Top tech news today: 4 July, 2025

Top tech news today: 4 July, 2025 is profiled by BTW Media because public-source evidence links it to internet infrastructure, governance, operational dependencies, or market visibility.

1. CityFibre connects first gigabit users

CityFibre has connected its first Project Gigabit customers in Buckinghamshire while other UK broadband players are stepping back. Source

<h2>2. T-Mobile finishes $2B Florida network plan</h2>
<p>T-Mobile has completed a $2 billion network enhancement in Florida, increasing capacity and 5G speed across the state. <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/t-mobile-completes-2b-florida-122800601.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>3. AT&T and DirecTV finally split for good</h2>
<p>AT&T ends its complex and strained relationship with DirecTV, officially exiting after a multi-year transition. <a href="https://www.telecoms.com/digital-ecosystem/curtain-comes-down-on-at-t-s-directv-drama" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>4. SK Telecom expands AI with Qraft deal</h2>
<p>SK Telecom will acquire a controlling stake in US-based AI investment firm Qraft Technologies to bolster its AI strategy. <a href="https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=246213" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>5. HPE completes $14B Juniper acquisition</h2>
<p>Hewlett Packard Enterprise has closed its $14 billion purchase of Juniper Networks, expanding its networking and AI capabilities. <a href="https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/news/hpe-closes-14bn-acquisition-of-juniper-networks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>6. First Project Gigabit home now connected</h2>
<p>CityFibre has officially delivered service to the first Project Gigabit household in rural Buckinghamshire. <a href="https://www.thinkbroadband.com/news/first-project-gigabit-customer-connected-by-cityfibre-in-buckinghamshire" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>7. T-Mobile boosts Florida with $2B network</h2>
<p>T-Mobile’s Florida network upgrades have been completed, expanding 5G coverage and delivering stronger connections across the region. <a href="https://www.bizjournals.com/jacksonville/news/2025/07/03/t-mobiles-2b-florida-investment-powers.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>8. Samsung and Orange test 5G in France</h2>
<p>Samsung and Orange France are working together to trial advanced 5G technology, aiming to develop new use cases. <a href="https://www.capacitymedia.com/article/samsung-orange-france-5g" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>9. Vodafone, Three UK sign Currys partnership</h2>
<p>Vodafone and Three UK are teaming up with electronics retailer Currys to increase in-store visibility and boost device sales. <a href="https://www.capacitymedia.com/article/vodafonethree-currys-deal" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>10. New subsea cable to link Sweden, Finland</h2>
<p>GlobalConnect is launching a subsea cable connecting Sweden and Finland to ensure stable Baltic regional connectivity. <a href="https://www.mynewsdesk.com/globalconnect/pressreleases/new-globalconnect-subsea-cable-to-link-sweden-and-finland-securing-baltic-connectivity-3395048" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>11. Deutsche Telekom taps IBM for AI security</h2>
<p>Deutsche Telekom is partnering with IBM to integrate AI in its security processes and strengthen its cyber defences. <a href="https://www.telecoms.com/ai/deutsche-telekom-drafts-in-ibm-for-ai-upgrade-to-security-processes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>12. Samsung, Orange advance France 5G pilots</h2>
<p>Samsung and Orange France expand their collaboration to test next-generation 5G capabilities across different environments. <a href="https://www.capacitymedia.com/article/samsung-orange-france-5g" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>13. Datum opens second Manchester data centre</h2>
<p>Datum Datacentres has launched MCR2, its second Manchester facility, to support growing regional digital infrastructure demand. <a href="https://www.capacitymedia.com/article/datum-datacentres-mcr2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>