Top tech news today: 8 July, 2025

Top tech news today: 8 July, 2025 is profiled by BTW Media because public-source evidence links it to internet infrastructure, governance, operational dependencies, or market visibility.

<h2>1. Telecom Italia gets $880M state-backed loan</h2>
<p>Telecom Italia has secured a €750 million government-backed loan to support its ongoing turnaround efforts and stabilise its financial position. <a href="https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/telecom-italia-secures-750-million-euro-state-backed-loan-sources-say/ar-AA1HTpPQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>2. Indosat, Nokia use AI to cut energy</h2>
<p>Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison is working with Nokia to apply AI in reducing its network’s energy use and cutting operational costs. <a href="https://www.fierce-network.com/newswire/indosat-leveraging-nokias-ai-lower-its-networks-energy-consumption" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>3. TPG-Vocus fibre deal wins final approval</h2>
<p>TPG Telecom has received final regulatory approval to sell its fibre assets to Vocus, completing the AU$6.3 billion deal. <a href="https://www.telcotitans.com/infrawatch/tpg-secures-final-approval-for-fibre-sale-to-vocus/9424.article" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>4. Nvidia launches new AI centre in Israel</h2>
<p>Nvidia has opened a new AI research and development hub in Israel, strengthening its regional presence and innovation capabilities. <a href="https://www.capacitymedia.com/article/nvidia-israel-hub" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>5. RCS protocol flaws raise smishing concerns</h2>
<p>Security researchers have uncovered RCS protocol vulnerabilities that scammers use to exploit verified sender systems and launch global smishing attacks. <a href="https://telecomtalk.info/sims-rcs-verified-senders-protocol-loopholes-global-smishing/996837/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>6. Trump Media unveils streaming platform</h2>
<p>Trump Media has launched a new global streaming service featuring Newsmax, aiming to expand its digital media presence. <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-media-launches-tv-streaming-platform-with-newsmax-channel-globally-2025-07-07/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>7. Australia approves TPG-Vocus fibre merger</h2>
<p>Vocus has received official Australian government approval for its acquisition of TPG’s non-mobile assets, advancing its infrastructure strategy. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2025/07/07/australian-telco-vocus-receives-government-nod-for-tpg-telecom-deal" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>8. Huawei denies copying Alibaba AI model</h2>
<p>Huawei has rejected claims that its PanGu AI model was copied from Alibaba’s Qwen, amid industry scrutiny. <a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/huaweis-ai-lab-denies-that-one-its-pangu-models-copied-alibabas-qwen-2025-07-07/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>

<h2>9. TikTok working on new US app version</h2>
<p>TikTok is reportedly developing a new version of its app to prepare for a possible US divestiture order. <a href="https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/tiktok-building-new-version-app-ahead-expected-us-sale-information-reports-5223336" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Source</a></p>