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stc Kuwait Pilots 5G New Calling

stc Kuwait has announced the successful where information flows seamlessly, with
completion of a ‘pilot test’ of 5G New reduced latency and enhanced reliability.
Calling technology, claiming a national and Following the success of the 5G New
regional first. The new technology – which Calling pilot test, STC is primed to transform
STC indicates it will launch commercially the telecom industry, providing superior
‘soon’ – supports interactive HD video user experiences, enhanced security, and
communication and features such as cost-effective solutions for enterprises
‘video calls with real-time translations, across various verticals. Having said that,
speech-to-text capabilities, screen sharing, we are deeply committed to staying ahead
an interactive visual menu, and Enterprise of the curve, investing in research and
ID cards.’ CTO Fahad Al Ali declared: ‘The development, and pushing the boundaries
potential of 5G goes beyond just speed, it of what is possible in the telecom sector.’
is about creating an interconnected world

stc Bahrain Wins “Best Economic Performance” at Al Bilad Awards for
Corporate Social Responsibility

stc Bahrain, a world-class digital enabler, has Responsibility award for “Best Economic Bahrain’s graduate development program,
been awarded the Al-Bilad Corporate Social Performance”. The award is in honor of stc “jeel ICT”. The initiative is in line with the
Kingdom of Bahrain’s vision to invest in
building the next generation of Bahrain’s
workforce by providing opportunities for
skill and talent development. In partnership
with the Ministry of Labor, Bahrain
Economic Development Board (EDB) and
Tamkeen, “jeel ICT” is designed to carve
out the next generation of Bahraini techno-
commercial professionals, training the
youth in the new age skill sets and give them
opportunities to test their skills in a real-
time corporate environment. Commenting
on the award, Shaikh Zeyad Al Khalifa, the
Chief Government Affairs Officer at stc
Bahrain said, “We are incredibly proud to be
recipients of this award in recognition of our
continuous efforts to empower Bahrain’s
youth and to enable the growth of essential
tech skills to build the Kingdom’s digital
economy. As part of our CSR strategy, we
are dedicated to fostering a skilled and
talented workforce, playing a significant role
in driving the nation’s digital transformation
and economic development.” “jeel ICT”
program, will train selected university
students to participate in a training program
at stc Bahrain, investing in their career
development through coaching, mentoring,
and building their professional skill sets.
Upon completion the program, a number of
“jeel ICT” trainees will be offered a full-time
employment opportunity at the company.

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