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Europe and Middle East National Telecom Trends
Ericsson and Vodafone bring 5G to German tunnel
Ericsson and Vodafone deploy tunnel-optimised antennas in Germany to deliver uninterrupted 5G connectivity underground.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Interview with Stephen Bridge, CCO at Enigma Net: SD-WAN strategy and smart connectivity
During the Connected North 2025 conference, BTW Media’s Fei Wang interviewed Stephen Bridge, Chief Commercial Officer of Enigma Net. The conversation covered the company’s growth strategy, the evolving role of SD-WAN technology, and how Enigma Net maintains its agility in a…

Europe and Middle East Institutional Trends
United for brilliance: TNC25 to take place in Brighton, UK
One of the most influential global events in the research and education networking field, TNC25, will be held from 9–13 June 2025 in the seaside city of Brighton, United Kingdom. Hosted by the UK’s national research and education network, Jisc, this year’s theme, “United for…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Industry leaders form 5G OT alliance to transform networks
What happened: Industry leaders unite to form 5G OT Alliance A group of industry leaders has launched the 5G OT Alliance, aimed at empowering network owners to drive the private 5G revolution in operational technology. This initiative seeks to address the growing demand for…

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Portugal’s AI future strengthens with Schneider Electric’s initiative
What happened: Partnership launches sustainable AI infrastructure in Portugal Schneider Electric and Start Campus have announced a partnership to establish a scalable and sustainable foundation for AI and cloud infrastructure in Portugal. This collaboration aims to create a…

Global Institutional Trends
Top tech news today: May 12, 2025
Tech News Roundup 1. Trump’s crypto agenda faces conflict of interest Trump’s personal cryptocurrency ventures threaten to derail key crypto legislation, as lawmakers express concerns over conflicts of interest affecting national security. Source 2. Pectra wallet exploit raises…

Companies
LACNIC 43: Highlights regional challenges and IPv6 progress in Latin America
LACNIC 43 tackles IPv6 gaps, cybersecurity, and digital equity challenges across Latin America and the Caribbean.

Europe and Middle East Datacenter Trends
Portus adds AI-ready facility to Munich campus in $108M expansion
Portus expands its Munich campus with a 5.5MW AI-ready data centre, boosting AI infrastructure in southern Germany.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
EN Technologies Pte Ltd: Powering digital growth
EN Technologies Pte Ltd: EN’s strategic role in Singapore’s digital ecosystem EN Technologies Pte Ltd has established a solid presence in Singapore, reflecting its commitment to empowering businesses across the Asia-Pacific region with robust digital infrastructure. The company’s…

Global Cloud Services Trends
TPG buys Peppertree to expand digital infrastructure
What happened: TPG strikes $960M Peppertree deal TPG has agreed to acquire Ohio-based Peppertree Capital Management in a transaction valued at up to $960M, comprising $660M in cash and equity alongside potential earnouts of $300M tied to performance targets. The deal is aimed at…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Telekom Deutschland partners with Compax on TaaS platform
What happened: Compax to support Telekom’s TaaS platform Telekom Deutschland has appointed Compax as its technology partner to develop and operate its new Telco-as-a-Service (TaaS) platform. The agreement follows an extensive vendor selection process. Compax will deliver its full…

Global National Telecom Trends
BT appoints Deutsche Telekom CIO as new chief
BT appoints Peter Leukert, Deutsche Telekom CIO, as Chief Digital Officer to lead digital transformation and replace Harmeen Mehta.

Asia-Pacific National Telecom Trends
SK apologises for data breach at SK Telecom
SK chairman apologises after malware breach at SK Telecom exposes data of 23M users, promises security overhaul.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Ericsson completes multi-operator 5G field test at Taipei city mall
What happened: Ericsson demonstrates shared 5G network capabilities in Taipei Ericsson has completed a multi-operator 5G field test at Taipei City Mall, focusing on the implementation of Multi-Operator Core Network (MOCN) technology. This approach allows multiple mobile network…

Global Institutional Trends
EU launches consultation on telecom merger rules
What happened: EU opens public consultation on merger policy reform The European Commission launched a public consultation aimed at overhauling its merger control policies. This move comes in response to mounting pressure from telecom operators and other industries advocating for…

Companies
MYNOG-12 Conference 2025: Innovating digital infrastructure
MYNOG-12 Conference: A hub for digital innovation The MYNOG-12 Conference 2025, scheduled for 11 June 2025 at the CCEC @ NEXUS in Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur, is a significant gathering for professionals in the digital infrastructure and networking sectors. The event brings…

Global Cloud Services Trends
NTT seeks full ownership of NTT Data
What happened: NTT proposes buyout of NTT Data Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (NTT) has announced its intention to acquire the remaining shares of its subsidiary, NTT Data, that it does not already own. The proposed tender offer is valued at approximately $16.4…

Europe and Middle East National Telecom Trends
Ofcom reports 80% gigabit broadband coverage across UK
UK gigabit broadband reaches 80% coverage, but Ofcom warns rural areas still lag behind national infrastructure goals.

Europe and Middle East Regional ISP Trends
UK fibre uptake matches rapid rollout
What happened: Fibre adoption keeps pace with network expansion The United Kingdom is witnessing a significant surge in full-fibre broadband adoption, with recent data indicating that uptake is closely following the rapid expansion of network coverage. As of July 2024, 69% of UK…

Global National Telecom Trends
Top tech news today: May 9, 2025
1. Telekom Deutschland partners with Compax Telekom Deutschland has selected Compax as a technology partner for its “Telco as a Service” platform, aiming to enhance service offerings for MVNOs and partner brands. Source 2. TPG to acquire Peppertree Capital TPG has announced plans…
