Today’s telecom news includes announcements on Starlink, GETESA, Huawei, Flexential, among others.
Taiwan Telecom Bill Could Clear Path for Starlink Entry
Taiwan has moved closer to allowing SpaceX’s Starlink to enter its telecommunications market after a legislative committee approved amendments to the Telecommunications Management Act. The proposed changes would ease ownership restrictions for satellite communication providers, potentially enabling foreign low Earth orbit satellite operators to offer services in Taiwan. The reforms are aimed at strengthening the country’s communications resilience, particularly during emergencies or disruptions to undersea cables. The bill still requires approval by the full legislature, but if passed, it could significantly expand Taiwan’s satellite connectivity options while increasing competition in the telecommunications sector and enhancing national digital infrastructure resilience.
GETESA and Huawei Launch Major Telecom Network Upgrade in Equatorial Guinea
Equatorial Guinea’s state-owned operator GETESA has partnered with Huawei to modernize the country’s telecommunications infrastructure through a comprehensive six-month network upgrade program. The initiative will optimize existing network infrastructure and significantly improve the quality of voice and data services for citizens, businesses, and public institutions. The strategic partnership marks a new phase in GETESA’s modernization efforts, with Huawei providing technical expertise to strengthen network performance and expand digital connectivity nationwide. The project is expected to enhance service reliability, support the country’s digital transformation agenda, and create a stronger telecommunications foundation for future economic growth and improved access to digital services.
Flexential Upgrades Network to 400 Gbps, Enabling 100 Gbps AI and Cloud Connectivity
Flexential has upgraded its private network backbone to 400 Gbps across several major U.S. metro markets, enabling customers to access 100 Gbps connectivity services for AI, cloud, and high-throughput workloads. The infrastructure enhancement expands network capacity, improves scalability, and supports data-intensive applications requiring low latency and high bandwidth. The company said the deployment strengthens connectivity across its data center platform while helping enterprises meet growing AI infrastructure demands. The new network is designed to accelerate digital transformation, improve performance, and deliver greater flexibility for organizations deploying next-generation applications across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Huawei Unveils Pura 90s Series and New Smart Devices at Global Launch
Huawei has introduced the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series, HUAWEI FreeClip 2 S, and HUAWEI MatePad Air during its Flagship Product Global Launch Event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, held on July 14, 2026. The launch highlights Huawei’s “Now is Your Moment” strategy, focusing on all-scenario innovation that seamlessly connects smartphones, tablets, and wearables. Led by upgraded imaging technologies in the Pura 90s Series, the new devices aim to enhance creativity, productivity, and everyday digital experiences. Huawei said the ecosystem enables users to capture, create, and interact more efficiently across multiple connected devices.
SHAFANA FAZAL