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e& UAE has launched tests for the 6-GHz and 600-MHz spectrum bands to enhance 5G services, achieving speeds of up to 10 Gbps and extending coverage beyond 6 km. The tests pave the way for 5G-Advanced and future 6G technologies, supporting the UAE’s digital transformation.
Now available in EMEA, the expanded Vertiv™ CoolChip CDU family supports any stage of liquid cooling adoption Dubai, UAE [June…
Climate Innovation Pakistan (CLIP) has been launched to foster homegrown climate tech solutions. The initiative, supported by Renewables First and New Energy Nexus, includes a Climate Tech Incubator and a New Energy Academy. It aims to address Pakistan’s climate challenges, promote innovation, and enhance the solar workforce.
Geidea is expanding its SoftPos service to Egypt after a successful launch in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. This solution enables merchants to accept secure, contactless payments via smartphones, eliminating the need for traditional POS devices. The launch marks a key step in Geidea’s strategy to transform the region’s digital payment landscape.
AiVANTA, a leader in AI-powered personalized video solutions, has expanded into Dubai, enhancing customer engagement across various industries like banking, insurance, healthcare, and telecom. The platform’s ability to create hyper-personalized, multilingual content aligns with the UAE’s digital transformation goals, supporting businesses in optimizing communication and driving conversions.
Nepal Telecom has launched a new communication tower in the Palanta rural municipality of Kalikot, aiming to enhance connectivity in a previously disconnected area. The tower will provide 4G and 5G services to 10% of the population, with plans to expand coverage across surrounding municipalities, improving rural telecommunication.
EWEC has opened registration for its Q1 2025 Clean Energy Certificates (CECs) auction, supporting the UAE’s sustainability goals. The auction aligns with the Year of Community 2025 initiative, enabling individuals and organizations to contribute to reducing carbon footprints and advancing Abu Dhabi’s clean energy transition in line with Vision 2050.
Nepal Telecom’s internet service is currently slowed due to problems with a key international bandwidth provider. Traffic rerouting has strained alternate links, disrupting connectivity since early July 8. The company is working to restore normal service soon and has apologized for the impact on users.
stc Bahrain pioneers a hybrid solar power solution, replacing diesel generators with a smarter, more sustainable system. The initiative, in line with Bahrain’s Vision 2030, reduces carbon emissions, operating costs, and dependence on fossil fuels, ensuring reliable service and contributing to a greener future.
Zain Bahrain has received the Corporate Ethical Procurement and Supply certification from CIPS, demonstrating its commitment to ethical procurement practices. The certification was achieved after rigorous training for the procurement division, enhancing the company’s transparency and ethical standards in its supply chain management.