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March 25, 2025

Featured Member News

Omantel elevates ‘Baiti’ plans with double speeds and exclusive entertainment

Omantel has announced significant upgrades to its Baiti home internet plans, doubling speeds for customers on two-year contracts without any price increase. This enhancement responds to growing household demands for faster, more reliable connectivity...

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New Cullen International service helps IoT industry navigate global regulatory challenges

Cullen International has launched a new regulatory intelligence service for the Internet of Things (IoT), providing in-depth benchmarks on IoT connectivity regulations across 65 countries...

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Bringing fiber to the next billion homes: Nokia automates fiber deployments with Broadband Easy

The digital platform gives operators full visibility and control of the entire fiber rollout process, while advanced automation and AI models help ensure design, installations, and budget of the project are optimized...

Policy and Regulation

•	ITU Journal explores GeoAI innovation for the good of humanity The ITU Journal on Future and Evolving Technologies continues exploring how emerging technologies are shaping our digital and sustainable future...

•	Saudi Arabia concludes its participation in the 2025 World Youth Summit in Cuba Saudi Arabia, represented by a national delegation led by the Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST), participated in the 2025 Global Youth Summit...

Middle East

•	Dubai International Chamber facilitates Emtelle expansion into Indonesia Dubai International Chamber facilitated Emtelle's expansion into Indonesia by brokering a partnership with PT Fajar Mitra Krida Abadi, aiming to enhance Indonesia's broadband infrastructure with Emtelle's fiber...

•	StartUp in partnership deal to boost Bahrain SMEs' digital growth The partnership aims to support the next generation of Bahraini entrepreneurs by enabling them to optimize resource management, organize their time effectively, and oversee the financial aspects of their businesses with...

•	Orange Jordan launches incubation phase for 2024 Entrepreneurship Hackathon finalists The incubation phase, which will be supported by Orange Incubators under the umbrella of Orange Digital Centers (ODC), provides entrepreneurs with training, mentoring, networking opportunities, and logistical support...

South Asia

•	Starlink granted provisional permission to operate in Pakistan Pakistan has granted Starlink provisional approval to operate, aiming to expand internet access, particularly in underserved regions, though formal licensing and security protocols are still under negotiation...

•	Bangladesh Submarine Cable Company cuts internet bandwidth prices by 10% Internet prices across the board are likely to drop after the Bangladesh Submarine Cable Company (BSCC) announced a 10 percent reduction in the cost of all types of internet bandwidth...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	Paramount+ to launch premium and ad-tier plans in DACH Paramount+, the global streaming service from Paramount, will debut two new subscription tiers in Germany, Switzerland and Austria (DACH) this year...

•	Tele2 adds Max streaming by Warner Bros. Discovery to TV catalogue Tele2's partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery integrates Max streaming into its TV service, providing customers with a unified entertainment experience and access to a broad range of premium content...

North Africa

•	Morocco strengthens AI collaboration with the U.S. to boost digital competitiveness The partnership could provide Morocco with access to cutting-edge technologies, improve its digital infrastructure, and attract vital AI-sector investments...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	Unitel expands 4G network in Angola Angolan operator Unitel has strengthened its 4G network in multiple locations to enhance voice and data services...

•	VMO2 scores with 5G O-RAN to improve sports mobile experience This project validated that O-RAN can effectively enhance mobile network performance and reduce congestion in high-density event settings, demonstrating its potential to revolutionize future mobile connectivity...

Satellite & Internet

•	SpaceX preps new Starlink dishes, including one for gigabit speeds SpaceX is developing a new Starlink dish meant to offer gigabit internet to customers, a big boost from current download speeds, which are closer to 200Mbps...

•	Backbone infrastructure completed for Fijian island Backbone telecommunications network provider Telecom Fiji has announced the successful completion of the Savusavu to Labasa Fibre Project, described as a major milestone in enhancing digital connectivity across Vanua Levu...

Global Telecom Update

•	Vodafone’s VOXI Mobile youth-focused network reaches a million subscribers VOXI Mobile's success in reaching one million subscribers underscores its effective strategy of targeting Gen Z with tailored, flexible mobile services and innovative features like AI-powered customer support...

•	Veon and Airspan partner on Open RAN and air-to-land tech for Kyivstar Veon has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airspan Networks to collaborate on Open RAN and air-to-land network solutions for Veon’s Ukrainian operator Kyivstar...

•	Telia, Telenor embark on 2G shutdown campaign in Norway To ensure a smooth transition from the 2G network shutdown, set to begin in Norway this autumn, Telia and Telenor are collaborating on a public awareness campaign to inform users and businesses about upgrading to 4G/5G and...

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