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June 22, 2026

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Opensignal’s analysis shows AT&T Fiber wins twice as much as the next closest competitor when it comes to home internet performance

The results reflect strong performance across the things that matter most to customers, including download speed, upload speed, video experience, reliability, and consistent quality...

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e& Carrier & Wholesale Services secures triple win at GCCM Berlin

Carrier & Wholesale Services (C&WS), the international wholesale arm of e&, has secured three of the most prestigious accolades at the 13th Annual Global Carrier Community Meeting (GCCM) in Berlin...

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Nokia Defense and KNDS close critical connectivity gap for soldiers and unmanned systems

At the 2026 Eurosatory show, Nokia Defense and KNDS, a leading pan-European land defense company, have announced a collaboration to deliver advanced connectivity for soldiers and unmanned vehicles, addressing critical...

Policy and Regulation

•	Oman’s TRA updates radio frequency device registration rules to support evolving communications landscape The regulatory updates are designed to strengthen oversight of radio frequency equipment while supporting the growing number of wireless devices being deployed across consumer, enterprise and industrial environments...

•	Saudi Arabia participates in the 69th session of the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) The session addressed several key topics, including the long-term sustainability of outer space activities, progress in implementing the “Space2030” Agenda, the future role of the Committee and its working...

Middle East

•	Oman’s mobile subscriptions exceed 8.2 million as digital connectivity demand continues to grow Oman recorded more than 8.2 million mobile subscriptions as of the end of April 2026, underscoring the continued growth of digital connectivity and the central role mobile networks play in the Sultanate’s expanding...

•	Department of Statistics & Orange Jordan signed an agreement This agreement establishes a framework to strengthen partnerships between public and private sectors, along with supporting the national digital transformation process and leveraging modern technology for one of...

•	Saudi Arabia enables student results access through Tawakkalna The initiative allows academic results to be accessed securely through a single digital platform, eliminating the need for separate systems and reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s strategy of delivering citizen services through...

•	Digital Dubai plays key role in solidifying Dubai’s position among world’s top five city brands Digital Dubai has played a key role in strengthening Dubai’s position among the world’s top five city brands, according to a study by global brand valuation consultancy Brand Finance...

North Africa

•	VIE Communities and Telecom Egypt partner to strengthen digital infrastructure for smart developments VIE Communities has partnered with Telecom Egypt to enhance digital infrastructure across its real estate developments, reflecting the growing convergence of telecommunications, smart cities and connected living environments...

3G, 4G, 5G/5G-A, Cloud, AI, Energy

•	Lao Telecom to build 4G signal network for Lao-China Railway Lao Telecom announced that it has signed a cooperation agreement with Lao-China Railway Company Limited to build a 4G signal network along the Lao-China railway that will also serve passengers...

•	Mozambique plans to introduce 5G by 2030 Mozambique expects to sign partnerships to introduce fifth-generation (5G) mobile network technology in urban centers and rural areas by 2030, at the fifth communications conference, featuring over 300 participants and...

•	Arrcus, TELUS advance secure AI infrastructure with sovereign AI networking The PoC’s goal is to enable TELUS to bring secure, low-latency AI to mission-critical applications, from public safety and emergency response to enterprise and government services, while keeping sensitive data and...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	LG U+ to strengthen its competitiveness in IPTV LG U+ is set to strengthen its competitiveness in Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) contents by releasing an integrated subscription product that allows users to watch terrestrial and comprehensive programming channel...

•	HBO Max rolls out AI-powered contextual advertising across Europe and Latin America HBO Max is to introduce a new contextual advertising format across its international markets, allowing brands to target viewers based on the content they are watching rather than personal data...

Satellite & Hybrid Networks

•	Chinese tech firm completes direct-to-cell satellite calls A Chinese satellite internet company has achieved a major tech milestone, successfully completing direct-to-satellite voice calls using standard, unmodified commercial smartphones...

•	Ukiah’s fiber optic internet project nearly one-third complete The city of Ukiah’s gigabit fiber project is 32% complete, with fiber optic utilities ready for activation by the end of the month, according to a presentation at a city council meeting...

South Asia

•	Karandaaz and United Nations launch digital payments working group to advance financial inclusion in Pakistan Karandaaz Pakistan and the United Nations have launched a Digital Payments Working Group aimed at accelerating the adoption of digital financial services, strengthening payment ecosystems and advancing financial inclusion...

•	Nepal moves closer to 5G launch Nepal’s telecommunications regulator has indicated that it is ready to proceed with a 5G spectrum auction, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to introduce next-generation mobile connectivity...

Global Telecom Update

•	Partnership to enhance regional telecommunication capacity Telecom Fiji Limited and Solomon Telekom Company Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen technical cooperation and advance skills development in the telecommunications sector across the Pacific...

•	Smart launches new site in San Vicente to support govt SIM programme PLDT’s wireless arm Smart Communications said that it has switched on a new mobile site in San Vicente, Palawan, as part of the Philippine government’s Bayanihan SIM programme to connect geographically isolated...

•	24% of cyber leaders cite lack of enterprise-wide visibility as the biggest barrier to SOC effectiveness The SANS Institute’s 2026 SOC Survey findings draw on 444 responses from security operations professionals and a parallel survey of 69 CISOs and senior security executives...

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