Telecommunications
Telecommunications news covering 5G networks, broadband infrastructure, connectivity solutions, and telecom industry developments in Saudi Arabia and the region.
Zain KSA is the digital sponsor for Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2027 Asian Cup
In its commitment to supporting sporting events that strengthen the Kingdom’s global position Zain KSA is sponsoring Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the upcoming 2027 AFC Asian Cup as an official digital sponsor. The Kingdom is among the most prominent of the finalists bidding to hold this major event for the first time, along with […]
Ericsson ConsumerLab: Pace setting 5G CSPs twice as likely to grow revenue
Study identifies four stages of 5G maturity among global service providers based on how well they use 5G to drive consumer satisfaction and grow their consumer business One-in-five studied CSPs classified as 5G Pacesetters, who are leading on 5G network quality, technology leadership, better marketing and consumer market service innovation 5G Pacesetter are three times […]
ENGIE Solutions: Long-Term Collaboration Key for Green Smart Cities
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, November 9th, 2021: The UAE and Saudi Arabia (KSA) are adopting digital transformation strategies the fastest in the MENA region and will soon be home to green smart cities, according to ENGIE Solutions, an international leader in sustainable energy solutions. Governments in the UAE and KSA recognize that data-driven innovation is central […]
Webex by Cisco Eliminates the Need to Carry Multiple Mobile Devices for Business and Personal Use
The Company Also Unveiled New Webex Features to Improve the Customer Experience and Make Workers More Productive and Innovative in the Hybrid Work World Cisco launches Webex Go – a new phone system that connects to any mobile device Advancements in Webex Customer Experience journey data services to deliver a more personalized customer experience New […]
Hytera Rolled Out New PoC Radio PNC360S for Simplified Business Communications at CCW2021
SHENZHEN, China–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– Hytera, the global leading provider of professional and private communications technologies and solutions, has launched its latest Push-to-Talk over Cellular (PoC) radio at CCW2021- the PNC360S, a simple yet powerful radio designed to help business users communicate effortlessly and efficiently. Business organizations such as retail outlets or hotels are often looking for […]
MAWHIBA cooperates with Huawei to empower Saudi ICT talents
Riyadh, KSA, November 04, 2021: King Abdulaziz and his Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity “MAWHIBA”, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Huawei Tech Investment Saudi Arabia. The MoU aims to cooperate in developing digital talents and building the capacities of “MAWHIBA” trainers, providing them with the necessary technology to bridge the gap in the […]
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Huawei Shares How to Tackle Climate Change with Technology Innovation at COP26
Middle East, November 4, 2021: Dr. Fang Liangzhou, Vice President and CMO of Huawei Digital Power, recently spoke at COP26. At the session “System Change and Climate Innovation in the Technology Industry” hosted by the UNFCCC Global Innovation Hub, Fang virtually delivered a keynote address on “Building a Low-Carbon Smart Society.” Fang described how Huawei […]
Huawei: Initiates Your Digital Enterprise Journey at IP Club, Starting from CloudCampus 3.0 Solution.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 3rd November 2021: Under the theme of “New Connection, New Dimension”, Huawei held its Huawei KSA IP Club 2021 event today at the Narcissus Hotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. At the event, Huawei unveiled four new upgrades of its CloudCampus 3.0 Solution, which focus on experience-centric campus networks. With such networks, Saudi enterprises will […]
Avaya Helps Partners ‘Subscribe To Change’ As Channel Community Converges On Annual Partner Forum
Hybrid edition of Avaya Partner Forum brings international channel community together as “Experience Builders” to address large-scale industry changes and the route to partner success in a new business environment. Dubai, United Arab Emirates – November 3, 2021 – At a hybrid edition of the Avaya Partner Forum, Avaya (NYSE: AVYA) today outlined the considerable market […]
Zain KSA signs MoUs with four global tech giants, and a MSSP Agreement with Fortinet
Solidifying its vertical expansion strategy of 5G applications • Zain KSA signs MoUs with Huawei, Nokia, Tata Technology, BTAS, and a MSSP Agreement with Fortinet. • Aims to deliver the most advanced technologies to the Kingdom and a more immersive 5G experience within a secure cyber environment Zain KSA has signed 4 Memoranda of Understanding […]
New Webex by Cisco Innovations Address Challenges of Hybrid Work for Organizations of All Sizes
More than 1,000 new features added to Webex over the past 12 months – dramatically improving the Hybrid Work experience Latest features help customers empower equal participation, from everywhere New Webex interoperability with other video technologies ensures seamless collaboration across customers’ preferred platforms and devices Riyadh, KSA, 02 November 2021 — At WebexOne 2021, Cisco announced significant new innovations […]
Farnek signs MoU with Huawei to digitalise FM Services
Farnek aims to activate digital intelligence by connecting facilities and assets through HITEK 4.0 using Huawei’s hi-tech solutions Dubai, UAE, November 2, 2021: Leading UAE-based smart and green facilities management (FM) company Farnek, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, Huawei. Under the […]
Huawei Launches OceanProtect Data Protection Solution
Middle East, November 1st, 2021: Huawei announces the launch of OceanProtect Data Protection Solution high-end storage products and solutions for the Middle East region. From enterprise storage to distributed storage in massive data scenarios, to data backup storage, Huawei storage has covered all categories in the Middle East region and will provide customers with more comprehensive […]
One million schools mapped: UNICEF and ITU’s Giga initiative, with support from Ericsson, reaches milestone towards connecting every school to the internet
Connecting schools to the internet can improve digital access, skills and educational outcomes regardless of geography, with knock-on benefits for society School internet connectivity is also linked to GDP – in some countries there is potential to increase GDP by up to 20 percent by connecting schools (source EIU) Ericsson calls on industry to join […]
Huawei Releases Business Results for First Three Quarters of 2021
Middle East, October 31, 2021: Huawei released its business results for the first three quarters of 2021. During this period, Huawei generated USD70.44 billion in revenue, and its net profit margin was 10.2%[1]. “Overall performance was in line with forecast,” said Guo Ping, Huawei’s Rotating Chairman. “While our B2C business has been significantly impacted, our B2B […]
Avaya Named One of Forbes “World’s Best Employers” for Second Consecutive Year
RALEIGH-DURHAM, N.C.– October 28, 2021 – Avaya (NYSE: AVYA), a global leader in solutions to enhance and simplify communications and collaboration, today announced it has been recognized as one of the Forbes 2021 “World’s Best Employers,” receiving this coveted distinction for the second consecutive year. Forbes and Statista Inc., a leading provider of market and consumer data, […]
Etisalat and Ericsson address sustainability and climate action at Expo 2020
Etisalat and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) hosted a sustainability themed event titled “ICT journey towards race to net-zero” at the Swedish pavilion at Expo 2020. The event was a call to action from the Expo to the whole world to leverage technologies in accelerating the shift to a low carbon economy and finding new ways to […]
Huawei partners with Islamic University Of Madina to nurture local digital talents
Riyadh, KSA, August 28th, 2021: Huawei, a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, and the Islamic University of Madina in Saudi Arabia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance local digital skills in Saudi Arabia through Huawei’s ICT Academy. The agreement aims to provide the University with advanced […]
INMARSAT LAUNCHES ELERA IOT PLATFORM, ENABLING FLEXIBLE IOT CONNECTIVITY FOR BUSINESSES
ELERA IoT is built on the ultra-reliable connectivity backbone of Inmarsat ELERA. It supports businesses, distribution partners, and IoT solutions or ecosystem providers with a comprehensive and flexible range of tools Inmarsat today launches ELERA IoT, a platform of IoT connectivity services, solutions, and ecosystems. ELERA IoT is built on the connectivity backbone of Inmarsat ELERA, the world’s […]
New Virgin Mobile KSA survey shows mobile phone users in the Kingdom are concerned about climate change and want operators to do more
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 28 October 2021: Virgin Mobile KSA customers say they are highly concerned about climate change, and it is very important for mobile phone operators to reduce emissions and have carbon offsetting policies in place, according to a new survey conducted by the company. Technology has played an important role in helping people […]
Huawei: The Fastest Growing Leader in the 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Primary Storage
Huawei is positioned as a leader in the 2021 Magic Quadrant for Primary Storage by Gartner, the world’s leading research and consulting company. This report indicates how Huawei primary storage has gone from strength to strength, surpassing the benchmark set in 2020. What’s more, Huawei is the only vendor in the Leaders Quadrant that has achieved rapid […]
Huawei MENA Industrial Digital Transformation Summit 2021 highlights the role of digitalization for the future development of the region’s industries and society
Middle East – October 26, 2021: Huawei, a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, recently hosted public and private sector leaders from across the Middle East and North Africa region during the Huawei MENA Industrial Digital Transformation Summit 2021 held in Dubai, UAE, under the theme of “Dive […]