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Ofcom direct-to-device-UK satellite-to-phone

Europe and Middle East National Telecom Trends

Ofcom sets 2026 launch target for UK direct-to-device services

Ofcom targets early-2026 for UK direct-to-device satellite services, pushing licence changes while operators weigh costs and adoption.

Sep 10, 2025
Editorial image for Intel reshuffles leadership to strengthen custom silicon.

Global Cloud Services Trends

Intel reshuffles leadership to strengthen custom silicon

Intel reorganises leadership under CEO Lip‑Bu Tan as Michelle Holthaus exits; focus shifts to custom silicon and efficiency.

Sep 10, 2025
Editorial image for SpaceX’s $17 Billion EchoStar Deal Targets Mobile Black Spots.

Global Cloud Services Trends

SpaceX’s $17 Billion EchoStar Deal Targets Mobile Black Spots

SpaceX has struck a $17 billion deal to acquire EchoStar’s AWS-4 and H-block spectrum—half in cash, half in stock—empowering Starlink’s direct-to-cell expansion and potentially resolving EchoStar’s FCC spectrum concerns.

Sep 10, 2025
New role for Obaid Rahman at TNS Global

Global Cloud Services Trends

New role for Obaid Rahman at TNS Global

Obaid Rahman becomes Group CEO of TNS Plus, aiming to expand beyond CIS markets and unlock new AI-driven routes.

Sep 10, 2025
Editorial image for Insight Actuaries & Consultants expands in healthcare.

Global Cloud Services Trends

Insight Actuaries & Consultants expands in healthcare

Insight Actuaries & Consultants PTY LTD provides healthcare and life insurance consulting to help clients manage risk and innovate.

Sep 10, 2025
Mzansi-ComNet

Africa Cloud Services Trends

Mzansi ComNet: Connecting South Africa’s digital future

Mzansi ComNet delivers affordable broadband and cloud services in South Africa, bridging the digital divide through innovation.

Sep 10, 2025
NGCOM- Telecom-Hardware

Global Cloud Services Trends

NGCOM Telecom Hardware Driving Innovation and Growth

NGCOM offers telecom hardware solutions with innovation, reliability and scalability to meet modern connectivity challenges.

Sep 10, 2025
Internet Service-Futurecom-Nigeria

Africa Regional ISP Trends

Futurecom: Nigeria Internet Service Challenges and Opportunities

Futurecom delivers reliable Internet Service in Nigeria, addressing telecom challenges with innovative ICT solutions.

Sep 10, 2025
MTC Namibia-5G Namibia

Africa Cloud Services Trends

MTC Namibia launches 5G and rural upgrade projects

MTC Namibia expands 5G Namibia rollout and rural upgrades, partnering with the UN to advance digital inclusion nationwide.

Sep 10, 2025
NIGCOMSAT- Satellite-Digital

Africa Cloud Services Trends

NIGCOMSAT Driving Satellite-Powered Digital Inclusion in Nigeria

Explore how NIGCOMSAT uses satellite technology to enhance digital inclusion and connectivity across Nigeria.

Sep 10, 2025
ABT Telecoms

Global Cloud Services Trends

ABT World: South African ICT innovator

ABT World builds pan-African broadband and unified communications infrastructure with managed IT and cloud services under Level 1 BBBEE.

Sep 10, 2025
Salt Essential IT-Microsoft Cloud provider Namibia

Africa Cloud Services Trends

Salt Essential IT drives cloud and cybersecurity in Namibia

Salt Essential IT powers Microsoft cloud solutions and delivers cybersecurity awareness, supporting Namibia’s digital resilience.

Sep 10, 2025
IXP Namibia-Windhoek Internet Exchange

Africa Regional ISP Trends

IXP Namibia strengthens Windhoek’s internet backbone

IXP Namibia enables local traffic exchange in Windhoek, lowering latency and cost while bolstering national internet resilience.

Sep 10, 2025
Editorial image for Wired.Tech transforms connectivity in Limpopo.

Global Cloud Services Trends

Wired.Tech transforms connectivity in Limpopo

Wired.Tech delivers dependable, tailored internet and IT solutions across Limpopo, backed by 24/7 support.

Sep 10, 2025
Telecom Namibia-Namibia broadband

Africa Regional ISP Trends

Telecom Namibia Anchors Connectivity for National Development

Telecom Namibia expands fibre and mobile services while supporting youth and AI initiatives, driving digital inclusion across the country.

Sep 10, 2025
Regional Data Hub

Africa Cloud Services Trends

Telecom Egypt backs Helios in $230m data hub venture

Telecom Egypt approves Helios majority stake in Regional Data Hub, valuing it at up to $260m, boosting Egypt’s digital infrastructure and investor confidence.

Sep 9, 2025
Is AFRINIC breaking its own rules? Inside the election procedures that violate the bylaws

Companies

Is AFRINIC breaking its own rules? Inside the election procedures that violate the bylaws

AFRINIC annulled its June 23 election over a single unverified proxy dispute, discarding valid votes and defying its own bylaws. Stakeholders warn this broken process threatens Africa’s internet governance and call for an urgent reset.

Sep 9, 2025
Editorial image for Reasons the upcoming AFRINIC election is illegal – And why it must be stopped.

Companies

Reasons the upcoming AFRINIC election is illegal – And why it must be stopped

AFRINIC’s planned election faces legal challenges in Mauritius, as Cloud Innovation and the Supreme Court call for accountability.

Sep 9, 2025
APNIC 60 workshops kick off in Da Nang

Companies

APNIC 60 workshops kick off in Da Nang

APNIC 60 workshops in Da Nang provide practical training in routing, network security, and operations from 4–8 September 2025.

Sep 9, 2025
Editorial image for FiberCop aims to add 3 million fibre locations in 2026.

Global Regional ISP Trends

FiberCop aims to add 3 million fibre locations in 2026

FiberCop raises FTTH rollout pace, actively aiming to connect 3 million Italian premises in 2026 under NRRP scheme.

Sep 9, 2025