Satellite Connectivity Expansion: The UAE’s TDRA has granted Starlink a 10-year General Space Services Licence for public satellite broadband, covering homes, businesses, government, plus maritime and aviation links—aimed at boosting resilience and continuity when terrestrial networks struggle. Regulation & Consumer Rights: Indonesia’s telecom regulator moves to stop operators from forfeiting unused mobile data after a court ruling, requiring options like rollover, extensions, transfers, refunds or compensation. Network Resilience for Critical Services: St. Petersburg approved a $2.72m, 20-year fiber deal to connect water facilities and protect SCADA communications from cyber and physical disruption. Data Security: Canada’s Eastlink warned customers of a potential breach involving possible exposure of names, contact details, account numbers and PINs. Telecom Access Gap: In Ghana, residents in Nwawasua say reliable internet means climbing trees or leaving the community, highlighting persistent connectivity inequality. Disaster Impact on Connectivity: Nepal’s floods are still disrupting communications and services, with UNICEF warning that 17,000 children need urgent support as schools and health facilities were damaged. Boardroom Update: MTN Nigeria said independent director Eyitope Kola-Oyeneyin will exit the board effective 31 August. Major Capital Markets: India’s Jio Platforms cleared the next step for its IPO after SEBI approval, with investors watching spectrum and other listed risks. Space Tech Market Watch: A report projects tethered drones—powered via cable for persistent coverage—could reach about $293m by 2035.