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Telecom Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Vodafone and 1&1 Partner to Expand 5G Access Across Germany with National Roaming Agreement

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone and 1&1 have entered into a long-term national roaming partnership in Germany, enabling 1&1 customers to access Vodafone’s 5G network in areas where 1&1’s own infrastructure is not yet available. This partnership ensures seamless 5G coverage for … Read the full press release

Nokia and TM Collaborate to Enhance Malaysia’s Optical Network, Driving AI and Hyperscaler Connectivity

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has partnered with TM (Telekom Malaysia) to enhance its international optical network using advanced DWDM technology. This upgrade will support the growing demand for high-speed, low-latency connectivity driven by hyperscalers and cloud-based services. The new network will … Read the full press release

Vodafone’s NG-SOS App Achieves 4 Million Downloads, Revolutionizing Emergency Response Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Foundation’s NG-SOS app has reached a milestone of over 4 million downloads and has facilitated 200,000 emergency calls across Europe. The app, available in the Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, and Austria, connects users directly to emergency services, … Read the full press release

Elke Anderl Named Chief Commercial Officer to Drive T-Systems’ Growth and Market Leadership in Europe

(IN BRIEF) T-Systems has appointed Elke Anderl as the new Chief Commercial Officer, effective September 1, 2024. She succeeds Urs M. Krämer, who is stepping down. Elke Anderl, a seasoned expert in IT, sales, and service, will oversee global sales … Read the full press release

Turkcell and Ericsson Partner to Trial 5G Cloud RAN, Pioneering Next-Gen Network Flexibility in Türkiye

(IN BRIEF) Turkcell has successfully completed a trial of Ericsson’s 5G Cloud RAN technology, becoming one of the first telecom operators globally to explore this advanced solution. The deployment marks a significant step in Turkcell’s network modernization efforts, enhancing flexibility … Read the full press release

DLG Enhances Global Trade Fair Accessibility with Deutsche Telekom’s AI-Powered Translation and Transcription Tool

(IN BRIEF) DLG (German Agricultural Society) has implemented Deutsche Telekom’s “transcribbyAI” to provide real-time transcription and translation in over 100 languages at its international trade fairs. This AI-driven tool enhances accessibility, particularly for participants with hearing impairments, and reduces costs … Read the full press release

Digi Communications NV announces the release of H1 2024 Financial Results

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V. has released its H1 2024 financial report, revealing significant growth in revenues and customer base. The company reported consolidated revenues of €921.3 million for the first half of 2024, a 13% increase compared to the … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announces that conditional stock options were granted to a director of the Company’s Romanian Subsidiary

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V. announced that on 12 August 2024, it granted 70,000 conditional Class B stock options to a director of its Romanian subsidiary, Digi Romania S.A. This grant is part of a stock option program approved by … Read the full press release

New Research Links Typhoon Gaemi’s Intensity to Human-Driven Climate Change

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at Imperial College London found that Typhoon Gaemi in July 2024 was 50% more likely due to human-driven climate change, with its maximum wind speeds increased by 7%. The study, powered by Vodafone Foundation’s DreamLab app, used … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Launches Powerful Campaign Against Disinformation

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has launched a powerful new campaign as part of its “No Hate Speech” initiative, aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of disinformation. The campaign uses striking imagery to show how false information spreads rapidly like … Read the full press release

Nokia and Swisscom Broadcast to Launch Nation’s Largest Drone Network for Enhanced Safety and Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Nokia and Swisscom Broadcast are partnering to deploy a nationwide Drones-as-a-Service network in Switzerland, featuring 300 Nokia Drone-in-a-Box units. This network will enhance safety and efficiency for public safety and industrial applications, supporting emergency response, infrastructure inspection, and … Read the full press release

Nokia Achieves Milestone with Self-Certification of Fiber Products for BEAD Compliance

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has become the first technology vendor to self-certify its U.S.-manufactured fiber products as Buy America-compliant for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program. This certification ensures that operators and infrastructure builders can use Nokia’s certified products, … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Enhances Global IoT Connectivity with Bridge Alliance Membership

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom’s IoT subsidiary has joined the Bridge Alliance, enhancing global IoT connectivity and simplifying international operations for businesses. This partnership, the first of its kind for a European telecommunications company, allows for seamless IoT integration across Europe … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announces Investors Call for the presentation of the H1 2024 Financial Results

(IN BRIEF)Digi Communications N.V. will host a conference call on 14 August 2024 at 14:00 UK time / 16:00 EEST (Romania time) to discuss its unaudited H1 2024 financial results. The results will be published the same day at 08:00 … Read the full press release

Swisscom Welcomes 232 New Apprentices in Record IT Recruitment Year

(IN BRIEF) Swisscom has welcomed 232 new apprentices, with a record 97 starting IT apprenticeships. To support these apprentices, Swisscom is piloting a nine-month onboarding program. Additionally, nine students are beginning a bachelor’s degree in IT with integrated practice. Swisscom … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom, Volkswagen, and Partners Launch ‘AutoLog’ Project for Automated Logistics at Emden Port

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom, Volkswagen Group Logistics, BIBA, and Unikie have launched the “AutoLog” project to automate logistics processes at the Emden port automotive terminal. The project uses Deutsche Telekom’s 5G network and edge data center technology to enhance efficiency. … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announces the conclusion of a share purchase agreement by its subsidiary in Portugal

(IN BRIEF) On 1 August 2024, Digi Communications’ subsidiary, DIGI Portugal, LDA, entered into a share purchase agreement with LORCA JVCO Limited to acquire 100% of Cabonitel, S.A. for EUR 150 million, subject to customary adjustments and contingent events. Cabonitel … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. Announces Rating Assigned by Fitch Ratings to Digi Communications N.V.

(IN BRIEF) On July 24, 2024, Digi Communications N.V., a leading European telecommunication services provider, announced that Fitch Ratings has assigned the company a Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) of ‘BB’ with a stable outlook. This rating reflects the company’s … Read the full press release

Telefónica, Fortinet, Quantum XChange, and Warpcom Unveil Groundbreaking Solution for Quantum Cybersecurity

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica, in collaboration with Warpcom, Fortinet, and Quantum XChange, has introduced a quantum security solution designed to protect against sophisticated quantum cyberattacks. The solution, ready for global production environment testing, ensures robust, adaptable protection across various network infrastructures. … Read the full press release

Ericsson Secures EUR 100 Million Loan from NIB to Advance Wireless Technology Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson, a prominent Swedish telecommunications company, has secured a new EUR 100 million loan from the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) to bolster its research and development efforts aimed at enhancing wireless technology efficiency. This loan, NIB’s second for … Read the full press release