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SAMENA Telecommunications Council - Logo Industry News Briefing
January 15, 2025
 
 
 
 
 
 
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4 MENA countries excel with advanced, mature fintech strategies
 
 
Arab Advisors Group released a new research report exploring the growing fintech market in the Arab World. The report expands on the current fintech landscape in the Arab region, covering the fintech regulatory frameworks, licensing, legality of cryptocurrency, fintech goals and initiatives, challenges and governmental vision for the sector in 19 Arab countries...
 
 
 
Member News
 
•  Huawei OceanStor Dorado All-Flash Storage earns CC Certification, the highest storage device security standard
Member Logo Huawei OceanStor Dorado All-Flash Storage obtained the Common Criteria (CC) Evaluation Assurance Level (EAL) 4+ security certification, the highest level of security certification for storage products...
 
•  Nokia optical network to connect TenneT North Sea offshore wind farms to boost renewable energy volumes
Member Logo Nokia has been selected by TenneT, one of Europe’s leading offshore transmission systems operator, to provide the critical optical networking technology for eight new 2-gigawatt (2GW) platforms in the Dutch North Sea...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Policy and Regulation
 
NBTC mobile spectrum auction set for Q2
The board of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has unanimously approved a draft of the planned auction of six mobile spectrum bands...
 
North Africa
 
Moroccan startups raise US$70 million in 2024
To boost its tech sector, Morocco is investing 240 million dirhams (US$25 million) in local startups to foster innovation and attract foreign investment as part of its "Digital Morocco 2030" strategy...
 
3G, 4G and 5G Networks
 
Vodacom, Orange target rural 4G in DRC tower tie-up
Vodacom and Orange are partnering to form a joint venture in the Democratic Republic of Congo, aiming to build 1,000 new solar-powered base stations to expand rural network coverage and bring mobile connectivity to millions...
 
U Mobile to deploy thousands of 5G sites nationwide
U Mobile is reportedly planning to deploy 5,000 to 7,000 5G sites across Malaysia, likely through infrastructure sharing with other operators, as the country transitions to a dual 5G network model...
 
Content & Immersive Technologies
 
UKTV makes investment in digital platform
UKTV Ventures has invested in Rest Less, a digital platform for the over 50s, in exchange for an equity stake and a TV advertising campaign across UKTV's channels...
 
UAE’s Sigma Capital debuts US$100 million fund targeting metaverse and blockchain infrastructure
Sigma Capital, a private equity firm, has launched a US$100 million fund to invest in early-stage Web3 startups, focusing on areas like decentralized finance, blockchain infrastructure, and the metaverse, with the goal of...
 
Satellite & Internet
 
T-Mobile, Starlink enable satellite texting early for people impacted by Los Angeles fires
T-Mobile and SpaceX have activated their satellite-to-phone texting service in wildfire-stricken areas of Los Angeles, allowing Android users to connect with loved ones and emergency services even with cell service outages...
 
Nigeria and the USTDA partner to enhance internet access
Nigeria has received a grant from the US Trade and Development Agency to conduct a feasibility study for expanding its fiber optic network, aiming to improve internet access for 12 million people and boost broadband...
 
 
Middle East
 
SEALSQ Corp expands Presence in Saudi Arabia to support digital transformation and cybersecurity initiatives
SEALSQ Corp, in partnership with WISeKey and Juffali Group, is expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia to support the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals by deploying secure satellite and blockchain technologies, fostering...
 
UAE’s MBZ-Sat launches into orbit
The UAE has successfully launched its most advanced Earth observation satellite, MBZ-Sat, which will provide high-resolution imagery for various applications, including infrastructure management, environmental monitoring,...
 
Media City Qatar explores AI's role in media evolution
Media City Qatar partnered with Al Jazeera Media Institute for a conference on AI in media, highlighting Qatar's leadership in media innovation and showcasing the transformative potential of AI in content creation...
 
Orange Jordan and Dar Aldawa announce a strategic partnership for development and investment
Orange Jordan will provide Dar Aldawa, a pharmaceutical company, with advanced telecommunications solutions and services, including mobile lines and high-speed internet, to enhance communication and optimize operations...
 
South Asia
 
Pakistan considers transition to Low Earth Orbit satellites
Pakistan is considering allowing Low Earth Orbit satellite operators like Starlink to offer services, potentially expanding internet access in remote areas...
 
SL’s digital penetration has become the effective marketing tool for any business
Sri Lanka's increasing digital penetration is transforming marketing strategies, with an estimated 12 million people online, offering businesses effective tools to reach a wider audience and generate value...
 
Global Telecom Update
 
Mukuru launches mobile wallet service in Zimbabwe
Mukuru has launched a mobile wallet in Zimbabwe, offering users the ability to send and receive money locally and internationally, store funds securely, and access various financial services, further expanding its presence...
 
Accenture and NVIDIA to team with KION to optimize supply chains with AI
KION, Accenture, and NVIDIA are collaborating to build AI-powered digital twins of warehouses using NVIDIA Omniverse and Mega, allowing companies to optimize warehouse design, operations, and robot behavior for increased...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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