The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) of Bahrain held a series of briefings with telecom operators this month to discuss the new economic regulatory framework, a key step towards achieving single network in the kingdom.
Etisalat updates network for 5G
Etisalat has announced that it is in the process of upgrading its mobile networks over the next three months as it prepares to meet future requirements for 5G networks, Internet of Things, and other modern technologies.
Winners of 9th Network World ME Awards announced
CNME once again honoured the region’s top networking talents from both vendors and end-users at the annual Network World Middle East (NWME) Awards.
UAE residents can now enjoy faster WiFi in every room, on every device
Etisalat has bannounced the launch of the UAE’s first home Wi-Fi designed to deliver super-fast, reliable, and non-stop connectivity when deployed in every room.
Saudi Arabia’s ITC and Sofrecom sign ICT deal
Saud Arabia’s Integrated Telecom Company (ITC) and Sofrecom, an Orange Group subsidiary, signed an agreement to lead the Outside Plant (OSP) implementation and management in all regions of the Kingdom for the next 3.5 years.
5G, IoT promise to solve complex business challenges, says Huawei chief
Huawei, during its participation at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, shared its vision for a collaborative ecosystem that could stimulate innovation and the development of 5G, All-Cloud network, video, and IoT technologies.
UAE-based du ties up with Nokia for 5G
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company, has announced that it will be working with Nokia to trial 3GPP standardised 5G New Radio non-standalone technology, and subsequently deploy live 5G sites in selected areas in the UAE.
Access to fast internet to become a legal right in Germany
A coalition between Chancellor Angela Merkel’s conservatives and the Social Democrats (SPD) has recently proposed a legislation that would give …
Etisalat pushes to “cloudify the network” with new consortium
Etisalat has announced its plans to work with a consortium of global technology leaders to introduce a new vendor agnostic platform that will aim to provide cloud telecom infrastructure to host emerging futuristic technologies and services.
UAE leads the world in fibre optic connectivity
The UAE has ranked first for having the highest Fiber to the Home (FTTH) penetration among all its global counterparts.
Nokia unveils new services to cater to the digital era
To address rising security threats to telecom networks, Nokia has launched its Security Risk Index assessment service and Managed Security …
British Airways keep passengers connected during long-haul flights
British Airways has announced that it will be implementing high-speed Wi-Fi to three of its long-haul aircrafts. According to the airline, it plans to connect 118 of its long-haul aircraft over the next two years.
Infoblox gets new chief information officer
Infoblox has announced that it has appointed Brad Bell as chief information officer (CIO) of Infoblox.
Saudi homes to get high-speed fibre Internet connectivity
Saudi Telecom Company (STC) and Corning Incorporated have announced that Corning will supply fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) optical solutions to STC, providing high-speed connectivity for its national network.