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Garanti BBVA Celebrated at iF and A Design Awards for its Mobile and Pulse Apps and ‘My Home, My Car, My Travel’ Project

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA has earned three major international honors — two from the iF Design Awards and one from the A Design Awards — for its leadership in digital design and innovation. The updated Garanti BBVA mobile app and … Read the full press release

BBVA Switzerland combines behavioral economics and technology to transform how people view investing

(IN BRIEF) BBVA Switzerland has launched Investing in the Mirror, a digital initiative developed with its Behavioral Economics team to help people understand how emotions and biases influence their investment decisions. The interactive platform combines videos, podcasts, and expert commentary … Read the full press release

Vodafone Expands Enterprise Services with Acquisition of Skaylink, a Leading European Cloud and Digital Transformation Specialist

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Group has agreed to acquire Skaylink GmbH, a Germany-based cloud, AI, and cybersecurity specialist, for €175 million from funds managed by Waterland. The deal, expected to close by March 2026 following regulatory approval, will enable Vodafone Business … Read the full press release

Fresenius Medical Care Advances Precision Nephrology Through Hemodiafiltration and Artificial Intelligence Research

(IN BRIEF) Fresenius Medical Care will present multiple studies at ASN Kidney Week 2025, highlighting how hemodiafiltration (HDF) enhances clinical outcomes and how artificial intelligence is transforming kidney care. One of the featured oral presentations links HDF to a reduced … Read the full press release

Atos Strengthens Its Global Legacy in Inclusive Sports Through Dual Championships Delivery

(IN BRIEF) Atos has successfully managed technology services for the World Para Swimming Championships Singapore 2025 and the World Para Athletics Championships New Delhi 2025, ensuring flawless operations across two large-scale international events. The company’s advanced digital solutions, including on-venue … Read the full press release

Arriva Expands into Rail Construction and Maintenance Through RTS Infrastructure Deal

(IN BRIEF) Arriva Group has acquired RTS Infrastructure, marking its entry into the UK rail infrastructure construction market and expanding its maintenance network with the addition of a new depot near Leeds. The deal includes RTS’s rail maintenance, depot operations, … Read the full press release

Merck and Siemens extend collaboration with new MoU to integrate AI and digital platforms for life sciences

(IN BRIEF) Merck and Siemens have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding that expands their collaboration in life sciences and focuses on accelerating digital transformation across drug discovery, development, and manufacturing. The partnership integrates Merck’s life science SaaS tools and … Read the full press release

VOIS partners with PK Porthcurno to launch PK Network and connect telecommunications heritage with digital innovation

(IN BRIEF) VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) has become the primary sponsor of PK Porthcurno – Museum of Global Communications, supporting the launch of the PK Network, a global initiative uniting industry partners to preserve telecommunications heritage and inspire innovation. Based … Read the full press release

NEURA Robotics Selects GFT for Strategic AI Software Partnership

(IN BRIEF) GFT Technologies has been appointed strategic software partner to NEURA Robotics, a leader in cognitive robotics. Building on a successful proof-of-concept for a next-generation software platform, GFT will leverage its expertise in data, AI, and high-performance computing to … Read the full press release

EY Launches EY Studio+ to Drive Customer Experience Transformation and Growth in the AI Era

(IN BRIEF) EY has launched EY Studio+, a new global offering designed to help organizations drive growth by transforming customer experience in the AI-driven era. The initiative combines EY’s broad expertise with leading talent in design, sales, marketing, and customer … Read the full press release

Erste Private Banking Dominates Euromoney Awards with Six Distinctions Across Central and Eastern Europe

(IN BRIEF) Erste Private Banking has been honored with six best-in-class awards by Euromoney, highlighting its exceptional performance across multiple regions. In Austria, the bank was recognized as the “Best Private Bank,” “Best for High-Net-Worth” clients, and “Best for Discretionary … Read the full press release

Equinor Strengthens European Energy Security with New Halten East Gas Exports

(IN BRIEF) Equinor has announced that natural gas from its Halten East field will be exported to Europe, a move that significantly strengthens the region’s energy security. The press release details how years of investment and technological advancements have enabled … Read the full press release

EIB Boosts Latvia’s Grid Modernization with €200 Million Loan for Renewable Energy Integration

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank has approved a €200 million loan to Latvenergo AS to upgrade Latvia’s electricity distribution network, enhancing reliability for nearly 1.9 million customers while integrating digital innovations and renewable energy sources. Scheduled for completion by … Read the full press release

EIB Invests €350 Million with INWIT to Boost Digital Connectivity and Mobile Coverage Across Italy

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted €350 million to INWIT to support the expansion of digital telecommunications infrastructure across Italy, improving mobile coverage, especially in rural areas. The investment will fund the development of both macro-grid infrastructure … Read the full press release

AkylAI Pioneers AI in Kyrgyz Language with Support from EBRD’s Star Venture Program

(IN BRIEF) AkylAI, the first artificial intelligence system fully compatible with the Kyrgyz language, is breaking new ground in the digital world by preserving and promoting the native tongue. With the help of the EBRD’s Star Venture program, the Kyrgyz … Read the full press release

Garanti BBVA Sets Ambitious Goals for 2025 While Navigating Economic Uncertainty

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA’s CEO, Mahmut Akten, shared the bank’s strategic priorities and 2025 goals during a meeting with Turkish media, discussing the global and local economic landscape. Despite global uncertainties, Akten expressed confidence in Türkiye’s economic program and the … Read the full press release

EIB and Malta’s Ministry for Finance Sign €130 Million Agreement to Boost Sustainable Growth and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The EIB has signed a €130 million agreement with the Maltese government, marking the first tranche of a €260 million financing package aimed at co-financing key EU-backed projects. The funding will support various sectors including healthcare, digital innovation, … Read the full press release

TIMETOACT GROUP Expands Cloud Transformation Expertise with Acquisition of beBOLD Consulting

(IN BRIEF) TIMETOACT GROUP has acquired beBOLD, a consulting firm specializing in cloud transformation and digital innovation, marking another step in its strategy to expand its capabilities in cloud consulting. The acquisition strengthens TIMETOACT GROUP’s position in providing end-to-end cloud … Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Leads in Digital Innovation, Adopting Thales’ Groundbreaking FlytEDGE Inflight Entertainment System for A321 NX Fleet

(IN BRIEF) Qatar Airways has partnered with Thales to equip its A321 NX fleet with FlytEDGE, the first cloud-native inflight entertainment system. As the first airline to select this system, Qatar Airways enhances its digital transformation journey, delivering personalized and … Read the full press release

Viettel Expands Ericsson Partnership with Major 5G Rollout Across Vietnam, Strengthening Digital Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Viettel, Vietnam’s leading telecom company, has expanded its partnership with Ericsson through a new contract for nationwide 5G deployment. Under the agreement, Ericsson will lead the rollout of Viettel’s 5G Radio Access Network (RAN), covering key regions such … Read the full press release