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2026 telecoms forecast: From quantum security to AI-driven capacity models
Telecom leaders predict 2026 will bring quantum-safe security, telco-trained AI and flexible capacity models reshaping global networks.
Cloud spending surges as AI drives growth in Q3 2025
Global cloud infrastructure spending rose 25% in Q3 2025 to $102.6B as enterprises scale AI deployments and hyperscalers expand platforms.
Bahrain becomes first GCC state to launch direct-to-device satellite services
Bahrain launches satellite direct-to-device services, enabling mobile phones to connect directly to satellites beyond terrestrial coverage.
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2026 telecoms forecast: From quantum security to AI-driven capacity models
Telecom leaders predict 2026 will bring quantum-safe security, telco-trained AI and flexible capacity models reshaping global networks.
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Cloud spending surges as AI drives growth in Q3 2025
Global cloud infrastructure spending rose 25% in Q3 2025 to $102.6B as enterprises scale AI deployments and hyperscalers expand platforms.
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Bahrain becomes first GCC state to launch direct-to-device satellite services
Bahrain launches satellite direct-to-device services, enabling mobile phones to connect directly to satellites beyond terrestrial coverage.
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South Western Railway trials Starlink satellite internet on trains
South Western Railway tests Starlink satellite internet on trains to tackle poor Wi-Fi and mobile coverage on UK routes.
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SmartRams drives Japan’s custom software edge
SmartRams offers software development, secure cloud solutions and IT consulting, backed by ISO quality and security certifications in Japan.
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stc, Humain and Center3 advance AI-ready data centre
A new Saudi data centre partnership aims to support high-performance AI and cloud workloads in line with Vision 2030 goals.
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Orange and Ericsson launch 5G slice for emergencies
Dedicated 5G slicing for Madrid’s police, fire and medical response teams goes live, boosting mission-critical communication.
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HCLTech buys HPE telco unit to boost AI services
HCLTech acquires HPE’s telecom solutions unit for $160m, strengthening its push into AI-driven telecom services.
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Google Cloud and Palo Alto Networks forge nearly $10 billion AI security partnership
Google Cloud expands partnership with Palo Alto Networks in a nearly $10 billion AI security services deal, reshaping cloud competition.
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TikTok signs long-awaited deal to divest U.S. unit to American investors
TikTok signs U.S. divestiture deal with American investors including Oracle, aiming to satisfy national security concerns and avoid a ban.
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Quantum computing poses a dual challenge to Asia’s financial sector
Asia’s banks and payment networks face a quantum challenge: strong potential benefits but significant cryptographic vulnerabilities.
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Planzer boosts logistics efficiency with Huawei network solutions
Swiss logistics firm Planzer boosts efficiency with Huawei network solutions for faster, reliable operations across Europe.
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India forecasts 1B 5G subscribers by 2030
India says it expects 1 billion 5G subscribers by 2030 as networks expand nationwide and demand for high-speed mobile grows.
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Datacloud Global Awards 2026 open for entries as industry seeks recognition
Entries open for the Datacloud Global Awards 2026, inviting nominations for projects and teams shaping digital infrastructure.
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Liberty Global sells UPC Slovakia in regional telecom shift
Liberty Global sells UPC Slovakia to e& PPF Telecom Group for €95m, signalling continued telecom consolidation in Central Europe.
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Saudi Telecom Company and Humain target 1GW data centre build-out amid Kingdom’s digital push
STC signs MoU with Humain to explore up to 1GW of data centre capacity as Saudi Arabia accelerates its digital infrastructure ambitions.
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Tampnet deploys real-time fibre sensing to protect subsea cables
Advanced sensing tech allows Tampnet to monitor subsea fibre conditions constantly, enhancing network resilience and proactive maintenance.
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AirTrunk to build second Osaka hyperscale data centre
AirTrunk expands its Japan presence with a second hyperscale data centre in Osaka, addressing rapid growth in compute and cloud services.
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ABB expands data centre monitoring through IPEC acquisition
ABB acquires IPEC to strengthen monitoring and analytics capabilities for data centres and industrial infrastructure worldwide.
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Amazon and OpenAI in talks over potential $10bn investment
Amazon is in talks to invest about $10bn in OpenAI, a potential major AI funding move amid IPO plans and industry competition.