Telecommunications
Telecommunications news covering 5G networks, broadband infrastructure, connectivity solutions, and telecom industry developments in Saudi Arabia and the region.
Etisalat Digital & SonicWall Partnership Delivers Network Security to SMBs
SonicWall today announced that Etisalat Digital has productized SonicWall technology in its ‘Business QuickStart (BQS)’ broadband bundle for SMBs, offering telco-grade network security with a zero-touch installation feature. The industry pioneers’ combined efforts have resulted in protecting thousands of SMBs as they work to address the increasing demand for proven security solutions in the […]
Huawei launches next-generation AI powered solutions at GITEX Technology Week 2019
At GITEX Technology Week 2019, Huawei, a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT), announced the launch of three new products within its enterprise portfolio: next-generation, all-flash storage product OceanStor Dorado; AI-native database GaussDB, and the highest-performance distributed storage yet, FusionStorage 8.0. OceanStor Dorado Intelligent All-Flash Storage: Ever Fast, Ever Solid, and AI-Powered The […]
du & Ajman X Sign MoU to Collaborate on U5GIG Platform
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoU) with Ajman X to collaborate on 5G, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Internet of Things (IoT) development under the UAE 5G Innovation Gate (U5GIG) program. The MoU was signed during GITEX Technology Week 2019 by Saleem Al Blooshi, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) […]
du & Abu Dhabi School of Management Sign MoU to Collaborate on U5GIG
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Abu Dhabi School of Management (ADSM) to collaborate on 5G, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Internet of Things (IoT) development under the UAE 5G Innovation Gate (U5GIG) program. The MoU was signed during the events of GITEX Technology Week 2019 by […]
Avaya IX Contact Center Transforms Care with Saudi Arabia’s King Fahad Medical City
King Fahad Medical City (KFMC), one of the largest and fastest-growing medical complexes in the Middle East, has partnered with Avaya Holdings Corp. (NYSE: AVYA) to build a unified contact center that will transform healthcare delivery in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The transformation project was revealed at the 39th edition of GITEX Technology Week, […]
STC Solutions and F5 Networks sign MoU to help Saudi enterprises fundamentally change application delivery – from code to customer
STC Solutions has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with F5 Networks to deliver new solutions designed to help DevOps, NetOps, and SecOps teams better collaborate in delivering modern applications quickly and securely. Announced at GITEX Technology week, the agreement will ensure Saudi Telecom (STC) customers can benefit from F5’s recent NGNIX acquisition. “The combined […]
Addu, Nokia & SRTIP Sign a Strategic teaming Agreement to Bring Sharjah’s Knowledge-Based Economic Future into Fruition
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has signed a strategic teaming agreement with Nokia and the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park) – a landmark agreement which will see the formation of a consortium to develop a range of innovative smart city initiatives for the Emirate of Sharjah. In the presence of […]
du, NXN, & TELUS Health Collaborate to Optimise the UAE Healthcare Sector
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), along with and NXN and TELUS Health, a specialized advisory and consulting organization, are collaborating to roll out the TELUS Health eHealth solution portfolio in the UAE. This consortium complements the organizations’ focus in developing a national eHealth capability to improve the healthcare outcomes in line with the […]
du Presents Next Generation of Blockchain Innovations to Drive UAE’s Digital Transformation Ambitions
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), is showcasing a trio of next generation blockchain solutions that are developed and delivered by du’s BPaas platform, at GITEX Technology Week 2019 in an effort to serve the UAE’s future challenges and opportunities. Presenting visitors a glimpse into how formative blockchain technologies can revolutionise the social and […]
Ericsson’s opening press conference
With 5G technology becoming a reality, consumers have set high expectations on 5G and so did the enterprises. Operators are hence looking to provide a premium end user experience while pursuing new business opportunities. Ericsson as a technology leader in 5G can help operators leverage this new platform by showcasing how this technology will unleash […]
du’s latest Home Service Plans brings Linksys’ Award Winning Velop WiFi mesh routers into customer homes
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), announced today that customers subscribing to any of the latest home service triple-play plans can now take advantage of Linksys’ award-winning Whole Home Wi-Fi solution, Velop, to achieve fast and reliable Wi-Fi across their home networks. “With the increasing number of in-home connected devices, demand for smart […]
Experience 5G with Ericsson at GITEX 2019
will showcase the latest 5G technology innovations and emerging use cases at GITEX Technology Week 2019 in Dubai, UAE. Building on its theme “Experience 5G”, Ericsson will inspire attendees how 5G is becoming a platform for innovation for both operators and consumers. 5G offers technology efficiency and a lower cost per gigabyte than current 4G […]
Gartner Says Global Device Shipments Will Decline 3.7% in 2019
Worldwide shipments of devices — PCs, tablets and mobile phones — will decline 3.7%, according to the latest forecast from Gartner, Inc. Gartner estimates there are more than 5 billion mobile phones used around the world. After years of growth, the worldwide smartphone market has reached a tipping point. Sales of smartphones will decline […]
Ericsson estimates costs for resolving investigations by U.S. authorities at SEK 12 b. and makes provision in third quarter
As previously disclosed, Ericsson has been co-operating voluntarily with investigations by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding the Company’s compliance with the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). Ericsson makes a SEK 12 b. provision related to resolving the investigations, that will impact […]
Smart government and green economy: Building a sustainable future for all
By HE Dr. Aisha Bint Butti Bin Bishr, Director General of Smart Dubai, UAE Next-generation technologies have long found their way into the realm of the government sector. In a bid to provide modern services and systems to the public that are comparable to what the more-funded private sector institutions can deliver, many governments worldwide […]
Huawei advances AI and gears up for 5G expansion at GITEX Technology Week 2019
At this year’s GITEX Technology Week, Huawei – a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) – will preview how the deeper integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as well as 5G ecosystem development is helping businesses to stay connected in a digitally-driven world. Huawei’s exhibition will be held under the theme ‘Building a […]
OnePlus’ upcoming 7T are the first new devices that will come preloaded with Android 10 with Google’s apps and services
OnePlus, a global smart device manufacturer, today announced its new OnePlus 7T will be the first smartphones officially preloaded with Android 10, Google’s latest version of Android with Google’s core apps and services. OnePlus continuously strives to offer to its users an uncompromising, premium mobile device which surpasses their needs and expectations. Android 10 […]
HTC appoints Yves Maitre as CEO to embrace 5G, AI and XR future
New leader to continue drive for VIVE Reality as Cher Wang returns to Chairwoman role, identifying future technologies and partnerships HTC Corporation, a leading innovator in mobile and immersive computing, has announced the appointment of Yves Maitre as CEO of HTC, effective immediately. Yves joins HTC from Orange, one of the world’s largest […]
Ericsson hosts future innovators at MEA student week
recently hosted future Information and Communications Technology (ICT) innovators at the company’s head office in Kista – Stockholm, Sweden. 17 students from across Oman, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia spent an extensive week of engaging activities and firsthand learning experiences. The Student Week was the culmination of Ericsson’s 5G and IoT use cases competitions held […]
5 Reasons Why MENA Service Providers Should Walk The Automation Talk
By Lucky La Riccia, Head of Digital Services at Ericsson Middle East and Africa Digitalization is shaking up a variety of industries. Mobile operators face the challenge of digitalizing themselves – so that they in turn can accelerate the digital transformation of their business customers. If operators do not transform, they will miss out […]
Ericsson to accelerate action on Sustainable Development Goals at Africa summit
Ericsson is helping to drive sustainable development of a more connected knowledge-based society in Africa Ericsson to participate in the World Economic Forum 2019 Regional Summit in Africa Experts will highlight the positive impact of ICT in accelerating achievement of Sustainable Development Goals by 2030 By embracing technology as a critical infrastructure for the 21st […]
Gartner Says 5.8 Billion Enterprise and Automotive IoT Endpoints Will Be in Use in 2020
Gartner, Inc. forecasts that the enterprise and automotive Internet of Things (IoT) market* will grow to 5.8 billion endpoints in 2020, a 21% increase from 2019. By the end of 2019, 4.8 billion endpoints are expected to be in use, up 21.5% from 2018. Utilities will be the highest user of IoT endpoints, totaling […]