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IN THE SPOTLIGHT
From pioneering performance testing during the early broadband days, to advancing 5G and QoE-focused solutions, Hamdy Farid, SVP of Product at Ookla, discusses the company’s innovative technologies, their impact on the Middle East region, and key predictions for the future of connectivity with Telecom Review.
By Abdulghaffar Setareh, Chief Risk Officer, Zain Group; and Aloysius Cheang, Chief Security Officer, Huawei Middle East & Central Asia
In a significant move to bolster its international investment portfolio, stc Group, Saudi Arabia's leading digital enabler, has announced that it has received formal approval from the Spanish Council of Ministers to increase its voting rights in Telefónica.
In a move that reflects the UAE's leadership in the adoption of advanced technologies, especially in the telecommunications sector, the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) announced the launch of the fourth updated version of the National Frequency Plan, including the allocation of the 600 MHz and 6 GHz frequency bands for International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT) systems.
By 2030, the overall mobile subscriptions in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are expected to significantly reach 95 million, growing by 3% annually, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report.
In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, the surge in artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the mobile network sector at an unprecedented rate.
Sparkle, the first international service provider in Italy and among the top global operators, has announced the opening of an IP node in Genoa to meet the growing demand for internet transit driven by new technologies, multimedia platforms, and cloud-based services requiring highly efficient internet connectivity.
Enterprises are poised to experience a notable shift in priorities, with 60% of businesses now focusing on revenue growth, customer experience, and competitive positioning over cost-related goals for digital transformation, according to a GSMA Intelligence Research report.
Umniah has announced the launch of a project set to provide a new electronic signature service called eSignature. This project aims to enhance digital transformation and provide a smooth and convenient experience for customers by simplifying contract signing processes, consequently increasing operational efficiency and achieving environmental sustainability by reducing paper consumption.
Nokia has successfully completed a network slicing trial with du, the leading telecom and digital services provider. This trial is the UAE’s first live transport slicing deployment which will allow the service provider to operate a variety of network services that cater to different needs while remaining within the existing network infrastructure.
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From pioneering performance testing during the early broadband days, to advancing 5G and QoE-focused solutions, Hamdy Farid, SVP of Product at Ookla, discusses the company’s innovative technologies, their impact on the Middle East region, and key predictions for the future of connectivity with Telecom Review.
As the Kingdom continues its digital transformation under Vision 2030, Zain KSA has been at the forefront of innovation, delivering cutting-edge home connectivity solutions powered by the latest 5G technologies.
In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, the surge in artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the mobile network sector at an unprecedented rate.
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