Broadband Expansion: Indiana is set to deliver high-speed internet to about 123,000 rural homes and businesses via the federally funded BEAD program, targeting 91 of 92 counties to close long-standing connectivity gaps. Network & Pricing Pressure: M-Telekom reported slightly lower revenues but higher operating profit and EBITDA, while applying tariff increases from July to offset inflation as gigabit connection points rise. Regulatory Gridlock: Pakistan’s telecom competition rules remain stuck as a Ministry-CCP authority dispute delays finalization, leaving the sector without clear competition guidance. Cyber & Data Law: Pakistan’s Lahore High Court ruled bank customer data can be treated as “property” under PECA, shaping how SIM-swap and mobile banking fraud cases may be prosecuted. Rural Connectivity & Service Quality: Ghana’s Akwamuhene urged telcos to improve mast coverage in Agona Kwaman to enable reliable calls to health and emergency services. Quantum Security Push: Canada launched a Quantum Defence Innovation Secure Hub in Calgary to speed quantum-secure communications for defence and critical infrastructure. Digital Education & Skills: NTRC’s MyApp robotics/coding program in Mesopotamia awarded top students and supports a pipeline of youth digital literacy. Satellite Market Shift: Satellite operators are redirecting capacity toward mobile direct-to-device and enterprise markets as fixed residential video demand saturates. Mobile Fraud & Access: A Cuba case highlights how blocked phones can leave buyers unable to file complaints due to system access problems.