Tag: telecommunications
Foreign Traffic in Russian Networks Increases by Up to 20% Amid Rising Use of Circumvention Tools
Foreign traffic in Russian internet networks grew 15–20% in 2025, driven by VPN use and demand for Western AI services despite access restrictions.
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Russian Regulator Revokes Licenses of Nearly 2,000 Telecom Operators
Roskomnadzor has withdrawn licenses from almost 2,000 telecommunications providers for failing to meet regulatory requirements.
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Russia Sets Technology Fee on Electronics, Impacting Smartphone and Laptop Prices
Russia introduces a technology fee on imported and domestic electronics, affecting smartphones, laptops, and even landline phones.
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SpaceX Challenges Blue Origin’s TeraWave Satellite Antennas Over Potential Starlink Interference
SpaceX has raised concerns with the FCC about potential radio interference from Blue Origin’s TeraWave satellite antennas affecting Starlink users.
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Starlink User Base More Than Doubles Amid Rapid Global Expansion
Starlink sees a significant surge in user numbers and app downloads worldwide, highlighting strong momentum ahead of its planned public offering.
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Sceye Successfully Tests Stratospheric Airship as Cellular Base Station Over 72 Hours
Sceye’s SE2 airship operated as a cellular base station for three days from over 15,000 meters, marking a milestone for stratospheric connectivity.
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Amazon Acquires Satellite Operator Globalstar for $11.57 Billion, Partners with Apple
Amazon has purchased satellite communications provider Globalstar for $11.57 billion and formed a partnership with Apple.
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South Korea Introduces Free Basic Mobile Internet After Data Caps
South Korea launches free basic mobile internet at reduced speeds for millions of subscribers after their data limits are reached.
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Russian Regulators Fine 15 ISPs for Improper Traffic Filtering, Totaling 4 Million Rubles
Fifteen Russian internet providers face fines totaling 4 million rubles for violating rules on traffic filtering equipment implementation.
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FCC Proposes Complete Ban on Imports from Huawei and Other Chinese Tech Firms
The US FCC is considering a total ban on imports of equipment from Huawei and several Chinese manufacturers.
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MTS and Life Activate Nationwide 5G Networks in Belarus
MTS and Life have rolled out full-scale 5G networks across major Belarusian cities, marking a significant step for mobile connectivity in the country.
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Yadro Commits Over 135 Billion Rubles to Boost Telecom Equipment Production for 5G
Yadro plans to invest more than 135 billion rubles in expanding telecom equipment production to support 5G development by 2031.
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