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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Virgin Media says restart your Wi-Fi router now to avoid broadband issues tonight

Virgin Media advises customers to restart their Wi-Fi routers to prevent broadband issues due to high traffic during peak evening hours.

Mar 22 • 08:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Freeview 'switch-off' Government update as 'poor broadband areas face digital exclusion'

The UK government is considering the complete discontinuation of Freeview, which could significantly impact households in poorly serviced broadband regions, forcing them into higher TV costs or complete loss of access.

Mar 20 • 13:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Virgin Media offers up to £250 switching credit for Sky Sports and Premier League fans

Virgin Media is enticing sports fans with up to £250 in switching credits to cover early termination fees when switching to its TV packages that include Sky Sports.

Mar 20 • 08:23 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Beyond the handshake: Human capital imperative in UK-Nigeria trade

The UK-Nigeria state visit highlights the importance of developing a human capital strategy to enhance trade relations between the two countries.

Mar 19 • 00:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Virgin Media will pay you £250 to switch broadband provider in flash offer

Virgin Media is offering up to £250 in bill credits to new customers who switch their broadband provider under a limited-time offer.

Mar 18 • 12:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Halve cost and double speed' ahead of April broadband hike

UK households are advised on ways to reduce broadband costs and increase speeds before an April price hike.

Mar 18 • 10:16 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

OTE Group begins commercialization of optical fiber services within the framework of the UFBB project

OTE Group has commenced the rollout of fiber-optic internet services, offering speeds up to 1 Gbps as part of the Ultra-Fast Broadband project in Greece.

Mar 18 • 06:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Millions more households can get gigabit internet upgrade - check your postcode

A government-backed effort in the UK aims to provide gigabit internet access to millions more households, especially in rural areas, with a new postcode checker tool available.

Mar 17 • 13:19 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

OTE: Commercial availability of fiber optic services begins as part of the UFBB project – Ultra-high speeds in semi-urban and rural areas

OTE Group has launched commercial fiber optic services as part of the Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFBB) project, providing internet speeds up to 1Gbps in several regions of Greece.

Mar 17 • 10:04 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Greece's digital connectivity is gaining speed

Greece ranks 69th globally in the Internet Accessibility Index, reflecting improvements in digital connectivity but still lagging behind many European countries.

Mar 17 • 05:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis explains key changes to UK law for anyone with broadband

Consumer expert Martin Lewis discusses upcoming changes to UK consumer law that aim to simplify the cancellation process for broadband subscriptions.

Mar 17 • 01:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Million British homes eligible for free internet upgrade - see map for full list of areas

A new initiative by the UK government will provide free internet upgrades to over a million homes as part of the Project Gigabit program to improve broadband access.

Mar 16 • 23:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BT, Sky and Virgin Media broadband deals from £12.50 for certain families

Affordable broadband deals are now available for eligible families in the UK, with prices starting at £12.50 for those receiving benefits.

Mar 15 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Millions of mobile and broadband users could save £633 before April price rises

Many mobile and broadband users in the UK have the opportunity to save significantly on their bills before expected price hikes in April.

Mar 14 • 06:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Chicago: recognized as one of the pioneering cities in digital inclusion in the U.S. for the fourth consecutive year

Chicago has been recognized for the fourth consecutive year as a leader in digital inclusion by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance.

Mar 12 • 20:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Sky customers told 'you can cancel even if in contract' as prices rise

Sky is informing broadband customers they can cancel their contracts without penalty due to upcoming price increases.

Mar 12 • 10:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Man jailed for attacking neighbour on his doorstep over broadband box

A man was sentenced for assaulting his neighbor during a dispute over a broadband box.

Mar 12 • 06:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BT, Sky, Virgin broadband price rises in weeks but they 'can be avoided'

Broadband prices from major UK providers BT, Sky, Virgin, and others are set to increase, but experts suggest that customers have options to mitigate these costs.

Mar 7 • 02:57 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

The data breach at Telia: About half a million TV and broadband customers affected

Telia has experienced a significant data breach impacting approximately half a million customers, with sensitive personal information exposed.

Mar 4 • 09:39 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The data breach at Telia: Around half a million TV and broadband customers affected

Approximately 500,000 Telia customers have been affected by a data breach that exposed their personal information.

Mar 4 • 09:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Update on Freeview being 'switched off' as Government issues response

The UK government responded to rising concerns about Freeview potentially being phased out in favor of internet-delivered TV, reflecting significant public opposition to such a move.

Mar 3 • 08:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK Wi-Fi warning as simple error is killing your broadband speeds, check your router now

UK homeowners are advised to check their routers for 'phantom devices' that may be negatively impacting broadband speeds.

Feb 26 • 14:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ligga Telecom, created after the privatization of Copel, begins the sale process

Ligga Telecom has initiated the sale of the company for R$ 495 million, with Brasil Tecpar as the potential buyer assuming R$ 1.2 billion in debts pending regulatory approval.

Feb 25 • 15:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Britain's 'worst' broadband confirmed - where does your provider rank on the list?

A recent report by UK regulator Ofcom ranks major broadband providers based on customer complaints, revealing TalkTalk, Vodafone, and EE as the poorest performers.

Feb 24 • 13:38 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

A Geographic Information System for Broadband Internet Accessibility Has Been Developed

Latvia has introduced a Geographic Information System to map broadband internet availability to enhance transparency and support planning in electronic communications policy.

Feb 23 • 12:31 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

It's official: in Arizona, Governor Katie Hobbs announced the broadband expansion

Arizona's Governor Katie Hobbs has announced a federal approval for a broadband expansion plan aimed at improving internet access in underserved areas.

Feb 22 • 13:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Check if YOU are due compensation from your energy, water or broadband supplier

Consumers may be entitled to automatic compensation from utility providers if service standards are not met, but the process can be complicated.

Feb 22 • 06:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Booking Systems: BSI Chief Sees Train Disruptions as 'Incredibly Broadband Attack'

The German railway operator, Deutsche Bahn, experienced significant disruptions to its booking systems due to a massive cyberattack confirmed by the BSI chief, highlighting the scale and severity of the incident.

Feb 18 • 18:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Ditch a pricey broadband contract and Virgin Media could pay you £250 to switch

Virgin Media is offering UK customers up to £250 for switching broadband providers as a way to attract those looking for better deals and to capitalize on consumers out of contract.

Feb 18 • 14:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Sky confirms April price rise – but millions will get Netflix, Disney+ and HBO

Sky announced a price rise for broadband and TV packages starting in April, but millions of customers will also gain access to HBO Max, Disney+, and Hayu at no additional cost.

Feb 18 • 13:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

The broadband compensation rule that means reader is owed £2,000

A Plusnet customer is entitled to compensation due to significant delays in the activation of their broadband service, resulting in financial losses.

Feb 17 • 14:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Greece climbs in the global ranking of fixed broadband speed – A leap of 24 positions in a year

Greece has improved its ranking in fixed broadband speed, climbing 24 places in one year due to telecommunications investments and initiatives.

Feb 17 • 07:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

How to Optimize Mobile Broadband for Faster Speeds

The article provides tips for enhancing mobile broadband speeds in homes lacking access to high-speed fiber connections in Finland.

Feb 15 • 11:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Virgin Media is offering free Wi-Fi router upgrades and it's easy to claim yours

Virgin Media is upgrading select customers to free Wi-Fi 6 routers as part of a gradual roll-out process.

Feb 13 • 10:31 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG rallies private sector to bridge broadband gap

The Nigerian government is urging private-sector collaboration to address the digital divide in broadband access across the country.

Feb 11 • 16:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Rachel Reeves reveals new broadband and mobile price hike rules as she fires warning shot

Rachel Reeves announces new rules to prevent unexpected mid-contract price hikes for mobile and broadband customers in the UK.

Feb 11 • 14:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

BT replaces Openreach boss in latest management shake-up

BT has appointed a new head for Openreach as part of an ongoing management overhaul led by CEO Allison Kirkby.

Feb 10 • 10:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Sky and BT beaten by rival broadband deal in one key way as bills set to rise

TalkTalk has launched a cheaper broadband plan than BT and Sky, highlighting a key difference in contract length.

Feb 10 • 10:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Best UK broadband provider confirmed, and the winner might surprise you

The Uswitch awards have revealed surprising winners for the best UK broadband and mobile providers during an event in London's Canary Wharf.

Feb 6 • 11:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

UK broadband company shuts as customers told to 'cancel direct debits'

VISPA, a UK broadband provider, has ceased trading and has advised customers to cancel their direct debits and seek alternative internet services.

Feb 6 • 09:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Sky announces new broadband and TV price rise in 'frustrating blow' for customers

Sky has announced a price increase of £3 per month for broadband and £1 for Sky Cinema starting in April, affecting various customers.

Feb 5 • 13:56 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Tested "Starlink" in supersonic speed flight

Sawyer Meritto reports on the successful integration of Starlink technology into the fuselage of new supersonic passenger aircraft, with internet speeds comparable to home broadband for streaming and working.

Feb 5 • 13:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

BT loses more than 200,000 broadband customers as profits slump

BT has reported a loss of over 200,000 broadband customers in the last quarter of 2025, with profits decreasing sharply, primarily due to issues related to its shared ownership of TNT Sports.

Feb 5 • 12:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Telefónica is moving to buy British Netomnia for 2.3 billion euros

Telefónica and its partner Liberty Global are nearing a significant acquisition of British broadband operator Netomnia for 2.3 billion euros, according to the Financial Times.

Feb 3 • 08:20 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

DEI: It has the 2nd largest fiber optic network

DEI is expanding its fiber optic network to new areas, making it the second largest in Greece, covering 41 regions and approximately 1 million households and businesses.

Feb 3 • 05:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

UK households have hours left to lock in cheaper prices as Sky sets deadline

Sky has set a deadline for its discounted TV and broadband bundle deals, urging UK households to act quickly to take advantage of lower prices.

Feb 3 • 04:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Millions of people who work from home hit with HMRC tax change from April 2026

Starting from April 2026, millions of remote workers will lose the ability to claim tax relief on additional household expenses incurred from working at home, including costs for energy and broadband.

Jan 15 • 16:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

UK broadband users with these postcodes urged to make 5 simple changes today

UK broadband users living in certain postcodes are encouraged to implement five straightforward changes to improve their internet speed, following revelations about the slowest broadband areas in the country.

Jan 12 • 09:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Broadband and mobile price rises 2026 including O2, Vodafone, Sky, Three and more

Telecom firms including O2, Vodafone, Sky, and Three are increasing mid-contract prices in 2026, with Ofcom regulations requiring clear communication of these increases in monetary terms.

Jan 9 • 14:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Sky TV plummets to 14p a day alongside 'lowest' streaming price

Sky has launched its 2026 January sale with significant discounts on TV and broadband bundles, offering some deals as low as 14p per day.

Jan 7 • 12:01 UTC

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