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Top tech news today: May 15, 2025

Tech News Roundup 1. Openreach connects remote pub with fibre Openreach has utilized its Project Gigabit initiative to bring high-speed fibre connectivity to a remote pub, enhancing local digital access. Source 2. Rakuten Mobile reaches EBITDA positivity Rakuten Mobile has achieved positive EBITDA f…

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Tech News Roundup 1. Openreach connects remote pub with fibre Openreach has utilized its Project Gigabit initiative to bring high-speed fibre connectivity to a remote pub, enhancing local digital access. Source 2. Rakuten Mobile reaches EBITDA positivity Rakuten Mobile has…

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Openreach has utilized its Project Gigabit initiative to bring high-speed fibre connectivity to a remote pub, enhancing local digital access. Source Rakuten Mobile has achieved positive EBITDA for the first time, marking a significant milestone in its financial turnaround strategy. Source

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Analysis

Intelsat and Cubic³ successfully completed a vehicle satellite connectivity test, paving the way for seamless connectivity in automotive and heavy machinery applications. Source Google unveiled significant updates for Android, Wear OS, and Gemini, featuring a new design language and enhanced safety features, set to roll out later this year. Source Telefonica posted a €1.3 billion loss in Q1 2025 due to asset writedowns in Latin America, although it anticipates improvements as it undergoes a strategic review. Source The US government cautioned against using Huawei’s AI chips globally, citing violations of export controls affecting national security and technological integrity. Source

Key Points

  • 1. Openreach connects remote pub with fibre
  • 2. Rakuten Mobile reaches EBITDA positivity
  • 3. Intelsat and Cubic³ test vehicle connectivity
  • 4. Google announces major updates across platforms
  • 5. Telefonica reports loss in Latin America

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Fiona Xu