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SAMENA Telecommunications Council - Logo Industry News Briefing
December 27, 2024
 
 
 
 
 
 
Featured Member News
 
Omantel celebrates the graduation of Omani talents ready to lead the future of technology
 
 
Omantel celebrated the graduation of 32 young Omanis from its "Generation Z" training program, which equips participants with future-ready skills in AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation, contributing to national efforts to empower youth and drive technological innovation since its launch in 2020...
 
 
 
Member News
 
•  Nokia, Fraunhofer HHI and Charité to collaborate on wireless sensing solutions for healthcare
Member Logo Nokia announced that it has launched a research initiative with Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute (HHI) and Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin to investigate the use of wireless sensing technologies in...
 
•  Huawei named a Leader in Coldago Research Maps 2024 for File Storage and Object Storage
Member Logo Huawei was named a Leader in the Maps 2024 for File Storage and Object Storage, released recently by research and analyst firm Coldago Research...
 
 
Recent Developments
 
•  ZTE and Indosat expand digital experience in Indonesia through iFlexiTrunk Microwave Backbone technology
 
•  Omantel celebrates the graduation of Omani talents ready to lead the future of technology
 
•  China Mobile International and Telecom Egypt forge strategic partnership
 
•  ZTE to Collaborate with SAMENA Council in Helping Shape ICT Frameworks & Policies in the Region
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Policy and Regulation
 
EETT partners with Tarifica for enhanced telecom benchmarking in Greece
The Hellenic Telecommunications & Post Commission (EETT) has adopted Tarifica's Telecom Pricing Intelligence Platform to benchmark Greece's telecom market against five European countries, evaluating pricing, service...
 
Nigeria’s internet subscribers increased to 134m in October, say NCC
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) reported a rise in internet subscribers to 134.78 million in October 2024, with broadband penetration increasing to 42.24% and data usage climbing to 870,398 terabytes, driven by...
 
Middle East
 
Dareesoft completes successful PoC for AI-based road hazard service in Dubai
Dareesoft, an AI-driven real-time road hazard data provider, has successfully completed a proof of concept (PoC) for its AI-powered RiaaS (Road Hazard Information as a Service) in Dubai, UAE...
 
Kingdom Holding buys US400 million stake in Musk's AI company
Kingdom Holding Company (KHC) has invested US$400 million in Elon Musk's xAI Corporation during its Series C funding round, valuing the AI startup at $45 billion and strengthening KHC's strategic partnership with...
 
Ericcson and Beyon renew sustainability collaboration
Ericsson and Beyon have renewed their partnership to enhance sustainability and circular economy efforts in Bahrain, achieving significant energy reductions on Batelco’s network through advanced 5G solutions and...
 
North Africa
 
Algeria to launch over 500 digital projects to accelerate transformation by 2026
Algeria is launching over 500 digital projects between 2025 and 2026, with 75% focused on modernizing public services, as part of its "Digital Algeria 2030" strategy to enhance accessibility, transparency, and global...
 
Content & Immersive Technologies
 
Shiba Inu (SHIB) launches early access to its metaverse
Shiba Inu has launched an innovative metaverse project on the Shibarium blockchain, offering NFT land plots, customizable avatars, and interactive hubs, redefining digital ownership and showcasing the ecosystem's shift...
 
Meta partners with James Cameron’s Lightstorm Vision for cutting-edge 3D VR tech
James Cameron's Lightstorm Vision has partnered with Meta to develop advanced 3D video production tools, with plans to use Meta Quest headsets exclusively for creating immersive stereoscopic content in live sports,...
 
 
South Asia
 
NERA urges key reforms and measures for successful 5G spectrum auction in Pakistan
The National Economic Research Associates (NERA) has recommended key reforms for Pakistan’s 2025 5G spectrum auction, including lower reserve prices, rupee-based pricing, extended payment terms, expanded spectrum...
 
3G, 4G and 5G Networks
 
Kyivstar completely turns off 3G in some cities to improve 4G technology
Kyivstar plans to phase out 3G in select cities by early 2025 to enhance 4G performance, free up frequencies for 5G, and align with global trends, as only 5% of its users still rely on 3G...
 
Airtel to refarm spectrum for 5G expansion
Bharti Airtel is optimizing spectrum resources by refarming 4G bands and using cost-effective software upgrades to expand 5G coverage in rural and state markets, while strategically preparing for a gradual shift to...
 
Satellite & Internet
 
Apple invests billions in satellite connectivity to enhance iPhone features
Apple is revolutionizing connectivity by investing US$1.5 billion in Globalstar to expand satellite services, enabling seamless communication for iPhone users in remote areas and solidifying its lead in direct-to-device...
 
USDA sends US$44M in funding to Minnesota to increase broadband in rural areas
The USDA is allocating over US$44 million in grants to expand high-speed broadband access to more than 5,000 rural Minnesotans, 139 businesses, and 368 farms, addressing critical connectivity gaps in the state...
 
Global Telecom Update
 
Congo Telecom enters the mobile telephony market
Congo Telecom has launched its mobile network, marking a strategic move to diversify services, enhance competition in a market dominated by MTN and Airtel, and advance its ambition to lead the digital economy in Central...
 
Movistar and Tigo launch shared network in Colombia
Movistar Colombia and Tigo have launched a shared network, boosting 3G and 4G coverage and supporting a joint 5G rollout, while serving nearly 35 million customers and enhancing nationwide connectivity...
 
Hrvatski Telekom introduces MultiSIM option for Apple watches
Hrvatski Telekom has extended its MultiSIM service to iOS, enabling Apple Watch users to share their phone number via eSIM, allowing independent network connectivity for calls, messages, apps, and payments, even without...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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