NordVPN has launched Scam Call Protection for Android users in the US, offering real time alerts for potential scam calls. This privacy focused feature analyzes call patterns to detect fraud attempts without accessing conversations, helping users stay protected from phishing, identity theft, and financial loss.
SK Telecom saw 5G subscribers rise to 17 million despite a cybersecurity setback, while profits fell sharply due to higher infrastructure spending. Its AI business grew strongly, driven by data center and business solutions sales, with major AWS-backed expansion plans.
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.
Telefónica is removing Huawei from its 5G networks in Spain and Germany to follow local rules. The company still works with Huawei in Brazil where no restrictions apply. This shift reflects Europe’s tougher stance on Chinese telecom vendors and the need for regional strategies.
Orange Cyberdefense has acquired Swiss firm ensec to expand its presence in Switzerland, especially in German speaking regions. The deal strengthens its market position, adds 40 experts and over 130 clients, and combines local expertise with global reach to deliver stronger cybersecurity services for businesses and public sector organizations across Europe.
Google Cloud drove major growth for Alphabet, reporting a 32 percent revenue jump to 13.6 billion dollars and rising enterprise adoption of its AI services. With billion dollar deals doubling and new offerings like Agentspace on the horizon, Alphabet is deepening its investment in infrastructure.
Ofcom is cracking down on scam calls that fake UK mobile numbers to deceive people. New rules aim to block spoofed calls from abroad, protecting users from fraud. Despite progress, scammers persist, so experts urge individuals to use call-blocking tools and stay alert to unknown numbers.
Pennsylvania emerges as a key player in AI and energy sectors with over $90 billion in investments. The focus on data centers, energy infrastructure, and AI workforce training promises extensive job opportunities.
MLGW is partnering with Nokia to launch the first private 5G standalone network for a U.S. utility, aiming to modernize its grid, boost efficiency, and improve service. This move reflects a growing trend in industrial 5G adoption, with enhanced automation, cybersecurity, and infrastructure integration paving the way for smarter utility operations.
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison is joining forces with Cisco and Nvidia to launch an AI Center of Excellence in Indonesia, aiming to propel local AI innovation. Leveraging Nvidia’s technology and Cisco’s security solutions, the project seeks to train a million Indonesians in AI by 2027.
