The European Commission has approved €227 million to support ams Osram’s semiconductor plant in Austria. This facility will enhance Europe’s chip industry, reduce reliance on foreign suppliers, and produce advanced wafers for key sectors.
Telefónica has confirmed the $1.25 billion sale of its Argentina operations to Telecom Argentina, aiming to reduce debt and streamline operations. While Telecom plans to expand broadband and 5G, concerns arise over market dominance, prompting regulatory scrutiny.
NTT Data has secured a multi-year deal to deploy and manage a private 5G network for Belgium’s Roularta Media Group, enhancing operations at its 40,000m² facility. The initiative aims to boost connectivity, starting with push-to-talk communication and expanding to intelligent asset tracking and edge computing.
Sweden is investigating a potential sabotage of the Cinia C-Lion1 undersea telecom cable. Despite the damage, the link between Finland and Germany remains active.
EXA Infrastructure teams with IOEMA to enhance Northern Europe’s connectivity landscape. With a new submarine cable landing in Leiston, UK, IOEMA’s 1,600-kilometer project links key European markets like the UK, Netherlands, and Germany.
Boldyn Networks has secured a $1.2 billion debt facility to expand its services for enterprise growth. This significant investment reinforces Boldyn’s commitment to enhancing private 5G networks across North America.
Chinese engineers have developed technology to sever undersea communication cables, sparking concerns over potential sabotage. Patents for devices intended to cut cables, including one by Lishui University, suggest a cost-effective method for disruption.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched its new Asia Pacific (Thailand) Region, marking its first infrastructure footprint in Thailand. This development introduces three Availability Zones, boosting Thailand’s cloud landscape and aligning with government initiatives like Thailand 4.0.
Deutsche Telekom’s strategic move to merge national and international wholesale operations into T Wholesale aims to meet growing global demand for telecom solutions. This unification enhances service offerings, providing a comprehensive portfolio including IPX, fiber optics, and cutting-edge 5G solutions.
Telefónica’s €550M sale of its Peruvian fiber network to KKR and Entel has stalled, thwarting plans to reduce its €26B debt. Despite regulatory approval, unmet conditions derailed the deal.


