Daily Archives: 23, February 2026

Partnership Between Nokia and KDDI Advances Scalable and Future Ready Connectivity for Distributed AI Facilities

(IN BRIEF) Nokia and KDDI have demonstrated quantum-safe optical networking at KDDI’s Sakai Data Center, showcasing infrastructure designed to securely transport sensitive AI workloads while maintaining high performance and scalability. Using Nokia’s advanced photonic switching and security technologies, the project … Read the full press release

New AI Driven Platform From Bristol Graduates Seeks to Build Long Term Financial Habits Through Behavioural Design

(IN BRIEF) Four University of Bristol graduates have obtained £40,000 in funding to launch Vero Financial, an AI-powered app designed to help young people develop healthier financial habits through gamified challenges, real-time guidance, and rewards. Originating as a student project, … Read the full press release

University of Bristol’s Sabine Hauert Awarded Honorary OBE for Pioneering Work in Swarm Robotics and AI Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Professor Sabine Hauert has received an honorary OBE for her services to robotics, recognizing more than 20 years of research into swarm engineering and collaborative robotic systems. Her work spans applications from medical nanorobotics to drone swarms for … Read the full press release

Erste Group Pilots Quantum Encryption in Banking Infrastructure to Prepare for Post-Quantum Cybersecurity Era

(IN BRIEF) Erste Group has piloted Europe’s first commercial use of entanglement-based quantum encryption in banking, integrating eQKD technology into its Vienna fiber network in partnership with A1 and zerothird. The project demonstrates how quantum-secure communication can protect financial systems … Read the full press release

European Commission Authorizes Ranluspec Strengthening Sandoz Ophthalmology Portfolio and Biosimilar Strategy

(IN BRIEF) The European Commission has approved Ranluspec, a ranibizumab biosimilar developed by Lupin and commercialized by Sandoz, for the treatment of neovascular age-related macular degeneration and several other retinal disorders. The therapy has demonstrated comparable efficacy and safety to … Read the full press release

ABB Enables Eligible Sweden Based Shareholders to Receive Dividends Without Swiss Withholding Tax

(IN BRIEF) ABB is offering Swedish tax-resident shareholders the option to receive their dividend in Swedish kronor through its Dividend Access Facility, avoiding Swiss withholding tax. Enrollment for the 2026 programme runs from February 23 to March 10, with prior … Read the full press release

TechEU Debut in Austria Sees EIB Back AMAG Investments in Research Digitalisation and Green Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank is providing AMAG Austria Metall AG with a €75 million loan to fund research, digitalisation, and greener production methods at its Ranshofen facility, forming part of a wider €168 million investment programme running from … Read the full press release

Denmark Invests in ODAQS Initiative to Simplify Quantum Programming and Bring Technology Closer to Healthcare Applications

(IN BRIEF) Aalborg University has joined forces with Aarhus University and quantum technology company Kvantify in the ODAQS project, a DKK 17.4 million initiative funded by Innovation Fund Denmark to make quantum computing more practical for pharmaceutical research. The project … Read the full press release

Standard Chartered Expands VCC Platform With New Absolute Return Fund Developed Alongside Seviora Capital

(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered has launched the Signature Select Seviora Titans Absolute Return fund under its VCC structure in partnership with Seviora Capital, offering high-net-worth clients access to a diversified portfolio of otherwise hard-to-reach hedge fund managers. Designed to help … Read the full press release

Maersk Strengthens Supply Chain Preparedness for Kenyan Avocado Exporters With Added Capacity and Technical Support

(IN BRIEF) Maersk Kenya is ramping up logistics and training support for the country’s avocado exporters ahead of the peak season, introducing technical education, digital resources, and enhanced cold chain capacity to ensure reliable shipments to global markets. Measures include … Read the full press release

KPN Advances Toward Nationwide Fiber and Sustainable Operations as 2025 Results Reinforce Long-Term Strategy

(IN BRIEF) KPN’s 2025 Annual Report highlights a year of solid growth and continued investment in fiber expansion, 5G-quality mobile networks, cybersecurity, and sustainable energy, with the company now providing fiber access to about 70 percent of Dutch households and … Read the full press release

Boliden Announces Virtual Capital Markets Update to Present Strategy and Business Outlook to Investors

(IN BRIEF) Boliden will hold a virtual Capital Markets Update on March 18, 2026, providing investors, analysts, and financial media with updates from CEO Mikael Staffas and the Group Management team. The session will be streamed live on the company’s … Read the full press release

Deutsche Bank Secures 17 Triple A Awards in Asia Pacific Highlighting Regional Advisory and Financing Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Bank has won 17 honors at The Asset’s Triple A Awards 2026 across seven Asia-Pacific markets, recognizing its advisory strength, capital markets execution, and sustainable financing expertise. Key highlights include the Best Sovereign Bond award in China … Read the full press release

Equinor Confirms NOK Dividend Amount for Third Quarter 2025 Following Exchange Rate Calculation

(IN BRIEF) Equinor ASA has finalized the NOK value of its previously declared third-quarter 2025 dividend of USD 0.37 per share, calculating the payment at NOK 3.5249 per share using an average Norges Bank USD/NOK fixing rate of 9.5267 around … Read the full press release

Five Major European Telecom Operators Launch First Federated Edge Cloud to Strengthen Digital Sovereignty at MWC 2026

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefónica, TIM, and Vodafone have jointly demonstrated the European Edge Continuum at Mobile World Congress 2026, establishing the first federated pan-European edge cloud and marking a significant step toward digital sovereignty. Developed within the IPCEI-CIS … Read the full press release

Elmos Semiconductor Launches €10 Million Share Buyback to Strengthen Capital Allocation and Shareholder Returns

(IN BRIEF) Elmos Semiconductor SE will begin its previously announced share buyback program on February 24, 2026, running through March 31, 2026, with a planned volume of up to €10 million. The initiative forms part of an updated capital allocation … Read the full press release

Brantner Expands Sustainable Waste Logistics With 13 Electric Mercedes-Benz Trucks Delivered by Daimler Truck Austria

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck Austria and Pappas Auto GmbH have delivered 13 electric Mercedes-Benz eActros trucks to Brantner green solutions, enabling the Austrian recycling specialist to replace diesel vehicles and expand its sustainable transport strategy. The fleet—comprising eActros 600 and … Read the full press release

Digi Communications Reports Strong Revenue Growth in 2025 as Subscriber Gains Outpace Profit Expansion

(NEWS) BUCHAREST, Romania, 23-Feb-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Digi Communications N.V. (“DIGI”), one of the leading European telecommunications companies, listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange, reported a significant rise in revenue for 2025, underscoring the company’s continued expansion across European telecommunications markets, … Read the full press release

Renault Group to Take Full Ownership of Flexis While Continuing Strategic Partnership With Volvo Group and CMA CGM

(IN BRIEF) Volvo Group, Renault Group, and CMA CGM have agreed to restructure Flexis S.A.S., with Renault acquiring the combined 55 percent stakes held by Volvo and CMA CGM to become sole owner. Volvo Group will continue its involvement through … Read the full press release