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August 6, 2024

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China Unicom Beijing and Huawei build ultra-large-scale commercial 5.5G network

China Unicom Beijing and Huawei have deployed an ultra-large-scale commercial 5.5G 3CC network in Beijing that covers more than 70% of the area within the city's 4th Ring Road...

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Tech Mahindra and Horizon3.ai partner to enhance AI-based cyber resilience for global customers

Tech Mahindra, a leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises across industries, announced a strategic partnership with Horizon3.ai, a leader in autonomous security to elevate the...

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Nokia AIMS boosts warehouse efficiency with industry-first, true automated inventory counting capability

Nokia has announced the launch of the industry-first, true inventory counting capability for Nokia Autonomous Inventory Monitoring Service (AIMS), enabling warehouse operators to utilize autonomous drones to individually...

Policy and Regulation

•	CST announces the participation of 21 local and international companies in the Emerging Technologies Regulatory Sandbox’s second cohort The Communications, Space and Technologies Commission (CST) announces the participation of 21 local and international companies in the Emerging Technologies Regulatory Sandbox’s (ETS) second cohort...

•	NCC tells telcos to simplify tariff plans for users The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed telecommunications operators to simplify their tariff plans, bundles, and promotional activities...

South Asia

•	Grameenphone partners with Mobileum to launch AI-Driven risk management transformation As part of this partnership, Grameenphone will upgrade technology, train staff, and collaborate with Mobileum for continuous improvement to adapt to evolving threats and market conditions...

•	GSMA to host Inaugural Digital Nation Summit in Pakistan The GSMA Digital Nation Summit will feature key discussions focused on leveraging mobile technology to create a sustainable and inclusive Digital Pakistan...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	Sky Sports+ to launch Thursday ahead of new EFL season Sky Sports+ will launch on Thursday(8 August 2024), offering live sport streaming at no extra cost for existing subscribers on Sky Glass, Sky Stream, Sky Q, and NOW, with an introductory offer for new customers...

•	Argerie Tsimicalis champions virtual reality in children's healthcare Argerie Tsimicalis has successfully integrated virtual reality (VR) at Shriners Hospitals for Children® - Canada to alleviate children's pain and anxiety during medical procedures, enhancing their hospital...

Global Telecom Update

•	Clear AI strategy needed to stay competitive: IFS study Optimism about artificial intelligence (AI) is a direct indicator of AI strategy maturity within their business, the global study Industrial AI: the new frontier for productivity, innovation and competition, said...

•	Deutsche Telekom boosts automation in port logistics German carrier Deutsche Telekom has deployed its technology at the publicly funded “AutoLog” project in the port of Emden to introduce automation into the facility’ workflows at automotive terminals for...

•	Indosat targets retailers with AI-powered digital solutions Indonesian telco Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has launched an AI-powered digital solution for enterprises in the retail sector that it says can help them optimize business revenues, boost customer satisfaction and improve...

Middle East

•	Vast disparities in 5G licensing fees among Arab Telecom Regulators The report presents the awarding status of 5G licenses across 19 Arab countries, as well as commercial launches of the technology...

•	Media and telecoms main targets of cyberattacks in 2024 In Oman, the Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology managed over 460 cybersecurity incidents in 2023, highlighting the sultanate's efforts to protect digital infrastructure amidst increasing...

•	Beyon reports US$52.5 million net profit for Q2 Bahrain Telecommunications Company (Beyon) has announced a net profit attributable to equity holders of the company for Q2 2024 of BD19.8 million (US$52.5 million), in line with BD19.9 milllion for the corresponding quarter...

•	stc pay achieves (PCI DSS) certification This achievement underscores stc pay's commitment to providing its customers with a secure and trustworthy digital payment experience...

North Africa

•	Vodafone Egypt tops Umlaut’s network performance rankings Vodafone Egypt has been ranked first in the latest network performance measurement reports by independent benchmarking organization Umlaut...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	NetOne deploys 264 4G/ LTE sites nationwide NetOne has expanded its network coverage with the deployment of 264 4G/LTE sites, covering 30% of the country, introduced 5G and eSIM services, and emphasized its strong rural coverage, positioning it as a leader in...

•	Hong Kong Telecom to retire 2G network in November Hong Kong Telecom (HKT) has confirmed it will retire its 2G network by November 8, and will reallocate the spectrum for its 5G network...

Satellite & Internet

•	AST SpaceMobile cleared to operate BlueBird direct-to-smartphone satellites AST SpaceMobile has received conditional approval to deploy and operate its first five operational direct-to-smartphone satellites slated to launch next month...

•	SEA-ME-WE 6 subsea cable lands in the Maldives Incumbent Maldives telco Dhiraagu said it has inaugurated the official landing of the SEA-ME-WE 6 subsea cable in the Maldives, although the cable is still at almost two years away from activation...

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