Today’s telecom news includes announcements on Power International (PIH), Tele2, Taiwan Mobile, MWC, Nokia, Amazon Web Services (AWS), du, Orange, among others.
Qatar Eyes Major Expansion in Kazakhstan’s Telecom Sector
President Kassym‑Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan met with senior leaders of Qatar’s Power International Holding (PIH) to discuss boosting investment cooperation, particularly in energy and telecommunications. PIH plans to grow its footprint in Kazakhstan’s telecom sector through its acquisition of Mobile Telecom Service (Tele2), aiming to modernize network infrastructure, enhance service quality, and increase accessibility for users. Tokayev also highlighted the importance of large‑scale gas projects for energy security. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to expanding collaboration on promising joint investment projects.
Taiwan Mobile and Nokia Forge AI‑Driven 5G Partnership at MWC 2026
Taiwan Mobile is preparing to attend Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2026 with a leadership delegation led by its president, Jamie Lin. At the event, the company will sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Nokia to strengthen collaboration on AI‑driven network operations, aiming to improve efficiency, performance, and user experience across its 5G networks. The partnership will also focus on joint initiatives in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts, reflecting growing attention to sustainability in telecom operations. This strategic move underscores Taiwan Mobile’s commitment to adopting cutting-edge technologies and deepening ties with a global telecom equipment supplier, positioning the company for future innovations in next-generation mobile services.
Revolutionizing 5G: Nokia & AWS Debut AI‑Powered Network Slicing with du and Orange
Nokia, in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS), has unveiled the industry’s first agentic AI‑powered 5G‑Advanced network slicing solution, with du and Orange among the first operators testing it live. The technology uses AI agents to analyse real‑world data such as traffic, events, and environmental conditions to dynamically adjust network resources, delivering intent‑based, adaptive connectivity that meets service‑level agreements without manual tuning. This approach aims to support premium services in use cases like enterprise deployments, mass events, emergency response, and high‑traffic scenarios, while unlocking new monetisation opportunities for operators.
SHAFANA FAZAL
