What is now known about the Samsung phone problem in Finland
A serious software issue affecting various Samsung phones and tablets has emerged in Finland, leading to concerns over malfunctioning SIM cards and rapid battery drain.
SIM Binding Will Be Implemented Starting March 1
A new regulation requiring messaging apps like WhatsApp to be linked to mobile SIM cards will take effect in India, affecting users from March 1, 2026.
Samsung users report tormenting issues - 'Shoddy service'
Dozens of Finnish users are experiencing severe problems with their Samsung phones following the latest software update, including issues with their SIM cards and data loss.
Capital's Criminalists Unmask Another 'SIM Box' Farm - About 75,000 SIM Cards
Police in Vilnius have uncovered a SIM Box operation involving around 75,000 illegally acquired SIM cards.
Twice, an attempt was made to throw prohibited items into Marijampolė prison
Two attempts were made to smuggle mobile phones and SIM cards into Marijampolė prison in Lithuania.
Šuvajevs cautious about the idea of banning unregistered prepaid SIM cards
Andris Šuvajevs expresses caution regarding the proposal to ban unregistered prepaid SIM cards in Latvia, emphasizing the need for a more comprehensive approach to combat phone fraud.
Mobile phones found in Pravieniškiai 2nd prison
Two mobile phones were discovered in the Pravieniškiai 2nd prison in Lithuania, along with SIM cards and a charger.
SIM card ban, Europe takes action against TikTok and Shein platforms. Technology news
Latvia is considering banning unregistered SIM cards to combat phone scams, with a proposal already submitted to the cabinet for review.
In Ukraine, there are calls to fight against the uncontrolled sale of SIM cards to Russia
Ukrainian officials are advocating for the regulation of SIM card sales to combat their use in controlling drones used by Russia.
Russian 'mothership' drones prompt Ukraine to weigh passport requirement for SIM card sales
Ukraine is considering requiring passport verification for buying local SIM cards as a response to the use of Russian 'mothership' drones that extend the operational range of FPV drones.
Apple bids farewell to traditional SIM cards
Apple's transition to digital-only technology culminates with the upcoming iPhone 18, marking a significant shift away from traditional SIM cards in Europe and global markets.
Kozlovskis hopes to ban unregistered SIM cards within a month
Interior Minister Rihards Kozlovskis hopes to implement a ban on unregistered SIM cards in Latvia within a month to reduce telephone fraud.
Interior Minister hopes to ban unregistered SIM cards within a month
The Latvian Interior Minister aims to quickly implement a ban on unregistered SIM cards to combat rising phone fraud.
Chinese blogger extracted gold worth $17,000 from old SIM cards (vid)
A Chinese blogger demonstrated extracting gold from old mobile SIM cards, generating excitement on social media as others expressed interest in trying it themselves.
Gold worth 2.6 million extracted from scrap SIM cards! Video of a youth from China goes viral
A youth from southern China demonstrated a risky method of extracting gold from old mobile SIM cards in a viral video, attracting significant attention and sparking a rush to purchase used SIM cards.
Three packages with phones found in Marijampole prison
Authorities discovered three packages containing mobile phones and SIM cards at Marijampole prison during a routine check.
Forbidden items found in three packages for 13 prisoners
Thirteen mobile phones and six SIM cards were discovered in three packages wrapped with tape at a prison facility in Marijampolė, Lithuania, during a routine inspection.
Britain begins confiscating mobile phones from migrants arriving by boats across the English Channel
Starting today, Britain will confiscate mobile phones and SIM cards from migrants arriving by small boats across the English Channel as part of new measures to combat illegal crossings and human trafficking.
UK’s plans to seize asylum seekers’ phones condemned by campaigners
UK Home Office's new policy allowing the seizure of asylum seekers' mobile phones and sim cards has faced criticism from campaigners and lawyers.
Major change to small boat migrant law 'will save lives' from today
New legal powers allowing UK border officials to seize phones and SIM cards from small boat arrivals aim to combat human trafficking.