1. Indonesian telcos merge to create XLsmart
Two major Indonesian telecom firms have finalized a $6.5 billion merger, forming XLsmart to streamline operations and enhance competitiveness. Telecoms
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2. Nokia secures networking deal with Nscale
Nokia partners with Nscale to provide data center networking for AI-driven cloud services, advancing infrastructure capabilities. Telecoms
3. Microsoft sells Metaswitch to Alianza
Microsoft divests Metaswitch, its communication software unit, to Alianza to focus on its core cloud services. Telecoms
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4. Deutsche Telekom highlights AI sovereignty
Deutsche Telekom pitches its AI solutions to corporate clients, emphasizing sovereignty and security in the digital age. Telecoms
5. WBA report shows growing trust in WiFi
The Wireless Broadband Alliance reports increased confidence in WiFi and OpenRoaming among global network providers. Telecoms
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6. Nokia and SK Broadband partner with KHNP
Nokia and SK Broadband collaborate with KHNP to deploy advanced communication technologies for energy networks. Capacity Media
7. Vertiv launches hybrid cooling for AI centers
Vertiv and Compass unveil an innovative cooling solution designed for AI-powered data centers to improve efficiency. Capacity Media
8. Google turns to Intersect for clean energy
Google partners with Intersect Power to power its data centers with sustainable, clean energy solutions. Capacity Media
9. Scalapay partners with Trustfull for payments
Scalapay integrates Trustfull to enhance secure payment options across Europe, expanding its fintech capabilities. Fintech Global
10. Ayan Capital raises $2.8M for Islamic fintech
Ayan Capital secures $2.8 million to grow its Islamic fintech solutions targeting the UK market. Fintech Global
11. ACA Group unveils advanced ESG solution
ACA Group introduces an ESG data management platform, improving insights for corporate sustainability efforts. Fintech Global
12. Klarna fined $50M for AML violations
Klarna faces a $50 million fine over anti-money laundering violations, sparking regulatory scrutiny. Finextra
13. Mynt raises $22M for fintech expansion
Swedish fintech Mynt secures $22 million to expand its spend management services globally. Finextra
14. WhiteBIT launches Visa crypto debit card
WhiteBIT introduces a Visa debit card for seamless cryptocurrency payments, advancing crypto adoption. Finextra
15. Klarna checkout integrates with Apple Pay
Klarna users can now utilize Apple Pay for in-app and online purchases in Canada. Finextra
16. Volante: Mid-tier banks modernizing payments
Mid-sized banks are heavily investing in payment modernization according to Volante’s latest report. Finextra
17. Deutsche Bank, Crypto.com sign partnership
Deutsche Bank partners with Crypto.com to strengthen corporate banking and crypto integration services. Finextra
18. Santander teams with CloudPay for SMEs
Santander collaborates with CloudPay to offer small businesses earned wage access for employees. Finextra
19. Intel faces SP downgrade amidst challenges
Intel’s SP rating is downgraded, reflecting ongoing struggles in market competition and chip production. The Register
20. Record data consumption reported by VMO2
Virgin Media O2 reports unprecedented levels of data consumption in 2024, signaling growing digital demand. Telecoms
21. US telecom players oppose T-Mobile alliance
Major US telecom firms unite against T-Mobile and UScellular’s proposed industry alliance. Telecoms
