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February 5, 2025

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e& expands SmartHub Data Centre in Fujairah with the launch of new facility

e& Carrier & Wholesale announced the launch of its fourth Tier III facility in its Fujairah SmartHub Campus. The new facility adds on 1.5 MW of capacity to the existing capacity, further strengthening connectivity across the Middle East’s digital ecosystem...

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Cisco highlights top data center priorities for 2025

Cisco highlights four key priorities for data centers in the coming year: simplifying operations for flexibility, ensuring AI readiness, fostering a strong security culture, and aligning data center strategies with...

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AT&T extends voice core relationship with Nokia to drive new services, faster deployment times, and operational efficiencies

AT&T is extending its voice core relationship with Nokia in a multi-year expansion deal that will support the U.S. operator in delivering on its vision of securely providing customer-focused networks and automation that...

Policy and Regulation

•	Nigeria launches National Broadband Alliance to boost internet access The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has launched the National Broadband Alliance for Nigeria (NBAN) to expand internet access nationwide...

•	TRAI earmarks 37-40 GHz bands for India’s next 5G auction The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) issued its recommendations for auctioning off millimetre wave (mmWave) spectrum for 5G services at a relatively lower price than previous auctions...

South Asia

•	PTCL partners with MTronic to bring cutting-edge IoT solutions for smart living The collaboration is aimed at redefining modern lifestyles by offering a wide array of affordable, seamless, and user-friendly home technologies that provide enhanced convenience, efficient home management, and reduced...

•	Nepal Telecom to shut down 2G service by this year Nepal Telecom plans to shut down its 2G service and offer eSIM services through its app and website this year...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	Streamers to overtake commercial broadcasters in global content spend Streaming platforms will outpace commercial broadcasters as a subdued advertising market slows broadcaster growth, according to a new forecast...

•	hoopla Digital expands partnership with Cineverse launching five new BingePasses hoopla Digital has partnered with Cineverse to launch five new BingePasses, providing library patrons with access to thousands of movies and TV shows across various genres...

Global Telecom Update

•	Orange Romania announces renewable power deal with Engie Operator Orange Romania has signed a ten-year virtual power purchase agreement (vPPA) with Engie Romania, a division of French low-carbon energy and services group Engie, to procure around 40 GWh of wind energy per year from...

•	Telefónica Tech adds Balbix AI to cybersecurity portfolio Telefónica Tech and Balbix, a provider of AI-powered cyber risk and exposure management solutions, are strategically partnering to boost the cybersecurity of organisations in Brazil...

•	Bouygues Group and AWS sign strategic partnership to accelerate digital transformation in construction, energies and services, media and telecoms Bouygues and AWS have signed a strategic partnership to accelerate digital transformation across Bouygues' operations...

Middle East

•	Ooredoo Qatar enhances Aamali portfolio with new business solutions Ooredoo Qatar has upgraded its Aamali portfolio for business customers, offering enhanced mobile and broadband plans, and introducing Aamali GoConnect, a solution that combines eSIM-enabled devices with global data plans for...

•	DubaiPay integrates Tabby to enhance deferred payment services for citizens and businesses Dubai has integrated Tabby into its DubaiPay platform, enabling deferred payment services for government transactions and enhancing financial flexibility for citizens, residents, and visitors...

•	Saudi AI learning platform secures six-figure funding The funding will support the official launch of its platform for individuals and the rollout of its enterprise platform in Q3 2025...

•	Tamkeen helps 14 Bahraini companies take part in LEAP 2025 Bahrain's Labour Fund (Tamkeen) has announced its support to 14 leading technology companies from the kingdom to take part in the fourth edition of LEAP 2025 Technology Conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia...

North Africa

•	Tunisia to launch 5G mobile telephony services Tunisia will officially launch 5G mobile services within the next ten days, marking a significant step in the country's digital transformation...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	V.tal completes installation of infrastructure at Ligga Arena for 4G and 5G mobile coverage V.tal has completed the installation of 4G and 5G mobile coverage infrastructure at Ligga Arena in Brazil, paving the way for improved connectivity and enhanced digital experiences for up to 50,000 people during events...

•	Ericsson upgrades Malaysia’s DNB to 5G-Advanced Malaysian 5G wholesale operator Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) and Ericsson announced on Tuesday that DNB has launched 5G-Advanced technology on its network...

Satellite & Internet

•	SpaceX expands Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi to 500 planes SpaceX is seeing major progress in making Starlink an in-flight perk, officially installing the satellite internet system on 500 planes...

•	A1 Austria, Sunrise to build fastest dark fiber route between Vienna, Zürich The partnership between A1 Austria and Sunrise combines the expertise of two leading network providers to create a seamless, high-performance dark fiber route...

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