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SAMENA Telecommunications Council - Logo Industry News Briefing
August 15, 2024
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Featured Member News
 
e& UAE launches Fiber-To-The-Room, boosting Wi-Fi performance for high-speed internet services
 
 
The new service solves the challenges of inconsistent Wi-Fi coverage and speed in large residential spaces, including apartments and villas, serving a variety of customer needs. Additionally, Fiber to the Room (FTTR) is an ideal solution for smart homes, gamers, and other tech-dependent users who require high-speed internet connections with the lowest possible latency to ensure peak performance...
 
 
 
Member News
 
•  Eutelsat Group enters into exclusive negotiations for the carve-out and partial sale of its passive ground segment infrastructure assets
Member Logo Eutelsat Group has entered into exclusivity and signed a put option agreement with the EQT Infrastructure VI fund with respect to its passive ground infrastructure assets...
 
•  Cisco reports fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024 earnings
Member Logo Cisco has reported fourth quarter and fiscal year results for the period ended July 27, 2024. Cisco reported fourth quarter revenue of US$13.6 billion, net income on a generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) basis of...
 
 
Recent Developments
 
•  Ooredoo Kuwait celebrates public/private partnership milestone with the success of digital platform: [51]
 
•  United Group consolidates broadcasting activities on Eutelsat’s major European Direct-To-Home positions, EUTELSAT 16A and HOTBIRD, to maximise audience reach
 
•  stc Group paves the way for sustainable transformation
 
•  Zain Group Q2 2024 normalized net income growth soars 55% to reach KD 52 million (US$ 170 million), Board declares interim dividend of 10 fils per share
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Policy and Regulation
 
Qatar: CRA launches public consultations on postal services licenses
Interested parties and stakeholders are required to provide their feedback in writing by providing answers to questions specified in the consultation guidelines document and in the format described in the guidelines...
 
North Africa
 
Telecom Egypt reports 35% revenue growth in H1 2024
This growth is largely driven by a 40% YoY rise in retail segment revenue, fueled by a 46% increase in data revenue and expansion across all retail segments...
 
3G, 4G and 5G Networks
 
MTN Rwanda subscriber base, 4G penetration record solid growth
MTN Rwanda has reported a strong subscriber growth and significant 4G penetration for the six-month period ended June 30, 2024...
 
London’s first 5G small cells trialled
British telecommunications company, EE, has deployed London’s first 5G small cells in the borough of Croydon...
 
Satellite & Internet
 
Lynk brings satellite direct-to-mobile services to Kiribati
Lynk Global, a satellite-to-phone (sat2phone) telecoms provider, and Vodafone Kiribati have announced the start of initial satellite direct-to-mobile phone services to subscribers using what Lynk calls its...
 
Delta takes fast, free Wi-Fi international
Delta has started rolling out fast, free Wi-Fi presented by T-Mobile on select long-haul international routes – a major milestone in the airline’s journey to bring reliable, streaming quality connectivity to its...
 
Global Telecom Update
 
Edotco signs digital ecosystem deals with MDEC and Boost
Under the MoU with MDEC, Edotco will serve as an infrastructure ecosystem partner for next-generation digital infrastructure solutions to companies granted “Malaysia Digital” (MD) status by the MDEC...
 
Oracle strikes fresh API, 5G network pact with AT&T
The vendor stated integration with AT&T allows Oracle’s cloud application customers to connect and manage IoT devices on the operator’s network across a single platform...
 
Telecom Fiji partners with Allot to launch first network-based cybersecurity solutions for Fijian businesses
Telecom Fiji has partnered with global ICT security solutions provider Allot Communications to introduce Fiji’s first network-based cybersecurity solutions for businesses...
 
 
Middle East
 
Oman to introduce Open Data Platform, enhancing transparency
In a move aligned with Vision 2040, Oman is preparing to introduce a comprehensive Open Data Platform, set to revolutionize how citizens and businesses access government information...
 
TOD and 1001 forge strategic partnership to enhance streaming services in Iraq
TOD, the subscription-based OTT platform from beIN Media Group, has entered into a multiyear strategic partnership with Iraqi digital platform 1001...
 
Planet Labs partners with Bahrain for smart city initiative
Utilizing the advanced capabilities of SkySat data, this partnership aims to transform urban planning initiatives across the nation through an advanced, AI-enabled urban planning system...
 
UAE-based FinTech Yuze secures US$30 million investment to boost SME support
With the new funding, Yuze plans to extend its reach beyond the UAE, targeting one million SMEs and professional customers within the next five years...
 
South Asia
 
GlobalTech Corporation launches Center of Excellence for big data and AI in Pakistan
With this launch, GlobalTech Corporation continues to solidify its position as a leader in technological innovation, advancing its mission to harness the power of Big Data and AI for transformative business outcomes...
 
Experts in Nepal call for enhanced cybersecurity education and policy framework to address growing threats
Participants at an interaction programme have stressed cybersecurity education and awareness alongside developing a robust and practical policy framework to address the growing cyber threats and gaps in existing...
 
Content & Immersive Technologies
 
Canal+ Group renews beIN Sports distribution
The original agreement, which began in June 2020, includes the carriage of the beIN Sports channels in Canal’s packages, and makes the Vivendi unit the exclusive distributor of beIN Sports to all internet service...
 
Tanzania aims to lead Africa's metaverse revolution by 2030
Tanzania aims to become Africa's leader in the metaverse by 2030, focusing on integrating advanced technologies across key sectors to drive innovation, attract investments, and enhance digital inclusion...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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