Network Reliability Watch: Namibia’s regulator CRAN has ordered Telecom Namibia to fix repeated nationwide mobile and data outages, citing equipment failures, power issues, fibre breaks and copper theft, with a four-month deadline for short-term stability measures. Consumer Data Transparency: Nigeria’s MTN is under fire after its CEO said truly unlimited mobile data doesn’t exist, as subscribers complain about faster-than-expected depletion and demand clearer billing. Regulatory & Competition: Norway’s Competition Authority approved Telenor’s NOK 6bn acquisition of GlobalConnect’s residential fibre business, with remedies including divesting overlapping infrastructure and transferring resale customers. Direct-to-Device Satellite Push: OQ Technology plans a Germany trial of direct-to-smartphone satellite messaging and voice using Telefonica Germany spectrum, aiming to compete with U.S.-led direct-to-device services. AI Infrastructure Investment: NTT is setting up an “IOWN AI Fund” (70bn yen+) with SK Group and Chunghwa Telecom to back optical AI infrastructure and AI model development. Infrastructure Build-Out: Shimla laid the foundation for a Rs 246 crore underground utility duct project to reduce road cuts and improve urban aesthetics. Tech Security Concern: A report highlights Wi‑Fi sensing that can track movement through walls using ordinary routers, raising privacy alarm bells. Disaster Impact on Comms: A 7.8 quake off Mindanao triggered tsunami warnings and reported telecom disruptions in Sarangani, with aftershocks expected.