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Optus CEO apologises after four people died during network outage
Network Infrastructure

Optus CEO apologises after four people died during network outage

A telecom outage in Australia caused four deaths after emergency calls failed, prompting urgent review of network protocols and oversight amid upgrades.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
imei & Telstra ink five-year deal for tech transformation
Unified Communications

imei & Telstra ink five-year deal for tech transformation

imei and Telstra have signed a five-year, multi-million dollar deal to deliver 5G and managed tech solutions for Australian enterprises and government.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2025
Optus to deliver faster NBN speeds & new plan perks from 2025
Gaming

Optus to deliver faster NBN speeds & new plan perks from 2025

From September 2025, Optus will provide faster NBN speeds at no extra cost to eligible customers, alongside simplified plans and new perks including modem offers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Microsoft disrupts RaccoonO365 phishing operation targeting 365 users
Malware

Microsoft disrupts RaccoonO365 phishing operation targeting 365 users

Microsoft has seized 338 websites linked to RaccoonO365, disrupting a phishing service that stole 5,000 Microsoft 365 credentials across 94 countries.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Access4 appoints Tim Branagan as Head of Channel to drive growth
Unified Communications

Access4 appoints Tim Branagan as Head of Channel to drive growth

Access4 has appointed Tim Branagan as Head of Channel to lead partner growth and strengthen its unified communications and customer experience strategies.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2025

Global Stories

Telcos stories

Wavelo unveils solution to unlock legacy telecom data for AI
Digital Transformation

Wavelo unveils solution to unlock legacy telecom data for AI

Wavelo unveils 'Free Your Data', a solution enabling telecoms to unlock legacy system data for real-time AI applications without costly overhauls.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025
8x8 & ULAP partner to boost global CX compliance & reach
Unified Communications

8x8 & ULAP partner to boost global CX compliance & reach

8x8 partners with ULAP Networks to tackle global CX compliance and connectivity challenges, expanding enterprise reach into 113 countries with reliable communication solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025
Alcatel-Lucent unveils Rainbow Hub platform for Australia launch
Unified Communications

Alcatel-Lucent unveils Rainbow Hub platform for Australia launch

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has launched its Rainbow Hub cloud platform in Australia, enhancing unified communications for businesses via local partnerships.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Sep 2025
Tata & Cisco team up to bring global eSIM IoT management to enterprises
Digital Transformation

Tata & Cisco team up to bring global eSIM IoT management to enterprises

Tata Communications and Cisco partner to launch a global eSIM IoT management solution, simplifying device control for enterprises across 200 countries.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Sep 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Telcos stories

CoopVoce partners with BICS for global voice services & security
Customer Experience

CoopVoce partners with BICS for global voice services & security

CoopVoce partners with BICS to manage and secure its international voice traffic, enhancing service quality and fraud protection for 2.3 million Italian customers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Internal chaos hinders cybersecurity response more than hackers
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Internal chaos hinders cybersecurity response more than hackers

A Cytactic report reveals internal chaos hinders cyber incident response more than hackers, with 70% of leaders citing misalignment as the biggest challenge.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025
CelcomDigi opens iPhone 17 pre-orders with rebates up to MYR RM1,200
Apple

CelcomDigi opens iPhone 17 pre-orders with rebates up to MYR RM1,200

CelcomDigi launches pre-orders for iPhone 17 series in Malaysia with rebates up to MYR RM1,200 and free PhoneCARE protection starting 12 September 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Andrea Genschaw named Chief Financial Officer at GTT
Firewalls

Andrea Genschaw named Chief Financial Officer at GTT

Andrea Genschaw has joined GTT as Chief Financial Officer, bringing over 20 years' experience in telecoms and technology finance leadership.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
BDO Canada named Major Player in IDC Canadian AI services report
Digital Transformation

BDO Canada named Major Player in IDC Canadian AI services report

BDO Canada has been named a Major Player in IDC's Canadian AI services 2025 report, highlighting its growing role in practical, scalable AI solutions nationwide.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
TELUS sells 49.9% stake in Terrion for CAD $1.26 billion
Unified Communications

TELUS sells 49.9% stake in Terrion for CAD $1.26 billion

TELUS has sold a 49.9% stake in wireless tower operator Terrion to La Caisse for CAD $1.26 billion, valuing the firm at over CAD $2.5 billion.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025
UK firms boost AI investment & upskilling despite challenges
Digital Transformation

UK firms boost AI investment & upskilling despite challenges

UK firms are boosting AI investment and upskilling plans, with 42% hiring for AI roles amid inflation and rising energy costs, says Barclays survey.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 11th Sep 2025
Exclusive: How Chorus' Express Connect is changing data centre connectivity in NZ
Hybrid Cloud

Exclusive: How Chorus' Express Connect is changing data centre connectivity in NZ

Chorus launches Express Connect, a carrier-neutral service offering near-instant, high-speed data centre connectivity with four-hour activation in New Zealand.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Thu, 11th Sep 2025