Saudi Arabia’s HUMAIN initiative is investing $10 billion to become a global leader in artificial intelligence. Backed by the Public Investment Fund, HUMAIN plans major data center expansion, strategic tech partnerships, and AI model training dominance by 2030, all aligning with Vision 2030.
A major data breach at SK Telecom exposed sensitive subscriber information, including USIM and IMSI data. The incident, traced to 2022, has prompted security upgrades and international collaboration. South Korea and the U.S. are now working to align cybersecurity standards and expand cooperation.
SK Telecom’s AI ventures are growing steadily, with notable gains in data center and enterprise services. However, a major data breach has shaken its core mobile business, threatening customer trust and retention. With AI contributing only a small share of revenue, SKT must act fast to recover stability and reassure users.
The US Department of Transport’s ‘Brand New Air Traffic Control System Plan’ aims to revolutionize communication infrastructure with state-of-the-art telecoms technology. By deploying advanced fiber, wireless, and satellite solutions, it includes 25,000 new radios and 475 voice switches.
The European Commission has launched a review of merger rules to boost investment and innovation across the EU. Key updates target competitiveness, digitalisation, and resilience, addressing concerns from both telecom operators and regulators. The reform aims to modernize policy amid global tensions.
Twelve major European mobile operators urge regulators to allocate the upper 6GHz band for mobile use, warning that delays could hinder Europe’s 6G future. They argue the spectrum is vital for innovation and say Wi-Fi already has enough capacity, stressing the need to secure Europe’s technological edge.
Eutelsat has named former Orange CEO Jean François Fallacher as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a strategic push into the telecom sector. With global experience and a strong track record, Fallacher steps in as Eutelsat finalizes its OneWeb merger and deepens involvement in Europe’s IRIS² initiative for space autonomy.
Four men were convicted in Glasgow for a £6 million telecom fraud involving NHS contracts. Executives from Oricom colluded with officials who leaked confidential information in exchange for cash and gifts. The case revealed major procurement flaws and stressed the need for greater transparency and accountability in public sector contracting.
Digital Catapult joins a major Horizon Europe-backed 6G initiative to advance smarter, faster, and sustainable networks. Collaborating with global leaders like Samsung and Nokia, the project explores AI integration and Open RAN technologies.
Ericsson and Bell Canada have successfully completed the world’s first field trial of AI-native link adaptation, boosting downlink throughput by 20 percent and spectral efficiency by 10 percent. This real-time AI integration enhances network performance, marking a major step toward smarter, more responsive 5G and future 6G networks.
