Zain Kuwait has partnered with Huawei to implement a Business Support System (BSS) digital transformation project, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experiences. The new BSS system will support personalized marketing, accelerate new service launches, and optimize business performance, reinforcing Zain’s position as a tech-driven leader in Kuwait’s telecom sector.
The Gulf region provides excellent mobile roaming experiences, with top speeds for 5G in Qatar, the UAE, and Kuwait. However, visitors from outside the region often experience slower speeds due to roaming agreements and data limitations. Optimizing roaming agreements can enhance user experiences and increase revenue from tourism.
A three-day international symposium on spectrum management, organized by BTRC, began in Bangladesh with 200 participants from various countries. The event focuses on outcomes from the World Radio Communication Conference-2023, new ICT innovations, and spectrum management policies to foster regional cooperation in the telecommunications and ICT sectors.
Batelco has partnered with GSMA to join the Open Gateway Initiative, gaining access to standardized APIs for faster deployment of innovative services. This collaboration will drive advancements in mobile edge computing, fraud detection, IoT connectivity, and network slicing, enhancing customer experiences and supporting Bahrain’s digital transformation.
du has signed a partnership with PEACE Cable to extend the subsea cable system to the UAE and Gulf region. This collaboration will enhance network performance and digital connectivity for wholesale and enterprise customers, with the PEACE Gulf Extension expected to be operational by the second half of 2026.
Etihad Salam Telecom has partnered with EdgeNext and Genesys to enhance its service offerings in Saudi Arabia. The collaboration with EdgeNext focuses on improving network capabilities, while the partnership with Genesys aims to elevate customer experience with scalable solutions. Both collaborations enhance Salam’s infrastructure and service delivery.
Space42 has partnered with FADA to enhance the UAE’s Earth observation capabilities with a contract valued at AED378 million. This collaboration will leverage data from Space42’s SAR satellites, advancing data-driven decision-making, situational awareness, and geospatial analytics. The initiative strengthens the UAE’s sovereign space and technology capabilities.
du has become the first UAE telecom operator to launch 5G Voice over New Radio (VoNR) and achieve full certification for its 5G Standalone Access (5G SA) network. This launch enhances voice quality, speeds, and network efficiency, paving the way for advancements in AI, AR, and smart city development.
Qatar has achieved 100% internet penetration, positioning itself as a global digital leader. This milestone reflects significant investments in infrastructure, government support, and a commitment to digital inclusion, aligning with Qatar’s Vision 2030 to become a knowledge-based economy and drive innovation across sectors.
Teletalk plans a Tk 50 crore 4G network expansion to provide mobile coverage to Rohingya camps in Cox’s Bazar. The project will install 33 towers in key areas, improving connectivity for 350,000 mobile users. Approval is pending from the Ministry of Telecommunications and the Ministry of Home Affairs for SIM registration.
