Today’s telecom news includes announcements on NEC, T-Mobile, Starlink, Liberty Caribbean, among others.
NEC to Acquire CSG Systems for $2.9 bn to Strengthen Global Software and Telecom Capabilities
Japanese technology giant NEC Corporation will acquire U.S.-based telecom and broadband software provider CSG Systems International for $2.89 billion (JPY 438.5 billion) in an all-cash transaction. The acquisition, expected to close in 2026, will be financed through a mix of cash on hand and external debt, according to NEC. CSG will become part of NEC’s growing global software ecosystem, alongside its U.S. subsidiary Netcracker Technology.
NEC said the acquisition will expand its software-as-a-service (SaaS) portfolio and enhance its global footprint by integrating CSG’s strong customer base and proven SaaS product suite. The deal aims to accelerate NEC’s capabilities in AI, cloud, and digital transformation solutions across key verticals including telecommunications, media, financial services, healthcare, retail, and logistics.
By combining CSG’s strengths in customer engagement, billing, and revenue management with Netcracker’s expertise in Business Support Systems (BSS) and Operational Support Systems (OSS), NEC plans to deliver a more comprehensive and competitive offering for global communication service providers and enterprise customers.
T-Mobile Powers Siemens Energy with 5G and Satellite Connectivity for Always-On Field Operations
T-Mobile’s new “SuperMobile” solution will keep Siemens Energy’s U.S. field teams connected across factories and remote service sites. The company supports over 1,000 technicians who maintain more than 1,500 turbines and generators, so dependable communication is critical. SuperMobile introduces advanced 5G network slicing for low-latency, prioritised data, enterprise-grade security with encryption and threat protection, and satellite-to-cell coverage through T-Satellite, ensuring connectivity even in off-grid locations.
Starlink & Liberty Caribbean Bring Lifesaving Satellite Connectivity to Hurricane-Hit Jamaica
Liberty Caribbean has partnered with Starlink Direct to Cell to provide emergency mobile connectivity in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa damaged parts of the country’s communications network. The initiative uses satellite-based direct-to-cell technology so customers can continue sending text messages even when towers and fiber lines are down.
Shafana Fazal
