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Deutsche Telekom and Nvidia launch $1.2B AI cloud
Deutsche Telekom and Nvidia are launching a $1.2B AI cloud for industrial applications, set to launch in 2026.
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Ex-Nokia exec Mary O’Neill appointed CEO of new AIOps firm
Telecom industry expert Mary O’Neill takes the helm of NumoData, a new software firm specialising in network AIOps and service assurance.
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Orange acquires full ownership of MasOrange in $4.5B deal
Orange secures full control of its Spanish joint venture, MasOrange, as part of its strategic expansion in the European market.
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Sparkle and Cyta launch BlueMed subsea cable
Sparkle and Cyta land BlueMed subsea cable in Cyprus, boosting Mediterranean connectivity, capacity, and regional digital infrastructure.
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OpenAI, Oracle, Vantage launch data centre campus in Wisconsin
OpenAI and Oracle’s $500 billion Stargate campus in Wisconsin promises vast AI capacity but faces energy and oversight challenges.
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Stakeholder representation in AFRINIC elections: Are small resource holders being left out?
Small resource holders risk marginalisation when member votes can be annulled by state action; legal protection and inclusion are urgent.
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Intel signals return to AI race with new chip to launch next year
Intel announces Crescent Island chip, targeting AI market with focus on energy efficiency and performance.
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LINX and Digital Realty expand partnership with new IXP in Ghana
The London Internet Exchange teams up with Digital Realty to introduce a new interconnection hub, boosting connectivity in West Africa.
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Verizon acquires Starry to boost fixed wireless broadband
Verizon acquires Starry to expand fixed wireless reach in MDUs, aiming to reach more customers via hybrid fibre and mmWave technology.
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Denmark and Novo Nordisk owner launch world’s largest quantum venture fund
Copenhagen-based 55 North has raised €134 million in its first close, with backing from Novo Holdings and Denmark’s Export and Investment Fund (EIFO)
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American Tower and AT&T Mexico settle tower-rent dispute
AT&T Mexico and American Tower resolve tower-rent row, with withheld sums repaid and future payments placed in escrow.
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How AFRINIC can rebuild confidence after election dispute
AFRINIC must follow law, recognise June election, and resist government interference to regain African community trust.
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Ciena acquires Nubis to power AI data centres
In an all-cash transaction worth US$270 million, Ciena is purchasing optical connector specialist Nubis Communications. The action is intended to increase it…
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Brazil exempts tech taxes to attract $377 billion data centre investment
Brazil waives taxes like PIS, Cofins and IPI on data centre equipment to attract US $377 billion in investment over next decade.
Governance
Election dispute resolution mechanisms in AFRINIC
Analysis of election dispute resolution mechanisms in AFRINIC: June 2025 election result recognition seen as only path to restore trust.
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Nvidia UK AI investment to boost data centres
Nvidia UK AI investment drives data centres growth and sovereign infrastructure.
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BET: Building Africa’s betting tech backbone amid regulatory shifts
BET Software (Pty) Ltd develops betting platforms such as SyX, serving markets across South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Governance
AFRINIC community raises concern over Smart Africa data breach
Interviews show most respondents are concerned to Smart Africa after a visible-recipient email exposes AFRINIC-aligned addresses.
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OQC and Digital Realty launch quantum-AI data centre in New York
OQC and Digital Realty launch NYC’s first Quantum-AI data centre, combining quantum and AI technologies for enterprise use.
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Nokia and Deutsche Bahn launch first 1900 MHz 5G rail trial
With a 5G Standalone core, Deutsche Bahn and Nokia have launched the world’s first commercial 5G radio network on live test tracks in Germany’s Ore Mountains…