17 September 2025
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Dubai’s RTA Launches Free Wi-Fi at Public Bus and Marine Transport Stations

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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has launched free Wi-Fi at 21 bus and 22 marine transport stations in partnership with e&, enhancing connectivity for commuters. This initiative is part of Dubai’s digital transformation strategy, aiming to improve passenger experience and support the city’s vision to become the world’s smartest and happiest city. The service will be regularly evaluated for expansion and quality improvements.

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Grameenphone Pioneers Agentic AI OSS/BSS Solution with Ericsson and AWS Gen-AI Lab

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Grameenphone is the first CSP to develop an Agentic AI-powered OSS/BSS solution using the Ericsson and AWS Gen-AI Lab. This AI-driven automation accelerates legacy product catalog migration, boosts operational efficiency, and improves time-to-market. The collaboration showcases the growing impact of generative AI in telecom operations, positioning Grameenphone as a leader in digital transformation in Bangladesh.

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Ghana’s Telecom Operators Commit $150 Million to Network Upgrades Amid Regulatory Push

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Ghana’s MTN, Telecel, and AirtelTigo will invest $150 million this year to enhance network quality amid regulatory pressure. Data bundles will increase by 15% in size at no extra cost, with potential price reductions pending government tax and tariff reviews. The National Communications Authority will assess service quality later this year, enforcing standards to improve connectivity and transparency.

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GSMA Calls for Stronger Online Child Protection Measures Across Africa

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The GSMA’s new white paper calls for a united effort across governments, industry, and civil society to strengthen child online protections throughout Africa. It emphasizes youth-centred policies, digital literacy expansion, and public-private collaboration to create safer digital spaces for Africa’s rapidly growing youth population, recognizing that safeguarding children’s rights online is critical for the continent’s future social and economic progress.

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Orange Egypt and Huawei Partner to Deploy Advanced 5G Network Across Egypt

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Orange Egypt and Huawei have strengthened their partnership to roll out a high-performance 5G network across Egypt, incorporating Massive MIMO, AI-driven energy efficiency, and E-band microwave technology. This collaboration supports emerging technologies like AI, AR, and IoT, while enhancing network speed, capacity, and sustainability, positioning Egypt for a digital future with smart cities and advanced connectivity.

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National Bank of Bahrain and Batelco by Beyon Partner to Deliver Integrated Connectivity and Fintech Solutions for Businesses

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NBB and Batelco by Beyon have partnered to deliver integrated connectivity and fintech solutions to Bahraini businesses, bundling Batelco’s connectivity with NBB’s SoftPOS app ‘NBB GO’. This collaboration aims to streamline payment processing, enhance operational efficiency, and support Bahrain’s digital economy growth.

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NayaOne Launches Saudi Arabia’s First Fully Saudi-Hosted Vendor Delivery Infrastructure Platform, Accelerating Fintech Innovation

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NayaOne has launched Saudi Arabia’s first fully Saudi-hosted VDI platform, enabling financial institutions to accelerate product development and testing while addressing data sovereignty. Supported by AstroLabs and the UK government, NayaOne is poised to drive fintech innovation aligned with Vision 2030’s goals.

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