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November 26, 2024

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Zain introduces 'The Masters' empowering 30 individuals with disabilities to create, shape their own experiences, and become leaders

Zain Group has launched ‘The Masters’ initiative, empowering 30 individuals with disabilities to create and shape their own experiences and giving them a stage to become leaders through a focus on four core impact areas: 1. Co-creating Zain’s Disability Inclusion strategy; 2. Embedding accessibility into all products and services; 3. The Learn and Lead program; and 4. Fostering voice and visibility...

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e& enterprise and Smart Salem partner to deploy region’s first locally-hosted cloud-based (PACS)

e& enterprise, the digital transformation arm of e& group, and Smart Salem, the UAE’s premium visa medical and health and wellness screening center, have announced a three-year partnership to implement the nation's...

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Cisco and NTT DATA partner to empower global mobile workforce with simplified access to 5G connectivity

Cisco, the worldwide technology leader, and NTT DATA, a leading IT infrastructure and services company announced an expanded partnership to transform how global enterprises access wireless connectivity...

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Nokia and du conclude successful transport network slicing trial in UAE

This trial is the UAE’s first live transport slicing deployment which will allow the service provider to operate a variety of network services that cater to different needs while remaining within the existing network...

Policy and Regulation

•	CST showcases the first of its kind technical trial across MENA in non-terrestrial networks CST highlighted that the initiative aims to link unconnected areas, advance non-terrestrial network technologies, attract global investments, and stimulate local investments in the sector...

•	NCC restates commitment to creating truly consumer centric telecom industry The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr Aminu Maida, has restated the commitment of the agency to creating a truly consumer centric telecom industry...

Middle East

•	Kuwait ranks third globally for mobile internet speed Kuwait has secured an impressive third-place ranking both globally and in the Arab world for mobile internet speed, achieving an average speed of 258.51 Mbps, according to the October 2024 Speed Test Global Index...

•	LogRhythm \| Exabeam launches regional office in Riyadh Its strategic expansion in KSA provides local organisations with dedicated on-the-ground support and AI-powered security solutions to improve threat detection, investigation, and response (TDIR)...

•	Indonesia and Oman explore digital cooperation opportunities In the current era of rapid technological advancement, both Oman and Indonesia have a big opportunity to cooperate more closely in advancing digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and fostering innovation...

South Asia

•	PTA launches exclusive child online protection training program for employees This program, tailored for PTA’s working parents, addresses the unique challenges they face in ensuring their children’s safety in today’s digital age...

•	Dialog’s WOW superapp dedefines digital lifestyle The WOW Superapp continues to lead in digital innovation, offering a comprehensive, user-friendly platform that seamlessly integrates advanced features...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	Ziggo and Netflix launch joint advertising campaign Ziggo and Netflix have launched a joint advertising campaign to introduce a new “bundle” that combines live sports and entertainment: the Netflix & Ziggo Sport Totaal package...

•	WEF pushes metaverse digital ID to track-and-trace every interaction, transaction Under the banner of establishing global governance in the metaverse, the World Economic Forum (WEF) is pushing digital ID for all users, so all blended reality interactions and transactions can be tracked-and-traced...

North Africa

•	Morocco advances in Network Readiness Index Morocco has risen to 76th place in the 2024 Network Readiness Index (NRI), improving by one spot from its previous ranking...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	Orange to complete African 4G rollout with CAR launch Orange Group Deputy CEO Brelotte Ba has said the upcoming launch of 4G in the Central African Republic (CAR) next year will complete the 4G rollout across Orange’s African footprint, stating it will be deployed early...

•	MTN Group brings 5G connectivity to Benin and Congo-Brazzaville MTN Group has announced the official commercial launch of 5G networks in Benin and the Republic of Congo...

Satellite & Internet

•	Kacific delivers reliable portable satellite internet for high-demand + remote ops Kacific Broadband Satellites Group (Kacific) has introduced SatPack, a breakthrough communications solution designed for rapid deployment in the most challenging environments across the Asia-Pacific...

•	Optimum reaches 500,000 fiber customers The Altice USA brand Optimum has announced that it is now serving 500,000 residential customers on its fiber network...

Global Telecom Update

•	Chunghwa Telecom, NTT unveil innovative IOWN APN technology Chunghwa Telecom and NTT have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly advance the evolution and implementation of Innovative Optical and Wireless Network (IOWN) technology...

•	Asia-Pacific mobile broadband revenue to hit US$296 billion by 2028 Mobile broadband service revenue in the Asia-Pacific region is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%, from US$229.6 billion in 2024 to US$296.2 billion over the next four years, driven by the...

•	Singtel and Ericsson to develop fully automated 5G port Singtel and Ericsson have announced a partnership to deploy 5G advanced connectivity solutions at Tuas Port in Singapore...

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