Today’s telecom news includes announcements on Chinese cyberattacks in Canada, T-Mobile Poland, Rogers network outage, MTS in Kazakhstan, among others.
FBI and Canada Warn of Chinese Cyberattacks Targeting Telecom Networks
The FBI and Canadian Centre for Cyber Security warned of cyber activity by a Chinese-linked group called “Salt Typhoon.” The group is targeting telecom networks in Canada. Attackers are collecting metadata such as call times, durations, and recipients. In some cases, they are accessing audio and text content. The group uses compromised small office and home office devices to hide activity. The campaign is ongoing, and its full scope is not known. The warning is part of a broader alert issued by Five Eyes countries, including the US, UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Authorities released technical guidance to help telecom providers detect and prevent unauthorized access. Recommendations include encryption, centralized logging, and network monitoring. Telecom operators are working with agencies to implement these measures. The goal is to block unauthorized access and limit exposure of sensitive information. The FBI and other agencies continue to monitor the situation and provide updates, Times of India reports.
T-Mobile Poland Simplifies Market with Single Mobile Plan
T-Mobile Poland launched a single mobile plan offering unlimited calls, texts, and data, including 5G access, for PLN 75/month. This move aims to simplify its offerings and reduce customer confusion. The company reported positive customer response and growth in its user base. This launch aligns with broader telecom industry changes, including widespread 5G C-band deployment to improve capacity and network performance. Operators are also reducing costs through infrastructure sharing and the shutdown of legacy 3G networks. In Poland, this includes partnerships to extend coverage and increase efficiency. Converged services combining mobile and fixed-line offers are expanding in the business and consumer segments. Network upgrades are also supported by new spectrum allocations and improved energy strategies, such as hybrid power solutions. T-Mobile Poland’s strategy reflects a shift toward streamlined services, infrastructure modernization, and service integration to meet changing market demands and support digital transformation.
Rogers Network Outage Hits Canada: Telecom Industry Pushes AI and Infrastructure Upgrades
Rogers Communications is experiencing a network outage across Canada affecting internet, mobile phone lines, and mobile internet services. Over 8,100 users reported problems such as SIM card errors and loss of mobile signal. Fido, a Rogers subsidiary, is also affected, with 58 percent of users reporting no mobile signal. The outage began around 11 a.m. EST on June 25, 2025, and is being tracked by Downdetector.ca.
In response to past outages, Rogers separated its wireless and wireline core networks and introduced AI-based predictive simulation for testing and monitoring. These steps are part of the telecom industry’s ongoing efforts to improve network reliability through technology and infrastructure upgrades. This incident highlights challenges in maintaining uninterrupted communication services and the ongoing need for innovation in the telecom sector, BNN Bloomberg reports.
MTS Expands into Kazakhstan with 5G and Cloud Tech Plans
Russian telecom operator MTS plans to enter the Kazakhstani market through its subsidiary, Irtea. Irtea develops software and manufactures LTE and 5G base stations. MTS aims to test its 5G equipment in Belarus in summer 2025. The company is also exploring markets such as Indonesia, Africa, and the UAE. MTS offers IT products including the Exolve cloud platform and the Link collaboration platform. These products are being tested in pilot projects in Belarus and Kazakhstan. If successful, MTS plans to invest at least 1 billion rubles (around $12.7 million) to expand operations in these markets. The company’s strategy involves developing 5G technology and cloud-based communication platforms. This move reflects ongoing efforts in the telecom industry to enter new regions and introduce new technology solutions.
TelecomLead.com News Desk