Fixed broadband services have seen increasing speeds in the last few years across the Middle East, with Gulf countries leading the way in delivering high speed connectivity along with a host of broadband-based services such as TV and gaming channels.

Read more: Regional fixed broadband on the rise as telecom providers boost speed to cater to growing demand

The inaugural 5G MENA Awards, taking place on May 10 at the Conrad, Dubai, will provide the opportunity to celebrate the growth and innovation within the region's market. The very first 5G & LTE MENA Awards 2016 is an opportunity to praise, recognize and endorse the best in the industry - those leading the way in 5G research, product development and network architecture.

Read more: Don't miss the inaugural 5G World MENA Awards 2016

The International CES (Consumer Electronics Show), the world's gathering place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technologies, completed successfully with mind-blowing technology and inspiring innovations.

Owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), formerly the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), CES 2016, took place between 6 and 9 January, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Spanning the largest exhibit floor in the show's 49-year history, with 2.4 million net square feet of exhibit space and featuring more than 3,600 exhibitors who unveiled new products, including a record of 500 startups, the event kicked off with keynotes from the leaders of Netflix, GM and IBM.

Read more: Technology transforming the world, CES 2016

he Cisco 2016 Annual Security Report, which examines threat intelligence and cybersecurity trends, reveals that only 45 percent of organizations worldwide are confident in their security posture as today's attackers launch more sophisticated, bold and resilient campaigns.

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The 22nd edition of CABSAT will continue to drive disruptive innovation and monetization opportunities across the MENA film and audio entertainment media market.

Running March 8-10 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), CABSAT 2016 will welcome more than 15,000 regional and international visitors involved in the creation, management, distribution and monetization of content to explore pioneering products, technologies and regional investment avenues. The tailored event provides an opportunity for industry professionals to test, use and experience the latest equipment in the broadcast, satellite communication, content delivery and electronic media industries.

Read more: CABSAT 2016 to drive "Transformative" MENA entertainment media market