Paratus Zambia announced on Tuesday it has deployed fixed wireless access (FWA) technology from US-based Tarana Wireless that it said will deliver fibre-class connectivity to homes and businesses across the country.
During MWC 2026, a leading European consulting company, IDATE, held the Green All-optical Network Forum 2026. During the forum, IDATE presented four major awards to 17 world’s leading operators.
NEXCOM, a provider of mission-critical network platforms, and Hytec Inter, Japan's 5G wireless communication expert, have announced at MWC26 a joint rail communications solution designed to support mission-critical rail operations using a unified hybrid 5G architecture.
AI-focused company SK Telecom has signed a three-party memorandum of understanding (MoU) with global server manufacturer Supermicro and global mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) leader Schneider Electric to develop a total solution for artificial intelligence data centres (AIDC).
The intelligent era is developing rapidly, and digital boundaries are constantly expanding. We are at a historical moment where network security and intelligent technologies are converging, presenting unprecedented opportunities and challenges.
Global digital operator Veon has announced a partnership with the GSMA’s Mobile for Development Foundation to co-fund digital innovation projects in Pakistan and Bangladesh that are supported by the GSMA Innovation Fund.
During the 4th Intelligent Operations Forum at Mobile World Congress (MWC 2026), Huawei officially launched AUTINOps, the industry’s first AI-Native intelligent operations solution.
India-heaquartered company Tejas Networks, which designs and manufactures high-performance wireline and wireless networking products, has announced the launch of TJ1600-D3, its next-generation, versatile WDM (wavelength division multiplexing) optical transport product.
Ericsson announced at Mobile World Congress 2026 on Wednesday it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vietnamese operator Viettel to collaborate on autonomous network development.
Global satellite operator SES announced on Tuesday it is partnering with IoT technology provider Advannotech and other service providers to enable data-driven farming in South Africa.
South African operator Cell C and Odine, a technology partner driving innovation in telecom and enterprise networks, have announced the signing of a proof of concept (PoC) agreement to pioneer artificial intelligence (AI)-driven network quality enhancement technologies.
Telecommunications operator Orange has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with AST SpaceMobile and Satellite Connect Europe, related to collaboration on direct-to-device (D2D) technology in relevant Orange markets.
Cloud and carrier-neutral data centre platform Digital Realty has announced its entry into Bulgaria, establishing a new market presence in Sofia, which it describes as one of Southeast Europe’s most important emerging interconnection hubs.
Mobile connectivity solutions specialist SIMO has announced the expansion of its carrier enablement strategy to power resilient, multi-network enterprise fixed wireless access (FWA) deployments for both primary and backup applications.
Ecuadorian operator Xtrim has selected Qvantel’s digital BSS solution as it seeks to modernise its TV, fibre broadband and telecoms services.
ZTE Corporation, a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, and Türk Telekom have jointly completed the world's first C+L (12 THz) full-band integrated 1.6Tbps live network trial in Istanbul.
Cassava Technologies, a global technology leader of African heritage, has announced at MWC26 the launch of Cassava Autonomous Network, an agentic solution designed to significantly improve network performance across Africa.
Automotive technology company HARMAN has announced at MWC26 a collaboration with satellite communications company Viasat to introduce in-cabin voice calling over satellite connectivity.
Lifecycle Software, a provider of BSS, is debuting its new product NEXUS IQ at MWC26. NEXUS IQ unifies data from diverse sources to orchestrate engaging, adaptive, and interactive journeys that maximise revenue.
At MWC 2026, Fibocom, a provider of wireless communication modules and AI solutions, and global fabless semiconductor company MediaTek have unveiled a flagship CPE solution powered by the FG390 5G module and Filogic 8800 Wi-Fi 8 chipset.
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) announced at Mobile World Congress 2026 on Monday that Saudi telco Mobily and Qatar-based Ooredoo Group have made fresh pledges for its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition to bridge the digital divide, bringing total commitments to the coalition to over US$82 billion.
Ericsson announced on Monday that it has extended its partnership with Kenyan telco Safaricom with a multi-year microwave deal aimed at fortifying Safaricom’s 5G capacity in the country.
PLDT's mobile unit Smart Communications said on Monday it has completed another round of field tests with LEO satellite operator Lynk Global for its direct-to-Device (D2D) satellite communication service in northern Ilocos Norte towns facing the West Philippine Sea.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) confirmed on Monday that two of its data centres in the UAE and one in Bahrain were damaged by drone strikes as the Middle East conflict involving Iran, the US and Israel widens.
Indian operator Vodafone Idea (Vi) has expanded its strategic partnership with tech giant Ericsson to modernise its postpaid services while supporting its ongoing network expansion across the country.
Vodafone and Amazon Leo, Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite broadband network, have signed an agreement to connect many more 4G and 5G mobile sites in remote areas to improve coverage for customers with limited connectivity across Africa and Europe.
UNICEF, the United Nations agency for children, has launched a procurement initiative for internet connectivity in Africa, inviting internet service providers to deliver managed connectivity services to schools, health facilities, and other child-serving institutions across 54 countries.
Amdocs, a provider of software and services to communications and media companies, has announced at MWC26 the launch of a new offering designed to help service providers reclaim the roaming relationship and monetise the fast-growing global travel connectivity market.
During MWC 2026, the Autonomous Networks Summit themed “L4 is Booming” was held in Barcelona, Spain. Li Huidi, Executive Vice President of China Mobile, delivered a keynote speech titled “AN L4 Powering the IQ Era”.
TIM Brasil has extended its partnership with Nokia to deliver a nationwide 5G upgrade following an initial investment in the state of São Paulo.
Red Hat, a leading provider of open source solutions, has announced during MWC that operator Vodafone Oman is further advancing its digital transformation by standardising its IT infrastructure on Red Hat’s cloud-native platform.
Mycom, which offers AI, data and automation solutions for some of the world's largest communications service providers (CSPs), has announced at MWC that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Mavenir.
Bharti Enterprises chairman and founder Sunil Bharti Mittal (pictured) has called for closer collaboration between telecom operators, hyperscalers and regulators to combat the escalating threat of digital fraud.
ZTE Corporation will participate in MWC Barcelona 2026 from March 2 to 5 under the theme "Creating an Intelligent Future".
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