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July 22, 2026

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ZainTECH and Nile partner to deliver transformational Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) solutions for the AI-era

ZainTECH, the digital solutions arm of Zain Group, has entered into a ground-breaking partnership with Nile - to bring its secure Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) offering to AI-led transformation initiatives held back by legacy network architecture...

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stc Bahrain wins Gold at International CSR Excellence Awards 2026 for advancing innovation, empowerment, and community development

stc Bahrain, a digital enabler, has been awarded the Gold Prize at the International CSR Excellence Awards 2026, in recognition of its commitment to empowering people, fostering innovation, and creating sustainable...

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AT&T Business introduces Unlimited Ultimate 3.0

Unlimited Ultimate 3.0 is AT&T Business's most advanced wireless plan, featuring unlimited hotspot data1, prioritized network performance, built-in security features, and global connectivity...

Policy and Regulation

•	UAE expands regulatory oversight of drone communications with new TDRA framework The UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has released Version 3.0 of its Regulations for Unmanned Aircraft Radio Systems, updating the regulatory framework governing the use of...

•	Qatar’s CRA introduces new framework to strengthen international submarine cable connectivity Qatar's Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) has issued new regulatory rules aimed at strengthening international submarine cable connectivity, reinforcing the country's position as a regional digital hub while...

Middle East

•	Oman deploys 29 new telecom towers to strengthen Khareef connectivity in Dhofar Oman has deployed 29 new telecommunications towers across Dhofar to enhance mobile connectivity during the 2026 Khareef season, reinforcing network capacity as hundreds of thousands of visitors travel to the region for the...

•	Mindware brings Jamf's Apple device management platform to the Middle East Technology distributor Mindware has partnered with Jamf to bring the company's Apple device management and security solutions to the Middle East, expanding enterprise access to unified endpoint management (UEM) tools as...

•	Saudi Arabia embeds AI literacy into national strategy to achieve economic goals Saudi Arabia is embedding AI literacy into its national strategy to support economic growth, workforce upskilling, and responsible AI adoption, according to a new report...

•	TikTok's UAE Forward Forum highlights growing economic impact, commitment to digital trust in UAE TikTok hosted the UAE Forward Forum, exploring the future of the UAE's digital economy and the role digital platforms play in supporting innovation, entrepreneurship and digital trust...

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

•	Freshwave adds DAS of 4G to UK hospital Infrastructure-as-a-service provider Freshwave advanced UK medical connectivity ambitions with its latest installation of 4G in a hospital, a move it indicated could all-but eliminate billions of pounds in lost value for the...

•	GCI expands upgraded 5G mobile service across Alaska communities GCI is launching upgraded 5G mobile service in communities across Alaska, improving performance, reliability and coverage and reinforcing the company’s long-standing commitment to deliver reliable connectivity for...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	Cloudflare Global Data reveals how the 2026 FIFA World Cup redefined internet traffic and digital fan engagement By analyzing traffic ratios against a four-week pre-tournament baseline, Cloudflare’s analysis uncovered fascinating patterns in how fans across different continents consumed the global event, highlighting the profound...

•	ZDF and Joyn reach distribution deal ZDF and ProSiebenSat.1 have reached an agreement to integrate the public broadcaster’s on-demand content into the media group’s streaming platform Joyn, marking a significant shift in relations following last...

South Asia

•	PTA introduces new tariff transparency measures to strengthen consumer protection The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has introduced enhanced tariff transparency measures aimed at helping consumers make more informed decisions when selecting mobile and broadband services, while strengthening...

North Africa

•	Egypt launches National AI Competency Framework for teachers to advance digital education Egypt has launched a National Artificial Intelligence Competency Framework for Teachers in collaboration with UNESCO, marking a significant step towards integrating AI literacy into the education system and preparing...

Global Telecom Update

•	Alipay+ supports QR payments for visitors to Argentina Alipay+, a global digital payment gateway under fintech provider Ant International, has announced that it will enable global travellers to make QR code payments at millions of merchants across Argentina...

•	Palo Alto Networks extends observability platform with digital experience monitoring capabilities Palo Alto Networks has announced its intent to acquire Embrace, to add high-fidelity Real User Monitoring (RUM) capabilities to the Palo Alto Networks Observability platform...

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