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

Zain KSA Announces the Expansion of its GeForce NOW Cloud Gaming Platform to Serve Regional Markets
In Conjunction with MWC Barcelona, ● Zain KSA is the region’s only telecommunications provider that offers GeForce NOW service. ● Subscribers of regional telecom operators will soon be able to access the GeForce NOW cloud game library from Zain KSA and enjoy the most powerful cloud gaming features. Zain KSA announced that it has […]

Huawei powers the digital economy with the launch of new intelligent solutions for enterprises and telcos
[March 3, 2022] At MWC Barcelona 2022, Huawei announced the launch of new intelligent solutions to empower enterprises and telcos, power the digital economy, and accelerate digital transformation across various industries. On the enterprise front, Huawei showcased a variety of solutions including: All-new upgrades to its Intelligent Cloud-Network Solution. This includes upgrades in three major […]

Zain KSA and Ericsson sign Charging agreement at #MWC22
Zain KSA is extending its partnership with Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) to upgrade and modernize its Charging systems. The scope of the partnership includes upgrades across hardware, software, and services. Ericsson will modernize Zain KSA’s systems while upgrading Ericsson Charging, Ericsson Mediation, Ericsson Activation and Ericsson CSS (Communication Solution Server); Ericsson’s strategic platform for next-generation intelligent-network […]

Huawei unveils its latest products and solutions at MWC Barcelona #MWC22
[March 2, 2022] In line with Huawei’s goal to support its customers thrive in a digital economy, Huawei unveiled various products and solutions at this year’s MWC Barcelona. This includes the company’s third-generation TDD M-MIMO products and FDD ultra-wideband multi-antenna products. Huawei also introduced its newly released IntelligentRAN architecture during the show. Huawei also held […]

Huawei and Middle East Carriers Meet to Discuss the Digital Wave and Techniques to Accelerate Operations Transformation #MWC22
Forum highlights the right path for operations transformation working with carriers and industry leaders in the Middle East region Middle East, March 2, 2022: Huawei hosted a high-profile Operations Transformation Forum for leading Middle East carriers on the sidelines of the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The Forum aimed to create a platform for close […]

stc pay Explored the Progression of Future Connectivity at MWC Barcelona 2022 #MWC22
RIYADH, March 2, 2022 – stc pay, MENA’s most prominent digital wallet and a leading regional operator in fintech providing innovative and secure digital financial services, participated at this year’s Mobile World Conference Barcelona which took place recently. MWC is the most influential annual event for the connectivity industry and brings together world-leading companies to […]

During MWC Barcelona Zain KSA Signs an MoU with Huawei to Enhance Digital Infrastructure #MWC22
Barcelona, 1 March, 2022: Zain KSA, a leading telecommunications and digital services provider in Saudi Arabia, signed an MoU with Huawei to enhance its digital infrastructure and strengthen its value proposition by providing its individual and business clients with the best digital experience and the most innovative services. The announcement was made on the sidelines […]

Zain KSA Launches 5G LAN During MWC Barcelona Becomes First Operator in MENA to Adopt the Technology #MWC22
After launching 5G Stand-Alone in the Kingdom, Zain KSA becomes first operator to provide 5G LAN technology in the region. 5G LAN provides businesses with an unmatched experience with high of reliability and security. Pioneering breakthrough technologies, Zain KSA has announced the launch of the 5G local area network (5G LAN), becoming the first operator […]

Etisalat UAE in collaboration with Huawei to jointly launch the first 5G Edge Box in the Middle East
UAE, March 1, 2022: Etisalat UAE part of e& and Huawei – a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices – today announced the successful test of cloud-native centric ‘5G Edge Computing platform’. The announcement follows an agreement by both parties to further strengthen their partnership with an aim […]

Huawei joins forces with Manga Productions to introduce new and unique experiences
Dubai, UAE, 1 March 2022: Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) announced a strategic collaboration with Manga Productions, a subsidiary company of the Mohammed bin Salman MiSK Foundation, to provide users in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Spain, Germany, Italy, Indonesia, and India, with an immersive digital experience. The partnership allows users to discover Manga […]

Huawei seeks to ‘Light up the Future’ at #MWC22
Rotating Chairman Guo Ping speaks on the company’s plan to continue its globalization strategy and increase its strategic investment into foundational technologies [March 1, 2022] At this year’s MWC Barcelona, Huawei is meeting with global operators, industry partners, and thought leaders for discussions on topics including 5G business success, green technology, IT growth, and the […]

Huawei’s BladeAAU Pro Drives New 5G Growth for du
[February 28, 2022] du, a leading mobile operator in the UAE, has successfully placed Huawei’s next-generation BladeAAU Pro into commercial use. The new BladeAAU Pro provides an innovative and simplified solution for du’s 5G commercial deployment by unlocking new possibilities of its 5G business development in innovative scenarios, spurring on du 5G business growth. Operators […]

Huawei’s Ryan Ding: GUIDE to a Better Digital Economy #MWC22
[February 28, 2022] At the Huawei Day 0 Forum held the day before Mobile World Congress 2022, Ryan Ding, Huawei’s Executive Director and President of the Carrier Business Group, said that operators can work on connection density, computing diversity, and carbon reduction intensity, and called on operators to join Huawei in its GUIDE business blueprint […]

Huawei Releases IntelligentRAN Wireless Architecture
Middle East, February 26, 2022: Huawei unveiled IntelligentRAN, its new wireless network architecture, at the Pre-MWC Briefing and Product and Solution Launch event. This architecture is designed to help carriers build autonomous networks using service operation intelligence, experience optimization, and simplified O&M. Huawei’s Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of Wireless Solutions Gan Bin spoke […]

Dell Technologies Telecom Solutions Simplify and Accelerate Modern, Open Network Deployments
Dell Telecom Multi-Cloud Foundation is a modern network infrastructure solution with telecom cloud software integration that helps speed deployments of cloud-native networks Dell Open RAN Accelerator offers an open architecture approach to scale high performing 5G Open RAN networks Dell Validated Designs for telecommunications edge and core offer more choice and speed for network modernization Expanded […]

Ooredoo extends collaboration with Dell Technologies to fast-track digital offerings and deliver advanced services to enterprise customers
Ooredoo selects Dell Technologies’ infrastructure, storage and cyber recovery services New implementation to support Ooredoo’s 5G offerings, drive digital innovation and unlock new revenue streams Doha, Qatar – February 21, 2022 Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL), today announced that it has expanded its collaboration with Ooredoo to support the development of the telco’s next-generation digital infrastructure. By […]

Poly’s All Together Campaign Delivers an Inclusive Vision for Meeting Equality
Poly’s AI-powered solutions and services deliver meeting equality to hybrid workforces, making it possible for a business to take place everywhere Dubai, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, – February 21, 2022 – (AETOSWire) Poly (NYSE: POLY) introduced its new “All Together” campaign that inspires businesses to evolve beyond the limitations of physical space, and empower teams to […]

Mobily reports outstanding 2021 net income growth of 36.8% to SAR 1,072 mn with proposed cash dividends raised by 70% YoY
Mobily delivers highest top- and bottom-line levels since 2014, reaching SAR 14.8 bn and 1.1 bn respectively in 2021 Operational Cash Flow2 increases by 36.9% to SAR 3.5 bn, thanks to steady growth in EBITDA coupled with CAPEX ramp-down on completion of strategic objectives Solid set of results supports the Board’s recommendation to raise cash […]

Ericsson to extend network exposure to the edge
Ericsson launches Edge Exposure Server to enable new enterprise and consumer services through simple and enriched APIs for edge applications. 5G and edge computing are opening a world of new revenue opportunities across manufacturing, transport, gaming and mission-critical services. Combined they enable new services requiring low latency, high bandwidth and capabilities such as device processing […]

Huawei trains 100 students on Huawei Mobile Services and Ecosystem at the Technical Digital Girl’s College in Riyadh
Riyadh, 17th February 2022: Huawei hosted its first training session for HMS & Ecosystem app development in Saudi Arabia for “Technical Digital Girl’s College in Riyadh”. At the session, the “The Future of App Industry” was discussed at length as the Kingdom is now implementing digital transformation and is introducing ways to empower the next […]

Ericsson 5G portfolio update puts energy efficiency center stage
Seven new RAN products and solutions led by the flagship dual-band Radio 4490, which consumes 25 percent less power compared to current product Easy-to-deploy portfolio additions also include compact active-passive antennas, high-capacity ultra-lightweight Massive MIMO radios, and software features for energy savings and enhanced 5G performance Powered by next-generation Ericsson Silicon, the additions will lead […]

Avaya Named to Constellation ShortListTM for Both CCaaS and UCaaSAvaya Named to Constellation ShortListTM for Both CCaaS and UCaaS
Offerings for Digital Leaders Reinventing Operations and Transforming Business Models Raleigh-Durham, NC – February 17, 2022 – Avaya (NYSE: AVYA), a global leader in solutions to enhance and simplify communications and collaboration, today announced it was named to the Constellation ShortList™ in two important categories: CCaaS (contact center-as-a-service) and UCaaS (unified communications-as-a-service) in Q1 2022. The technology vendors […]
