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European Commission probes Telenor-TeliaSonera Denmark merger
Consolidation of mobile networks could damage competition and lead to higher prices for consumers, Commission warns.
Telefonica begins offering Edge Computing services in Spain
Telefónica activates its commercial Edge Computing services for businesses and administrations as part of its leading deployment plan in Europe
Let third-party AI assistants access WhatsApp, EU tells Meta
The European Commission has sent a Statement of Objections to Meta, presenting its preliminary view that Meta breached EU antitrust rules by excluding third party AI assistants from accessing and interacting with users on WhatsApp.
WindTre and Iliad mull Italian merger
According to multiple sources cited by Reuters, the discussions could lead to a joint venture combining CK Hutchison’s subsidiary Wind Tre and Iliad’s Italian operations, which currently operate under the Free brand.
German tech giants unite for EU-funded AI data centre
News The planned AI data centre aims to strengthen the EU’s digital sovereignty A German consortium including Deutsche Telecom, SAP, Ionos, and Schwarz Group are considering a joint application to the European Union for funding to build one of Europe’s largest AI...
EU looks to revamp merger rules to remain globally competitive
This week, the European Commission has launched a public consultation on the bloc’s longstanding merger rules, which it is hoped will encourage investment and innovation.
Digital Catapult joins consortia shaping 6G innovation
Digital Catapult, a deep tech innovation organisation, has announced its participation in an EU-funded initiative that will advance the development and deployment of 6G technologies.
Industry giants call for joint action on subsea cable security
News Industry leaders have called for governments to better protect subsea cables amid rising security threats A group of leading European telecoms and infrastructure providers has called on the EU, UK, and NATO to step up joint efforts to protect subsea cable...
Huawei embroiled in European Parliament bribery scandal
This week, Belgian authorities have arrested several people as part of a corruption investigation related to the European Parliament and Chinese tech giant Huawei.
Nine European countries launch join forces on semiconductors
News The ‘Semicon Coalition’ will collaborate on research and development, as well as bolstering Europe’s chip production capabilities This week, nine European countries have founded the ‘Semicon Coalition’, pledging to cooperate to better support the continent’s...
IMDEA Networks participates in a European project to create 6G networks that interact intelligently with reality
MultiX will develop advanced perception and communication technologies to enhance healthcare, industrial automation, and real-time environmental interaction
EU approves €227 million for Austrian semiconductor plant
The European Commission has approved €227 million in funding to help Austrian semiconductor manufacturer ams Osram build a manufacturing plant in Premstätten, Austria.
EU commits €8 billion to strengthen submarine cable security
News The European Commission has announced an €8 billion investment to improve the security and resilience of submarine cables This includes major funding for projects such as the Baltic Synchronisation (€1.23 billion), the Great Sea Interconnector (€658 million),...
EU launches ‘InvestAI initiative’ to bring €200 bn of investment to AI development
News “This large AI infrastructure is needed to allow open, collaborative development of the most complex AI models and to make Europe an AI continent,” the European Commission said The European Commission has launched InvestAI, a €200 billion initiative aimed at...
EU’s Connecting Europe Facility (CEF)-Digital programme will enhance access to backbone connectivity for all citizens
EU funding programme CEF-Digital plays a crucial role in addressing these connectivity challenges by supporting infrastructure development in those regions where market forces fail to address them.
“European competitiveness has one foot in the morgue,” warns Nokia CEO
In a rare display of unity, today the CEOs of telecoms tech rivals Nokia and Ericsson both took to the stage at the New Industrial Ambition for Europe summit in Brussels, arguing that Europe needed major reform to ensure competitiveness on the global stage.
Swisscom completes acquisition of Vodafone Italia
Swiss telco Swisscom has completed its acquisition of Vodafone Italia in a move set to reshape the competitive landscape of Italy’s telecoms sector.
IBM and Samsung poised to win £900m Emergency Services Network contract over BT
IBM and Samsung are set to secure a £895m contract to deliver user services for the UK’s new Emergency Services Network (ESN), leaving BT and its Italian partner Leonardo out of the deal, according to a recent Telegraph report.
One cable to rule them all: Meta’s $10bn plan to build global subsea cable
Meta is planning a $10 billion subsea cable project spanning 40,000 kilometres around the world, according to a new report from TechCrunch, citing two confirmed sources close to the company.
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