Airtel’s digital arm Xtelify has unveiled a cloud and AI platform designed for telecoms and enterprises. Hosted in India, it cuts costs and boosts performance while supporting data sovereignty.
Globe Telecom is finalizing a major tower sale, divesting nearly seven thousand sites since 2022 and raising over PHP89 billion. The proceeds strengthen liquidity, reduce debts, and fund future expansions. Recent deals with MIDC and PhilTower mark steady progress toward a leaner, more agile operation.
Virgin Media O2 Daisy enters the UK business telecom sector with a combined legacy of scale and expertise. The venture promises streamlined services across mobile, broadband, cloud and security, offering businesses a single partner for connectivity and growth.
SoftBank’s collaboration with Ericsson promises a transformative 4G and 5G network upgrade across Japan, utilizing advanced AI optimizations. This initiative, with its focus on 5G Standalone networks, ensures ultra-fast speeds and reliable connectivity.
Virgin Media O2 and Age UK join forces to support older people during the 3G switch off. The partnership funds digital guidance, free compatible devices and awareness sessions, ensuring vulnerable customers stay connected as services transition to 4G and 5G.
BT refunded £18 million to customers after Ofcom found it failed to share required contract details with over a million users. The regulator also fined BT £2.8 million and ordered donations to charities. The company apologised and pledged stronger compliance.
Ericsson and twelve leading telecom providers have launched Aduna, a joint venture to accelerate global adoption of network APIs. Backed by major operators and cloud partners, Aduna builds on Ericsson’s secure platform and supports initiatives like Open Gateway to standardize APIs.
Telefónica is in talks to sell its Mexican mobile unit to Beyond ONE, aligning with its strategy to exit Latin America. This sale could strengthen Beyond ONE’s presence, but regulatory challenges in Mexico might delay the process.
Germany’s telecom industry is on the brink of a transformative era, fueled by an unprecedented €631 billion investment plan. Driven by public-private collaboration, this massive pledge aims to enhance communication infrastructure and bolster fiber networks.
Telia is leaving the Latvian market to focus on Swedish growth, selling its shares in Tet and LMT while bidding over $300 million for Bredband2. The company posted stronger earnings due to major cost cuts and asset sales.
