France has struck a major deal with Eutelsat to boost military satellite communications using OneWeb’s LEO constellation. The agreement supports urgent defense needs ahead of Europe’s IRIS2 system and could raise France’s stake in Eutelsat to 30 percent.
VOX Solutions has been chosen as the exclusive gateway for Claro Ecuador’s international A2P SMS and voice traffic. This collaboration leverages the VOX-360 platform, optimized for A2P SMS monetization and anti-fraud protection, enhancing Claro’s communication integrity.
Vodafone Group has made a strategic leadership change by appointing Microsoft veteran Pilar López as their new Chief Financial Officer. López, with extensive experience in telecom and technology, joins Vodafone’s team, signaling the company’s commitment to integrating innovative tech insights.
Digicel Group and Symptai Consulting have partnered to enhance business solutions in the Caribbean. Leveraging Digicel’s investment, this collaboration strengthens cybersecurity and digital transformation services. With Symptai’s expertise, Digicel now offers expanded ICT solutions, empowering Caribbean businesses for global competitiveness.
Infobip has rolled out Rich Communication Services messaging across all major US mobile carriers, offering businesses a powerful new way to engage customers. With rich media, advanced chat features, and interactive tools, RCS is redefining mobile communication.
Edgnex, backed by the Damac Group, is investing $2.3 billion in a major AI data center in Jakarta. With a planned 144MW capacity and a focus on energy efficiency, the project strengthens Indonesia’s digital infrastructure and marks a key move in Edgnex’s $3 billion Southeast Asia expansion strategy.
M1’s partnership with Ericsson promises to revolutionize Singapore’s 5G transport network by integrating cutting-edge automation and analytics tools. This collaboration focuses on enhancing network visibility, control, and energy efficiency, making use of AI and machine learning. M1’s initiatives are set to boost connectivity, sustainability, and enterprise efficiency.
South Korea will host its largest AI data center through a $4 billion partnership between SK Group and AWS. Located in Ulsan, the facility will house 60,000 GPUs and reach 103 megawatts by 2029, driving regional AI growth. SK subsidiaries will contribute resources and infrastructure, bolstering AI services, edge computing, and cloud-based GPU access nationwide.
The Swedish Armed Forces have joined the NorthStar programme to explore 5G’s potential in military operations. This partnership with Telia and Ericsson focuses on secure communications, mission-critical functions, and temporary networks, strengthening Sweden’s defense through private sector innovation and advanced technology.
Rakuten Symphony and AT&T have strengthened their collaboration to boost Open RAN technology adoption in the US. By implementing Rakuten’s site management platform, AT&T aims to modernize its network infrastructure, streamlining mobile and fiber operations.
