Oudenaarde, Ronse, Zottegem and Kruisem - so they can be deployed in minutes if needed to assist during a call-out for the fire service. They can send live images to the dispatch centre and first-line intervention teams, helping them prepare en route to the fire.

SIERRA LEONE 09:37

Africell Sierra Leone starts SIM-based online child protection service Kidzonet

Africell Sierra Leone has launched a SIM-based online child protection service called Kidzonet to enable parents and guardians to manage and track their child's social media and online content consumption. Kidzonet operates directly at SIM level, letting parents activate and manage content controls. It filters and blocks content considered inappropriate for minors but leaves standard voice calls and SMS unaffected. 

GLOBAL 09:28

Cubic3 COO Sorohan to take over as CEO

Cubic3 has promoted COO Shane Sorohan to CEO. With 14 years at the company already, he is well-placed to lead the next growth phase and global expansion at the vehicle connectivity specialist, Cubic3 said. Current CEO Barry Napier will remain active on the company's board of directors after 17 years with the group. 

NIGERIA 09:26

NCC and Central Bank of Nigeria plan refund framework for failed airtime and data transactions

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have drawn up a framework to address consumer complaints about unsuccessful airtime and data transactions during network downtimes, system glitches or human input errors. Implementation is expected to commence on 01 March. This follows months of discussions involving the NCC, CBN, mobile network operators (MNOs), value added service (VAS) providers, deposit money banks (DMBs) and other relevant stakeholders.

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