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January 13, 2026

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Eutelsat procures a further 340 OneWeb low earth orbit satellites from Airbus

Eutelsat has awarded Airbus Defence and Space a contract to build a further 340 OneWeb low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. Together with the previous batch of 100 satellites procured in December 2024, the total number of satellites ordered is up to 440...

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stc Bahrain partners with University of Bahrain to launch revamped “stc Hall” at College of Arts

In line with its commitment to empowering youth, advancing education, and supporting the local community, stc Bahrain, a digital enabler, has partnered with the University of Bahrain (UOB) to unveil a newly renovated lecture...

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Cisco highlights measures to secure AI agents and the AI supply chain in the Middle East

As the conversation around artificial intelligence shifts toward AI agents capable of autonomous action, Cisco is highlighting the importance of securing both AI agents and the broader AI supply chain across enterprise...

Policy and Regulation

•	NVSSoft’s Tarasol receives accreditation by Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Authority as government correspondence platform The accreditation reinforces Saudi Arabia’s digital government framework by validating enterprise-grade platforms that meet national interoperability, compliance, and performance standards...

•	Sama X wins licence to launch SpaceX broadband connectivity in Bahrain Sama X will be bringing to Bahrain the expertise and resources to tackle complex connectivity challenges and translate them into seamless solutions tailored for the region...

South Asia

•	Pakistan’s mobile networks get upgraded as fiberization jumps Pakistan’s mobile network infrastructure is steadily strengthening as fiberization across cell sites continues to rise...

•	Doc990 extends its reach to the Northern Province This initiative enables patients to experience a more seamless, efficient, and transparent healthcare journey from booking the doctor appointment to consultation...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	RTL+ adds ZDF podcasts to streaming catalogue ZDF has expanded the distribution of its podcasts through a new cooperation with RTL+, bringing a range of the German public broadcaster’s audio content to the streaming platform...

•	T-Mobile, Samsung launch in-store hologram test to showcase Galaxy devices As part of this collaboration, Samsung’s newest Galaxy devices will be featured using innovative 3D technology — giving shoppers an enhanced way to learn about devices and key features close to the point of...

Global Telecom Update

•	Kakao Healthcare and PAFGYM form partnership to integrate AI health management with fitness services Kakao Healthcare announced a strategic partnership with premium fitness provider PAFGYM aimed at developing integrated health management solutions combining artificial intelligence-based medical technology with personalized...

•	Telkom Indonesia says telecoms services restored to flood-devastated Sumatra Telkom Indonesia said that it has completed restoration of network and telecoms services in the Sumatra region that was devastated by floods and landslides last month...

•	Authentic Brands Group leverages Google Gemini and cloud to power AI-driven brand growth Authentic Brands Group, a global sports, media, entertainment and lifestyle platform, adopts Google's Gemini and Google Cloud infrastructure to power Authentic Intelligence...

Middle East

•	NEOM selects five Saudi studios for latest Level Up gaming accelerator NEOM has selected five Saudi game studios to receive funding under its flagship Level Up accelerator, marking the programme’s largest cycle to date...

•	Qatar Airways completes nationwide Starlink rollout across its widebody fleet The airline now offers free high-speed internet across much of its fleet, with speeds reaching up to 500 Mbps, surpassing the performance of many terrestrial broadband connections...

•	Thawani Partners with Monak to Boost Digital Services in Oman The MoU reflects growing momentum behind Oman’s digital agenda, as institutions seek cohesive frameworks that connect service delivery with trusted financial rails...

•	DE-CIX on driving connectivity to Iraq’s growing internet market With a large population, a strategic geographic position between Asia and Europe, and growing demand for digital services have long suggested Iraq could play a far greater role in the regional connectivity ecosystem, just...

North Africa

•	Egypt signs MoUs with 30 ICT companies to advance Digilians initiative Egypt’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), in collaboration with the Egyptian Military Academy, has signed Memoranda of Understanding with 30 local and international ICT companies to...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	Safaricom Ethiopia enhances connectivity with 4G network expansion The move aims to provide residents and businesses in these cities with faster, more reliable mobile connectivity and an enhanced digital experience...

•	Kyivstar launches 5G pilot, expands digital infrastructure VEON, a global digital operator, announced that Kyivstar, Ukraine's leading digital operator and a VEON Group company, has launched a 5G test zone in the historical center of the city of Lviv in Ukraine...

Satellite & Internet

•	One NZ expands satellite texting as wild weather hits New Zealand Following the wild weather that is currently hitting Aotearoa and set to continue over the New Year’s holiday period, the One NZ Satellite texting service has been opened to more customers across the North Island, down...

•	Charter expands broadband access in rural North Carolina Charter Communications has launched Spectrum broadband service to 20,110 homes and businesses in rural North Carolina as part of its multi-state rural expansion efforts...

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