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Industry News Briefing
March 20, 2025

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Zain Group introduces Global M2M offering to accelerate the proliferation of connected devices across the region

Zain Group, a leading provider of innovative ICT and digital lifestyle services operating in eight markets across the Middle East and Africa, announces the introduction of its groundbreaking Global M2M Offering. This innovative solution is set to empower OEMs from across the globe to seamlessly integrate their devices into multiple regional markets through a single point of integration and contractual relationship...

CST reveals that the total calls in Makkah and Madinah exceeded 320 million during the first half of Ramadan

The Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) revealed the performance of telecommunications networks in Makkah and Madinah during the first half of Ramadan, where the number of calls exceeded 320M calls, including 184M local calls and 21M international calls in Makkah, while Madinah recorded 107M local calls and 10M international calls...

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stc Bahrain launches the Fereej Majlises as part of its community program “stc Fereej’ to promote community spirit and local culture

As part of its commitment to corporate social responsibility and fostering community engagement, stc Bahrain, a digital enabler, has launched the "Fereej Majlises" initiative under its community program "stc Fereej"...

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Tech Mahindra and NVIDIA collaborate to advance drug safety using agentic AI

Tech Mahindra, a leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises across industries, has announced a pharmacovigilance (PV) autonomous solution built with NVIDIA AI software to advance...

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Nokia and Hetzner enhance hosting infrastructure for scalable, automated, and sustainable services across Europe

Nokia has been selected by Hetzner, a leading European hosting provider, to upgrade its data center and core network infrastructure...

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ZTE partners with Virtuozzo to launch a Hyper-Converged Infrastructure for Alternative Cloud Providers

ZTE and Virtuozzo unveil a high-performance, cost-effective HCI solution, empowering alternative cloud providers to fully meet the diverse cloud needs of customers across various industries...

Policy and Regulation

•	CST reveals that the total calls in Makkah and Madinah exceeded 320 million during the first half of Ramadan The Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) revealed the performance of telecommunications networks in Makkah and Madinah during the first half of Ramadan, where the number of calls exceeded 320M calls,...

South Asia

•	Jiji set to launch classified ads marketplace in Bangladesh Jiji’s entrance into the Bangladesh market marks a pivotal step in its aggressive international growth strategy, positioning the company for success in both local and regional markets...

•	SLT-MOBITEL introduces ‘Unleash Your Business Potential’ providing next-generation digital tools to help SMEs CloudPulse offers simplified cloud services specifically designed for small businesses, featuring automated backups and secure remote access, making digital transformation accessible for companies with limited IT expertise...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	Virgin Media O2 issues 3G switch off reminder to Durham residents Virgin Media O2 has reminded residents in the city of Durham that the company’s 3G switch off programme will begin in the city on 2 April as part of a wider upgrade programme that will deliver faster and more reliable...

•	EE to bring 5G Standalone Network to over 28 million Brits by March end By the end of March, 5G Standalone will be live in more than 50 major towns and cities, where residents, visitors, and businesses will experience smoother video calls, better video streaming, and seamless browsing...

Global Telecom Update

•	Cloudflare advances industry’s first cloud-native quantum-safe Zero Trust solution By mid-2025, Cloudflare will extend this support to include all IP protocols, significantly broadening compatibility across most corporate applications and devices...

•	Digital Realty forms JV with BDIA to play in Indonesia’s data centre space Global data centre operator Digital Realty has officially entered Indonesia by forming a joint venture with Southeast Asian regional digital infrastructure platform provider Bersama Digital Infrastructure Asia (BDIA)...

•	Telenor, Jottacloud take on global cloud storage giants with new merger The joint venture, owned 50/50 by Hawk Infinity and Telenor Amp, will continue enhancing both Jottacloud and Min Sky, combining the best technology, expertise, and infrastructure from both companies...

Middle East

•	Orange Jordan partners with Amman Vision Transport to enhance smart transport system By providing reliable and fast internet connections for all Amman Vision buses and passenger stations, the agreement aims to improve the user experience and increase service efficiency...

•	Airalo and Gulf Air unite, showcasing sustainability and customer value in the GCC eSIMs from Airalo offer a digital alternative to traditional SIM cards, empowering travelers to purchase and install data plans directly on their devices before or upon arrival at their destination...

•	Reboot01 highlights growth and innovation in tech education at a media roundtable As it adapts to the shifting demands of markets across Bahrain and the GCC, Reboot01 remains a key driver in shaping the region’s technology landscape, contributing to sustainable development goals while reinforcing...

•	Sohar International partners with Ooredoo to empower SMEs in Oman The exclusive package from Sohar International and Ooredoo includes complimentary fixed services, flexible device financing, a compelling mobile offer, customizable Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions,...

North Africa

•	North Africa's fiber surge: Egypt leads broadband speed race Fiber deployments across North Africa surged in 2024, with Egypt maintaining its position as the regional leader in broadband performance...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	US music industry posts 100 million paid streaming users The US industry’s total revenue last year increased three percent to US$17.7 billion retail, the report said, up half a billion dollars from 2023...

•	Telkomsel and Novosol form video advertising partnership Indonesian market leading operator Telkomsel has signed a mobile video advertising deal with Novosol to boost high-margin mobile ad revenue in the country...

Satellite & Internet

•	Open Fiber extends Intracom FWA partnership Italy’s Open Fiber has extended its cooperation with Greek vendor Intracom Telecom to supply and deploy fixed wireless access (FWA) for Gigabit to the Home across the nation...

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