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Sustainability](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/energy-sustainability.html) 02 September 2026 6014 views A new collaboration aims to explore a dedicated on-site power generation solution of up to 1.5 gigawatts (GW) for a new data centre development in Selangor, within the Greater Kuala Lumpur region in Malaysia. ![Saudi’s ACES announces 5G and 6G partnership with Movandi](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/800x600/saudi_arabia_madinah_600.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Wireless Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/wireless-networks.html) 02 September 2026 16503 views Saudi Arabian technology group Advanced Communications and Electronic Systems Company (ACES) and Movandi, a semiconductor and systems connectivity company powering intelligent wireless infrastructure, have announced a strategic partnership. ![Kontron and Hitachi Rail Romania partner on rail comms project](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/bucharest_parliament_building_600.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Enterprise Ecosystems](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/enterprise-ecosystems.html) 02 September 2026 6458 views Kontron Transportation, a supplier of end-to-end communication solutions for mission-critical networks, says it has been awarded several contracts in the establishment of the Orient/East-Med Corridor, with special relevance to Romania. ![Ericsson signs multi-year deal with stc to expand 5G network](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/MWC24_Stands/STC_Front_MWC24.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Wireless Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/wireless-networks.html) 02 September 2026 8316 views Ericsson announced on Tuesday it has signed a new multi-year agreement with stc Group to further expand the telco’s 5G network across Saudi Arabia. ![AWS expands Humain AI Zone plans, Saudi Arabia cloud region on track](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/NewsPix/AWS_Humain_Saudi_Arabia_LEAP_2026_1200.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Data Centres & Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/data-centres-networks.html) 02 September 2026 7732 views Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced on Monday it has expanded its plans with PIF-owned Humain to launch an AI Zone in Saudi Arabia in 2028, whilst also confirming it’s on track to launch its first Cloud Infrastructure Region in the country December 2026. ![ZTE and BBTEC explore collaboration in Thailand](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/thailand_chiang_mai_600.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Data Centres & Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/data-centres-networks.html) 01 September 2026 7207 views ICT giant ZTE, and BBTEC, a telecommunications and engineering service provider in Thailand, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic framework to explore business opportunities in AI digital infrastructure, data centre infrastructure and energy solutions in Thailand. ![AI project growth continues in Saudi Arabia](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/800x600/Riyadh_600.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Data Centres & Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/data-centres-networks.html) 01 September 2026 7021 views The fast-growing number of artificial intelligence projects in Saudi Arabia has been underlined by recent announcements involving AI data centre development from Humain and Datavolt and enterprise AI from NTT Data. ![Botswana’s BTC reveals plans to launch 5G next month](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/800x600/Gabarone_Kgale_Hill_600.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Wireless Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/wireless-networks.html) 01 September 2026 6752 views State-owned Botswana Telecommunications Corporation (BTC) has revealed plans to enter the country’s 5G race in October as part of a BWP240 million (US$17.8 million) investment plan in the 2026/27 financial year to modernise and upgrade its network. ![Starlink gets ten-year licence to operate in the UAE](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Company_Logos/Starlink_1200.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Satellite Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/satellite-communications-networks.html) 01 September 2026 7324 views The UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has granted LEO satellite operator Starlink a ten-year licence to establish, operate, and manage broadband satellite internet services in the country. ![Indian government departments plan optical network test bed](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/India_MWC25.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Optical & Fixed Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/optical-fixed-networks.html) 01 September 2026 4303 views India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has signed a strategic five-year agreement with the country’s Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DoT), a telecom research and development centre, to establish a state-of-the-art end-to-end optical network test bed. ![Syria takes big step towards rejoining global payment networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/800x600/Damascus_600.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Service Management](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/oss-service-management.html) 31 August 2026 4742 views Payment giants Visa and Mastercard have carried out their first international card transactions in Syria, indicating that the country is now much closer to reconnecting with global payment networks. ![New AI solution targets Saudi enterprise users](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/800x600/Jeddah_corniche_600.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Enterprise Ecosystems](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/enterprise-ecosystems.html) 31 August 2026 4932 views AMD, which describes itself as a high performance and adaptive computing leader, and Humain, which delivers global full-stack AI solutions, say they have launched a new ‘AI in a Box’ solution for enterprise users across Saudi Arabia. ![Maxis appointed to upgrade tower backhaul in Melaka to fibre](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/NewsPix/Maxis_MICTH_Melaka_1200.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Optical & Fixed Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/optical-fixed-networks.html) 31 August 2026 4288 views Malaysian telco Maxis announced that it has officially been appointed by Melaka ICT Holdings (MICTH) as its strategic infrastructure partner to accelerate deployment of fibre backhaul to telecom towers in the state of Melaka. ![Telin signs deals with PEACE Cable, GTI, SM+ and TM Forum](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/NewsPix/Telin_BATIC_2026_1200.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Optical & Fixed Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/optical-fixed-networks.html) 31 August 2026 4543 views Telkom Indonesia’s international arm Telin signed a trio of agreements last week to expand its international connectivity business, along with a fourth agreement to adopt TM Forum’s Open APIs and open digital architecture model. ![Vietnam internet plagued by multiple subsea cable outages again](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Maps/SJC2_subsea_cable_NEC_600.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Optical & Fixed Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/optical-fixed-networks.html) 31 August 2026 6422 views Vietnam is reportedly once again facing disruptions to internet connectivity speeds with four out of six international subsea cable connections now suffering from outages. ![India moves to reduce submarine cable repair delays ](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/India_MWC25.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Optical & Fixed Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/optical-fixed-networks.html) 28 August 2026 5677 views Underlining the strategic importance of international cable connections to the country, India is reportedly looking at ways to reduce delays in approvals for submarine cable repairs. ![Visa tests first live international transaction in Syria](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/800x600/Damascus_600.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Mobile Finance](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/financial-services.html) 28 August 2026 5817 views Visa announced on Wednesday it has successfully tested its first live international transaction in Syria in its bid to help integrate the country’s financial services sector into the global digital economy. ![Alibaba Cloud launches first cloud region in Brazil with agentic AI services](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/800x600/sao-paolo-night-600450.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Cloud & Virtualisation](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/telecom-cloud-virtualization.html) 28 August 2026 7782 views Alibaba Cloud announced on Thursday it has launched its first cloud region in Brazil, with two new data centres and an upcoming suite of enterprise-grade agentic AI services in the region. ![MTN and UAE investor to build AI infrastructure platforms across Africa](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Company_Logos/mtn-logo-sign-600.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Data Centres & Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/data-centres-networks.html) 28 August 2026 7049 views MTN Digital Infrastructure confirmed on Thursday that it has formed a new company in partnership with UAE-based investor Tarek Al Ashram to speed up development of AI-ready digital infrastructure platforms across Africa. ![](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/NewsPix/ram-anant.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Data Centres & Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/data-centres-networks.html) 27 August 2026 6708 views Infineon Technologies, which describes itself as a global semiconductor leader in power systems and IoT, has announced the acquisition of India’s C2i Semiconductors, a technology company specialising in software-defined multiphase controllers and smart power stages for AI data centre applications. ![Cambodia’s Metfone expands digital partnership with Canadia Bank](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/NewsPix/Metfone_Canadia_Bank_1200.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Enterprise Ecosystems](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/enterprise-ecosystems.html) 27 August 2026 4395 views Viettel’s Cambodian subsidiary Metfone announced on Wednesday it has expanded its partnership with Canadia Bank with an MoU to explore ways to cooperate in digital infrastructure, digital solutions, cybersecurity, green energy, and logistics. ![Indosat’s IFT launches “RAIA Grid” AI digital infrastructure project](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/NewsPix/IFT_Indosat_RAIA_Grid_1200.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Optical & Fixed Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/optical-fixed-networks.html) 27 August 2026 6040 views Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison’s digital infrastructure spinoff Infra Fiber Teknologi (IFT) launched a new project called RAIA Grid on Wednesday to build an AI-powered digital infrastructure platform across Indonesia. ![Interview: GSMA’s Steven Moore on the industry’s Net Zero goals](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Features/GSMA_Net_Zero_Report_2026_1200x900.jpg) Details James Barton Category: [Energy & Sustainability](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/energy-sustainability.html) 26 August 2026 27221 views Across the telecoms sector, operators, vendors and other suppliers are pushing towards renewable energy and sustainability goals with an uncommon unity. Given that operating a network requires a constant supply of power, it makes sense that to pivot towards cheaper and more sustainable sources of energy – but behind the talk, are companies truly taking action on their Net Zero goals? ![Vivo opens smartphone assembly plant in Algeria as it targets local production](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/algeria_constantine_600.jpg) Details Manny Pham Category: [Devices & Platforms](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/telecom-devices-platforms.html) 26 August 2026 5956 views Chinese smartphone manufacturer Vivo has opened a smartphone assembly plant in Algeria as it looks to increase its local manufacturing presence and tap into the country's growing demand for devices. ![Mozambique’s Tmcel starts PoC tests on Angosat-2 satellite](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Features/Satellite_EMEA_600x450.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Satellite Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/satellite-communications-networks.html) 26 August 2026 5266 views Mozambique Telecom (a.k.a. Tmcel) has started proof of concept (PoC) tests with Angola’s Angosat-2 satellite as part of an agreement between the two countries earlier this year to cooperate in the space, telecoms and ICT sectors. ![Orange Slovensko and Enery sign solar energy deal](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/800x600/bratislava_castle600.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Energy & Sustainability](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/energy-sustainability.html) 26 August 2026 13176 views Orange Slovensko, one of the largest telecommunications operators in Slovakia, and Enery, a leading independent power producer in Central and Eastern Europe, have signed a ten-year physical power purchase agreement (PPA) linked to the supply of solar energy. ![Mistral and Humain Collaborate to Advance Sovereign AI](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/800x600/800x600/Riyadh_600.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Data Centres & Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/data-centres-networks.html) 26 August 2026 6915 views AI solutions company Mistral and Humain, a global AI company building the full AI stack and backed by the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund have announced a strategic collaboration focused on sovereign AI. ![Equinix boosts data centre investment in Colombia](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/Colombia_ Bogota_La Candelaria_1200x900_credit_Martha_Smith.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Data Centres & Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/data-centres-networks.html) 25 August 2026 6739 views Data centre company Equinix has reportedly expanded its Colombia data centre footprint and increased its investment, bringing online the second phase of BG2, its second data centre in Colombia, doubling the site's cabinet capacity in Bogota. ![](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/800x600/Beijing_skyline_600_credit.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Satellite Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/satellite-communications-networks.html) 25 August 2026 7998 views China has approved its first private-sector commercial trial for satellite Internet of Things (IoT) services, granting a permit to Zhejiang Geespace Technology as part of what are being described as broader efforts to open the country’s satellite communications market to private capital. ![](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/800x600/Delhi_Akshardham_600.jpg) Details Vaughan O'Grady Category: [Satellite Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/satellite-communications-networks.html) 25 August 2026 4360 views The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has reportedly announced a change of policy that means it will cease direct manufacturing of commercial launch vehicles, though this may boost its other businesses. ![Paratus launches Starlink satellite services in Uganda](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/Places/800x600/Kampala_suburb_600.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Satellite Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/satellite-communications-networks.html) 25 August 2026 7169 views Paratus Uganda said on Monday it has become the first service provider in the country to launch Starlink’s LEO satellite service after the Uganda Communication Commission approved Starlink’s provisional operational licence in May. ![Datec launches PNG’s first sovereign cloud and AI data centre](https://developingtelecoms.com/images/stories/NewsPix/Datec_PNG_Kumal_Cloud_Infinity_1200.jpg) Details John Tanner Category: [Data Centres & Networks](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/data-centres-networks.html) 25 August 2026 6563 views Telikom PNG subsidiary Datec PNG officially launched Kumul Cloud Infinity – billed as Papua New Guinea’s first sovereign cloud and AI data centre – on Friday in partnership with CloudSigma.