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January 30, 2025

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SBTi approves Eutelsat Group’s near-term science-based greenhouse gas emissions reductions targets

Eutelsat Group is proud to announce that its near-term greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The SBTi has recognized the Group’s scope 1 and 2 targets as aligned with a 1.5°C trajectory, in line with the Paris Agreement...

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AT&T announces structured sale-leaseback of real estate to development firm Reign Capital

As part of its legacy network transformation, AT&T has completed a structured sale-leaseback of underutilized central office facilities with private real estate development firm Reign Capital...

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Nokia Corporation Financial Report for Q4 and full year 2024

Nokia reported strong Q4 2024 results with 9% net sales growth and a 19.1% comparable operating margin, driven by strong performance across all business groups...

Policy and Regulation

•	Qatar: Communications ministry launches Digital Inclusion Index report 2024 As part of its commitment to ensuring that all members of society can access digital services with ease and at affordable costs while fostering their effective and sustainable use, the Ministry of Communications and...

•	AIIB: Closing the digital divide and achieving net-zero The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is investing in sustainable digital infrastructure to bridge the digital divide and support the transition to net-zero emissions, focusing on projects like telecommunications,...

South Asia

•	EDOTCO Bangladesh launches modernized 5G-ready tower operation centre EDOTCO Bangladesh has launched a modernized 5G-ready Tower Operation Center in Dhaka to enhance the management of telecom towers and support the country's digital infrastructure...

•	Automated system to block mobile phones without TRC approval Sri Lanka's Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) is implementing a new system to detect and prevent the use of unapproved mobile phones, urging the public to purchase only devices with TRC approval...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	NOW to migrate to NBCU’s Global Streaming Platform Sky's streaming platform NOW is getting a major upgrade in February, migrating to NBCUniversal's technology platform to provide a better user experience with new features and improved navigation...

•	Comcast introduces ultra-low latency tech for Xfinity Internet subscribers Comcast is rolling out ultra-low lag internet connectivity, initially for FaceTime, Meta's VR headsets, and gaming platforms like Steam and GeForce Now, promising a smoother and more responsive online experience for...

Global Telecom Update

•	Verizon brings AI suite to enterprise infrastructure customers Verizon Business is leveraging its network infrastructure and data center assets to launch AI Connect, a new offering aimed at supporting the growing AI demands of businesses, with partnerships including Vultr and Meta...

•	Ericsson advances Open RAN with integration of CommScope & Corning’s solutions Ericsson has integrated third-party solutions from CommScope and Corning with its Intelligent Automation Platform, enabling mobile operators to manage subscriber connections more efficiently and openly...

•	SK Telecom's AI assistant 'aster' to feature connection to major apps SK Telecom's upcoming AI assistant, aster, will integrate with popular apps like Google Calendar and Yelp, and potentially Uber and Lyft, to help users with scheduling, reservations, and other tasks...

Middle East

•	Jordan’s telecommunications market sees significant growth in Q3 2024 Jordan’s mobile broadband subscriptions reached 8.259 million in the third quarter of 2024, with prepaid users making up 70% of the market and postpaid subscribers accounting for 30%...

•	Unified health data framework for GCC citizens discussed at Arab Health The Digital Health & AI Forum at Arab Health in Dubai explored the potential for a unified health data framework in the GCC, highlighting the importance of secure and accessible medical data for citizens and healthcare...

•	Ericsson upgrades Batelco's 5G network in Bahrain Ericsson and Batelco are expanding Batelco's mobile network in Bahrain with the latest RAN products and cloud-native mediation technology, enhancing 4G and 5G capabilities for a better user experience...

•	Northstar Technology seals partnership with Oman's Interstellar Technologies Northstar Technology has partnered with Interstellar Technologies to expand its services into Oman, supporting the country's Vision 2040 and digital transformation goals...

North Africa

•	Algeria and Oman launch educational platforms to strengthen school-parent communication and track student progress Algeria and Oman have launched new digital platforms to enhance school-parent communication and provide parents with real-time access to their children's academic performance...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	Virgin Media O2 brings mobile coverage to Northumberland not-spot for the first time Virgin Media O2 has brought 4G mobile coverage to the coastal village of Craster in Northumberland for the first time, utilizing a Starlink backhaul solution to overcome the lack of fiber connectivity in the area...

•	Vodafone Spain to deploy private 5G network in a mining site Vodafone Spain is partnering with Geoalcali to deploy a private 5G network in a mine in Navarra, enhancing safety, efficiency, and digitalization in the mining operations...

Satellite & Internet

•	Vodafone answers world-first video call over satellite Vodafone has successfully completed the world's first space-based video call using standard 4G/5G smartphones and a low Earth orbit satellite, paving the way for universal mobile connectivity...

•	Conexon Connect expands footprint across rural Florida Conexon Connect and Tri-County Electric Cooperative have completed a fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) network in Florida, delivering high-speed internet access to 14,000 rural homes and businesses...

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