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African digital infrastructure and fiber expansion

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Latest: Gabon expands national fiber optic backbone

African nations are significantly expanding their digital infrastructure and fiber optic connectivity. In West Africa, Nigeria has seen a 155% increase in fixed broadband median download speeds since 2023, supported by a

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European telecommunications network performance rankings

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Latest: Telekom and A1 secure top rankings in European network performance tests

In the first half of 2026, several European telecommunications providers received high marks for network performance. Magenta Telekom won eight Ookla Speedtest Awards in Austria, specifically for providing the country’s

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Growth and security challenges of eSIM technology

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Latest: eSIM technology drives shift toward digital mobile connectivity

eSIM technology is transitioning from a niche feature to a widespread connectivity standard. This digital profile technology allows users to activate mobile plans via apps or QR codes, eliminating the need for physical S

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Colombia earthquake infrastructure recovery

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Latest: Celsia restores electricity service following earthquake in Colombia

Following an earthquake on August 10 in western Colombia, regional infrastructure has undergone a period of recovery and stabilization. By late August, critical transportation and telecommunications systems were returni

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Vietnam internet speed global ranking increase

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Latest: Vietnam internet speeds enter global top 10 for mobile and fixed broadband

Vietnam has achieved a milestone in digital infrastructure by entering the global top 10 for both mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds. According to the Speedtest Global Index, mobile download speeds reached a me

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Movistar Venezuela network performance and pricing

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Latest: Movistar updates mobile plan prices in Venezuela

Movistar Venezuela was recognized by Ookla as the country’s best mobile network for the first half of 2026. The company achieved a Speedtest Connectivity Score of 58.88, a result CEO Antonio Valente Izzi attributed to an

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Global Wi-Fi 7 technology adoption trends

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Latest: Wi-Fi 7 adoption in Europe faces regulatory hurdles

Global adoption of the Wi-Fi 7 wireless standard shows significant regional variation. In the United States, adoption has accelerated, with market share rising from 1.8% in Q1 2025 to 7.2% in Q1 2026. This growth is larg

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