The Spanish state’s investment company progressed towards its goal of acquiring a ten percent ownership stake in Telefónica, following its recent acquisition of shares, which brought its ownership to six percent.

The UK government has denied a request from three mobile operators (Three, Vodafone, and Virgin Media O2) to extend the deadline for the first phase of the Shared Rural Network (SRN).

The European Union (EU) has set forth an ambitious vision to establish itself as the global leader in trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI). Alongside regulatory measures aimed at aligning technological advancements with European values, the EU is pledging billions of euros towards the development and implementation of AI over the next decade.

The European Parliament has approved regulations which aim to encourage consumers to repair products such as mobile phones rather than replacing them, mandating manufacturers to ensure the repair process is straightforward and economical.

Polish IT firm, Comarch, and Dutch telecom operator, KPN, are prolonging their collaboration through a five-year deal, concentrating on Software as a Service (SaaS) deliverables and fostering innovation.

At the end of 2023, the number of participants in Electronic Monitoring (EM) programs in Europe, North America, and Latin America was approximately 64,000; 518,000; and 130,000, respectively.

The European telecommunications sector has undergone a remarkable evolution, transitioning from state monopolies to competitive national markets. This transformation has been facilitated by a flexible regulatory regime, balancing deregulation with detailed implementation by national regulatory authorities. However, the rapid emergence of new mobile communication technologies, particularly 5G and the forthcoming 6G, presents significant challenges for regulators, necessitating adept management of technological transformations.

Ericsson, Nokia, Vodafone Group, IBM, and Intel have urged European Union (EU) officials to promptly address the region's position in the industrial internet age. They emphasized the necessity of crafting policies to leverage emerging technologies.

Netcracker Technology has revealed that Play—the operator that acquired UPC Poland and is part of the iliad Group, a major European telecommunications group—has broadened its collaboration with Netcracker.

The European Commission has recently issued recommendations, aiming to bolster the security and resilience of submarine data cables across the continent. While emphasizing the importance of private finance in expanding capacity, the commission suggests that governments could provide assistance where necessary.