1. Megaport partners with Angola Cables
Megaport has announced a partnership with Angola Cables to enhance global connectivity solutions, enabling access to over 930 data centers worldwide. Source
2. Verizon offers satellite messaging for Android
Verizon has launched satellite messaging capabilities for select Android phones, allowing users to send texts from areas without cellular coverage. Source
3. Colt completes quantum encryption trial
Colt Technology Services successfully completed a trial of quantum-secured encryption across its optical network, enhancing security for businesses against future quantum computing threats. Source
4. ADQ and Energy Capital Partners sign $25bn deal
ADQ and Energy Capital Partners have entered a $25 billion agreement to boost power generation, targeting the energy needs of AI-driven industries and data centers in the U.S. Source
5. VMO2-led project showcases Open RAN tech
The VMO2-led 5G MoDE project demonstrated Open RAN technology at Allianz Stadium, improving mobile connectivity for fans during the Six Nations rugby match. Source
6. SITA and Orange Business renew partnership
SITA and Orange Business have renewed their partnership for another five years, focusing on enhancing secure connectivity solutions for the aviation industry. Source
7. Evroc secures €50M for hyperscale cloud
Evroc has raised €50 million to develop hyperscale cloud and critical AI infrastructure, marking the largest tech series A funding in the Nordics. Source
8. BT approaches AT&T and Orange for sale
BT has initiated discussions with AT&T and Orange regarding a potential sale of its international business unit, as it seeks to optimize its global operations. Source
9. VMO2 and Mavenir deploy Open RAN trial
VMO2 and Mavenir have successfully deployed an Open RAN trial at Allianz Stadium, showcasing improved mobile connectivity for high-density environments. Source
10. Australian watchdog approves Vocus-TPG merger
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has approved the merger between Vocus and TPG, allowing the companies to enhance their competitive positions in the market. Source
11. Telenor partners with Jotta for local cloud
Telenor has merged with Jotta to create a Norwegian cloud storage competitor to US tech giants, enhancing local data security and sovereignty. Source