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Europe AND Middle East
Europe AND Middle East regional intelligence explains how companies, people, policy moves, network operations, investment signals, data centre demand, telecom execution, and market constraints shape infrastructure delivery in the same geographic market or governance area. The page connects public articles with evidence, regional actors, operating dependencies, market context, and customer or regulatory exposure that may otherwise sit across separate topic or company pages. Readers can compare who is active, which signals are backed by public evidence, how local execution risk connects to broader internet infrastructure strategy, and what changes may affect customers, partners, regulators, or capital planning. Search users can understand the geography, the relevant infrastructure sectors, the public evidence base, and the practical questions that make the regional page more useful than a short listing of articles.
Cloud Service
6 advantages of network operating systems
Explore the advantages of network operating systems: centralized management, enhanced security, efficiency, and integration.
Cloud Service
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…
Case File
AdClear secures $510K to automate FCA compliance for fintechs
What happened: RegTech startup AdClear secures $510K to automate FCA marketing compliance for fintechs AdClear, a regulatory technology startup, has successfully raised $510K to enhance its platform, which automates marketing compliance for fintech companies. This funding will be…
Cloud Service
KYND urges financial firms to build cyber resilience under DORA
What happened: KYND urges financial firms to prioritize long-term cyber resilience under DORA KYND, a cyber risk management firm, has urged financial institutions to focus on building long-term cyber resilience to meet the requirements of the EU’s Digital Operational Resilience…
Cloud Service
Nokia appoints Patrik Hammarén president
Nokia appoints Patrik Hammarén as president of Nokia Technologies to lead growth and expand its patent licensing business.
Case File
CMA revisits mobile ecosystems amid rising political scrutiny
What happened: CMA initiates new probe into mobile ecosystems The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has announced a renewed investigation into the mobile ecosystems dominated by Google and Apple. This decision follows the recent removal of CMA Chair Marcus Bokkerink, which…
Regional ISP
Openreach’s fibre network expands to cover half of Scotland
What happened: Openreach expands fibre network across Scotland Openreach has successfully expanded its fibre network to reach half of Scotland, a significant milestone in enhancing broadband connectivity across the region. The telecoms infrastructure company has invested over…
Institutional
Top tech news today: January 24, 2025
Tech News Roundup 1. Adclear secures $628k for compliance automation RegTech startup Adclear has raised £510,000 to enhance its AI-driven platform, helping FinTech firms automate FCA marketing compliance processes. Source 2. KYND calls for long-term cyber resilience KYND urges…
Cloud Service
Top tech news today: January 23, 2025
Tech News Roundup 1. Kraken wallet rumors spark donation discussions Speculation surrounding a $47M wallet linked to Ross Ulbricht has led to discussions on donations, raising questions about the future of these funds. Source 2. BlackRock CEO predicts $700K Bitcoin value…
Case File
Telxius upgrades global Ethernet service for Europe and Americas
What happened: Telxius upgrades its global Ethernet service Telxius has introduced significant improvements to its Global Carrier Ethernet (GCE) service, designed for enterprises and service providers in Europe and the Americas. The upgraded service provides bandwidth…
Case File
Liberty Global and EY advocate for AI-friendly telecom regulation
What happened: Liberty Global and EY urge regulators to adopt AI-friendly policies for telecom growth Liberty Global and EY have called for telecom regulators to adopt AI-friendly policies to foster the growth and integration of artificial intelligence in the telecom industry.…
RIPE NCC
SEE 13 opens registration for 2025 event
Register for SEE 13, the leading event for internet professionals. Join us in Sofia for two days of networking and innovation.
National Telecom
NOS and iBASIS renew and expand strategic partnership
What happened: NOS and iBASIS renew and expand global connectivity partnership NOS, a leading telecom provider in Portugal, and iBASIS, a global communications enabler, have renewed and expanded their strategic partnership. This collaboration aims to enhance international voice…
National Telecom
Freshwave launches portable 5G for robotics at Scottish research centre
What happened: Private 5G robotics network launched in Scotland Freshwave, a UK-based tower company, has set up a portable private 5G network at the National Robotarium in Edinburgh, Scotland. This network supports research for commercial robotics solutions for Industry 4.0, with…
Case File
Virgin Media Wholesale launches high-bandwidth Ethernet and DIA services
What happened: Virgin Media Wholesale launches high-bandwidth Ethernet services Virgin Media Business Wholesale has launched high-bandwidth National Ethernet and Direct Internet Access (DIA) services through its advanced metro network. This improvement boosts delivery speed and…
Case File
Barclays to wind down Rise fintech accelerator by mid-2025
What happened: Barclays announces closure of Rise fintech accelerator by mid-2025 Barclays has announced plans to wind down its Rise fintech accelerator program by mid-2025. Launched in 2015, Rise was designed to foster innovation in financial technology by providing startups…
Case File
Three UK chooses Ericsson to replace Nokia in core network
What happened: Three UK’s network overhaul Three UK has announced a significant shift in its network infrastructure, choosing Ericsson to replace Nokia as its core network provider. This decision marks a pivotal moment in the company’s strategy, as it transitions to a new partner…
Case File
Finom appoints Kristjan Kaar as new CPO
Finom hires Kristjan Kaar as CPO to drive innovation and growth, replacing Ivo Dimitrov, who becomes Chief Venture Officer.
RIPE NCC
RIPE NCC 2025 invoices and payment extensions
RIPE NCC will issue 2025 invoices in January and provide payment extensions for members affected by crises.
Case File
Klearly secures $6.42M to disrupt payments
Klearly raises €6m to revolutionise in-person payments with seamless SaaS and mobile-based solutions for SMBs.