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T-Mobile's operating profit in Czechia rose by 6.4 percent last year, reflecting the company's financial growth in the telecommunications sector.

Russia is now entirely dependent on Chinese imports for optical fiber after a domestic plant was damaged in Ukrainian attacks and has been offline since May 2025.

Four individuals, including a former Israeli military officer, have been sentenced to eight years in prison for violating telecommunications privacy laws in Greece.

OTE reported an 8.7% increase in revenue and a 2.3% rise in adjusted EBITDA for the fourth quarter of 2025, along with a proposed 22% dividend increase.

Hellas Sat is launching a new generation of satellite communications in Greece and Cyprus through strategic partnerships with leading French companies for high-speed optical telecommunications.

Nokia announced on Wednesday that it will cut up to 156 jobs in Finland, particularly in its mobile network business.

Hellas Sat inaugurates a new era in satellite communications for Greece and Cyprus with the launch of a geostationary satellite featuring high-speed optical laser telecommunications.

Nokia is set to reduce up to 156 jobs in Finland as it initiates change negotiations to streamline its operations in response to market needs and advancements in AI.

Czech operators blocked three million fraudulent calls in January 2023.

Nokia plans to reduce up to 156 jobs in Finland, according to Helsingin Sanomat.

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.

The EU Commission proposes to extend free roaming services to the Western Balkans, aiming to eliminate unexpected roaming charges for travelers in the region.

Fibercop plans a 10 billion euro investment by 2027 to expand fiber-optic networks to 20 million homes in Italy, emphasizing the essential role of telecommunications in supporting advanced technologies like AI.

e& PPF Telecom plans to collaborate with Hungarian firm 4iG, expected to generate 24 billion.

Telefónica reported a loss of 4.318 billion euros in 2025 primarily due to the cost of layoffs and the devaluation of its Latin American subsidiaries.

Competition among mobile operators in Finland significantly increased at the end of last year, leading to a remarkable rise in number porting and competitive pricing.

The Italian Antitrust Authority has accepted commitments proposed by FiberCop and Tim, concluding a procedure related to their Master Service Agreement following the unbundling of the network in July 2024.

Airtel Uganda Limited has announced a revenue of Shs 1 trillion for the year ended December 31, 2025, marking significant financial growth compared to the previous year.

Latvian police, in coordination with foreign law enforcement, dismantled a telecommunications fraud network that operated call centers in Dnipro, Ukraine, and was responsible for scamming citizens across Europe.

Kostas Nebis, CEO of OTE, is successfully reversing the downturn of the Athens stock market by driving up the company's share price.

Poland has enacted a set of regulations known as 'Lex Huawei,' aimed at enhancing cybersecurity while allowing the state to exclude high-risk suppliers from the telecommunications and IT market.

The president of Poland has signed the Lex Huawei legislation, which aims to enhance cybersecurity and allows for the exclusion of high-risk telecommunications and IT suppliers.

Residents are warned about a new scam where Russian-speaking callers impersonate bank or telecom employees to trick victims into revealing personal information.

GlobalConnect is experiencing a fiber cut since Saturday morning, impacting subscribers and mobile companies in Vest-Finnmark, including Telenor.

An expert highlights the importance of developing mobile networks, citing personal experiences of losing internet connectivity while abroad.

Airtel offers several long-term plans, including the most popular one costing ₹3599 for a year, featuring daily data, unlimited calling, and SMS benefits.

The article discusses the challenges faced by the newly established Regulatory Commission for Telecommunications (CRT) in Mexico, particularly regarding security and spectrum management as it prepares for significant upcoming events.

The US government has announced the revocation of entry visas for three unnamed Chilean officials due to actions that jeopardized critical telecommunications infrastructure and undermined regional security.

Nova has completed the acquisition of Ofar for 4.4 billion ISK, signaling a significant move in the telecommunications sector.

Drammen hospital continues to experience issues with its phone system, prompting a response level adjustment to yellow for patient safety.

The Consumer Ombudsman has taken Finnish telecom operator Elisa to the Market Court over its failure to adequately disclose minimum pricing in a promotional campaign.

Telia will reduce 164 positions in its Finnish operations following change negotiations, the company announced.

Telia announced a net reduction of 168 jobs in its Finnish operations following restructuring negotiations that began in January.

The Finnish Consumer Ombudsman is suing telecommunications operator Elisa over its pricing campaign, alleging that it did not disclose the legally required minimum price for offers.

The Consumer Ombudsman has demanded a prohibition on Elisa's Etuhinta campaign, threatening a fine of 200,000 euros for not disclosing the legally required lowest price over 30 days in phone offers.

European telecommunication operators warn that the EU's plan to replace Chinese technology in telecommunications networks poses risks to service quality and entails enormous costs.

The U.S. Department of State announced visa restrictions on 18 Iranian officials and telecommunications sector heads as part of its actions against the Iranian government.

Greece shows impressive 5G Standalone (5G SA) performance with high download speeds but struggles with low user adoption.

New regulations are being introduced in Italy to limit unsolicited calls and messages used by telecom operators to capture customers from competitors.

Mobile internet usage in Lithuania is on the rise, but experts caution that network expansion is facing significant challenges due to inadequate investment.

Orange Polska has released preliminary financial results for Q4 and the entire fiscal year of 2025, along with updated mid-term goals and higher dividend proposals despite lower profits.

Analysts are reacting to the financial results and strategic plans of Orange Polska, noting that despite lower profits, the company is proposing a higher dividend for 2026.

Movistar experienced a major outage affecting connectivity for around 100,000 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Spain.

A nationwide issue at Movistar has disrupted fiber and mobile services for thousands of users, particularly impacting small and medium enterprises.

Fastweb and Vodafone clarify that their merger plan is on track, dismissing claims of difficulties in realizing expected synergies.

Telecommunications operator SIA "Bite Latvia" has halted its 3G network operations in several regions as part of a nationwide transition to 4G and 5G technologies.

Greece shows high performance in the development of 5G Standalone (5G SA) technology, but its user adoption remains low.

MasOrange is ending its partnership with Movistar's network to use Orange's infrastructure instead, aiming for cost savings.

The Brazilian telecommunications company Oi has filed a lawsuit against foreign funds, formerly influential shareholders, alleging abuse of power and undue influence during their tenure.

The Nigerian government plans to review MTN Group's proposed $6.2 billion acquisition of IHS Holding Limited, highlighting the critical role of telecommunications infrastructure in the country's economy and national security.