5G-Advanced

Zain Kuwait has launched an AI-powered real-time translation service for mobile calls, allowing users to translate Arabic and English conversations directly.

Huawei launched its new GigaUplink solution and 10 AI-Optical Network products at MWC Shanghai 2026 to meet the connectivity demands of the AI era.

Huawei highlighted the strategic role of the Middle East in deploying next-generation 5G-Advanced networks during MWC Shanghai 2026.

Nokia and AWS unveiled the first agentic AI-powered 5G-Advanced network slicing solution, with du and Orange set to demonstrate the technology at MWC26 Barcelona.

ZTE Corporation displayed 5G-A, AI-driven solutions, and zero-carbon energy products at GITEX Africa 2026 in Marrakech. The company also introduced AI-powered smartphones and Wi-Fi 7 terminals targeting African markets.

Huawei unveiled its Techco2.0 framework at the SAMENA Leaders’ Summit 2026 in Dubai, outlining a three-layer AI model to help telecom operators generate new revenue and automate operations.

The UAE launched the world’s first commercial U6GHz network at the SAMENA Council Leaders’ Summit 2026, targeting 10Gbps speeds and laying early groundwork for 6G.

GlobalData released a white paper at MWC 2026 outlining a three-phase roadmap for integrating AI into voice networks. Principal Analyst Andy Hicks argues that a fully converged voice core is essential for operators managing multi-generational networks.

GSMA published a white paper at MWC 2026 in Barcelona defining user experience specifications and evaluation models for AI calling services on native telecom voice networks.

Huawei launched the HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 5 in Saudi Arabia on March 12, 2026, priced at 749 SAR. The earbuds feature dual-driver ANC with 220% improved noise cancellation and lossless audio at up to 2.3Mbps.

China Unicom and ZTE launched 5GAxI UniMAX at MWC Barcelona 2026, a solution for deterministic wireless connectivity designed to support the explosive growth of Mobile AI applications.

ZTE unveiled its GigaMIMO 6G technology at MWC Barcelona 2026, achieving a 10x capacity improvement over 5G-Advanced and a 30% spectral efficiency gain through deep AI-wireless integration.

ZTE presented its new FWA lineup at MWC Barcelona 2026, combining AI, Wi-Fi 8, and 5G-A in products targeting both high-end and emerging markets.

Huawei’s Eric Yang outlined a strategy for telecom operators to integrate AI agents into home services, voice, and enterprise operations at MWC Barcelona 2026. The keynote identified key scenarios where AI can drive new revenue and operational efficiency.

Nokia and AWS have partnered to deliver agentic AI slicing for 5G-Advanced networks. Operators du and Orange will demo the solution at MWC26 Barcelona.

ZTE and China Telecom won three GSMA Foundry Awards at MWC 2026 in Barcelona with two joint 5G-Advanced proposals covering robotics and smart healthcare.

Qualcomm launched a global 6G coalition at MWC26 Barcelona, targeting commercial deployments by 2029, alongside the X105 5G Modem-RF System with 14.8 Gb/s peak downlink speeds.