SLT-Mobitel showcased resilience and growth in the first half of 2024, achieving a revenue increase and significant operational efficiency gains. Strategic cost management and lower finance costs helped narrow net losses, while investments in network infrastructure are set to enhance customer experience and drive future growth.
Morocco partners with AI71, leveraging AI for data management as part of the “Morocco Digital 2030” strategy. The agreement, signed at Gitex Global, aims to equip Moroccan startups with advanced AI tools, boosting their global competitiveness.
The TDRA has released an updated Telecommunications Network Box Specification Manual, reducing costs and space for telecom infrastructure by up to 50%. The manual supports UAE’s smart city initiatives and maintains its global leadership in FTTH. It benefits telecom operators, developers, and users by standardizing specifications and enhancing service delivery.
Zain concluded its international acceleration phase for the Zain Great Idea (ZGI) program, bringing Kuwaiti entrepreneurs to Silicon Valley for masterclasses, consultations, and field visits to major tech companies like NVIDIA and Google. The program fostered connections, empowering startups with insights and resources to grow in the global market.
Egypt is set to revolutionize its mobile telecom sector with e-SIM technology and its first 5G network, promising enhanced connectivity, competition, and affordability.
The GSMA is hosting its first Digital Nation Summit in Pakistan on August 7, in collaboration with the Ministry of IT & Telecom. The event will feature discussions on leveraging mobile technology for a sustainable and inclusive Digital Pakistan, with opportunities to engage with industry pioneers and thought leaders.
SLT-Mobitel won three awards at the National Best Quality ICT Awards 2024, including a Silver for “SenseGrid IoT Solution,” a Bronze for “Energen,” and a Merit for “AkazaHR.” These innovations reflect the company’s commitment to driving technological advancement and contributing to Sri Lanka’s economic growth.
In today’s integrated global economy, the success of businesses increasingly depends on effective international logistics.
The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) has launched Falcon Mamba 7B, the top-performing open-source State Space Language Model (SSLM) globally. This marks TII’s fourth consecutive top-ranked AI model, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a global AI hub. The model, designed for complex tasks, will be available under a permissive open-source license.
Telecom Egypt and Huawei Cloud have launched the first locally based public cloud platform in Egypt and Northern Africa. This collaboration aims to position Egypt as a premier digital hub, offering advanced, secure cloud solutions to businesses, fostering innovation, and creating job opportunities across the region.
