2 March 2026
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Nokia, Saudi CST, ACES NH, Mobily, and Zain Saudi Complete Industry-First 5G Standalone Indoor Coverage Pilot with Sharable Spectrum

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Nokia and Saudi partners have successfully piloted a spectrum-sharing 5G Standalone indoor network using the 4.0–4.1 GHz band, enabling all operators to provide high-speed 5G coverage inside buildings through a single system. This innovation dramatically lowers costs, reduces carbon emissions, and accelerates 5G deployment across Saudi Arabia’s business and public venues.

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Bangladesh to Establish National Fibre Optic Bank to Unlock Unused State-Owned Infrastructure

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Bangladesh’s government plans to establish a national fibre optic bank to centralize and monetize underutilized fibre assets from public agencies. This initiative aims to lower costs, improve internet speeds, enable nationwide 5G deployment, and enhance digital inclusion, while ensuring transparency and fair competition in the telecom sector.

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Sri Lanka Advances Next-Generation Cloud Infrastructure for Digital Identity and Data Governance

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Sri Lanka is developing a hybrid cloud infrastructure combining local sovereign and global public cloud services to support its digital identity program and broader data governance. The National Data Exchange and digital credentialing systems complement this infrastructure as the country targets rapid digital economic growth driven by AI and cloud technologies.

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TruKKer Secures $15 Million Investment from Ruya Partners to Fuel Expansion and Tech Upgrades

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TruKKer has secured $15 million from Ruya Partners to fuel its regional expansion and technology upgrades. Its AI-driven freight platform addresses Middle East logistics challenges amid Saudi Arabia’s booming infrastructure investments and growing GCC trade integration, positioning TruKKer as a key player in regional digital freight innovation.

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Saudi Arabia Leads Global Cybersecurity Rankings, Cited as Tier 1 Role Model by UN Agency

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Saudi Arabia continues to lead global cybersecurity rankings, recognized as a Tier 1 role model by the UN’s ITU. The Kingdom’s national cybersecurity authority and strategic partners drive robust cyber defenses and technology localization, supporting economic development and international collaboration aligned with its digital transformation strategy.

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MSCI Upgrades stc Group to “A” Rating in 2025 ESG Rankings, Highlighting Sustainability and Cybersecurity Excellence

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MSCI has upgraded stc group’s ESG rating from BBB to A in 2025, recognizing its leadership in sustainability, governance, and cybersecurity. This places stc in the top third of global telecom firms, reflecting its advances in data privacy, risk management, and adherence to high ESG standards across its diverse operations.

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Ahmad El Dandachi Appointed General Manager of Microsoft Qatar, Succeeding Lana Khalaf

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Microsoft Qatar has appointed Ahmad El Dandachi as General Manager, succeeding Lana Khalaf who moves to lead the public sector for Microsoft Middle East and Africa. El Dandachi brings extensive regional leadership experience and will focus on accelerating Qatar’s digital transformation aligned with national strategies. Khalaf’s impactful tenure is marked by her advocacy for inclusive innovation and regional technology leadership.

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Qatar’s Kahramaa Advances Smart Meters Project with Nearly One Million Installations by Mid-2025

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Qatar’s Kahramaa has installed nearly one million smart electricity and water meters as part of a broad project to digitize the country’s utility infrastructure. These meters provide real-time monitoring, automated billing, and fault detection while supporting sustainability and operational efficiency aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030.

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