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May 5, 2025

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Ooredoo Kuwait partners with Chalhoub Group to expand Nojoom Loyalty Program benefits

In a strategic move to enhance customer experience and reinforce its leadership in digital telecommunications and lifestyle services, Ooredoo Kuwait has announced a landmark partnership with Chalhoub Group, the region’s leading luxury fashion and beauty retailer...

Oman’s TRA introduces new regulations for international telecommunications cables

The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) of Oman has issued Decision No. 1111, introducing a “Bylaw on Regulating International Telecommunications Cables” to enhance the country’s telecom infrastructure and regulatory framework...

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Mobily obtains ISO certificate for customer experience

Mobily has obtained the certificate of (ISO 9001:2015) in the field of Customer Experience for the second time, after successfully passing the evaluation and audit stages of the quality of services provided, the adopted...

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Nokia demonstrates the power of its flagship Wi-Fi 7 solution at Apex Legends Global Series esports gaming event

Nokia announced that it will showcase its Beacon 24 device at the ALGS esports gaming event, allowing fans and gamers to see firsthand the power of its Wi-Fi 7 solution for eGaming applications...

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Huawei releases AI Data Lake Solution, positioned to accelerate industry intelligence

By integrating data storage, data management, resource management, and the AI toolchain, the AI Data Lake Solution delivers a high-quality AI corpus and speeds up model training and inference, empowering enterprises to...

Policy and Regulation

•	CST holds the 11th Edition of the ICT Indicators Forum in May 2025 The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) will hold the 11th "ICT Indicators Forum 2025" on May 12, 2025 at its headquarters in Riyadh, in partnership with IDC Saudi Arabia...

•	Oman’s TRA introduces new regulations for international telecommunications cables The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) of Oman has issued Decision No. 1111, introducing a “Bylaw on Regulating International Telecommunications Cables” to enhance the country’s telecom...

South Asia

•	Banglalink boosts mobile data, voice, and bundle packs by up to 25% According to a statement from the operator, customers will now receive up to 20% more data, 22% more voice minutes, and 25% more value on mix bundles...

•	ARY Digital Network and Paklaunch form strategic alliance to boost Pakistan’s tech ecosystem This strategic alliance aims to accelerate innovation, entrepreneurship, and investment in Pakistan’s rapidly evolving tech landscape...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	Roku to acquire streamer Frndly TV Roku has entered into an agreement to acquire Frndly TV, a subscription streaming service that offers live TV, on-demand video, and cloud-based DVR...

•	DishTV launches exclusive digital content segment ‘FLIQS’ The platform offers a diverse selection of digital content within the DishTV Watcho app, including films, web series, and short-form videos, in both regional and international languages...

Global Telecom Update

•	Cloudflare partners with FS-ISAC to strengthen cybersecurity in financial sector With a focus on increasing threat analysis on behalf of the financial sector, this partnership will enrich FS-ISAC’s actionable insights through direct access to Cloudflare’s data and extensive global network...

•	SKT pledges to take responsibility for travelers unable to switch SIMs SK Telecom noted a sharp increase in customer visits to airport roaming centers, including at Incheon International Airport, ahead of the early-May holiday season...

•	Money Fellows raises US$13 million in strategic funding to enhance financial inclusion in Africa The new investment aims to enhance and upgrade the company’s digital platform, especially as its user base expands to over 8.5 million users and it continues to collaborate with more than 350 local and regional...

Middle East

•	Beyond ONE launches FRiENDi Pay in Oman Building on FRiENDi Mobile’s established reputation serving more than 750,000 Oman users, FRiENDi Pay offers a comprehensive financial solution for all Oman residents and citizens seeking hassle-free money transfers...

•	Zendata partners with Reboot01 to develop Bahraini cybersecurity talent Through this partnership, Zendata is integrating Bahraini developers trained at Reboot01 into its multiple cyber security products and R&D projects, directly supporting the security posture of its global clientele...

•	Jordan and Qatar discuss strengthening cooperation in telecom and postal sectors The meeting is part of ongoing efforts to enhance pan-Arab cooperation in telecom and postal services, enabling the exchange of successful expertise and experiences...

•	UAE schools to begin teaching mandatory AI classes from age of four Starting from the next academic year, AI will be taught from reception to grade 12 in the hope that future generations can develop a deep understanding of AI from a technical perspective...

North Africa

•	AWS partners with Orange to deploy edge cloud technology in Morocco and Senegal The partnership leverages Orange’s extensive African presence, spanning 18 countries and serving over 298 million customers globally...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	Airtel Uganda expands 4G network coverage Airtel Uganda said the new base station in Kazo will not only drive digital inclusion for residents, but also create financial and employment prospects...

•	Indonesia partners to build a comprehensive 5G ecosystem These collaborations are central to the country’s broader vision of accelerating digital transformation and fostering innovation across various sectors...

Satellite & Internet

•	Intelsat and Axess partner for seamless coverage of the Americas Intelsat announced that it is expanding its partnership with Hispasat’s teleport operator and satellite services provider Axess Networks to provide satellite communications services throughout the Americas...

•	Guam gets gigabit speeds via DOCOMO PACIFIC multi-million network These plans deliver faster speeds and superior reliability to homes and businesses across Guam and CNMI...

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