Telecom Security Crackdown: India’s DoT warns against tampering with mobile IMEI numbers, saying offenders can face up to three years in jail and Rs 50 lakh fines under the Telecommunications Act 2023. Fraud Hotspots in Mobile Ecosystems: Ghana’s TrustGH reports 6,000+ scam-linked numbers, with about half tied to TikTok and many schemes driven by social engineering via messaging apps and fake online listings. SIM Policy Standardisation: Pakistan’s PTA orders telcos to adopt a uniform SIM restoration policy, aiming to cut delays and inconsistent paperwork for customers. Critical Comms Modernisation: Germany’s Saarland begins migrating its BOS digital radio network from TETRA to IP, starting with the first base station and rolling out nearly 60 conversions. Public Safety Network Upgrade: Synch releases version 6.11, adding real-time incident management tools, timeline replay, and structured incident summaries for dispatch and after-action review. Satellite Connectivity Expansion: Starlink pushes further in Africa via direct-to-phone service, letting compatible smartphones connect without a satellite dish. Regulatory/Infrastructure Moves: Oman updates telecom number portability rules, while Spain prepares €180m in AI funding for hundreds of projects, including healthcare.