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September 24, 2024
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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WSSA to Bring Space Ecosystem Leaders to Discuss Space Sustainability Issues on Sep 26-27
 
 
The World Space Sustainability Association (WSSA) is hosting the Space Sustainability Leaders Forum, organised by the Mohammad bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) as one of its Founding Members. The Forum will be held at the MBRSC's headquarters in Dubai on 27 September 2024 and will be preceded by a Networking Dinner on 26 September 2024 (starting at 7:00 pm)...
 
 
 
Member News
 
•  Paving the way for All Intelligence, and amplifying industrial digitalization and intelligence
Member Logo Huawei Connect 2024 in Shanghai focused on exploring digital and intelligent transformation, unveiling AI-driven solutions to advance Huawei's All Intelligence Strategy...
 
•  Zain’s innovative efforts in data architecture recognized at Cloudera’s annual Data Impact Awards
Member Logo Zain Group has been named a Cloudera Data Impact Award winner in the category of “Modern Architectures” at the recent annual ceremony held in Dubai. The recognition reflects Zain’s Data Office, in...
 
•  Nokia selected by Spark as majority 5G RAN partner in New Zealand
Member Logo Spark has chosen Nokia as its preferred 5G Radio Access Network partner to streamline operations and consolidate its RAN...
 
 
Recent Developments
 
•  Broadband Commission calls for enhanced global digital cooperation ahead of UN Summit of the Future
 
•  Huawei releases exploring the intelligent world series reports
 
•  Huawei Connect 2024: Paving the Way for All Intelligence
 
•  Eutelsat Group secures additional launches in new agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Policy and Regulation
 
Saudi Arabia participates in the "Digital Future for All" session during the Summit of the Future
The event aims to empower digital technologies for a more sustainable, inclusive, and responsible future by bringing together government leaders, civil society, private sector, academics, and youth to explore the trends,...
 
SDG Digital unlocks commitments to leverage innovation and emerging technologies for a more sustainable, inclusive and responsible future
ITU and UNDP spotlight global pledges and innovative solutions to accelerate progress on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)...
 
South Asia
 
Number of cellular subscribers rise to 193 million in Pakistan
The number of cellular subscribers increased from 192.924 million by end July to 193.098 million by end August 2024, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) data revealed...
 
Nepal’s 4G user base reaches over 22 Million
Despite a slight decline from the previous month, mobile broadband now comprises 76.23% of the market, dominated by Nepal Telecom and Ncell...
 
Content & Immersive Technologies
 
Sky & UKTV extend multi-year partnership
UKTV has launched its U app on Sky Glass and Sky Stream in the UK as part of an extended partnership with Sky, providing continued access to UKTV's pay and free channels...
 
Logitech launches MX Creative Console for digital creativity
Logitech announced the launch of MX Creative Console, which lets digital creators focus on their artistry while it makes chores like visual editing easier with new AI capabilities...
 
Global Telecom Update
 
Ribbon and Telia provide comms upgrade for Lithuanian rail network
Service provider Telia Lithuania and Ribbon Communications, a global provider of real-time communications technology and IP optical networking solutions, have come together to upgrade communications for Lithuania’s...
 
Swisscom and Vodafone deal "on track" as EU gives green light
Swisscom AG announced that its acquisition of the Italian business belonging to Vodafone Group PLC has been cleared by the EU Commission...
 
Airtel boosts capacity with tower, spectrum rollout
In a statement, the company noted the tower buildout “equates to a remarkable pace” of more than eight new sites installed per day, expanding coverage to some 5 million people...
 
 
Middle East
 
Iraq seeks ITU support to propel digital transformation and close digital divide
Highlighting Iraq’s youthful and technologically adept population, Al-Moayyed underscored the importance of ITU’s support in nurturing a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship...
 
South Korea’s Naver Corp to establish unit in Saudi Arabia
Naver Corp, the operator of South Korea’s leading internet portal, says it has plans to establish a Middle Eastern unit in Saudi Arabia within this year as part of efforts to expand its global business...
 
From Vision to Venture: The rise of AI sartups in the Arab world
This comprehensive report by Arab Advisors Group delves into the evolving AI landscape in the MENA region, analyzing the funding and services of AI startups...
 
HyperPay leads with AI-driven payment innovations in MENA
HyperPay, a prominent payment gateway provider in the MENA region, is transforming the payment landscape with its adoption of AI technologies...
 
North Africa
 
Morocco strengthens digital transformation with focus on training and innovation
Morocco is focusing on building a skilled workforce to support its digital transition by aligning graduate skills with the demands of the digital economy...
 
3G, 4G and 5G Networks
 
Vodafone Idea signs US$3.6 billion deal with Nokia, Ericsson and Samsung for 4G network expansion
Vodafone Idea Limited has secured a deal worth US$3.6 billion with Nokia, Ericsson, and Samsung for the supply of network equipment over the next three years...
 
Türkiye transmits 1st 5G signal from homegrown portable network
Türkiye received its first signal from a domestically produced 5G portable private network, in a breakthrough that marked a significant step in the country's ambition to establish a fully independent 5G...
 
Satellite & Internet
 
SpaceX set to launch five commercial satellites for AST SpaceMobile
The first five commercial satellites, called BlueBirds, each featuring the largest ever commercial communications arrays will be deployed in low Earth orbit...
 
OMS Group earmarks US$300 million for infrastructure growth in ASEAN
Malaysia-based subsea cable solutions company OMS Group said that it has allocated US$300 million for strategic investments in its global cable systems and terrestrial infrastructure in the ASEAN region...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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