Canada Telecom Oversight: CCTS published new compliance report cards after auditing 37 telecom and TV providers, finding half of provider websites failed to return CCTS-related complaint info via their search tools—an issue that can block customers from free, impartial dispute handling. Gulf Connectivity Under Strain: Iran’s IRGC claimed it hit the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain with drones after US strikes on Iran, with reports also citing damage to a telecommunications mast in Sirik—highlighting how conflict can directly disrupt comms infrastructure. India Satellite Access Blocked: India reportedly froze Starlink’s final commercial clearances over security concerns tied to alleged terminal use during the Iran conflict; Starlink says it’s still in active talks. AI Data Center Push: Reliance and Meta agreed on a dedicated 168MW AI data centre in Jamnagar, while Team Telecom Armenia will supply up to 1Tbps backbone connectivity for the Firebird AI megaproject. Quantum-Safe Networking: Colt and Ciena completed a quantum-safe transatlantic trial protecting live data over 6,900km at 800GbE. Broadband M&A: Telenor agreed to acquire fibre operator Enivest in Western Norway for NOK 2.5bn, adding 28,000 customers. Consumer Telecom Controls: Pakistan’s PTA rolled out USSD codes so users can view and deactivate value-added services tied to recurring charges. Cyber Risk Prioritization: CISA said a new binding directive will force agencies to prioritize cyber risks by impact, not just the number of known vulnerabilities.