25 February 2026
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ICT & Telecoms

China Mobile boosts global subsea network with major Hong Kong and Africa milestones

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China Mobile has landed the SEA-H2X subsea cable in Hong Kong and activated key eastern segments of the 2Africa system, strengthening connectivity across Asia, Africa, and Europe. SEA-H2X adds more than 100Tbps of China Mobile bandwidth and reinforces Hong Kong’s digital hub role, while 2Africa’s activation supports Africa’s digital economy through high-capacity, low-latency infrastructure and deeper China–Africa technology cooperation.

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Batelco and BNET Partner on SMW6 and Al-Khaleej Cable Infrastructure

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Batelco and BNET have partnered to deploy Bahrain’s landing and inland systems for the SMW6 and Al-Khaleej submarine cables, enhancing the Kingdom’s international connectivity, speed, and data resilience. The project strengthens Bahrain’s role as a regional digital gateway and supports national digital transformation goals by improving cloud access, reducing latency, and expanding global network capacity.

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UAE digital lender Wio close to joining Dh100 billion club, says chief executive

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Wio Bank is nearing Dh60 billion in assets less than three years after launching and is aiming to cross the Dh100 billion threshold within two to three years. Backed by ADQ, e&, FAB and Alpha Dhabi, the digital bank has become one of the UAE’s fastest-expanding lenders and intends to secure a top-three position in the retail and SME banking market as it continues its rapid growth.

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President stresses faster rollout of telecom towers, SLUDI and NIC issuance

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Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has urged faster progress on key digital infrastructure projects, including telecom tower rollout, SLUDI, and NIC issuance. Reviewing the work of TRCSL, DRP, and GovTech, he emphasised eliminating delays, scaling infrastructure, and strengthening governance as essential pillars for the 2026 Budget’s digital economy objectives and long-term transformation goals.

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e-SIMs gain momentum in Saudi Arabia as Airalo leads the charge

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eSIM adoption is rising quickly in Saudi Arabia as travelers embrace Airalo’s seamless and affordable digital connectivity. The shift aligns with Vision 2030’s focus on mobility and innovation, enabling users to activate mobile networks instantly upon arrival abroad. With strong customer uptake and expanding global coverage, Airalo is helping position Saudi Arabia at the forefront of regional digital transformation.

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