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SAMENA Telecommunications Council - Logo Industry News Briefing
October 24, 2024
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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AT&T 3Q results show continued 5G and fiber subscriber momentum
 
 
AT&T reported Q3 2024 revenues of $30.2 billion, driven by growth in 5G and fiber services. The company added 403,000 postpaid phones and 226,000 fiber customers, maintaining strong mobility and broadband performance. AT&T reiterated its full-year financial guidance...
 
 
 
Member News
 
•  Tech Mahindra announces AI Center of Excellence, powered by NVIDIA AI Enterprise and omniverse platforms
Member Logo Tech Mahindra, a leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises across industries, announced the establishment of a Center of Excellence (CoE) powered by NVIDIA platforms to drive...
 
•  Huawei kicks off Saudi Commercial Roadshow 2024, will cover Riyadh, Jeddah, Madinah, Makkah, and Dammam
Member Logo Huawei, a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, has kicked off its highly anticipated Saudi Commercial Roadshow 2024...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Policy and Regulation
 
CST and SASO announced that the first mandatory phase of the unified charging ports for mobile phones and electronic devices in Saudi Arabia will be effective on 1 January 2025
CST and SASO indicated that the unified charging ports decision aims to improve the user experience in Saudi Arabia, reduce extra costs for consumers, deliver high-quality charging and data transfer technology, and enhance...
 
Argentina’s government decides to offer more spectrum for 5G
Argentina is putting two 5G spectrum allocations up for sale to boost market competition and improve telecommunications services, following a government decision to deregulate the sector...
 
North Africa
 
Zoho fuels Egypt's digital transformation with 33% revenue growth and strategic Fawry partnership
This success highlights the growing demand for Zoho’s comprehensive suite of business solutions in the Egyptian market...
 
3G, 4G and 5G Networks
 
German operators team up to test railway 5G
The "5G am Gleis" project will bring seamless 5G coverage to the Hamburg-Berlin railway line, improving connectivity through shared mobile masts and addressing challenges like signal penetration into train carriages...
 
5G subscribers account for more than half of China Mobile’s base at end-Q3
China Mobile had ended the first half of the year with a total of 2.3 million 5G base stations, after adding 351,000 base stations in the period, according to previous reports...
 
Satellite & Internet
 
ST Engineering iDirect to expand satcomms connectivity in Indonesia
Satellite communications company ST Engineering iDirect, says it has been selected for the Phase Two expansion of Indonesia's Satria-1 satellite network...
 
Airband and Tarana expand high-speed broadband coverage in the UK
Airband has partnered with Tarana to deliver high-speed internet to 265,000 underserved UK homes and businesses using Tarana's next-generation fixed wireless access technology, enabling cost-effective broadband in areas...
 
Global Telecom Update
 
T-Mobile uses AI to guide 5G expansion
T-Mobile officials said they're putting billions of data points into an algorithmic AI methodology in order to guide the company's 5G upgrades...
 
GTC and EXIM Bank deal will boost tower rollout in Cambodia
Global Tower Corporation has secured US$19.97 million from EXIM Bank Malaysia to build over 400 telecommunication towers, enhancing connectivity across Cambodia, particularly in rural areas...
 
China to trial fully foreign-owned data centers in designated areas
China has launched a pilot project allowing foreign-owned data centers and telecom services in designated areas, marking a significant step in opening up the country’s telecommunications sector...
 
 
Middle East
 
Iraq seeks international expertise for its first 5G network
The selection process will prioritize companies with a proven track record in 5G deployment and operation, particularly in the Middle East...
 
ZainTECH showcases innovative AI-powered enterprise and sustainability solutions at GITEX Global 2024
ZainTECH, the integrated digital solutions provider of Zain Group marked a highly successful participation at GITEX Global 2024, where for the second consecutive year, the company showcased how its innovative AI-powered...
 
Mira Aerospace develops advanced payloads for HAPS aircraft
The new payloads represent a significant leap forward in EO capabilities and telecommunications technology, as well as towards the commercialisation of Mira's HAPS technology...
 
Kaspersky, Scope partner to boost IoT cybersecurity in Mideast
Through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the collaboration will focus on distributing Kaspersky’s IoT Secure Gateway, powered by KasperskyOS, with an emphasis on critical sectors such as Smart Cities, Operational...
 
Vodafone Qatar net profit surges 11.5% to QR437 million for nine-month period
Vodafone Qatar announced its consolidated financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2024 with improvement across all key performance indicators...
 
South Asia
 
Pakistan’s cellular subscribers continue to grow
The total number of subscribers reached 193.346 million by the end of September 2024, up from 193.098 million in August...
 
Doc990 by Dialog sets a new standard with Sri Lanka's first comprehensive wellness marketplace
By harnessing cutting-edge technology, Doc990 ensures that every Sri Lankan can manage their health proactively and conveniently from the comfort of their home...
 
Content & Immersive Technologies
 
Fubo launches standalone premium subscription services
Sports streaming service Fubo is launching new premium options from Paramount+, Showtime, NBA and FanDuel without the need for a basic subscription...
 
HarmonyOS NEXT becomes the world’s third major mobile OS, joining Android and iOS
Huawei has launched HarmonyOS NEXT, its self-developed mobile operating system, now the third most-used globally, alongside new products like the nova 13 series, marking a significant milestone for China's tech industry...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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