Top tech news today: May 16, 2025

           Tech News Roundup

1. Orange Wholesale names new CEO

   

Valérie Cussa has been appointed CEO of Orange Wholesale International, succeeding Emmanuel Rochas, and will focus on innovative telecom solutions. Source

2. Mozambique Internet Exchange launches new PoP

   

The Mozambique Internet Exchange (MOZIX) has established a new point of presence at Digital Realty’s Maputo data centre, enhancing local connectivity. Source

3. Deutsche Telekom raises full-year guidance

   

Deutsche Telekom has reported strong Q1 growth and is raising its guidance for the full year 2025, anticipating revenues of €25 billion. Source

4. Ericsson invests in Japan’s R&D

   

Ericsson plans to increase its R&D investment in Japan, creating up to 300 jobs and enhancing the nation’s digital infrastructure capabilities. Source

5. BT to expand fibre in Swansea

   

BT has secured a project to enhance fibre connectivity in the Swansea Bay City Region, aiming to improve local broadband services. Source

6. Cisco partners with Saudi Arabia for AI

   

Cisco is collaborating with Saudi Arabia’s HUMAIN to develop AI infrastructure, supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 initiative and enhancing digital capabilities. Source

7. Singtel extends 5G capabilities

   

Singtel has introduced 5G+ to consumers, providing enhanced network slicing capabilities previously available only to enterprises, improving speed and connectivity. Source

8. Ericsson boosts Japan’s telecom sector

   

Ericsson is enhancing Japan’s telecom landscape with new job creation and R&D investments, reaffirming its commitment to the local market. Source

9. TRAI proposes connectivity rating system

   

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has proposed a rating system for digital connectivity in buildings, aiming to enhance infrastructure quality and transparency. Source

Fiona-Xu

Fiona Xu

Fiona Xu is an intern reporter at BTW Media, having studied Media Management at Hong Kong Baptist University. She specialises in tech reporting and investigative journalism. Contact her at f.xu@btw.media.

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