Global telecom merger and acquisition (M&A) activity remained under pressure in the first quarter of 2026, with deal value declining 18% year-on-year as operators continued to prioritize asset sales, portfolio optimization, and infrastructure-focused investments over large-scale acquisitions. According to Bain & Company’s latest analysis of global telecom M&A trends, total … Read More
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is turning into a live telecom infrastructure test, not just a global football tournament with 48 teams, 104 matches and host cities spread across the US, Canada and Mexico, mobile operators are preparing for traffic patterns that go far beyond normal stadium usage. The biggest … Read More
Apple users are already discussing the next big iPhone even though the iPhone 17 series is still fresh in the market. Early leaks and analyst reports surrounding the iPhone 18 Pro Max suggest Apple could continue focusing on AI features, camera improvements, battery efficiency, and performance upgrades with its future … Read More
Itel has announced that users of its 4G feature phones are now eligible for Reliance Jio’s Rs 123 monthly recharge plan, expanding access to affordable mobile connectivity options for consumers across India. The move extends the plan beyond Jio-branded feature phones to Itel’s entire 4G feature phone portfolio, according to … Read More
Vodafone Idea’s latest campaign around equal network experience is drawing attention because the messaging feels very different from how the operator once positioned its premium REDX plans the company recently spoke about fairness, inclusivity, and equal treatment for all telecom users. However, many users still remember that Vodafone Idea had … Read More
The British government will oppose any attempt by India’s Sunil Bharti Mittal to increase Bharti Enterprises’ stake in telecom major BT Group, citing the need to retain sovereign control over critical national infrastructure, the Financial Times reported on Thursday, quoting sources familiar with the matter. UK Government Draws Red Lines … Read More
The telecom industry’s push toward satellite connectivity is slowly moving beyond smartphones and emergency messaging. Now, the focus is shifting toward Internet of Things (IoT) devices that operate far away from traditional mobile networks in a new partnership announced this week, Telenor IoT and Sateliot said they are working together … Read More
The Indian Premiere League (IPL) 2026 is now in its last stages. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has reached the finals, something it managed to do 10 years back in 2016, and then last year, in 2025. However, the focus of the fans will not be in the finals right now. … Read More
Dish TV India, one of the largest Direct-to-Home (DTH) service providers has reported a net loss of Rs 807 crore in FY26. This figure has widened from the net loss of Rs 488 crore in FY25. The subscription revenue for the DTH operator fell sharply as more people shifted towards … Read More
Reliance Jio may continue to command massive national scale, but TRAI’s April 2026 wireless subscriber data shows that Bharti Airtel had the stronger momentum in two of India’s most important metro circles: Delhi and Mumbai. In both markets, Airtel not only held a larger subscriber base than Jio but also … Read More
Lava has launched a new smartphone in India namely Lava Shark 2 5G. The company has launched it under Rs 15,000, meaning it will compete with the budget offerings from brands such as Redmi, POCO, Realme, and Motorola. The Lava Shark 2 5G is available in a single memory variant … Read More
The United Kingdom (UK) government may block Sunil Bharti Mittal from increasing his stake in British Telecom (BT). A few days back, reports crept up saying Mittal is looking to eye additional stake in BT. The current holding of the Bharti Group in BT is 24.5%. The company is looking … Read More
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