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Europe and Middle East Regional ISP Trends
Sparkle and Cyta strengthen Mediterranean connectivity
Sparkle and Cyta have agreed to land the BlueMed submarine cable in Cyprus, boosting connectivity to Greece and the Mediterranean.

Global Regional ISP Trends
Ooredoo launches new Gulf submarine cable
Ooredoo launches new Gulf submarine cable intelligence summary explains the development, the public evidence available to readers, the organisations involved, the regional context, market exposure, and the infrastructure consequences that may follow. The Global Regional ISP…

Africa Cloud Services Trends
Top tech news today: February 5, 2025
1. Egypt’s Khazna secures $16m for expansion Egyptian fintech Khazna raises $16 million to expand its financial super-app into Saudi Arabia, enhancing digital financial services across the Middle East. TechCrunch 2. Stripe appoints new head of startup partnerships Stripe hires a…

Global National Telecom Trends
Ofcom to auction 1.4 GHz spectrum
Ofcom launches consultation on auctioning 1.4 GHz spectrum for 4G and 5G services, with power restrictions to prevent satellite interference.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Telcos need better storytelling to drive transformation
What happened Industry experts argue that telecom companies must refine their storytelling strategies to remain relevant in a fast-changing market. As telcos undergo digital transformation—shifting towards AI-driven customer service, cloud-based infrastructure, and new…

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Musk and Ambani push satellite internet expansion in India
What happened Elon Musk’s Starlink and Mukesh Ambani’s JioSat are in a competitive race to bring satellite-based internet to millions of Indians, particularly in underserved and remote regions. With India’s vast rural population still lacking reliable broadband access, satellite…

Global Datacenter Trends
Top tech news stories today: February 4, 2025
1. Data centre technology advances boost telco sustainability New data centre technologies are helping telecom operators reduce energy consumption and improve efficiency, supporting sustainability goals in a rapidly growing industry. TelecomTV 2. NGSO LEO satellites become…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Community-driven connectivity projects gain momentum globally
What happened Community-driven internet initiatives are emerging as a key strategy to close the global digital divide. These projects focus on providing affordable and sustainable internet access in areas that lack traditional broadband infrastructure. Several organisations and…

Global Cloud Services Trends
AI revolutionises telecoms, driving automation and efficiency
What happened Artificial intelligence is increasingly being integrated into telecom operations, bringing significant changes to how networks are managed and services are delivered. AI-driven automation is enabling telecom operators to improve network reliability, predict…

North America Regional ISP Trends
Top tech news today: February 3, 2025
1. US Justice Department sues to block HPE-Juniper deal The US Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit to prevent Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s acquisition of Juniper Networks, citing antitrust concerns and potential market control risks. Telecoms.com 2. Openreach line losses…

Global National Telecom Trends
Vodafone advances direct-to-device satellite connectivity trials
What happened Vodafone has taken another step toward commercialising direct-to-device (D2D) satellite communications by conducting additional trials with AST SpaceMobile. The initiative is part of Vodafone’s strategy to provide mobile connectivity to remote regions where…

Global Cloud Services Trends
AI, 5G, and cybersecurity to dominate telecom trends in 2025
What happened Juniper Research has published its latest insights into the key trends that will shape the telecom sector in 2025. The report highlights artificial intelligence (AI), 5G expansion, and cybersecurity as the three most influential developments expected to drive…

Global National Telecom Trends
Top tech news today: January 31, 2025
1. Vodafone conducts first space-based 5G video call Vodafone has successfully completed the first space-based 5G video call using AST SpaceMobile satellites, marking a breakthrough in global connectivity. Silicon Republic 2. BT Group faces growing competitive pressure BT Group…

Global Cloud Services Trends
China and Thailand extradite telecom scam suspect Wang Xing
What happened Authorities in Thailand and China have successfully captured and extradited Wang Xing, a suspect involved in a major telecom fraud case. Wang was arrested in Thailand following joint investigations between the two countries, after being linked to fraudulent telecom…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Ericsson launches Cognitive Labs to drive telecom AI innovation
What happened Ericsson has unveiled its Cognitive Labs initiative, an AI-driven research effort designed to enhance telecommunications networks through machine learning and automation. The initiative aims to push the boundaries of AI applications in telecoms, addressing…

North America Cloud Services Trends
Ericsson ends 2024 with strong Q4 performance
Ericsson’s Q4 2024 shows strong sales growth, driven by North America, with higher margins and net income.

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Europe struggles to meet 5G deadline
Europe faces major challenges in meeting its 2025 5G targets, with delays caused by regulatory hurdles and fragmented strategies.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Are passkeys the future of payment authentication?
What happened: Passkeys gaining traction as a secure payment solution The internet’s dependence on passwords has led to significant security risks, with breaches often traced back to weak or stolen passwords. As a result, industries are exploring passkeys as a safer, more…

Global Cloud Services Trends
The Bank of London fails to file accounts
What Happened: The Bank of London fails to meet filing deadline The Bank of London has missed the deadline to file its accounts for 2023 with Companies House, which was set for 31 December 2024. In a statement to tax expert Dan Niedle, the bank acknowledged that its accounts are…

Global Regional ISP Trends
What are undersea cables used for?
Undersea cables, also called submarine cables, are fundamental to the modern world’s communication infrastructure. These cables, running beneath the oceans, form the backbone of global data transmission. They connect continents and countries, making international communication…
