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Case File
Ofcom clears Openreach FTTP offer
Ofcom rejects competition concerns over Openreach FTTP upgrade scheme, vows continued regulatory oversight
Case File
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.
AFRINIC
When votes don’t count: AFRINIC’s disallowed members
Disallowed votes in AFRINIC elections can skew results, erode trust, and weaken Africa’s global internet standing.
AFRINIC
Regional representation in AFRINIC elections explained
AFRINIC’s regional representation in elections explained, highlighting board seats, NomCom structure, and governance concerns.
ARIN
Inside AFRINIC’s election oversight: How the community ensures fairness
AFRINIC’s election oversight remains under fire as members question its fairness and transparency. Cloud Innovation urges independent audits and public accountability to restore trust in Africa’s internet governance.
AFRINIC
Conflict of interest in AFRINIC elections: The 2025 lens
AFRINIC’s contract with C&A Law, led by a convicted fraudster, involved inflated fees and unlimited expenses.
AFRINIC
AFRINIC elections and the problem of legal enforcement in Mauritius
AFRINIC’s elections are repeatedly disputed under weak legal enforcement in Mauritius, leaving members’ votes discarded and trust eroded. Cloud Innovation warns that without stronger judicial oversight or a full reset, Africa’s internet governance and digital future remain at…
AFRINIC
AFRINIC elections and the dangers of political capture in host countries
AFRINIC’s election crisis, marked by annulled votes and flawed processes, highlights the danger in Mauritius, threatening Africa’s future.
AFRINIC
When ICANN forgets the law: How CEO Kurtis Lindqvist is undermining AFRINIC and Mauritius’ constitution
ICANN CEO Kurtis Lindqvist undermines Mauritius’ courts and AFRINIC’s bylaws, threatening Africa’s internet sovereignty through overreach.
AFRINIC
The role of AFRINIC members in shaping election outcomes: Power and participation
AFRINIC members have formal powers in governance, but their votes are hollowed out when political actors can annul outcomes.
AFRINIC
From ballot disputes to global trust: AFRINIC at a crossroads
AFRINIC election disputes and ICANN transparency demands seriously threaten Africa’s overall internet governance credibility.
ARIN
AFRINIC governance under Mauritius law
Mauritian law and court interventions shape AFRINIC governance, raising concerns over autonomy, accountability and member influence.
Case File
Verizon launches 6G initiative to level up wireless
Verizon launches 6G initiative with Samsung, Nokia, Meta, and Qualcomm to develop AI-native wireless systems and next-gen networks.
Case File
Nvidia-backed Nscale secures $1.1B in Europe’s biggest Series B
British-headquartered AI infrastructure firm Nscale has secured $1.1 billion in a new funding round led by Aker ASA, with support from Nvidia, Dell, Nokia and others, marking one of Europe’s biggest ever Series B rounds. The capital will fuel Nscale’s expansion of GPU-driven data…
Case File
Srini Gopalan named T-Mobile CEO amid competitive pressures
T-Mobile names Srini Gopalan as CEO effective 1 November, with Mike Sievert becoming Vice Chair in strategic leadership shift.
Case File
e& enterprise launches OneCloud, UAE’s sovereign cloud platform
The platform, powered by Oracle Alloy, offers AI-ready infrastructure and data sovereignty for the UAE’s government and regulated sectors.
ARIN
5 lessons from AFRINIC election disputes for RIRs
AFRINIC’s election disputes expose flaws in governance. Other RIRs must learn lessons to protect trust and stability.
AFRINIC
Elections data transparency: Who owns AFRINIC’s records?
AFRINIC’s refusal to share election records fuels mistrust and suspicion of manipulation. Cloud Innovation warns that only full transparency can restore credibility to Africa’s failed registry.
ARIN
How AFRINIC can learn from RIPE and ARIN election systems
AFRINIC’s 2025 board election is annulled after one disputed proxy vote causes cancellation of all ballots.
AFRINIC
How AFRINIC elections affect cloud and CDN providers in Africa
AFRINIC’s governance crisis impacts cloud services and CDN providers in Africa, urgently requiring reform to restore trust.