Today’s telecom news includes announcements on Comviva, Aduna, Ooma, Telefonica, Kyivstar, Starlink, among others.
Comviva–Aduna Alliance Turbocharges Global Network Intelligence Adoption
Comviva and Aduna have partnered to accelerate global enterprise adoption of network intelligence through NGAGE.ai, a scalable SaaS platform offering programmable communications and Network APIs. The collaboration merges Comviva’s enterprise onboarding strength with Aduna’s global operator-API ecosystem, enabling secure, real-time services such as SIM-swap checks, identity verification, fraud prevention, and KYC automation. This innovation helps enterprises cut infrastructure costs, access transparent API dashboards, and launch digital services faster.
Ooma Strengthens SMB Communications with Strategic Phone.com Acquisition
Ooma is set to acquire Phone.com for about US$23.2 million in cash, subject to standard working-capital adjustments. Phone.com brings in US$22–23 million in revenue and an adjusted EBITDA of US$1.0–1.5 million, adding nearly 87,000 business users to Ooma’s portfolio. The move boosts Ooma’s position in the SMB communications market by integrating Phone.com’s established cloud-UCaaS platform and strong online/direct-sales channels. The acquisition aligns with Ooma’s growth strategy, enhancing product breadth, improving customer reach, and creating room for operational synergies—while immediately strengthening financial performance once the deal closes in Q4 fiscal 2026.
Telefonica Set for Major Workforce Shake-Up in Spain
Telefonica plans to cut more than 5,000 jobs in Spain as part of a major cost-reduction strategy, affecting around one-fifth of its domestic workforce. The proposed cuts span key divisions including Telefonica de Espana, Telefonica Moviles, Telefonica Soluciones and its TV arm Movistar+. Unions say the company will begin negotiations focused on voluntary exits and early-retirement options. The move aligns with industry-wide shifts toward automation and next-generation networks, as operators streamline operations and phase out legacy copper infrastructure.
Satellite-Powered Connectivity Breakthrough Reaches Ukraine First Kyivstar has become the first European operator to activate Starlink’s direct-to-cell satellite service, enabling standard 4G smartphones to send and receive SMS via satellites when ground networks fail. The launch marks a major connectivity innovation designed to keep Ukrainians online during war-related outages and in remote regions. Backed by Starlink’s investment in advanced space-based communication, the partnership focuses on network resilience and seamless customer experience. With voice and data features planned for 2026, the service enhances reliability, supports emergency communications, and extends coverage beyond traditional mobile limits—delivering clear benefits for both everyday users and critical operations.
Shafana Fazal
