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February 23, 2026

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Zain Group holds ‘AI in Action: Smarter Network Operations’ workshop to maintain technology market leadership

Zain Group recently held an innovative workshop at the company’s HQ in Kuwait under the theme, ‘AI in Action: Smarter Network Operations.’ Zain Group Chief Technology Officer, Mohammed Al Murshed and other ICT management from across operations, were present at the event, where Zain’s artificial intelligence (AI)-related plans and ambitions were showcased through presentations and live demonstrations. ..

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Sharon AI & Cisco launch Australia’s first Cisco Secure AI Factory with NVIDIA

By delivering robust national digital infrastructure and upholding data sovereignty, the Cisco Secure AI Factory helps power an AI-enabled economy, supporting the development, adoption, and responsible use of AI in alignment...

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Citymesh goes live with world’s first commercial mobile service on 5G Core SaaS, powered by Nokia and AWS

The world’s first commercial mobile service on 5G Core SaaS, powered by Nokia and Amazon Web Services (AWS), is now live with Belgium’s Citymesh, marking a new era in how telecommunications providers can choose...

Policy and Regulation

•	AI Skills Coalition: Growth exceeding high expectations One year after its launch, the AI Skills Coalition has nearly tripled in size, from 25 founding partners to over 70 organizations worldwide...

•	CST finalizes operational plan to enhance digital services for Ramadan 1447 AH The operational plan aligns with Saudi Arabia’s broader digital transformation agenda, ensuring that telecommunications infrastructure supports religious tourism and enhances the overall visitor experience...

South Asia

•	PTCL Flash Fiber wins Ookla Awards for Best Fixed Network and best ISP Gaming Experience in Pakistan The company aims to further extend its fibre footprint nationwide to meet rising demand for high-speed connectivity and enhanced digital experiences...

•	Robi earns record profit in 2025 on lower operating costs The modest top-line expansion was largely due to continued decline in voice revenue, as sustained high inflation and adverse economic conditions constrained subscriber spending...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	New 4G and 5G small cells installed in Chester city centre New 4G and 5G infrastructure has been installed in Chester city centre to improve mobile signal and broadband connectivity...

•	India targets 1 billion 5G subscribers by 2031: Minister India’s telecom sector is on track to reach 1 billion 5G subscribers by 2031, according to the country’s Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	Redge Technologies launches live-first OTT platform for Monaco Telecom Redge Technologies has deployed a next-generation OTT service for Monaco Telecom, built on its Redge Media platform and designed around a live-first viewing model with end-to-end operational responsibility...

•	Ethio telecom rolls out teleStream as national digital content platform Ethio telecom has officially rolled out teleStream, a cutting-edge internet-based streaming platform designed to transform Ethiopia’s digital and media landscape...

Global Telecom Update

•	Telin launches network API-based authentication for enterprises Telkom Indonesia’s intermational arm Telin announed that it is partnering with IPification to commercialize its Mobile Network Verification (MNV) solution, which leverages Telkom’s network APIs to authenticate...

•	Protectt.ai launches new version of its AI & behaviour-driven mobile app security platform Protectt.ai works with leading banking, financial services, insurance, and digital-first enterprises to secure high-risk mobile applications against fraud, tampering, and emerging cyber threats...

•	O2 and McAfee introduce AI-powered protection for devices and personal data O2 and McAfee have launched McAfee Protect Advanced, a bespoke security product for O2 customers available via Extras. Designed for modern families, the offering addresses key online safety concerns such as excessive screen...

Middle East

•	Saudi Arabia scales AI in national education The education reform aligns with Saudi Arabia’s broader strategy to strengthen its digital economy, enhance workforce readiness, and cultivate homegrown expertise in emerging technologies...

•	Digital education in Oman gets a big push with 5G and satellite tech The Ministry of Education has worked to ensure smooth access to education in all regions, including schools in remote geographical areas...

•	Emirates Health Services and Boston Health AI launch the UAE’s first AI physician assistant to transform patient care Through this initiative, EHS continues to reinforce its role as a regional leader in healthcare innovation and digital transformation across the UAE and the wider GCC region...

•	Dell, Ooredoo collaborate to advance AI services Dell Technologies and Ooredoo have announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to deliver and power modern AI services...

North Africa

•	Algerie Telecom launches special Ramadan offer to boost internet speeds and accelerate fiber adoption The initiative aligns with Algérie Télécom’s broader strategy to modernise national digital infrastructure, promote higher-speed connectivity, and expand fibre-to-the-home adoption across Algeria...

Satellite & Internet

•	SpaceX taps MTN to deliver government connectivity services As part of the agreement, MTN will introduce a government-adapted Rugged Mini Kit featuring a Starlink Mini antenna for off-grid and mobile defense use...

•	Harmonic powers izzi’s strategic fiber deployment with virtualized broadband solutions Harmonic announced that izzi, the largest MSO in Mexico and a subsidiary of the Televisa Group, has selected Harmonic’s industry-leading cOS™ virtualized broadband platform as one of the solutions for its...

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