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Global Cloud Services Trends
VodafoneThree upgrades 100 rural masts under SRN programme
VodafoneThree upgrades 100 mobile masts under the Shared Rural Network to bring 4G coverage to remote UK communities.
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IP address market under scrutiny: Critics call purchases a ‘scam’ and hint at trillion-dollar telecom potential
Critics say buying IPv4 addresses is a lease, not true ownership, raising questions about governance and trillions in telecom asset value.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Disney and OpenAI strike $1 billion deal to license characters for Sora AI video tool
The Walt Disney Company and OpenAI agree a three-year deal for Sora character licensing, but industry concerns remain over impact.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Telecom Italia moves to ditch costly savings shares after court victory
Telecom Italia moves to abolish savings shares following a legal win, sending savings stock higher and ordinary shares lower.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Network APIs hit a turning point in 2025, but risks and rewards remain uneven
Telecom network APIs reached a key inflection point in 2025, driven by standardisation efforts and partnerships, but security risks remain.
Global Datacenter Trends
AirTrunk boosts Melbourne with second large-scale data centre
AirTrunk commits over AUD 5 billion to build a second hyperscale data centre in Melbourne, expanding capacity to over 630 MW.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Stonepeak to acquire Baltic Tower business, creating first independent regional tower company
An independent tower company is set to emerge in Lithuania and Latvia as Stonepeak acquires TeleTower from Bitė Group.
Global Cloud Services Trends
ByteDance plans massive $23 billion AI investment to close gap with global tech rivals
ByteDance plans a $23bn AI capital spending push in 2026, highlighting rising competition and constraints facing Chinese tech firms globally.
Global Cloud Services Trends
WhatsApp raises concerns over reported service slowdown
WhatsApp raises concerns after reports of service slowdowns in Russia, highlighting rising pressure on foreign tech platforms.
Global Cloud Services Trends
SMARTSEL builds Selangor’s digital connectivity future
As a state-backed provider, SMARTSEL expands broadband networks and connectivity solutions to support Selangor’s smart digital plans.
Global Cloud Services Trends
2026 telecoms forecast: From quantum security to AI-driven capacity models
Telecom leaders predict 2026 will bring quantum-safe security, telco-trained AI and flexible capacity models reshaping global networks.
Global Regional ISP Trends
Smartlink Broadband’s surge in Mumbai’s fiber market
Smartlink Broadband delivers high-speed fibre internet in Mumbai with up to 1 Gbps speed, local 24/7 support and OTT entertainment bundles.
Global National Telecom Trends
Orange and Ericsson launch 5G slice for emergencies
Dedicated 5G slicing for Madrid’s police, fire and medical response teams goes live, boosting mission-critical communication.
Global Cloud Services Trends
HCLTech buys HPE telco unit to boost AI services
HCLTech acquires HPE’s telecom solutions unit for $160m, strengthening its push into AI-driven telecom services.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Google Cloud and Palo Alto Networks forge nearly $10 billion AI security partnership
Google Cloud expands partnership with Palo Alto Networks in a nearly $10 billion AI security services deal, reshaping cloud competition.
Global Cloud Services Trends
SmartDial Pty Ltd: AI-driven calling enhances business outreach
Australian company SmartDial delivers AI calling, automated outreach and smart dialer features for business communication and engagement.
Global Regional ISP Trends
Tampnet deploys real-time fibre sensing to protect subsea cables
Advanced sensing tech allows Tampnet to monitor subsea fibre conditions constantly, enhancing network resilience and proactive maintenance.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Why CAIGA’s expansion is drawing international criticism
International criticism of CAIGA is mounting as experts warn it risks political capture and undermines global internet governance norms.
Global Cloud Services Trends
CAIGA’s failure to address data exploitation in Africa
CAIGA has failed to address data exploitation in Africa, raising concerns over digital sovereignty and institutional overreach.
Global Regional ISP Trends
Medusa subsea cable lands in Nador, highlighting connectivity gains and autonomy concerns
The Medusa subsea cable landing in Nador expands Mediterranean connectivity while highlighting debates on regional digital governance.