1. Chinese AI startup DeepSeek sparks global concern
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek is alarming global tech players with its rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, raising competitive and security concerns worldwide. Telecoms.com
2. RIPE NCC publishes quarterly sanctions transparency report
RIPE NCC has released its Q1 2025 sanctions transparency report, detailing compliance with international sanctions and its impact on network operations. RIPE NCC
3. MasOrange and Vodafone collaborate on mobile network JV
MasOrange and Vodafone are developing a joint venture to improve mobile network performance and infrastructure across shared markets in Europe. Telecoms.com
4. FullFibre and Zzoomm merge to lead UK fibre
The merger of FullFibre and Zzoomm creates a significant player in the UK fibre broadband market, accelerating network rollout and coverage. Telecom Tech News
5. Netmasks: exploring the evolution of IP addressing
LACNIC shares insights into the history and development of netmasks, highlighting their role in managing IP address allocation. LACNIC Blog
6. UK data centre updates and alt-net deals
New UK alt-net Freshwave partnerships and AI-driven data centre expansions highlight growing infrastructure investment across Britain. Telco Titans
7. Telefónica removes executive chairman Alvarez-Pallete
Telefónica has ousted its executive chairman, José María Álvarez-Pallete, amid leadership shifts and challenges within the telecommunications giant. Telco Titans
8. Internet exchanges reach the terabit era
Internet exchange points (IXPs) have entered the terabit era, reflecting growing global internet traffic and evolving networking demands. APNIC Blog
9. Saudi telecoms mega-deal boosts national market
Saudi Arabia’s telecoms sector is undergoing significant growth following a multi-billion-dollar deal to consolidate its market-leading infrastructure. Finimize
10. AI energy demands reshape data centre investment
The increasing energy needs of AI are driving major shifts in data centre design, investment, and operational strategies. Network Computing
11. Operating models in 2025 require adaptability
As technology evolves, IT operating models must embrace flexibility and innovation to meet new infrastructure and organisational demands in 2025. InformationWeek
12. DeepSeek faces cyberattack amid breakthrough success
AI leader DeepSeek has suffered a cyberattack and outage, highlighting vulnerabilities even as the company achieves global prominence. CSO Online
13. AWS invests $11bn in flexible data centres in Georgia
AWS announces plans to invest $11 billion in expanding flexible data centre infrastructure in Georgia, enhancing its U.S. cloud presence. IT Pro
