Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched free Wi-Fi services at 17 bus and 12 marine transport stations in partnership with e& (Etisalat). The initiative aims to enhance the commuter experience, with full rollout expected by Q2 2025. This aligns with Dubai’s goal to become the world’s smartest city.
Ooredoo Qatar has integrated Ericsson Mediation into its network, enabling efficient data management across mobile, fixed, and converged networks. This cloud-native solution enhances operational efficiency, supports 5G monetization, and lays the foundation for future AI, machine learning, and analytics initiatives. It also promises cost reductions and improved flexibility.
Turkcell and ID Quantique have successfully completed the world’s first intercontinental quantum key distribution (QKD) trial over fiber optics in Istanbul. This milestone enhances global data security and demonstrates the potential of quantum technologies to transform telecommunications infrastructure, with applications in sectors requiring high levels of security.
Pakistan has strengthened its digital infrastructure with the arrival of the Africa-1 submarine cable, addressing bandwidth issues and enhancing connectivity. This cable, part of a global consortium, will improve business operations and support digital transformation. Concerns remain over market concentration in Pakistan’s international gateway sector.
Orange Egypt and El Ezaby Pharmacies have partnered to enhance connectivity across over 400 pharmacy branches in Egypt using advanced SD-WAN solutions. This collaboration improves operational efficiency, supports future expansion, and strengthens the pharmacies’ digital infrastructure with innovations like Microsoft 365 integration, boosting service quality and customer experience.
Myriota has partnered with the Saudi Space Authority to enhance ultra-low-power IoT connectivity in Saudi Arabia. Using satellite technology, this collaboration will provide critical IoT solutions for agriculture, transportation, and infrastructure, supporting the country’s Vision 2030 by enabling scalable and sustainable connectivity in remote areas.
Ncell has introduced renewal packs for prepaid users, offering auto-renewing services with 30-day validity. These packs provide affordable, uninterrupted connectivity with benefits such as unlimited voice calls, data, and YouTube streaming. Available in various price categories, they simplify subscription management and remove reliance on smaller, costly packs.
Iraq’s Economic Ministerial Council, chaired by Fuad Hussein, discussed key topics, including progress on the Grand Faw Port project, the expansion of digital payments in Iraq, and strategies to address the parallel economy. The council also reviewed the status of livestock health amid a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak.
Quantum has raised $7 million in funding to expand its operations and refine its advertising technology platform. The investment will support the company’s growth in the GCC and Southeast Asia. With a data-driven approach, Quantum aims to reshape the ad tech industry and become a global leader in the next few years.
Nepal has imported 1.229 million smartphones worth Rs 19 billion in the first seven months of FY 2024/25, showing an increase in both the number and value of imports compared to the previous year. This growth reflects the rising demand for smartphones, especially those priced between Rs 20,000 to Rs 30,000.
