M360 MENA is set to bring together leaders from across the technology, telecoms, and government sectors in Doha, Qatar, on November 18-19, 2024. Lara Dewar, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), GSMA, spoke to Telecom Review ahead of the event to share her insights.

Read more: Unlocking MENA’s Potential: GSMA’s M360 Summit to Ignite Innovation in Doha

At this year's MBBF conference, Huawei made “MAGICSwave” with a groundbreaking demonstration of its all-weather all-terrain microwave technology.

Read more: Huawei's 5.5G Microwave Tech: All-scenario Deployment, All-weather Reliability, and All-frequency...

In its quest to solidify its role as a leader in Oman's digital transformation, Ooredoo Oman won’t stop until it positions itself as the undisputed leader in Oman. Expanding on this trajectory, Quique Vivas, Chief Commercial Officer, Ooredoo Oman, shared his expertise from a commercial perspective with Telecom Review.

Read more: Ooredoo Oman: Fast and Furious in Adopting a Digital-First Strategy

In a detailed exclusive interview, Telecom Review spoke to Omar Al-Anni, President & Chief Executive Officer, TelcoBrain Technologies Inc. to learn more about their disruptive approach of automating the entire process and providing businesses with accurate, real-time, and continuous insights that align end-to-end technology infrastructure with business objectives.

Read more: TelcoBrain: Redefining Technology Evolution Standards of Telecom and Beyond

In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, Sheikh Ali Bin Jabor Bin Mohammad Al Thani, Chief Executive Officer of Ooredoo Qatar, highlighted the company’s strategic efforts and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven solutions that are shaping the digital and connectivity landscape of Qatar.

Read more: Ooredoo Qatar: Advancing Connectivity and Innovative Solutions in the 5.5G Era

In 2019, Zain KSA's fintech arm, Tamam, made history by securing the first micro-lending license from the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA). This milestone ushered in a new era for micro-lending services across the Kingdom. Designed to comply fully with both Islamic Sharia principles and SAMA’s regulatory framework, Tamam’s system operates via a streamlined digital platform, enabling citizens and residents to obtain instant loan approvals safely and conveniently. This breakthrough has dramatically enhanced financial inclusion, providing broader access to essential financial services and supporting the objectives of the Financial Sector Development Program, a key pillar of Saudi Vision 2030.

Read more: Tamam CEO, Yousef Al Musaileem: "We've Pioneered a Transformative Digital Experience in the Kingdom"

At the MBBF conference, Huawei unveiled a groundbreaking innovation: the Ambient Site solution. This revolutionary approach not only sets the stage for enhanced network intelligence but also optimizes Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and improves user experiences. Fred Wang, Vice President of Huawei's SingleRAN Product Line, described this innovation as a comprehensive vision for fully digitalized telecom sites, representing a significant advancement in the industry.

Read more: Fred Wang on Huawei’s Groundbreaking Ambient Site Solution   

Along the sidelines of GITEX 2024, Telecom Review conducted an exclusive interview with Rami Osman, Director for Business Development, MediaTek Middle East and Africa. He emphasized how MediaTek is strengthening its market presence in the region by focusing on providing exceptional value through strategic collaborations with OEMs, ODMs, and telecom operators.

Read more: MediaTek’s Push for Affordable 5G and AIoT Innovation in the MEA Region

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