Grameenphone, Bangladesh’s largest telecom provider, partners with Mobileum to implement an AI-powered Revenue Assurance and Fraud Management solution. This collaboration aims to prevent revenue leakage, enhance fraud detection, and improve customer experience, supporting Grameenphone’s commitment to innovation and secure service delivery.
Vodafone Egypt has been ranked first in Umlaut’s latest network performance reports, covering November 2023 to April 2024. The company achieved top scores for mobile and fixed broadband performance. This recognition aligns with Vodafone Egypt’s commitment to customer satisfaction and continuous investment in network infrastructure to ensure reliable, high-quality connectivity.
Telenor Asia, parent of Grameenphone, has urged the Bangladesh government to fully restore mobile internet services. Major telecom operators reported a shutdown of 3G and 4G networks ordered by local authorities, leaving only 2G services available. Previous internet blackouts and social media restrictions have raised concerns about safety and connectivity.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) reports a rise in cellular subscribers from 192.32 million in May 2024 to 192.53 million in June 2024. The number of 3G and 4G users also increased, while NGMS penetration grew from 55.07% to 55.61%. Jazz, Zong, Telenor, and Ufone all saw varied changes in 3G and 4G user bases.
Orange Jordan launched a Digital Self-Registration Service using the eKYC system, enabling customers to electronically authenticate prepaid mobile lines. This innovation allows remote identity verification via the “SANAD” app, enhancing the digital customer experience. The initiative reflects Orange’s commitment to digital leadership and supporting Jordan’s digital transformation vision.
Du, in collaboration with Nokia and MediaTek, achieved a 70% boost in uplink performance on its 5G Advanced network in the MEA region. This trial, a first in the region, utilized advanced 5G technologies to enhance connectivity and indoor coverage, supporting high-demand applications like video conferencing and live streaming.
Salam, a leading Saudi telecom provider, has partnered with Oracle in a managed services agreement to boost its digital transformation. Oracle will support Salam in improving operational efficiencies and customer experience, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The collaboration includes implementing Oracle’s cloud solutions and enhancing 5G capabilities.
Bahrain and Qatar have achieved significant increases in 5G download speeds, with Bahrain leading at 52.4 Mbps and Qatar at 48.8 Mbps, according to OpenSignal’s report. The GCC countries overall show impressive mobile network performance, particularly in 5G, with substantial gains in download speeds and strong network availability.
Vodafone Egypt has been ranked first in Umlaut’s network performance reports, covering November 2023 to April 2024. Vodafone excelled in mobile and fixed broadband performance, earning top scores for coverage, download speed, and latency. This achievement reflects Vodafone’s commitment to investing in network infrastructure and prioritizing customer satisfaction.
Bangladesh restored mobile internet services after a 12-day outage caused by violent protests. However, social media platforms remain blocked pending talks with government officials. State minister Zunaid Ahmed Palak cited “planned sabotage” for the blackout, while digital rights groups urge an independent enquiry into the incident’s true cause.
