Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Oman’s TRA stresses proper internal telecom wiring as critical for reliable digital services. It issued technical guidelines tailored to different building types to improve network performance and support the nation’s digital goals. Non-compliance may lead to poor in-building coverage.
Grameenphone has reported a 2% decline in revenue for the first quarter, reflecting ongoing macroeconomic pressure in Bangladesh’s telecom sector…
Sparkle’s expanded PoP footprint in Chile enhances the region’s digital resilience. By combining Tier-1 IP backbone strength with diverse subsea routes, the company is positioning South America for faster, safer and more scalable international connectivity as demand surges across cloud, content and enterprise services.
Ericsson and e& have launched the second cohort of the Excelerate& programme, a year-long initiative providing Emirati professionals with advanced training in 5G, cloud, AI-driven networks, and strategic leadership. The programme blends coursework, mentorship, and global exposure to build future telecom leaders aligned with the UAE’s Centennial 2071 vision and national digital transformation goals.
Ericsson has partnered with Zain Bahrain to expand and modernize its 4G and 5G networks. The deal includes the extension of Managed Services, the deployment of energy-efficient RAN products, and network upgrades to support Bahrain’s digital transformation and sustainability goals. This collaboration aims to enhance network performance and customer experiences.
du unveiled its AI Park and National Hybrid AI Platform at GITEX 2025 to strengthen UAE’s sovereign AI ecosystem. The initiatives will enable secure AI innovation, GPU-as-a-service, and large-scale data processing in line with the nation’s AI-first strategy.
Libya’s LPTIC has launched the “Medusa” submarine cable project, connecting the country to Europe through an 8,700-kilometer undersea cable. The project aims to enhance internet speed and quality in key cities, support 5G, and drive digital transformation by improving services and data governance across public institutions.
Dubai’s RTA expands lanes and adds a dedicated U-turn lane at Al Wasl–Al Manara intersection, improving road capacity by 50% and cutting waiting times by up to 35%, supporting urban growth and traffic efficiency.
Turkcell, Beko, and Ericsson completed the EU-backed VERGE project, enabling remote real-time industrial design between Istanbul and Eskişehir using 5G and XR technologies. This innovation enhances Türkiye’s digital production ecosystem by leveraging 5G’s low latency, network slicing, and AI-driven management to boost efficiency, sustainability, and global competitiveness.
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