Recent research revealed that travelers from Qatar and the UAE had the best 5G roaming performance within the Gulf region, while Qatar is the fastest destination for 5G roamers from within the region. Conversely, roamers from Kuwait and the UAE experienced a significant drop in 5G network performance when roaming.

Read more: 5G: A Key Driver for Roaming Revenue Growth, Customer Retention in GCC

A panel of industry experts, representing prominent telecom companies, technology providers, and regulatory bodies, shed light on the transformative potential of 5G Advanced in various sectors and the ground-breaking initiatives that have set the stage for the 5G-Advanced revolution. In unity, they joined hands to announce 2024 as the first year of the 5G-A era in the Middle East.

Read more: Middle East Unites in the First Year of 5G-A

Alfa Telecom has revealed a significant three-year exclusive partnership with VOX Solutions. This collaboration focuses on controlling and optimizing international A2P (Application-to-Person) SMS and OTP (One-Time Password) voice traffic gateways.

Read more: Alfa Partners to Fortify Network Security and Combat Fraudulent Traffic

Inspired by Africa’s ‘Tree of Life’, Bayobab (formerly MTN GlobalConnect) is committed to providing Africa with next-gen digital solutions across its vast regions. With a foundation rooted in partnerships and a vision marked by ambitious and bold initiatives, Bayobab has successfully merged its rich heritage with its forward-looking aspirations.

Read more: Bayobab. Connecting Africa

In an era where technological innovation is advancing at an unprecedented pace, it’s easy for telecommunications companies to get lost in a market that’s swarmed with competitors. The ICT sector consists of several key segments, including IoT, AI, telecommunications, software and computer systems, 3D printing and cybersecurity.

Read more: The Power of Partnership in the ICT Ecosystem

The role of women in the ICT sector has been gaining momentum, and a panel of inspiring industry leaders recently came together to discuss their experiences, the value women bring to the table, gender equality in telecom and ICT fields, and the importance of diversity and inclusion at the 17th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit.

Read more: Empowering Change: Women Driving the ICT Sector Forward

Under its annual theme “Global. Regional. Digital,” the 17th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit successfully concluded its two-day gathering with the participation of a broad range of professionals, including telecom operators, telecom vendors, industry regulators, government officials, content providers, cybersecurity experts and consultants, among other attendees.

Read more: Global Impact, Regional Brilliance: Telecom Review's 17th Summit Soars to Success

During session 2 of the ICT Leaders’ Panel of the 17th Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit, a panel of esteemed experts gathered to discuss the regional and global outlooks of the ICT scene, major industry trends, the role of ICT leaders in supporting other sectors, and sharing best practices for achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Elias Saab, Chief Commercial Officer of Sofrecom, moderated this panel.

Read more: Invest, Innovate and Be Sustainable: How ICT Leaders Stay Ahead of Tech Evolution

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