Telecommunications
Telecommunications news covering 5G networks, broadband infrastructure, connectivity solutions, and telecom industry developments in Saudi Arabia and the region.
Huawei and Emirates Soar to New Heights with Groundbreaking Cooperation Agreement
Dubai, UAE: 8 May 2024 – Huawei, one of the world’s global tech giants, and Emirates, a global airline leader, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to solidify their cooperation. The signing ceremony took place on May 7th at the Emirates stand, at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024. In a move to strengthen their […]
Cisco Appoints David Meads to Lead Middle East, Africa, Romania, and CIS
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia May 8, 2024 – Cisco today announced that it has appointed David Meads as Vice President for the Middle East, Africa, Romania, and Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). He succeeds Reem Asaad who drove Cisco’s business in the region for more than four years. In this role, Meads will be responsible for Cisco’s strategy […]
stc announced its interim condensed consolidated financial results for the period ending at 31 March 2024
stc Group net profit for the first quarter of 2024 increased by 44.5% as compared to the previous quarter, and by 5.69% as compared to the comparable quarter of last year, and it distributes SAR 0.40 per share dividends for the 1st quarter of 2024. Riyadh, May 8, 2024 Revenues for the 1st quarter of 2024 […]
Hytera to present multi-front innovations for law enforcement and industrial safety at CCW 2024 in Dubai
Dubai, UAE – 8 May 2024 – Hytera, a leading global provider of professional communications technologies and solutions, today announced that a series of next-generation products will be officially unveiled at the upcoming Critical Communications World (CCW) 2024, taking place from 14-16 May at Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE. Serving the sector for over 20 years, CCW is back […]
Huawei Digital Power Showcases Innovative Solar Technologies at FusionSolar Day Oman
Muscat, Oman, May 7, 2024: Huawei Digital Power Middle East and Central Asia showcased its cutting-edge solar technologies at the recently concluded FusionSolar Day Oman in Muscat. The event, held in partnership with Value Added Partner Solis Depot, brought together Omani government representatives, solar industry leaders, and energy experts to witness the launch of Huawei’s […]
The SAMENA Council Leaders’ Summit on May 13th to Focus on Technology Integration in the 5.5G Era as well as Stakeholder Inclusion & Sustainable Development to Help Catalyze Digital Prosperity across Regions
Dubai, UAE, May 3, 2024 – SAMENA Telecommunications Council’s Leaders’ Summit 2024 is scheduled for May 13th at Atlantis – The Palm. The annual international industry-leadership meeting is being held under the theme “Evolving toward Integration, Intelligence & Sustainability in Infrastructure”, with chief patronage from the TDRA-UAE, global collaboration with ITU, platinum innovation partnership of Mobily, strategic partnerships […]
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stc Group Named “Telecom & Digital Service Provider of the Year” at Economy Middle East Summit 2024
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: 3 May 2024 – Economy Middle East awarded stc Group the “Telecom & Digital Service Provider of the Year” at its 2024 summit. Held in Abu Dhabi on 1 May, Economy Middle East brings together a number of Ministers and industry experts from across the private and public sectors under the theme “Accelerating […]
Huawei HiSec SASE Solution Wins Prestigious Network Security Innovator of the Year Award from UAE Cyber Security Council and ITP Media Group
Dubai, UAE, May 2, 2024, Huawei’s groundbreaking HiSec SASE Solution has been honored with the prestigious Network Security Innovator of the Year award at the 2024 Gulf Information Security Expo and Conference (GISEC). The award, jointly presented by the UAE Cyber Security Council and ITP Media Group, recognizes Huawei’s outstanding achievements in solution innovation, security capabilities, […]
Zain KSA Signs Sustainability Champions Charter with Ministry of Economy and Planning
Demonstrating its Pioneering Role in Sustainability, Zain KSA, the leading telecommunications and digital services provider in Saudi Arabia, has signed the ‘Sustainability Champions Initiative charter, a pivotal initiative spearheaded by the Ministry of Economy and Planning. The signing ceremony took place during the World Economic Forum’s Special Meeting, held in Riyadh. Recognized as one of […]
Huawei Cloud Demonstrates Web3 Innovations in Dubai
Dubai, UAE, April 26, 2024 – Huawei Cloud actively participated in several key Web3 events in Dubai as part of TOKEN2049 week, showcasing its cutting-edge cloud solutions and collaborating with industry partners to drive Web3 innovation across various domains, from infrastructure to the metaverse. During the events, Huawei Cloud engaged in meaningful discussions with industry leaders […]
Minister of Communications and Information Visits Innovative Telecom Leader Salam on Eid
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 21 April 2024 –Salam, acclaimed as the fastest-growing and most innovative Saudi telecommunications brand at the 2023 Global Brands Awards, had the distinct honor of welcoming His Excellency Eng. Abdullah bin Amer Al-Swaha, the Minister of Communications and Information Technology, at its headquarters in Riyadh. This visit, timed with the spirit of Eid, […]
Avaya Market Momentum Continues, Looks Ahead to Annual Customer Conference
— Leading global CX and communications solution provider summarizes key accomplishments over past business quarter for customers, partners, and the market — MORRISTOWN, NJ, April 18, 2024 —, Avaya, a global leader in customer experience and communications solutions, outlined continued business momentum, innovation, and industry leadership in the recent quarter as the company and its extended partner […]
Zain KSA Unveils 100% Saudi-made Fleet Management System
Boosting Local Content in the ICT Sector, Zain KSA, the leading telecommunications and digital services provider, has launched the first 100% Saudi made fleet management system for the business sector. This comprehensive solution incorporates state-of-the-art tracking devices designed, manufactured, and assembled locally. Leveraging the advanced capabilities of Zain Cloud and hosting all data locally, Zain KSA […]
Commvault Announces Acquisition of Appranix, Accelerating and Advancing Cyber Resilience for Enterprises Globally
Acquisition enables Commvault to solve a critical cyber resilience challenge facing enterprises today – rapidly rebuilding cloud applications after an outage or attack April 17, 2024 – Commvault, a leading provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for the hybrid cloud, today announced the acquisition of Appranix, a cloud cyber resilience company. Commvault is making this acquisition […]
Huawei ‘Imagine Wi-Fi 7’ Innovative Application Contest Launched in Partnership with KSU
Riyadh, KSA, April 17, 2024: Recognizing the critical role of Wi-Fi in shaping the future, the King Saud University (KSU) and Huawei have joined forces to launch the groundbreaking Huawei ‘Imagine Wi-Fi 7’ Innovative Application Contest. This collaborative initiative invites ICT practitioners across the Middle East and Central Asia (ME&CA) to share innovative ideas and […]
Telcos globally innovating to win business in crucial SMB market, says GlobalData
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are at the forefront of telcos’ global enterprise market focus as they pivot towards this lucrative market segment amidst intensifying competition and evolving economic landscapes. Recognizing SMBs as engines of economic growth, telcos are innovating their service offerings and forging strategic partnerships to capture a larger share of this dynamic […]
Virgin Mobile UAE and UAE PASS launch the UAEs first 100% digital eSIM onboarding journey.
April 3rd, 2024 Dubai, United Arab Emirates – In a market first for the UAE, Virgin Mobile UAE has integrated the UAE PASS into their App based eSIM onboarding journey, eliminating the need for customers to visit to a physical store or order a physical SIM for delivery. This digital first approach offers a more convenient and […]
5G beacon of hope in stagnated Hong Kong mobile services market, says GlobalData
The mobile services market in Hong Kong faces stagnation, with limited overall revenue growth projected despite the anticipated surge in 5G service adoption. While 5G represents a positive trend, the industry is expected to witness only marginal expansion, from $2.7 billion in 2023 to $2.9 billion in 2028, forecasts GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. […]
Acer Introduces New 5G CPE Router, Bringing the Speed and Convenience of Mobile Broadband to Homes and Small Businesses
Dubai, UAE (April 02, 2024) Acer today unveils the Connect X6E 5G CPE router for home users and small enterprises. The 5G CPE router from Acer delivers fast reliable broadband, making the connected home and accessibility to large scale IoT applications a reality without the need for fixed lines and re-wiring. Acer Connect X6E 5G CPE for the Connected Home With […]
stc Group celebrates the Inaugural Saudi Green Initiative Day
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 27 March 2024 – stc Group, an enabler of digital transformation, is proud to celebrate the inaugural Saudi Green Initiative (SGI) Day and showcase stc Group’s role in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s expansive ecosystem of environmental initiatives. In recognition of SGI Day, stc Group is focusing on its commitment to net-zero emissions […]
stc Group’s ‘Smart Bus’ Initiative Boosted Digital Knowledge for Thousands of Beneficiaries in the Kingdom
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 27 March, 2024: – stc Group, an enabler of digital transformation, today proudly announces the successful completion of the second phase of its ‘Smart Bus’ initiative. Part of the Group’s commitment to enriching lives through technology, the ‘Smart Bus’ initiative has made its final stop in the northern regions of the Kingdom, in partnership with […]
Avaya Aligns Unified Communication Portfolio to ‘Innovation Without Disruption’ Strategy; Announces New Communication and Collaboration Suite
Avaya Enables Customers to Choose Their Journey by Delivering Exceptional Employee Experiences Across On-Prem, Private Cloud and Public Cloud Environments Morristown, New Jersey – March 26, 2024 – Avaya, a global leader in customer experience and communications solutions, today announced the Avaya Communication and Collaboration Suite. This suite of solutions delivers customers with seamless communication and collaboration experiences […]