The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has reduced the national usage of terrestrial bandwidth from India to 50%, aiming to create a fairer competition between submarine and terrestrial cable operators. The move also includes raising the revenue-sharing rate for ITCs and increasing the market share target for submarine cables.
Beyon has announced plans for its ambitious 380,000 square meter Digital City project in Hamala, in partnership with Edamah. Set to begin construction in 2025, the project aims to integrate technology and real estate, supporting Bahrain’s digital transformation and sustainability goals.
Vodafone Oman’s 777 live number auction raised over OMR 580,000 for charity, with the sale of the first-ever single-digit number fetching a record OMR 429,500. The auction reinforced Vodafone’s commitment to innovation, community support, and exclusive customer experiences while shaping Oman’s digital future.
Over the last month, the Middle East’s telecom landscape has been awash with high-impact deals, forward-thinking partnerships, and major technology…
Du has partnered with Netcracker Technology to leverage the GenAI Telco Solution, enhancing customer experiences in the UAE telecom sector. This collaboration aims to deliver personalized, consistent, and multilingual support, setting a new standard for digital customer service while prioritizing inclusivity and efficient self-care interactions.
VentureOne, the commercialization arm of the Advanced Technology Research Council, has launched SteerAI, an AI-driven mobility system that transforms standard industrial vehicles into autonomous units. This innovation aims to enhance operational efficiency in the logistics and defense sectors, leveraging advanced navigation algorithms and remote fleet management capabilities.
The Content Player Awards (CPA) will launch in April 2025 to celebrate and advance digital content in the Middle East. The event, a collaboration between Tayarah, Ievents, and DigiSay Group, will feature interactive workshops and culminate in an awards ceremony honoring top content creators, brands, and influencers.
FinVolution Group has launched Daira, its new fintech platform in Pakistan, marking a major step in its global expansion. The platform aims to address the country’s financial inclusion gap by providing localized digital financial services. With this launch, FinVolution strengthens its presence in South Asia’s growing fintech market.
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.
Orange Jordan and the Jordan Press Foundation/Al Rai have signed a strategic partnership to enhance digital transformation in the media sector. This collaboration will focus on developing digital infrastructure, improving technology in journalism, and leveraging AI to stay ahead in the fast-evolving media landscape.
