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5G-SoftBank-HAPS

Global National Telecom Trends

SoftBank 5G HAPS test connects smartphones from sky

SoftBank 5G HAPS test shows stable smartphone connections from sky, proving potential for global coverage.

Sep 23, 2025
Open RAN Bangladesh-Rakuten Symphony

Asia-Pacific National Telecom Trends

Rakuten, Grameenphone start Open RAN pilot in Bangladesh

Grameenphone teams with Rakuten Symphony for an Open RAN pilot in Bangladesh, aiming to trial 4G/5G NSA with tougher QoS.

Sep 23, 2025
Editorial image for Salesforce pledges $6B to build UK AI hub.

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

Salesforce pledges $6B to build UK AI hub

Salesforce commits $6bn to UK AI hub, aiming for 500,000 new jobs and $41bn economic impact by 2028 through expanded R&D and training.

Sep 23, 2025

Global Cloud Services Trends

Huawei Upgrades Xinghe AI Security: Can Zero-Trust Keep Up?

Huawei revealed a significant update to its Xinghe AI Network Security solution at HUAWEI CONNECT 2025, incorporating a zero-trust architecture throughout its data centers, campuses, and branches. Higher detection rates and increased automation are promised by the improvements…

Sep 23, 2025
Editorial image for Vodafone Romania buys Telekom Romania assets for $32M.

Global National Telecom Trends

Vodafone Romania buys Telekom Romania assets for $32M

Vodafone Romania will acquire Telekom Romania’s post-paid customers, while Digi Romania takes its pre-paid business.

Sep 23, 2025
Datacloud USA 2025

North America Regional ISP Trends

Datacloud USA 2025 delivers breakthrough moments in infrastructure trends

Datacloud USA 2025 showcased AI, fibre and quantum in digital infrastructure, delivering deep insight and infrastructure innovation.

Sep 23, 2025
Capacity Europe 2025

Europe and Middle East Regional ISP Trends

Capacity Europe 2025 sets stage for fibre, AI and infrastructure

Capacity Europe 2025 focuses on AI, fibre, subsea connectivity, data infrastructure, investment and security for global networks.

Sep 23, 2025
Editorial image for Huawei unveils AI chip plan aimed to rival Nvidia in China.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

Huawei unveils AI chip plan aimed to rival Nvidia in China

Huawei reveals multiyear roadmap for Ascend AI chips, mass supernodes and in-house memory tech to rival Nvidia.

Sep 23, 2025
Editorial image for Nvidia takes stake in Intel after US government.

North America Institutional Trends

Nvidia takes stake in Intel after US government

Nvidia invests $5B in Intel after US government takes 10% stake, forging deeper AI infrastructure partnership and CPU-AI integration.

Sep 23, 2025
ACC 2025 Ceb-Internet security

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

ACC 2025 ends with workshops and masterclasses in Cebu

ACC 2025 Cebu featured workshops, masterclasses, and sessions on subsea cables, 5G, cloud, and cybersecurity in Asia Pacific.

Sep 23, 2025
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Companies

Lessons from other RIRs on election governance

AFRINIC’s broken election system has left members facing annulled votes, court disputes, and collapsing trust. In contrast, other Regional Internet Registries (RIRs) enforce transparency, independent oversight, and strict bylaw compliance. Cloud Innovation argues Africa must…

Sep 23, 2025
Election dispute resolution mechanisms in AFRINIC

Companies

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.

Sep 23, 2025
Editorial image for Nokia to modernise Viettel’s broadband network in Hanoi.

Global Cloud Services Trends

Nokia to modernise Viettel’s broadband network in Hanoi

Nokia and Viettel adopt BNG-CUPS in Hanoi to modernise broadband, boost reliability and improve energy efficiency.

Sep 23, 2025

Africa Cloud Services Trends

Google expands Africa Connect with new subsea hubs

Google has unveiled plans to build four new subsea connectivity hubs across Africa under its “Africa Connect” programme, aiming to bolster internet infrastructure and AI development. The initiative expands on existing cables such as Equiano and the upcoming Umoja route, along…

Sep 23, 2025
Editorial image for SIS 2025 sets focus on Muscat as subsea hub.

Global Regional ISP Trends

SIS 2025 sets focus on Muscat as subsea hub

Carrier Community hosts SIS 2025 in Muscat, uniting global subsea leaders to shape connectivity, fibre, and digital infrastructure.

Sep 23, 2025
Editorial image for Equinix opens AI-ready IBX data centre in Chennai, India.

Asia-Pacific Datacenter Trends

Equinix opens AI-ready IBX data centre in Chennai, India

Equinix opens its first AI-ready IBX data centre in Chennai with US$69M investment, strong interconnection and sustainability features.

Sep 23, 2025
5G RedCap-Apple Watch- Deutsche Telekom

Global National Telecom Trends

Deutsche Telekom brings 5G RedCap to Apple Watch

Deutsche Telekom enables Apple Watch 5G RedCap, boosting wearable efficiency and IoT growth.

Sep 23, 2025
VodafoneThree signs multibillion-pound deals to build UK network

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

VodafoneThree signs multibillion-pound deals to build UK network

VodafoneThree signs multibillion-pound deals with Ericsson and Nokia to enhance UK 5G infrastructure, targeting nationwide coverage by 2034.

Sep 23, 2025
VodafoneThree

North America Cloud Services Trends

Ericsson scores $1.33B 5g deal with Vodafonethree

Ericsson has secured a US$1.33 billion share of an eight-year billion 5G contract with VodafoneThree in the UK, alongside Nokia.

Sep 23, 2025
Nigeria ISP- Fraud risk-Telecom

Africa Regional ISP Trends

Nigeria ISP fraud risk in telecom sector

Nigeria ISP faces fraud risk as telecom industry adapts.

Sep 23, 2025