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Freeview NextGen brings free-to-air TV to broadband
Wi-Fi

Freeview NextGen brings free-to-air TV to broadband

Viewers will get free-to-air channels via broadband or Wi-Fi on compatible TVs, reducing reliance on aerials and separate apps.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 18th May 2026

Global Stories

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ACI joins Harmonic open cOS Amply ecosystem for DOCSIS 4.0
Unified Communications

ACI joins Harmonic open cOS Amply ecosystem for DOCSIS 4.0

Broadband operators can now manage ACI amplifiers through Harmonic's software, giving DOCSIS 4.0 upgrades a lower-cost path on existing networks.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Sat, 25th Apr 2026
KBRO expands Taiwan broadband with Harmonic fibre-on-demand
Unified Communications

KBRO expands Taiwan broadband with Harmonic fibre-on-demand

Taiwanese customers are set to get faster broadband in demand hotspots as KBRO uses Harmonic’s system to avoid duplicating network infrastructure.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2026
AI healthcare needs low-latency links, says DE-CIX chief
Unified Communications

AI healthcare needs low-latency links, says DE-CIX chief

Wider use of medical AI will stall without faster networks, as surgeons and emergency teams need near-real-time links to work safely.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026

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TLI Group adopts ArcGIS for Irish infrastructure work
Digital Transformation

TLI Group adopts ArcGIS for Irish infrastructure work

Real-time mapping is now helping TLI Group cut manual reporting and improve safety on broadband, power and renewables projects across Ireland.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Europe's communications market is fragmenting - and that's exactly the opportunity
Unified Communications

Europe's communications market is fragmenting - and that's exactly the opportunity

Uneven fibre rollouts and rising AI risks are pushing enterprises to seek partners that can stitch together local needs across Europe.

By Dave Macfarlane • 4 min read • Last month
Telair marks 20 years as independent Australian telco
Network Infrastructure

Telair marks 20 years as independent Australian telco

Its national network upgrade is aimed at keeping business customers connected as demand for bandwidth and resilience continues to rise.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
Subco launches SMAP cable linking Australia's capitals
Network Infrastructure

Subco launches SMAP cable linking Australia's capitals

Australia's digital economy gains a major boost as a 5,000 km subsea route adds redundancy and capacity across the main capital cities.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Sat, 27th Jun 2026
UK Connect named Amazon Leo reseller for business users
Disaster Recovery

UK Connect named Amazon Leo reseller for business users

Business users in hard-to-reach sites will gain a new satellite option as UK Connect widens its managed network offer with Amazon Leo.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Jun 2026
Manchester tops UK's AI-ready cities for third year
Smart Cities

Manchester tops UK's AI-ready cities for third year

Regional competition for AI talent and investment is intensifying as Manchester keeps the UK's top spot, ahead of Bristol and Glasgow.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Millions risk buffering as football streaming surges
Smart TV

Millions risk buffering as football streaming surges

Broadband gaps could spoil live action for 2.4 million UK households as millions stream football matches this summer.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2026
Feds backs CAD $13M in NWT broadband for Indigenous homes
Fibre

Feds backs CAD $13M in NWT broadband for Indigenous homes

Access to healthcare, education and emergencies should improve for up to 869 Indigenous households as Ottawa funds a northern broadband rollout.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Wed, 20th May 2026
GoMo launches fibre broadband in Ireland at EUR €29.99
Unified Communications

GoMo launches fibre broadband in Ireland at EUR €29.99

Existing mobile customers in Ireland can now add fibre broadband for EUR €29.99 a month, with no long contract or mid-term price rises.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 8th May 2026
Japan urged to speed 5G rollout & boost digital trust
Unified Communications

Japan urged to speed 5G rollout & boost digital trust

Stronger safeguards and faster rollout could help Japan turn advanced connectivity into wider economic gains as scams and exclusion persist.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2026
Esri Ireland to host Dublin GIS infrastructure conference
Unified Communications

Esri Ireland to host Dublin GIS infrastructure conference

Up to 500 attendees will hear how geospatial data is being used to plan upgrades to Ireland’s energy, transport, broadband and water networks.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Apr 2026
Sticklers to unveil PRO360° cleaner at ANGA COM 2026
Unified Communications

Sticklers to unveil PRO360° cleaner at ANGA COM 2026

The touchless cleaner is aimed at reducing contamination risks in high-volume fibre networks, where poor end-face cleanliness can disrupt service.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2026
Bentswood Hub gets free full-fibre broadband from nexfibre
Unified Communications

Bentswood Hub gets free full-fibre broadband from nexfibre

The free two-year service will give young people at Bentswood Hub faster access to homework help, digital skills and online support.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026