Ofcom proposes new licensing framework for satellite direct-to-device services 

Regulator outlines three potential authorisation routes as Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile lead UK charge in satellite-to-smartphone connectivity Ofcom has launched a consultation on proposals to authorise the use of mobile spectrum bands for satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) services — a move that could transform mobile connectivity in rural and remote areas of the UK. Says Ofcom:

Vodafone’s VOXI Mobile youth-focused network reaches a million subscribers

Vodafone’s Gen Z focussed MVNO VOXI Mobile has reached a million subscribers.. Launched in 2017 as a sub-brand of Vodafone, VOXI was designed to appeal specifically to younger users with a flexible, contract-free model and unlimited access to Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, Snapchat and YouTube — without eating into data allowances. “Reaching one million customers is

Three UK boosts scam protection with Bitdefender partnership

Three UK has launched a £1 a month subscription-based service, called ‘Three Device Security’ offering enhanced protection against scams, fraud, malware and phishing attacks across both Android and iOS devices. The technology is from cyber security company Bitdefender and the launch comes as Three UK reveals it blocked nearly seven million scam messages** in the

Giacom to sell Grade A used devices to channel partners with iGo Life partnership

Unified communications provider Giacom is entering the secondary market in collaboration with iGo Life which supplies as-new smartphones to businesses., Through iGo Life, Giacom will offer its partners a premium range of Grade A refurbished smartphones available from the Giacom Cloud Marketplace. This platform connects suppliers and resellers, enabling them to purchase, process, and transact

Householders are missing out on big bucks by discarding devices

People could be missing out on an average of £638 by failing to recycle old electronic devices, according to new research from Virgin Media O2. The findings, released ahead of Global Recycling Day on 18 March, estimage 92 million electronic devices— including smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and gaming consoles—have been thrown out wtih household waste over

Arrests made in £11.7 million mobile phone European VAT fraud

Five people have been arrested in connection with the European Public Prosecutor’s Office investigation into an £11.7 million VAT fraud involving the trade of second-hand mobile phones. The arrested individuals have been charged with tax fraud. If convicted, they face five to 10 years in prison. Authorities seized assets worth £2  million, including houses, cars,

Rod Millar leaves Likewize to hand over to new CEO Ryan O’Hara

Likewize has named seasoned US executive Ryan O’Hara as its new CEO, taking over immediately from ex-Caudwell Group luminary Rod Millar, who has led the company since 2019. O’Hara has extensive leadership experience across technology, media, and consumer services, having held senior positions at News Corp, Madison Square Garden, and media and technology company Gemstar-TV