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12 Aug 2026
Behind the scenes at Black Hat's network operations center
Step inside Black Hat's guarded NOC, where nearly unlimited threats meet unlimited resources, and security experts battle hackers, deploy custom AI agents and mitigate attacks.
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06 Aug 2026
What Claude Mythos revealed about post-quantum security
Quantum computing will break standard security codes and change how we protect data and prepare for the future. Claude Mythos proved we're still not ready for the quantum era.
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05 Aug 2026
AI Kill Switch Act: What it means for enterprise leaders
The proposed bill could apply to much more than just frontier model makers and might signal stricter regulatory restrictions for enterprise leaders to contend with.
Desktop and Mobile News from the past 365 days
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10 Mar 2026
AI infrastructure demand skewing the hardware supply chain
Context has alerted the channel to changing market dynamics that favour those able to deliver the systems needed to support artificial intelligence workloads
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10 Mar 2026
MWC 2026: Huawei - agent-oriented mobile networks to define AgentVerse
Comms tech giant paints picture of AI-led communications infrastructure as industry transitions towards a new world of agents
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09 Mar 2026
UK to launch cyber fraud squad in April
The UK’s Online Crime Centre, launching next month, will bring together government, police, intelligence agencies, banks, mobile networks and tech firms to take coordinated action against cyber fraud
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09 Mar 2026
MWC 2026: Nvidia teams with global telecom leaders for 6G development
AI behemoth and global operators and infrastructure providers team to build next-generation mobile infrastructure to advance AI-native 6G innovation based on open and trusted software-defined wireless platforms
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09 Mar 2026
MWC 2026: Qualcomm plots out 6G, Wi-Fi 8 future with AI as the new user interface
Leading comms tech platform provider unveils agentic radio access network management service and AI enhancements for commercial RAN platforms to accelerate value for telcos on the path to 6G
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09 Mar 2026
Interview: Nick Pearson, CIO, Ricoh Europe
Working for a company undergoing a major pivot in its business model means variety and opportunity for the supplier’s tech chief
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06 Mar 2026
Channel catch-up: News in brief
The past week has brought several noteworthy developments in the channel. We look at what’s been happening at Wasabi Technologies, LevelBlue, Phoenix Software, Alkira and Boom Collaboration
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06 Mar 2026
Nordics ally with Baltics to accelerate digital wallet roll-out
Baltic and Nordic countries work together on a common certification system to support digital wallet applications
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06 Mar 2026
Enterprises warming to AI PCs amid growing cloud costs
While global memory shortages will pose a threat to the broader PC market, AI PCs are gaining momentum across Asia as companies look to cut cloud costs, boost productivity and secure sensitive information
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06 Mar 2026
Enterprises warming to AI PCs amid growing cloud costs
While global memory shortages will pose a threat to the broader PC market, AI PCs are gaining momentum across Asia as companies look to cut cloud costs, boost productivity and secure sensitive information
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05 Mar 2026
Spyware suppliers exploit more zero-days than nation states
Exploitation of zero-days by commercial surveillance and spyware developers outpaced exploitation by nation-state actors last year, according to a report
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04 Mar 2026
Zero-day in Android phone chips under active attack
Google and Qualcomm have tag-teamed a serious vulnerability in the chipsets used in Android mobile devices, which has been exploited in the wild as a zero-day
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03 Mar 2026
Interview: Wolf & Badger CEO George Graham on getting ‘hands-on’ with AI
From continually exploring the potential of artificial intelligence to actually building and introducing AI-enabled systems for his company, George Graham is leaning into the age of agentic commerce
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03 Mar 2026
Ingram Micro boss talks Xvantage, price rises and growth
As the distributor shares its Q4 and full-year numbers, its CEO shares progress made with its partner platform
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03 Mar 2026
NHS SBS launches £250m patient communication framework
The procurement framework aims to help NHS organisations buy products and services to help communicate with patients more efficiently
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03 Mar 2026
Synaxon boss charts path to increased growth
After a period of transformation, the channel organisation is looking to meet ambitious targets and continue to carve out a solid position in the hardware and services realms
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27 Feb 2026
UK direct-to-device satellite connectivity takes off with Virgin Media O2
Leading UK mobile operator switches on pace comms service in a move to make UK the first country in Europe to go live with direct-to-cell satellite mobile data connectivity
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27 Feb 2026
NTT Data, Ericsson team to scale private 5G, physical AI for enterprises
Global comms tech provider forges global partnership with business and technology services firm to establish 5G as the foundational operating layer for enterprise AI, looking to scale AI-driven operations securely and consistently
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27 Feb 2026
Connectivity, AI drive fleet safety, productivity and decision-making
Report into state of fleet technology across US reveals three key priorities for the year: increasing productivity, reducing costs and enhancing driver safety – with AI and connected technology serving as engines behind all three
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27 Feb 2026
UK has laid track for open banking, but failed to run trains
The UK risks losing its fintech leadership, with open banking progress slow, as countries such as the UAE and India advance rapidly
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26 Feb 2026
Gartner: Memory price hikes set to hit PC market growth
Analyst forecast links expected surge in DRAM and SSD costs to a likely decline in hardware shipments
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26 Feb 2026
Firecell, CloudRAN.AI collaborate to cut cost and complexity of private 5G
Hot on the heels of the Accelleran merger, purpose-built private 5G connectivity company unveils radio portfolio integration to give system integrators faster, more affordable deployment route across industrial, enterprise sites
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25 Feb 2026
Docomo, Keio University claim 5G robot teleoperation first
Japan's leading mobile operator and global research institute for haptics announce what they call world's first stable, high-fidelity robot via commercial 5G using low-latency slicing.
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25 Feb 2026
Nokia, AWS demo agentic AI network slicing with Du, Orange
‘Industry-first’ intent-based 5G-Advanced slicing with agentic AI to offer providers with premium network slicing services that respond to real-world situations and enable autonomous intelligence
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25 Feb 2026
Alcatel-Lucent looks to make Wi-Fi 7 affordable for everyday connectivity
Enterprise networking and communication services provider offers entry-level access point based on latest wireless standard to deliver advanced wireless capabilities at a cost-effective price
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24 Feb 2026
NUHS and GSMA Foundry team up on 5G and AI in healthcare
Singapore’s National University Health System is working with GSMA Foundry, Ericsson and Singtel to drive the use of 5G-enabled robotics, ambient AI and holographic surgery in healthcare
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24 Feb 2026
Aeris, Verizon Business aim to simplify global IoT expansion
Wireless IoT provider announces inbound internet of things connectivity relationship with US operator to simplify how multinational enterprises deploy and manage IoT at scale
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24 Feb 2026
In-orbit test of Atlas-1 laser terminals sees 100x comms speed gains
Industry first test of compact and energy-efficient satellite laser terminals in orbit to pave way for more secure, high-bandwidth and affordable space-to-Earth communication for small satellite operators
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24 Feb 2026
Print spotlight falls on higher-end opportunities
Kyocera, Xerox and Canon update partners on strategies, products and extending relationships
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24 Feb 2026
AIDA Cruises fleet sets sail with OpenRoaming for Wi-Fi connectivity
Global wireless ecosystem consortium deploys technology for cruise ship operator with Wi-Fi for all passengers and staff, as well as 24/7 cruise operations, safety, guest services and entertainment
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23 Feb 2026
SK Telecom outlines mid- to long-term 6G network evolution
A paper on 6G development by South Korean operator highlights direction of infrastructure in the AI era, with vision rooted in fundamental network values such as security, stability and quality
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23 Feb 2026
Improved UK mobile could add £6.6bn to economy
Research finds improved mobile connectivity could deliver massive annual boost to UK economy by enabling tens of thousands of new businesses
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20 Feb 2026
WBA publishes initial guidance on artificial intelligence and machine learning for intelligent Wi-Fi
Report from wireless connectivity trade body outlines frameworks and priorities needed to scale intelligent Wi-Fi through artificial intelligence and machine learning without industry fragmentation
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20 Feb 2026
Telefónica accelerates its transformation to autonomous networks
Spain-based global telco reveals progress made in Autonomous Network Journey programme, closing last year with 12 Level 4 use cases driven by the joint work of Spain, Brazil and Germany
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19 Feb 2026
PromptSpy Android malware may exploit Gemini AI
A newly uncovered malware targeting the Android operating system seems to exploit Google’s Gemini GenAI tool to help it maintain persistence
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19 Feb 2026
Artificial intelligence drives autonomous networks, customer service gains
Survey from AI tech leader reveals growing advances of AI in telecoms, underscoring strong AI adoption, impact and investment in the industry
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19 Feb 2026
European politicians amplify disinformation about UN rapporteur
Government officials from the US and Europe have condemned UN special rapporteur Francesca Albanese for remarks about Israel she never made, based on a truncated clip circulating online that takes her statements out of context
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19 Feb 2026
Ericsson strikes Microsoft, AWS deals for enterprise 5G
Comms tech provider opens Yokohama-based research facility and enters collaborations to make connected PCs easier to deploy and manage remotely as well as boost agentic network operations
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18 Feb 2026
Global 5G standalone dynamic shifts from coverage to capability
Annual study of 5G SA market reveals coverage gap between major economic blocs narrowing by the end of 2025, but with growing signs of more consequential signs of divergent spectrum strategies, investment depth and network optimisation
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18 Feb 2026
HP bets on edge AI and regional investment to power Middle East enterprise transformation
Ertug Ayik, managing director for Middle East and Africa at HP Inc, outlines how on-device artificial intelligence, embedded security and a partner-first model are positioning the company at the heart of MENA’s digital transformation
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17 Feb 2026
Silverstone takes mobile connectivity to full throttle
Permanent 5G connectivity for fans, race teams and broadcasters comes to the home of British motorsport in major network upgrade from neutral host and private network provider
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17 Feb 2026
Rakuten Mobile proposal selected for Jaxa space strategy
Mobile comms provider and University of Tokyo has secured up to £53m in funding from Japan’s national aerospace agency for an R&D project into AI-based next-gen satellite communications
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17 Feb 2026
Government pumps £20m into using tech to fight addiction
Funding grants from Innovate UK will be used for medical technologies and digital tools such as artificial intelligence and wearables to reduce substance misuse and addiction
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16 Feb 2026
Myriota introduces satellite-based scalable global asset tracking
Global provider of satellite IoT connectivity unveils long-life asset tracker designed to deliver reliable global visibility beyond the reach of traditional cellular networks and overcome traditional barriers
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13 Feb 2026
Direct-to-device connectivity set to underpin next generation of industrial IoT
Research from satellite comms firm finds D2D connectivity will underpin the next generation of industrial internet of things, with almost all IoT decision-makers set to adopt the technology in the next 18 months
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13 Feb 2026
UK government calls for review into mobile market
UK government creates programme to anticipate how the mobile market, and technologies that underpin it, will evolve over the next decade
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13 Feb 2026
UK leads the way with refurbished PC sales
Research from Context indicates the appetite for second-life devices is continuing to grow across Europe
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12 Feb 2026
European Commission: TikTok’s addictive design breaches EU law
In a preliminary ruling, European Commission says TikTok’s additive design features are in breach of laws designed to create safer digital spaces
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11 Feb 2026
Cisco shapes up for delivery of critical infrastructure in the AI era
Annual European expo reveals what IT and networking behemoth claims will be a leap forward in AI adoption, with new products encompassing switches, optics, agentic operations and SASE
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10 Feb 2026
Apple and Google pledge to improve app fairness
The CMA is seeking views on Apple and Google’s commitments to ensure fair app store practices to stoke the UK’s app economy, fintech and improve developer confidence
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06 Feb 2026
Private LTE/5G networks reached 6,500 deployments in 2025
Analysis of private 5G market finds steadily growing market that is increasingly driven by organic demand from end users, with WAN and enterprise segments of near equal worth
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06 Feb 2026
Virgin Media O2 accelerates automation across mobile network
UK telco teams with cloud-first tech modernisation firm to deploy AI-driven automation technology to minimise downtime across mobile network, resolve issues faster and anticipating faults before escalation
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05 Feb 2026
Hyundai Motor Group and Vodafone IoT deploy connected cars across MENA region
Internet of things division of leading European telco partners with Korean motor giant to power connected cars in five countries across the Middle East, claiming reliable and secure in-car connectivity that is fully compliant with regional laws
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05 Feb 2026
ISE 2026: Maxhub unveils partnerships, products to enrich unified collaboration
Provider of integrated commercial display and unified communications takes advantage of enterprise AV expo to announce further collaborations with tech leaders to create enhanced multimedia experiences
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05 Feb 2026
Channel will have to navigate through PC price rises
Shortages and increasing component costs for PCs will affect the products the channel can offer and the costs that customers have to pay
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05 Feb 2026
Telna launches $100m travel eSIM growth fund
Telna unveils investment fund to provide minority capital investment for eSIM startups, the first of which focuses on MVNOs and travel apps
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03 Feb 2026
Broadcom claims enterprise Wi-Fi 8 first
Unified, wireless-first architecture based on latest wireless standard designed to address rising demand for hybrid work, and deliver performance, efficiency and security for next-gen enterprise networking
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03 Feb 2026
Circular IT player Reconome looks to bridge digital divide
Firm reveals plan to tackle the digital divide by getting thousands of devices into the hands of people who are disconnected from online services
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03 Feb 2026
5G and Wi-Fi battle for dominance in APAC
Analysis from Opensignal reveals that the Asia-Pacific region is no longer converging on a single connectivity model, with some markets pivoting to Wi-Fi while others double down on mobile
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03 Feb 2026
EE, Three claim UK’s best mobile internet performance in 2025
Analysis of mobile internet connection data in the UK shows traditional market dominance by BT-owned mobile company challenged by new rival set for infrastructure boost after recent merger
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02 Feb 2026
Vodafone IoT, Skylo bring NTN NB-IoT connectivity to global users
In a ‘notable’ step in enabling the next wave of internet of things solutions, the IoT division of telco teams with non-terrestrial network provider to deliver satellite-based narrowband connectivity
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28 Jan 2026
Platforms must adapt to IoT demand to support eSim growth
Research on embedded subscriber identity module markets reveal rapid growth and shifting consumer attitudes, with sustained growth especially in internet of things use cases
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27 Jan 2026
GSMA transforms Formula E circuit into 5G testbed
Global mobile trade association highlights initiative showcasing how mobile connectivity performs in real-world, high-pressure environments
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27 Jan 2026
Saudi Arabia ordered to pay £3m to UK dissident targeted with Pegasus spyware
A court has found that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia subjected a London-based human rights activist to abuse and physical violence after infecting his phone with Pegasus spyware
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27 Jan 2026
Public safety broadband spending to exceed $6bn by 2028
Positive outlook of safety connectivity coincides with ‘meaningful’ progress in addressing challenge of direct mode/device-to-device comms, bridging last major hurdle in the transition from LMR systems to 3GPP
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26 Jan 2026
Spanish court acquits suspects denied access to ‘raw’ Sky ECC intercepts in landmark decision
Prosecutors have been told they cannot rely on intercept evidence from the Sky ECC encrypted phone network in the absence of other evidence, unless they disclose the raw intercept data to defendants in decision that could have a significant impact on future prosecutions
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22 Jan 2026
Airbus, Keysight collaborate on sovereign, standardised 5G NTN
Design, emulation and test services firm embarks on partnership with aerospace manufacturer giant to explore how 5G non-terrestrial networks can operate from low Earth orbit while remaining interoperable with terrestrial networks
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22 Jan 2026
Vodafone, Netcompany aim to deliver global travel eSIM at scale
Telco teams with IT systems provider to launch embedded subscriber identity module platform offering borderless connectivity for global travellers
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22 Jan 2026
ESA invests in Swissto12 to accelerate European spacecom sovereignty
European Space Agency member states commit funding towards advanced satellite systems and RF products provider in partnership project supporting development and industrialisation of spacecraft
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22 Jan 2026
Dell Technologies Forum Dubai highlights AI as the next great economic accelerator
At its flagship regional event, Dell Technologies set out how AI leadership, data readiness and skills development are shaping digital transformation across the UAE and the wider Middle East
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22 Jan 2026
UK government begins trials of digital driving licence
The digital version of the physical driving licence will be made available through an app-based digital wallet, with testing underway before wider roll-out later this year
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22 Jan 2026
Wireless Broadband Alliance looks to boost enterprise private 5G security
Global wireless communications association report outlines unified security framework and guidelines to help enterprises integrate private 5G into existing IT
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20 Jan 2026
Three Sweden launches commercial 5G SA network
Leading Swedish operator implements end-to-end 5G standalone network with focus on enterprises in urban areas and the fixed wireless access broadband market
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20 Jan 2026
Sharp outlines channel vision at Inspire
Vendor uses Lisbon event to outline where it views growth coming from and how it can support its partner base
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20 Jan 2026
Swedish government software developer counters poor health apps claim
As national election season approaches, political opponents of Sweden’s lead coalition party make hay of survey that claims unsatisfactory health apps deter doctor visits
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19 Jan 2026
Volvo EX60 hits accelerator on in-vehicle connectivity and AI
Auto maker unveils comms, infotainment and artificial intelligence in all-electric vehicle, including system on a chip said to deliver the highest level of processing power found in its cars to date
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19 Jan 2026
EasyJet mobile network takes off with BT
Leading UK airline taps country’s leading comms provider to help connect thousands of crew, aircraft and airports across operations spanning 35 countries and over 150 airports in Europe
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15 Jan 2026
Chelsea shoots for enhanced mobile connectivity in and around Stamford Bridge
Leading English football club upgrades mobile network in and around home stadium to deliver enhanced connectivity for fans attending matches and events, based on new and upgraded small cells
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14 Jan 2026
Bath Rugby scrums down with 5G private network
Telecoms equipment supplier looks to address current performance challenges of legacy Wi-Fi and congested public mobile networks in sports and entertainment venues with dedicated cellular network
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14 Jan 2026
London’s Tube network extends 4G/5G connectivity
London Underground reveals more progress on introducing high-speed mobile coverage across the Tube network, with stations including Euston Square, Cannon Street and Battersea Power Station now gaining coverage, with more to go live soon
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13 Jan 2026
Samsung claims virtualised RAN first, accelerating AI-native, 6G-ready nets
CE giant Samsung completes commercial call using its own vRAN solution powered by Intel Xeon 6700P-B processor series with up to 72 cores, on a Tier 1 US mobile operator’s live network
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13 Jan 2026
Motive accelerates Edge AI safety for automotive operations
Commercial vehicle AI dash cam said to be able to deliver three times more AI processing power, stereo vision and hands-free two-way communication in an all-in-one device
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13 Jan 2026
UK open banking is eight years old and ready to grow into the wider economy
The next phase of open banking will have a greater impact as it morphs into cross-sector open finance
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13 Jan 2026
Samsung, Keysight validate satellite-to-satellite, direct-to-cell 5G mobility
Technology design, emulation and test services firm collaborates with CE and comms tech giant to validate 3GPP Release 19 non-terrestrial networks band as industry moves towards direct-to-cell satellite services
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12 Jan 2026
Eutelsat extends Airbus contract for further low Earth orbit OneWeb satellites
Satcoms constellation provider orders further 340 craft from space technology manufacturer to offer global connectivity services from LEO locations
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12 Jan 2026
UK regains second spot in global fintech investment ranking
Global fintech investment was up 21% and the UK retook second spot in the market ranking for the full year 2025
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12 Jan 2026
Where the channel is going in 2026
It’s a good time to look deep into the crystal ball and pull out some ideas of what could happen over the next 12 months
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09 Jan 2026
Ofcom sets out plans for mobile, Wi-Fi to share upper 6 GHz spectrum band
In an aim to provide a boost for the country’s economy, UK comms regulator Ofcom reveals proposals for mobile and Wi-Fi to share some of the same airwaves
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09 Jan 2026
Hutchison Ports completes private 5G network at UK hub
Hutchison Ports taps into global mobile network to support autonomous trucks and future digital innovation
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09 Jan 2026
Context: AI-enabled notebook prices tumble
Average sale prices across Europe have decreased, making the technology a more attractive proposition for users
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09 Jan 2026
Volkswagen looks to deliver advanced infotainment and connectivity capabilities
Global auto manufacturer unveils primary tech provider for the launch of its zonal software-defined vehicle architecture, providing high-performance system-on-chips for infotainment capabilities starting in 2027
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08 Jan 2026
CES 2026: NXP looks to unlock potential of AI-powered vehicles
Semiconductor firm launches chip to transform vehicles into intelligent edge devices by centralising software and data across all vehicle domains, solving complexity and unlocking AI-powered vehicle capabilities
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07 Jan 2026
CES 2026: Sony Honda Mobility drives out Afeela SDV prototype
Japanese joint venture mobility tech company advances vision of mobility as a creative entertainment space
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07 Jan 2026
CES 2026: Rubber hits the road for Qualcomm automotive
Mobile tech leader uses CES to outline advances in automotive through key collaborations with Chinese startup technology company, IT behemoth and manufacturing group to boost, ADAS, IVI and AI compute
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02 Jan 2026
Acer: Channel can help drive greater AI PC adoption
While large numbers of PC devices have been sold, partners are key to helping users benefit from artificial intelligence
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31 Dec 2025
2025 review: Channel stories of the year
A look back over the stories that generated headlines over the past 12 months
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30 Dec 2025
Top 10 government IT stories of 2025
The past 12 months has seen a number of significant milestones in digital government. Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 government IT stories of 2025
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29 Dec 2025
Top 10 NHS IT stories of 2025
A new digital strategy, funding boosts and struggles to keep the lights on: here are Computer Weekly’s top NHS IT stories in 2025
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23 Dec 2025
UK government further expands rural 4G coverage through SRN
Over 100 mobile masts have been upgraded across rural Wales, Scotland and England, delivering 4G coverage from all mobile network operators for the first time as part of an ongoing development scheme
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23 Dec 2025
Aftermarket car telematics arena drives past 90 million subscriptions
Study of aftermarket car telematics finds growing value in technology for application areas including stolen vehicle tracking and recovery, vehicle diagnostics, Wi-Fi hotspots, convenience applications and usage-based insurance
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23 Dec 2025
Top 10 telecoms stories of 2025
The telecoms market has delivered a wave of innovation over the course of the past 12 months, but in 2025 the sector shifted focus with eyes very much on the skies. Find out more in Computer Weekly’s top 10 telecoms stories of 2025