Corruption in Kazakhstan’s Rotten Telecoms
The web of murky dealings surrounding state-owned operator Kazakhtelecom stretches from former President Nursultan Nazarbayev to Swedish telcos Telia and Tele2.
Ericsson Accused of Selling Equipment That Could Be Used by Russian Military
An argument has arisen about permission to export technology which has both civilian and military uses.
Ericsson Faces More Corruption Investigations
Swedish prosecutors have announced they are investigating Ericsson’s activities in Iraq, including suspected payments to Islamic State.
Teflon Dons of Telecoms 2: The Swedish Connection
The actions and inaction of two more senior Swedish telecoms execs are analyzed in the second part of this series on corruption.
Would You Implant a Phone-Readable COVID Passport Microchip in Your Hand?
This article is really about some dubious Swedish businessmen and why the world’s media gave them free advertising.
China’s Threats Cannot Save Huawei from New Cold War
Telcos that can legally purchase equipment from Huawei will still need to consider the strategic risks of using a supplier banned on security and privacy grounds by a growing number of countries.
Swedish Court Rejects Telia Blocking Injunction
The Swedish Patents and Market Court of Appeal decided a blocking injunction was disproportionate.
Court Orders Telia to Block The Pirate Bay
Telia will appeal an interim decision to block The Pirate Bay and other websites, saying “this is a matter of truly principal importance for us and for the Internet”.
How Much Should Pirates Be Punished?
The Swedish Supreme Court will hear an appeal to reduce the damages imposed on two internet pirates.
Tele2 Not Forced to Give IP Addresses in Swedish Piracy Case
The Swedish telco won its appeal because the requested IP addresses belonged to foreign subsidiaries.