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Telecommunications news covering 5G networks, broadband infrastructure, connectivity solutions, and telecom industry developments in Saudi Arabia and the region.
du & one37 together create the City of the Future Experience powered by the Blockchain Technology at Future Blockchain Summit 2019
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has announced a significant strategic partnership with leading identity and access authentication solutions provider one37. The collaborative partnership, which was agreed at the Future Blockchain Summit 2019 will see the two parties introduce innovative identity solutions enabling public and private enterprises to take full advantage of the readymade blockchain-powered platform. […]
Smart Dubai Office Endorses du’s Blockchain Platform as a Service (BPaaS)
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has announced that the Smart Dubai has endorsed the telco’s Blockchain Platform as a Service (BPaaS). Adding to a growing list of use cases, du is providing the platform, to facilitate The Dubai Blockchain Strategy by giving all government entities the freedom to build on a framework of […]
du Gifts Great Value & Unique Benefits with Huawei P30 Pre-Order
As part of its commitment to enriching the telco experience, du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), is delivering exclusive value to all customers who pre-order the next generation of Huawei’s flagship smartphone, the Huawei P30. Following the device’s global launch in Paris on March 26, du customers who sign up to own the Huawei […]
Huawei Releases its 2018 Annual Report: Bullish Growth in the Face of Adversity
Huawei released its 2018 Annual Report today. According to the report, the company maintained strong business growth in 2018. Its sales revenue rounded off at USD 106 billion, up 19.5% year-on-year; its net profit reached USD 8.7 billion, up 25.1% year-on-year. In 2018, Huawei invested USD 14.9 billion (14.1% of its sales revenue) in R&D, […]
MEA region projected to invest USD 2.30 billion in technologies enabling smart cities by 2021: report
Investments in technologies enabling smart cities in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region is expected to hit the USD 2.30-billion mark by 2021 as per the estimates of International Data Corporation. Given that large funding is needed to build smart cities, public-private partnerships (PPPs) are seen as the key force that will help accelerate […]
Her Excellency Ohoud Shehail, Director General Ajman Digital Government visits EITC Idea Hub
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has showcased an array of transformative smart solutions to the Ajman Digital Government. H.E. Ohoud Shehail – Director General of Ajman Digital Government along with other representatives of the Ajman Digital Government were hosted at EITC’s Idea Hub and welcomed by Farid Faraidooni Deputy CEO – Enterprise Solutions […]
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Winter Olympics’ 2026 bid to showcase thought leadership, technology and innovation
The eyes of the sporting world will be on Sweden in 2026 if Stockholm-Åre wins the right to host the 25th Winter Olympic Games and 14th Winter Paralympic Games. With technology and connectivity playing a bigger role than ever for participants and fans at major events, Ericsson is supporting the bid as it provides a […]
Ericsson and Maroc Telecom demo 5G in Morocco
Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) organized a live 5G demonstration at Maroc Telecom headquarters in Rabat, Morocco today showcasing the capabilities of the next-generation mobile technology. The demonstration showcased several 5G use cases using a standalone end-to-end 5G system from Ericsson, including a prototype radio, baseband, and prototype UE device. The demo delivered 5G throughput, achieving […]
Huawei’s Saudi Ecosystem Partner Summit drives conversation on KSA’s digital future
Huawei, as a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure, drove forward the conversation on Saudi Arabia’s digital future at the Huawei Saudi Ecosystem Partner Summit 2019, held yesterday. Hosted at the Al Faisaliah Hotel in Riyadh, the summit brought together more than 400 delegates from across Huawei’s partner and distributor […]
du Sponsors Future of UAE Creative Sector at Design Forum 2019
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), is playing a key role in positioning the UAE as an innovative creative hub by sponsoring Design Forum 2019. Taking place on March 20 at Fairmont the Palm, Dubai, the unique platform showcases the region’s awe-inspiring creativity and future design opportunities. Farid Faraidooni, Deputy CEO – Enterprise, EITC, […]
Push the boundaries of performance with Ericsson Operations Engine
We are in the middle of the fourth industrial revolution. As new technologies like 5G, IoT and cloud gain traction, networks are becoming more complex. It is becoming challenging for humans to keep up with this complexity and keep networks operating at the level prescribed by the evolving services. The potential to change how networks […]
du Expands Retail Presence with New Al Ain Mall Store
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has increased its retail footprint with the opening of its fifthstore in Al Ain, located in the premier shopping destination of Al Ain Mall. This latest store opening aligns with du’s commitment towards providing consumers with seamless, superior in-store experiences and affirms its drive to boost foot traffic […]
Ericsson Launches IoT and 5G University Competition in Egypt in Cooperation with the MCIT
Ericsson, in collaboration with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology in Egypt, is organizing a competition on the use cases of 5G and IoT in the digital city. The competition aims to give young students and graduates in Egyptian universities and youth centers in the fields of communications, electronics and computer science the opportunity […]
du Showcases Futuristic Allure of theTelco Industryat Careers UAE 2019
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), is welcoming UAE Nationals to explore the diverse and fulfilling career pathways of the country’s telecommunications industry as Careers UAE 2019 gets underwayin Dubai. As a leading organisation providing opportunities in alignment with the Emiratisation strategy, du is showcasing its full array of career and professional development offeringsthroughout […]
Ericsson ConsumerLab: Augmented Reality is the future of gaming
In the new Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) ConsumerLab report, Ready, steady, game!, 67 percent of gamers say they will increase their Augmented Reality (AR) usage in the next five years. The increasing popularity of video games is driven by the growth of mobile gaming, and now makes up 26 percent of all media consumption hours. The report captures the […]
Huawei Mobile Services launches AppTouch for global carriersat Digital Game Conference 2019
Huawei Mobile Services has announced the launch of HUAWEI AppTouch -its new digital services platformto provide carriers with enhanced digital entertainment services such as games, videos and music. During the Digital Game Conference(DGC)2019 held in Dubai. Jervis Su Jie, Vice President of Huawei Mobile Services of Consumer Business Group, officially released HUAWEI AppTouch and provided […]
Ericsson announces change to the Executive Team
Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) today announced that Rafiah Ibrahimwill leave her position as Senior Vice President and Head of Market Area Middle East & Africaand will take on a role as advisor to CEO Börje Ekholm. Rafiah Ibrahim, who has held her current positionsince April 01, 2017, will assume her new role effective August 31, 2019. […]
du Receives Middle East Telco Sector’s First-Ever Plain English Seal of Approval
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has achieved a first for the Middle East telecommunications industry by becoming the first telco in the region to receive the Crystal Mark certification from the Plain English Campaign.This seal of excellence recognises du’s commitment to customers by providing clearer, simplerinformation inEnglish across documents on all channels – […]
du Drives UAE’s Spirit of Innovation withPioneering IoT andAI Competition
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), is leading the UAE’s efforts to foster home-growninnovation and entrepreneurship with the launch of the first-ever IoT andAI Pioneers Competition.Giving youth an opportunity to spearhead the innovation initiatives established by HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, […]
Experience du Postpaid Power Plans with unlimited dataor 200 GB monthly for 12 months – with or without contract
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), today announced the launch of enhanced Postpaid Power Plans that offer a variety of benefits such as unlimited data or 200 GB – with or with or without contracts. du now offers 7 variants of the Postpaid Power Plans in total, with unlimited data – with or without […]
VIVA announces nationwide 5G service with Huawei in Kuwait
VIVA, Kuwait’s fastest-growing and most developed telecom operator, announced the establishment of a 5G Innovation Center, with the aim to explore, develop, and launch new 5G use cases in Kuwait by 2019. Currently VIVA is already in action to rollout a nationwide 5G network with over 1000 5G NR sites supported by a massive device […]
STC successfully completes indoor 5G test, paving the way forpioneeringindoor 5G innovations and inspiring performance
Saudi Telecom Company (STC) and Huawei jointly announced the first trial of indoor 5G @3.5GHz in the Middle East and North Africa. This is the second indoor 5G test in the world. STC is the leading operator in Saudi Arabia, particularly in the 5G solution technology field.On February 20th,STC launched the region’s first indoor […]