1. Openreach connects remote pub with fibre
Openreach has utilized its Project Gigabit initiative to bring high-speed fibre connectivity to a remote pub, enhancing local digital access. Source
2. Rakuten Mobile reaches EBITDA positivity
Rakuten Mobile has achieved positive EBITDA for the first time, marking a significant milestone in its financial turnaround strategy. Source
3. Intelsat and Cubic³ test vehicle connectivity
Intelsat and Cubic³ successfully completed a vehicle satellite connectivity test, paving the way for seamless connectivity in automotive and heavy machinery applications. Source
4. Google announces major updates across platforms
Google unveiled significant updates for Android, Wear OS, and Gemini, featuring a new design language and enhanced safety features, set to roll out later this year. Source
5. Telefonica reports loss in Latin America
Telefonica posted a €1.3 billion loss in Q1 2025 due to asset writedowns in Latin America, although it anticipates improvements as it undergoes a strategic review. Source
6. US warns against Huawei AI chip use
The US government cautioned against using Huawei’s AI chips globally, citing violations of export controls affecting national security and technological integrity. Source
7. NTT expands global data centre footprint
NTT has announced significant expansions in its data centre operations, acquiring land across North America, Europe, and Asia to enhance capacity and infrastructure. Source
8. CoreSite selects Nokia for IP upgrades
CoreSite has partnered with Nokia to upgrade its IP routing infrastructure across 30 US data centres, enhancing capacity for AI and HPC workloads. Source
9. Samsung acquires FläktGroup for HVAC growth
Samsung Electronics has finalized a €1.5 billion acquisition of FläktGroup to strengthen its data centre HVAC capabilities and expand its presence in critical infrastructure markets. Source
