Using millimeter wave (mmWave) spectrum and 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), Nokia has announced it sustained average downlink rates of over 2 Gigabits per second (Gbps) across a distance of 10.86 kilometers.
ZainTech, the one-stop digital solutions powerhouse of Zain Group, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Mastercard to create unique data-driven and innovative solutions for businesses across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The partnership will help streamline clients’ operations, including enhancing productivity and cost savings.
Ericsson announced the hosting of the e& delegation at its Headquarters in Sweden. The e& team had an immersive tour led by the Ericsson management team and a group of experts and showcasing the current global tech status in 2023, the future of technology and more. The group held discussions about key topics like leadership and the latest innovations.
Nokia has announced an expansion of its Fixed Network solutions suite available through a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model with the launch of AVA Fixed Network Insights, which will enable operators to strengthen their customer service offering while reducing operating costs.
Nokia announced the global launch of new products to further enhance its industry-leading AirScale baseband portfolio, which combines ultra-high performance and capacity with extreme energy efficiency.
Intracom Middle East FZ-LLC, a leading telecom solutions provider in the Gulf region, announces the appointment of Andreas Serras as General Manager, following Mohamed Maghraby’s departure from the company on March 6th, 2023.
Nokia has announced its groundbreaking solution for Android smartphone users, allowing them to now purchase and activate network slices on demand from their operator. This access will be available exclusively to Android 14 users. End consumers will be able to significantly improve their experience across various applications, including social networking, streaming, broadcasting and gaming. The technology enables operators to charge for premium network slices in specific locations based on consumer demand, one of the various ways they can monetize 5G slicing services.
stc Group, the digital enabler in the region, announced the collaboration strategy today, which includes a partnership with Huawei to build the industry’s best cloud infrastructure and deliver the highest service experience to its end users.
Fortinet, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, has announced new product and service additions to its FortiFlex program, delivering flexible licensing options to customers. FortiFlex already includes a complete suite of virtualized solutions for protecting cloud and virtual data center deployments and now supports services for physical FortiGate next-generation firewall (NGFW) appliances. FortiFlex is also available via a private offer in AWS Marketplace as an additional purchasing option.
Nokia announced the results of its new research report, the Nokia MEA Mobile Broadband Index, which provides a comprehensive overview of the MEA region’s mobile broadband landscape. The in-depth report highlights the steady growth of 5G in the Middle East and Africa region (MEA) as well as its impact on digital transformation. It confirms that the Middle East is far ahead of Africa in terms of 5G adoption, while many operators in Africa are still developing their business models around 4G. Voice traffic still relies on 2G and 3G networks in many parts of the region.
