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Digital life
fromAndroid Authority
13 hours ago

Are any of the big three carriers still worth it in 2026? It's complicated...

The value of signing up with major carriers depends on individual needs and whether multiple lines are involved.
#esim
Paris food
fromThe World in My Pocket
1 day ago

How to Choose the Best eSIM For Paris - My Experience and Recommendations - The World in My Pocket

Using an eSIM for travel in Paris ensures seamless connectivity and reliable coverage throughout the city.
Paris food
fromThe World in My Pocket
1 day ago

How to Choose the Best eSIM For Paris - My Experience and Recommendations - The World in My Pocket

Using an eSIM for travel in Paris ensures seamless connectivity and reliable coverage throughout the city.
Mobile UX
fromTECHBOOK
1 day ago

Ads on Honor Phones-Soon in Europe?!

Honor smartphones may soon feature ads in pre-installed apps, expanding from the Middle East to Europe.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 day ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

Eurotunnel and Eurostar still not ready for EES rollout despite deadline

The new checks, part of the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES), collect digital personal records of third country nationals travelling to the Schengen area and replace the manual stamping of passports.
EU data protection
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Amazon's Globalstar play about spectrum, not just hardware

Amazon is in talks to acquire Globalstar for its valuable licensed spectrum and ground infrastructure.
#5g
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 days ago

Mobile network operators urged to help commercialise 5G live production | Computer Weekly

A consortium urges MNOs to provide standardized QoD APIs for reliable, low-latency live broadcast production connectivity.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago

O2 brings 5G+ connectivity to communities across Scotland | Computer Weekly

O2 is expanding 5G+ connectivity across Scotland, benefiting over four million people with faster speeds and improved reliability.
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 days ago

Mobile network operators urged to help commercialise 5G live production | Computer Weekly

A consortium urges MNOs to provide standardized QoD APIs for reliable, low-latency live broadcast production connectivity.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago

O2 brings 5G+ connectivity to communities across Scotland | Computer Weekly

O2 is expanding 5G+ connectivity across Scotland, benefiting over four million people with faster speeds and improved reliability.
Business intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

Wireless AI paradox emerges as Wi-Fi evolves into strategic growth engine | Computer Weekly

Strategic investments in wireless and AI are crucial for businesses to achieve operational efficiency and productivity gains.
DevOps
fromTechzine Global
2 days ago

IGEL breaks down the wall between IT and OT

IGEL is enhancing security and manageability in OT environments through its platform and Preventative Security Model.
France news
fromThe Local France
5 days ago

France begins shutdown of 2G network

Orange will deactivate its 2G network in parts of France starting April 1, affecting 28 municipalities and over 1.5 million devices.
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

Data dive: Government 2030 datacentre capacity targets look shaky | Computer Weekly

The UK has about 1.59GW of currently installed datacentre capacity at just under 190 sites. If we add existing capacity to that which is planned to complete by 2030 and which has planning consent, we get 4.9GW.
UK news
Europe politics
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

State official to EU: Work with us on tech policy or fall behind a generation

The EU's regulatory regime hinders innovation and collaboration with the U.S., threatening economic competitiveness and technological advancement.
European startups
fromComputerworld
5 days ago

Euro-Office billed as Europe's sovereign alternative to Microsoft Office

A new open-source office suite, Euro-Office, offers a European alternative to Microsoft Office, built on OnlyOffice and supported by major vendors.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 days ago

CityFibre launches 8.5Gb service across wholesale multi-gig network | Computer Weekly

CityFibre launches an 8.5Gb product to enhance multi-gigabit broadband access for UK homes and businesses, supporting innovation and economic growth.
#fcc
Public health
fromTheregister
6 days ago

FCC making it easier for US telcos to ditch legacy lines

New FCC rules aim to accelerate high-speed network transition but may disadvantage rural and special needs populations.
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Buying a router? A new US ban just shrank your choices - here's why

Public health
fromTheregister
6 days ago

FCC making it easier for US telcos to ditch legacy lines

New FCC rules aim to accelerate high-speed network transition but may disadvantage rural and special needs populations.
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Buying a router? A new US ban just shrank your choices - here's why

#cybersecurity
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
6 days ago

Weekly Recap: Telecom Sleeper Cells, LLM Jailbreaks, Apple Forces U.K. Age Checks and More

A critical Citrix vulnerability is actively exploited, and the FBI confirms a hack of Director Kash Patel's email account by an Iran-linked group.
fromTheregister
6 days ago
Privacy professionals

US router ban is 'industrial policy' not better infosec

The U.S. ban on foreign-made SOHO routers is ineffective for security and serves as industrial policy rather than genuine cybersecurity.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
6 days ago

Weekly Recap: Telecom Sleeper Cells, LLM Jailbreaks, Apple Forces U.K. Age Checks and More

A critical Citrix vulnerability is actively exploited, and the FBI confirms a hack of Director Kash Patel's email account by an Iran-linked group.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
6 days ago

US router ban is 'industrial policy' not better infosec

The U.S. ban on foreign-made SOHO routers is ineffective for security and serves as industrial policy rather than genuine cybersecurity.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

These Are the 10 Best Cities for Digital Nomads-and No. 1 Ranked Highest for Safety, Affordability, and Strong Internet Access

Kraków offers something many digital nomads look for: a walkable historic centre, vibrant café culture and a growing tech and startup scene.
Digital life
#mobile-connectivity
France news
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 days ago

Orange steams ahead in French railway connectivity | Computer Weekly

Mobile connectivity quality varies significantly among French rail operators, impacting passenger experience and expectations.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

Proptivity, Telehouse team for reliable indoor 4G, 5G in London workplaces | Computer Weekly

Reliable mobile connectivity in modern office buildings is being improved through a partnership between Telehouse Europe and Proptivity for indoor 4G and 5G.
France news
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 days ago

Orange steams ahead in French railway connectivity | Computer Weekly

Mobile connectivity quality varies significantly among French rail operators, impacting passenger experience and expectations.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

Proptivity, Telehouse team for reliable indoor 4G, 5G in London workplaces | Computer Weekly

Reliable mobile connectivity in modern office buildings is being improved through a partnership between Telehouse Europe and Proptivity for indoor 4G and 5G.
EU data protection
fromFortune
5 days ago

Is Europe too regulated to win the AI race-or ready for a second act? | Fortune

Europe faces economic decline without radical reforms, as highlighted in the Draghi report.
Roam Research
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 days ago

Virgin Media O2 accelerates UK 5G upgrade programme | Computer Weekly

Virgin Media O2 is investing £700m to upgrade its mobile network, focusing on high-demand areas and enhancing 5G+ technology.
Europe news
fromCity AM
4 days ago

Europe urges fewer flights, remote working as Iran war drains oil supplies

Oil prices are rising due to the Iran war, prompting Europe to implement emergency measures to conserve energy.
European startups
fromTechzine Global
4 days ago

Dutch cloud providers join forces to create a sovereign alternative

Seven Dutch cloud providers are collaborating to enhance digital autonomy and counter American hyperscalers' dominance.
fromGSMArena.com
5 days ago

Huawei Chairman promises expanded satellite connectivity across cheaper phones and watches

Richard Yu promises that Huawei will expand satellite connectivity to lower-priced devices, ensuring that it won't be confined to high-end models only. This initiative marks a new chapter in the company's journey, addressing the connectivity struggles that persist due to insufficient mobile network coverage.
Mobile UX
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

Nokia joins Linx as technical partner for London network refresh | Computer Weekly

Linx has completed a major upgrade of its LON2 interconnection fabric in London, enhancing resilience and redundancy for its members.
Marketing tech
fromTelecompetitor
2 weeks ago

Vendors introduce tools for the AI + broadband world: Roundup

Major vendors announce AI-integrated networking solutions for broadband service providers, including Wi-Fi 8 access points, unified platforms, and enhanced cloud services designed for enterprise edge optimization and agentic AI deployment.
European startups
fromresund Startups
5 days ago

AI startup automating product compliance joins Y Combinator as regulation hits European retailers

European retailers face regulatory challenges; Complir's AI platform automates compliance processes, enhancing efficiency and growth.
fromTechzine Global
3 weeks ago

European plans against Big Tech meet with criticism from businesses

Companies across sectors such as banking, industry, and technology report that their digital infrastructure is closely intertwined with American software and cloud platforms. Many organizations rely on services from large American suppliers for office software, cloud storage, and AI applications. According to them, this dependence cannot be reduced quickly without operational disruptions.
Miscellaneous
EU data protection
fromTheregister
6 days ago

European Commission admits breach of public web systems

The European Commission confirmed a data breach affecting its public web infrastructure, with details on the extent and nature of the data taken remaining unclear.
European startups
fromTechzine Global
6 days ago

Seven new hyperscale data centers to be built in the Netherlands

At least 7 hyperscale data centers are under construction in the Netherlands, with significant opposition from the public and local governments.
Tech industry
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

6G Is Coming. Here's What to Expect From the Next Generation of Cellular Tech

6G development is underway with expected global deployment by 2030, though early hype mirrors unfulfilled 5G promises of transformative applications.
fromTNW | Uk
1 week ago

Openreach expands collaboration with Google Cloud AI

Openreach has constructed a digital twin of the UK's transportation corridors, integrating data for 35 million homes and businesses with national road, rail and waterway networks and its existing fibre infrastructure.
London startup
Roam Research
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago

Ericsson, SK Telecom ink memorandum of understanding to strengthen AI-RAN, 5G to 6G innovation | Computer Weekly

Ericsson and SK Telecom are collaborating to enhance mobile network performance, security, and energy efficiency from 5G to future 6G networks.
#private-5g-networks
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 weeks ago

Nvidia teams with global telecom leaders for 6G development | Computer Weekly

Beyond traditional connectivity, 6G wireless networks will become the fabric for physical AI, enabling billions of autonomous machines, vehicles, sensors and robots and significantly increasing demands for security and trust. Yet legacy wireless architectures were not designed to meet these requirements, creating challenges as networks increase in complexity.
Artificial intelligence
EU data protection
fromSecurityWeek
6 days ago

European Commission Reports Cyber Intrusion and Data Theft

The European Commission confirmed a cyberattack that compromised its cloud infrastructure, resulting in the theft of hundreds of gigabytes of data.
fromTelecompetitor
3 weeks ago

Time to sunset rules mandating copper maintenance: USTelecom

The goal of the new USTelecom program is to show consumers, businesses, civic leaders, and policymakers why maintaining legacy copper for the small portion of end users is not an efficient approach. A key part of this is explaining why modern technology is better.
Digital life
European startups
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

'Death sentence': EU cloud lobby drags Broadcom to Brussels

CISPE filed a complaint with the European Commission requesting interim measures to block Broadcom from terminating the VMware Cloud Service Provider program, alleging illegal anticompetitive practices and market abuse.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago

Ofcom sets out regulation to push UK gigabit broadband to 'final phase' | Computer Weekly

Ofcom's regulatory framework aims to deliver full-fibre gigabit broadband to nearly all UK properties by 2027, with competition and investment driving productivity gains across the economy.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
1 month ago

Eurofiber and Colt want quantum-secure connections

Eurofiber and Colt Technology Services launched a quantum-secure fiber optic connection between Amsterdam, London, and Brussels to protect financial institutions from future quantum computer-based cyberattacks.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechzine Global
1 month ago

Making sense of 6G: what will the 'agentic telco' look like?

6G networks will integrate AI across all layers to enable autonomous, physical AI applications like self-driving cars and robotic systems, with multiple industry players collaborating on open standards by 2030.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Don't let hyperscalers hijack digital sovereignty, EC told

European cloud providers urge EU legislation requiring genuine tech sovereignty through ownership and control, not mere EU presence, to counter American hyperscaler dominance.
London startup
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Ofcom sees no need for change in next phase of fiber rollout

Ofcom's updated telecom regulations maintain existing framework while acknowledging BT's continued market dominance, requiring Openreach to share infrastructure and setting price controls for basic broadband services across most UK premises.
Information security
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Western governments seek to lock down 6G before it exists

Western governments launched 6G Security and Resilience Principles to embed supply chain controls and cyber safeguards into next-generation mobile networks before standardization occurs.
#digital-sovereignty
European startups
fromComputerworld
4 weeks ago

Gov't IT spending seen as key to building Europe's tech ecosystem

European governments are shifting from US technology suppliers to open-source alternatives to achieve digital sovereignty and reduce dependency, with public sector IT spending driving this transition.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Nokia, AWS demo agentic AI network slicing with Du, Orange | Computer Weekly

Nokia and AWS launched an agentic AI-powered 5G-Advanced network slicing solution that dynamically optimizes network performance during unpredictable traffic events and emergencies.
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 weeks ago

O2 makes major 5G expansion, deploys small cells to boost Bath capacity | Computer Weekly

Our 5G+ service is now available to millions of customers across the UK, and uniquely, it's available to everyone on O2 across all Plans - unlike other networks. The upgrade boosts performance in busy areas, including major venues that host big crowds, benefiting both residents and businesses.
London startup
#5g-standalone
European startups
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Vodafone to use Amazon Leo satellites for cellular backhaul

Vodafone partners with Amazon Leo satellites to connect remote cellular base stations in Europe and Africa, eliminating expensive fiber infrastructure installation.
European startups
fromTechzine Global
1 month ago

Europe's data center market booms: is it ready to take on the US?

European data center investments doubled to €170 billion in one year, but American hyperscalers and AI providers dominate the funding, raising sovereignty concerns despite growth.
Marketing
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Telecoms' debt problem hides a deeper truth about how the industry really works

Telecom profitability depends more on efficient commercial operations—sales, distribution, customer acquisition and retention—than on asset ownership or network coverage.
#digital-networks-act
Venture
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Private LTE/5G networks reached 6,500 deployments in 2025 | Computer Weekly

Private LTE/5G market reached US$2.4bn in 2025 and is forecast to grow to US$12bn by 2030, driven by enterprise deployments, dedicated spectrum and rising end-user demand.
UK news
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

EE, Three claim UK's best mobile internet performance in 2025 | Computer Weekly

EE and Three deliver the best UK mobile internet performance in 2025, tying with download speeds above 110 Mbps and strong overall metrics.
Miscellaneous
fromTechzine Global
2 months ago

European Commission considers unlimited spectrum rights

The European Commission proposes granting telecoms potentially indefinite radio-spectrum rights to boost investment, create a mature secondary market, and accelerate EU network rollouts.
#eu-cybersecurity
Mobile UX
fromTelecompetitor
2 months ago

Differentiated services necessary and attractive to carriers: Ericsson study

Assured differentiated connectivity is wanted by over 40% of users; many will pay, and such services increase brand perception, satisfaction, and customer retention.
Miscellaneous
fromTechzine Global
2 months ago

Eurofiber adds Netways Europe to its private 5G partners

Eurofiber and Netways Europe enable faster, sustainable rollout and lifecycle management of private 5G Mobile Private Networks through logistics, preconfiguration, and staging services.
Digital life
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

UK broadband revolution shows no sign of slowing down | Computer Weekly

Openreach's full-fibre network now carries more data than copper and hybrid networks amid surging UK broadband usage and rapid fibre rollout.
Tech industry
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

Airbus, Keysight collaborate on sovereign, standardised 5G NTN | Computer Weekly

Airbus and Keysight will develop and test open, standards-based 5G non-terrestrial network technologies including regenerative LEO payloads to enable broadband and direct-to-handheld services.
France news
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Year-end race for Drahi's SFR could set tone for EU telecoms consolidation in 2026

New non-binding bids for parts of Altice France's SFR could force Bouygues, Iliad and Orange to raise offers and trigger consolidation in Europe's telecoms sector.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerworld
2 months ago

European tech leaders advise caution on tech sovereignty drive

Europe can secure data, operational, and regulatory sovereignty but must compromise on technological sovereignty while building parts of its own tech stack.
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

Europe's fibre roll-out failing to deliver returns in key markets | Computer Weekly

The mass roll-out of fibre networks is seen as the key to the expansion of digital services across major economies, but research from Kearney is warning that a €174bn funding shortfall facing Europe's telecoms sector is putting 2030 gigabit and 5G connectivity targets at risk, meaning around 45 million Europeans could remain without adequate high-speed connectivity by the end of the decade.
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
fromTNW | Eu
2 months ago

Europe Inc: Brussels signals a new push to compete

The EU is proposing an optional 28th corporate regime, 'Europe Inc', to centralize company law and enable single-registration, faster cross-border company formation.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Amid Trump attacks and weaponized sanctions, Europeans look to rely less on US tech | TechCrunch

Prost, whose name now shares the same list as some of the world's most dangerous people, from terrorists to North Korean hackers and Iranian spies, described the effect of sanctions on her life as "paralyzing" in an interview by The Irish Times. This high-profile case provides a glimpse into the disruption that being cut off from the U.S. can have on a person's everyday life; lawmakers and government leaders across Europe are growing more aware of the looming threat facing them at home, and their over-reliance on U.S. technology.
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