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July 30, 2026

Featured Member News

Cohesity and ZainTECH enter MSP partnership to deliver AI-Powered Cyber Resilience across the Middle East

Cohesity, the leader in AI-powered data security, has extended its Aspire Managed Service Provider (MSP) ecosystem across the Middle East through an agreement with ZainTECH, the digital solutions arm of Zain Group and a recognized leader in AI professional services across the MENA region...

Member News

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stc Group delivers strong financial performance in the first half of the year, with revenue reaching a record 40.1 billion

stc Group reported solid financial and operational growth for the first half of 2026, driven by expanding subscriber numbers, continued investment in digital infrastructure and growing momentum across its cloud, fintech and...

Recent Developments

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AT&T Closes Acquisition of Spectrum Licenses from EchoStar

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stc Group Brings Grassroots and Last-Chance Competition Together on the stc Contenders Stage at EWC 2026

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Eutelsat welcomes FCC’s order establishing the framework for the upper C-band transition in the United States

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AT&T Business recognized by Frost & Sullivan as a Visionary Leader in Enterprise Connectivity

Policy and Regulation

•	CST publishes the awareness guide for AI adoption in technology companies The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) has published the Awareness Guide for AI Adoption in Technology Companies in Saudi Arabia, aimed at supporting the effective and responsible adoption of AI, promoting...

•	Qatar's Ministry of Commerce and Industry launches digital Regulatory Record Report service Qatar's Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) has launched a new digital Regulatory Record Report service, enabling businesses to access regulatory records electronically as part of the country's ongoing efforts...

Middle East

•	Robo.AI and Abu Dhabi partners launch AI industrial group to accelerate advanced manufacturing Robo.AI has partnered with an Abu Dhabi-based industrial group to establish a new artificial intelligence-focused industrial venture, aimed at accelerating the adoption of AI across manufacturing, automation and industrial...

•	Vodafone Qatar reports 22% increase in net profit to $110.16mln for H1 Vodafone Qatar has announced its consolidated financial results for the six months ended 30 June 2026, delivering a strong first half and continued growth across its key financial and operational metrics...

•	Zain Bahrain and Ericsson launch region's first AI applications on a live 5G network Zain Bahrain and Ericsson have become the first operators in the Middle East to deploy artificial intelligence applications on a live commercial 5G network, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of intelligent...

•	du unveils SME playbook with Huawei to simplify digital transformation for UAE businesses The playbook is based on one of the UAE's most comprehensive SME digital transformation studies, based on face-to-face interviews with 648 SMEs conducted between January and March 2026, spanning all seven emirates and...

South Asia

•	Bangladesh targets global tech hub status through semiconductor industry push The initiative reflects Bangladesh’s broader efforts to diversify its digital economy beyond traditional industries and establish itself as a regional center for high-value technology innovation...

•	HEC’s degree verification to go digital Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enable integration of HEC’s degree verification system with PSEB’s upcoming national...

3G, 4G, 5G/5G-A, Cloud, AI, Energy

•	Vodafone expands 4G and 5G coverage across Swansea University Vodafone has upgraded its 4G and 5G network coverage across Swansea University, enhancing mobile connectivity for students, researchers and staff while supporting the growing demand for digital learning, research and...

•	Operators have spent 208% more on 5G SA than 4G, comparatively A report from analyst Dell’Oro says operators have invested 208% more into 5G Standalone (5G SA) than 4G Core at the same stage of the tech cycle...

•	Orange and Morrison plan $3 billion AI-focused data center joint venture in France Orange has partnered with investment firm Morrison to establish a joint venture that will invest approximately $3 billion in developing next-generation data centers across France, supporting the country's growing demand...

Global Telecom Update

•	Private network aims to transform smart energy in Brazil A private network deal involving Brazilian operator TIM, described as marking a new level in the digitisation and modernisation of energy distribution in Brazil, has just been announced...

•	Intrado, Webex integrate E911 routing service for enterprise FCC compliance support As enterprises continue migrating to cloud calling platforms, emergency call handling has become increasingly complex, particularly for multi-site, hybrid, and remote workforces since employees are placing emergency calls...

North Africa

•	Egypt launches digital public shop licensing service on Digital Egypt platform Egypt has launched a digital public shop licensing service through its Digital Egypt platform, enabling business owners to apply for, manage and renew shop licenses online as part of the country's ongoing digital...

Satellite & Hybrid Networks

•	Starlink to connect 6,000 rural schools across Argentina Starlink has partnered with the Argentine government to provide satellite internet connectivity to 6,000 rural schools, expanding broadband access to underserved communities and strengthening digital inclusion across the...

•	PROMTEL, Viasat Partner to Expand Connectivity Across Mexico The agreement aims to accelerate broadband deployment in underserved communities while supporting smaller telecommunications operators with infrastructure, technical expertise, and digital inclusion initiatives.,,

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	HBO Max adds AI-powered discovery features with Shorts and conversational search Warner Bros. Discovery is introducing new AI-powered content discovery tools to HBO Max, including a vertical video feed and a conversational search experience designed to help subscribers find programmes more easily...

•	Joyn expands Warner Bros. Discovery partnership with new on-demand channels German streaming platform Joyn has expanded its partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery by introducing new on-demand channels, broadening its content portfolio and strengthening its position in the increasingly competitive...

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