Telecommunications
Telecommunications news covering 5G networks, broadband infrastructure, connectivity solutions, and telecom industry developments in Saudi Arabia and the region.

stc group and Red Sea Global sign a strategic partnership to drive the digital success of RSG destinations
Offering latest communication technologies at tourist sites on Red Sea coast Riyadh, 05 November 2023: stc group, an engine of digital transformation, has signed a strategic partnership with Red Sea Global (RSG), marking a significant milestone. This agreement aims to facilitate digital transformation and empower tourist destinations along the Red Sea coast by adopting state-of-the-art communication […]

Samsung and etisalat by e& partner with Emirates Nature-WWF to drive sustainable change in the UAE
In its latest sustainability campaign, Samsung and etisalat by e& will contribute part of proceeds from Galaxy device sales on Samsung.com and etisalat by e& channels to Emirates Nature-WWF Dubai, UAE, November 06, 2023: Samsung Gulf Electronics has joined hands with Emirates Nature-WWF in the UAE to enhance and restore natural ecosystems. In collaboration with etisalat […]

du Signs Strategic MoU with Splunk to Forge a Path in Digital Resilience
Dubai, UAE: 3 November, 2023 – du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Splunk, the cybersecurity and observability leader, to enhance digital resilience in the UAE. This collaborative endeavour aims to support digital resilience in the country and usher in a new era of data security and operational […]

Ericsson unveils software toolkit for premium services with differentiated 5G connectivity
Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) has launched a new software toolkit to strengthen 5G Standalone network capabilities and enable premium services with differentiated connectivity. The portfolio enhancement comes as the growth of new use cases and rising mobile user expectations on the quality of 5G experience are putting greater demands on network capacity and performance. The toolkit […]

du partners with Dubai Health Authority to revolutionise cloud infrastructure and digital applications
The partnership will pave the way for enhanced efficiency and seamless digital transformation. Dubai, UAE, 2 November, 2023 – du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), today announced a strategic collaboration with Dubai Health Authority (DHA) to transform the cloud infrastructure of all critical digital applications. The partnership aims to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and bolster the […]

Opensignal: Saudi Companies Shine as 5G Global Rising Stars
Jeddah: Making a significant impact in the realm of 5G, Saudi Arabia garners noteworthy recognition in the latest findings. Within Group I, the commendable performances of Mobily and STC, two leading Saudi operators, have earned them the prestigious title of 5G Global Rising Stars. With remarkable year-on-year progress of 13.8% and 13.3%, respectively, in Opensignal […]

stc group collaborates with Microsoft to unlock the potential of innovation in corporate digital transformation
During Microsoft CEO & Chairman Satya Nadella’s visit to stc group 02 November 2023; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – stc group, an engine of digital transformation, today announced the expansion of its strategic partnership with Microsoft to further advance its digitalization and drive innovation across Saudi Arabia. As part of the partnership, the organizations will jointly develop and deploy cutting-edge solutions that will […]

Samsung concludes successful GITEX GLOBAL presence with etisalat by e&
Dubai, October 28, 2023: Samsung Gulf Electronics marked another successful GITEX GLOBAL participation by extending its strategic partnership with etisalat by e&, to create new connected experiences. This strategic collaboration is designed to enhance the quality of life and convenience of consumers in the UAE and demonstrate how Samsung supports the UAE’s vision of a connected, […]

Huawei and Mindware showcased optical network innovations at ISP Summit 2023 in Iraq
Baghdad, Iraq, Oct 27, 2023 – Huawei, a leading provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, together with strategic partner Mindware, successfully hosted the ISP Summit 2023 in Baghdad, Iraq. The event brought together industry leaders to address the increasing demand for broadband services and explored opportunities to accelerate the deployment of all-optical Internet […]

etisalat by e& Partners with Netcracker on the Largest Full-Stack BSS Transformation Project in the Middle East
WALTHAM, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– Netcracker Technology and etisalat by e& announced today a strategic partnership for a large-scale, multi-year BSS transformation project delivering innovation across the business and all customers. etisalat by e& was founded in Abu Dhabi more than four decades ago and is UAE’s first telecommunications company. The company has been on a journey to transform […]

ROYAL COMMISSION FOR ALULA AND SAUDI TELECOM COMPANY SOLIDIFY 15-YEAR PLAN TO IMPROVE TELECOMS IN ALULA COUNTY
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 25 October 2023: The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has cemented its alliance with Saudi Telecom Company (STC), affirming a 15-year collaboration announced at the seventh annual Future Investment Initiative in Riyadh. This partnership showcases the joint vision of RCU and STC to drive AlUla’s digital transformation. As part of this venture, STC […]

Huawei’s David Wang: UBB5.5G Maximizes Digital Productivity
At UBBF 2023, Huawei releases 10 Gbps City Initiative with partners UAE Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), Omdia, etisalat by e&, MTN South Africa, and others, enabling new growth for digital economy. [Dubai, UAE, October 25, 2023] At the 9th Ultra-Broadband Forum (UBBF 2023), David Wang, Huawei’s Executive Director of the Board and […]

Premier Inn Middle East Elevates Guest Experience with HPE Aruba Networking
Premier Inn, a leading British hotel brand with hotels in several key regions including the United Kingdom, Germany, United Arab Emirates, and Qatar, is making significant strides in elevating guest experiences. With a portfolio of 11 hotels in the region, Premier Inn has consistently offered top-notch accommodation. Today, Premier Inn Middle East has announced a transformative collaboration with HPE […]

KT, Hyundai E&C, and stc group jointly cooperate to take the lead in building digital infrastructure for Saudi Arabia’s next 50 years
▶ KT, Hyundai Engineering and Construction, and stc group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Digital Infrastructure Business in Saudi Arabia. ▶ Saudi Vision 2030 aims to diversify industries and achieve economic goals through DX innovation. ▶ Saudi Arabia’s digital innovation partner has partnered with Korea’s telecommunications industry to leverage their capabilities. Riyadh,24 Oct: KT, in collaboration […]

Huawei Cloud Partner Forum Paves New Values and Strategies for Partner Success across Middle East and Central Asia
Dubai, UAE, October 24, 2023 – On the sidelines of GITEX GLOBAL 2023, Huawei introduced the new GoCloud and GrowCloud partner development frameworks in line with the theme of “Go Together, Grow Together”. These frameworks aim to help partners build competitive offerings based on Huawei Cloud and drive customer acquisition and revenue growth. Fostering a vibrant […]

Juniper Networks Unveils the Industry’s First Distributed Security Services Architecturefor Unmatched Scalability and Operational Simplicity
Unified security management integrated with best-in-class routing, firewalling and AI-predictive threat prevention to deliver essential security capabilities to the modern data center Dubai, KSA, October 23, 2023 – Juniper Networks , the leader in secure, AI-driven networks, announced the expansion of its Connected Security portfolio with new products and capabilities that empower organizations to seamlessly extend security services and Zero Trust […]

Ministry of Climate Change and Environment puts the environment centre stage at GITEX Global 2023 by signing an MoU with “Etisalat by e&”
Dubai, UAE- 21 October 2023: The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) concluded its participation in GITEX Global 2023, with environmental and climate discussions at the GITEX IMPACT platform and signed an MoU with the Emirates Telecommunications Group Company PJSC (Etisalat). During GITEX, MOCCAE showcased its latest technical projects, including the digital services available on […]

Mobily concludes its participation in Capacity Europe 2023 with big partnerships and announcements
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 22 October 2023: Mobily, the leading telecommunications provider in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, participated as a Dimond Sponsor in Capacity Europe 2023, a prominent event held in London from October 17 to October 19. This significant event brought together Global telecom carriers and ICT infrastructure companies and providers and industry leaders, […]

SAMENA ACCELERATOR on 10Giga Reinforces Critical Role of Fixed Networks in Regional Socio-Economic Development
Dubai. October 21, 2023. SAMENA (South Asia Middle East North Africa) Telecommunications Council held its SAMENA ACCELERATOR on 10 Gigabit digital infrastructure on October 13th in Dubai, conducted in collaboration with its member and main technology partner, Huawei Technologies. Building on the 2021 edition of SAMENA ACCELERATOR, which focused on improving fiberization policies, addressing regulatory and procedural challenges, as […]

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Huawei unveils F5G Green Intelligent OptiX Network to accelerate industry intelligence
Dubai, UAE, October 20, 2023, At GITEX GLOBAL 2023, Huawei showcased its F5G Green Intelligent OptiX Network scenario-specific solutions that enable industry intelligence through cutting-edge technologies and scenario innovations, and shared application practices with global customers and partners in various industries. Industry digitalization unleashes the potential of optical technologies, while the development of optical technologies […]

etisalat by e& Standardizes on Red Hat for Greater Innovation, Consistency and Scalability Across Hybrid Cloud
Service provider consolidates platform strategy on Red Hat technologies including Red Hat OpenShift for cloud-native workloads DUBAI, UAE, GITEX – 19 OCTOBER 2023 – Red Hat, Inc., the world’s leading provider of open source solutions, today announced that etisalat by e&, telecom arm of e& (formerly known as Etisalat Group), has chosen to standardize on Red […]

The industry’s smartest fridge: Samsung’s Family Hub™ Refrigerator Debuts at GITEX GLOBAL In Partnership with etisalat by e&
The partnership is driven by Samsung’s unparalleled ecosystem, leveraging connectivity and seamless integration across appliances, mobile devices, and TVs Dubai, October 19 2023: Samsung Gulf Electronics in partnership with etisalat by e&, has unveiled its groundbreaking Family Hub™ Refrigerator at GITEX GLOBAL. The refrigerator is equipped with cutting-edge technology, designed to enhance connectivity and entertainment for families right […]
