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August 23, 2024

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Omantel set to make Salalah the Middle East’s second largest submarine cable hub

Omantel highlighted its technology-driven solutions during an important ICT event with government officials and business leaders from the Governorate of Dhofar at the “Omantel ICT” event during Khareef Dhofar, in the presence of His Highness Sayyid Marwan bin Turki Al Said, Governor of Dhofar...

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Eutelsat and Bayobab collaborate on OneWeb constellation for fixed services throughout Africa

The partnership between Eutelsat and Bayobab marks a step forward in bridging the digital divide in Africa...

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Nokia enhances TM’s international optical network for hyperscaler connectivity demand

Nokia has been selected by TM to build a dedicated international optical Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) network, improving the management of growing data traffic and improving data center connectivity...

Policy and Regulation

•	CST updated the “IoT Regulatory Framework” Document and Changed its Name into “IoT Regulations” The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) has updated the "IoT Regulatory Framework" document and changed its name to "IoT Regulations”, in an effort to promote investment and innovation in IoT,...

•	Peru to offer spectrum in exchange for coverage commitments The government of Peru approved a plan to assign spectrum directly to operators and allow them to commit to coverage investments instead of paying in cash, with the aim of promoting the deployment of public...

Middle East

•	HPE unveils advanced Wi-Fi 7 access points in the UAE These new APs enhance network security and improve location-based services, catering to the needs of enterprise AI, IoT, and security applications...

•	56% of Mideast tech professionals use artificial intelligence says study A key finding from the report is that 68 percent of tech professionals in the GCC region associate AI with increased productivity and efficiency...

•	Iraqi digital transport service provider Transforat joins IRU Through its platform, “URUK”, Transforat offers a comprehensive technological environment and infrastructure for operating and managing shipments, from pick-up to delivery...

South Asia

•	Zong expands 4G network in Pakistan Zong has extended its high-speed 4G services to the Gilgit-Baltistan region, including key areas such as Gilgit, Hunza, and Skardu, with plans for further expansion...

•	SLT-MOBITEL reports moderate revenue growth in 1H 2024 SLT-MOBITEL, the National ICT Solutions Provider, has reported moderate revenue growth for the first half of 2024, while demonstrating savings through cost management initiatives...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	SkyShowtime announces first partnership in Poland with Play Polish operator Play will offer the SkyShowtime Standard Plus plan along with two premium linear channels...

•	Orange Poland ties with Sony Nevion to trial live video over 5G Orange Poland has flagged a trial with Sony and its broadcasting solutions subsidiary Nevion on the delivery of live video content over a private 5G network, claiming that the joint solution will open up “new...

North Africa

•	Morocco leads Africa in ChatGPT adoption This impressive engagement reflects Morocco’s commitment to embracing emerging technologies and is indicative of broader trends in countries with youthful and digitally literate populations...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	CelcomDigi and Huawei collaborate to build AI-enhanced 4G and 5G network in Malaysia CelcomDigi and Huawei Malaysia have signed an MoU to integrate AI into CelcomDigi's network, aiming to establish one of Malaysia's most intelligent 4G and 5G-ready networks through advanced AI capabilities, digital...

•	Magyar Telekom sells mobile spectrum to Yettel, enhancing 4G and 5G capacity Magyar Telekom, the leading Hungarian telecommunications service provider, announced that it has signed agreements with Yettel Hungary with the aim to optimize frequency utilization...

Satellite & Internet

•	China launches new communications satellite China has sent a new communications satellite into orbit from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in south China's Hainan Province...

•	InfoRR, 4WNet tap Padtec to expand network to Amazonas Brazilian ISP InfoRR is partnering with service provider 4WNet Telecomunicações to build a new DWDM optical network using equipment from Brazilian vendor Padtec to expand operations from the state of Roraima to...

Global Telecom Update

•	Bhutan Telecom boosts network capabilities with Ciena Bhutan Telecom is deploying Ciena’s coherent routing solutions to support booming data traffic demands in the Kingdom of Bhutan...

•	Globe Telecom teams up with Red Hat for next-gen IT platform Globe Telecom has partnered with Red Hat, Inc., a leading provider of open-source solutions, to modernize its IT infrastructure...

•	Ethio Telecom, Visa launch first wallet-based virtual Visa card in Ethiopia Ethio Telecom is expanding its digital financial services, including introducing a Virtual Visa Card and improving remittance options, aiming to boost financial inclusion and contribute to a cashless society...

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