1. Crypto founders report North Korean hacking attempts
Crypto founders have noted a surge in fake Zoom hacking attempts linked to North Korea, raising concerns about cybersecurity in the crypto space. Source
2. European consumers show limited interest in digital euro
A recent survey reveals that European consumers are showing minimal enthusiasm for the upcoming digital euro, indicating potential challenges ahead for its adoption. Source
3. Ripple gets crypto payments license in Dubai
Ripple has secured a crypto payments license from the Dubai Financial Services Authority, enhancing its operational capabilities in the growing Middle Eastern market. Source
4. MoonPay acquires Iron’s stablecoin platform
MoonPay has acquired Iron, a platform providing API infrastructure for stablecoins, aiming to enhance its offerings in the digital payment space. Source
5. AT&T and Ciena test 1.6 Tb/s fibre link
AT&T and Ciena have successfully tested a 1.6 terabit-per-second fibre link, aiming to meet surging data demands and improve network capacity. Source
6. YouFibre deploys UK’s first 400G port
YouFibre has become the first UK ISP to deploy a 400G port at LINX Manchester, significantly enhancing its broadband capabilities for users. Source
7. e& and UNDP launch AI for climate challenges
e& and the UNDP have introduced an AI-powered platform to address climate, health, and disaster challenges, enhancing decision-making processes for sustainable development. Source
8. Nokia to enhance Vi’s IP backhaul network
Nokia will upgrade Vodafone Idea’s IP backhaul network using its latest IP/MPLS products, improving connectivity and handling increasing data traffic. Source
9. I Squared and Macquarie bid for Indosat’s fibre
I Squared Capital and Macquarie are competing for a stake in Indosat’s $1 billion fibre business, with final bids expected by April. Source
10. Telefónica finalizes $400 million Colombia sale
Telefónica has officially completed a $400 million sale in Colombia, marking a significant strategic shift in its operations within the region. Source
11. EU funds €14.3M for Medusa cable expansion
The European Union has allocated €14.3 million for the Medusa subsea cable expansion project, aimed at enhancing connectivity in West Africa. Source
12. Vodafone Idea taps Nokia for backhaul upgrade
Vodafone Idea has partnered with Nokia to enhance its backhaul infrastructure, improving its ability to manage rising mobile data traffic. Source
13. Amazon, Google, and Meta support nuclear power growth
Amazon, Google, and Meta have voiced support for tripling nuclear power capacity by 2050, aiming to boost sustainable energy production. Source
14. Canal Telecom adopts Nokia Altiplano
Canal Telecom has implemented Nokia’s Altiplano to expand its fiber network across the Caribbean, enhancing connectivity for users in the region. Source
15. UK CMA delays action on mobile browsers
The UK Competition and Markets Authority has postponed decisive action regarding mobile browsers, citing the need for further investigation into market competition. Source
16. Latest developments in telecom AI applications
New advancements in AI applications are influencing the telecom industry, showcasing the relevance of technologies like DeepSeek and Manus AI for telcos. Source
