Orange Belgium’s acquisition of VOO promises a significant impact on the Belgian telecom market, merging expertise and resources for digital advancements. Despite initial competition concerns, regulatory measures ensure ongoing fair market access for rivals.
The race for AI dominance intensifies, while AI experts and public figures urge mitigating risks, through CAIS’s ‘Statement on AI Risk’. However, the statement’s clarity and usefulness are questioned, as transparency and collaboration face geopolitical challenges.
HMD Global unveils Nokia 2660 Flip in Pop Pink and Lush Green, catering to a growing demand for simpler devices to minimize screen time and foster mental wellbeing. These flip phones offer limited features with long-lasting battery life, appealing to tech-savvy generations seeking a balanced digital lifestyle.
The European Commission clears Inmarsat’s acquisition by Viasat, assuring competition in the in-flight broadband landscape. While the market anticipates increased opportunities for current players and new entrants, upcoming deals like SES/Intelsat and Eutelsat/OneWeb may pose complex challenges for regulators.
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New Zealand’s government collaborates with leading telcos Spark, 2degrees, and One to allocate 3.5-GHz spectrum for 5G services, improving mobile coverage nationwide. With funds supporting rural connectivity, both parties anticipate better service quality and seamless network access for users.
EU regulators approve Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard acquisition, amid concerns raised by UK’s CMA and US’s FTC. Microsoft commits to a ten-year agreement addressing competition issues in cloud gaming distribution, yet the future remains uncertain as global regulators’ decisions vary.
Global mobile roaming data revenue is predicted to reach $10 billion in 2024, driven by 5G demand among travelers. Telecom operators face challenges in balancing costs with customer protection, as eSIM adoption and travel mobility services expand, intensifying competition.
IBM’s Quantum Safe portfolio, launched at the Think conference, addresses emerging security risks from quantum computing advancements. Offering enhanced protection against potential quantum-powered cyberattacks, this suite of tools and roadmap aims to guide organizations through the post-quantum era.
Italian telecom giant TIM’s nine-year Power Purchase Agreement with ERG demonstrates a commitment to eco-friendly energy, sourcing 34% of its energy needs through PPAs, and targeting Net Zero emissions by 2040.
