8 December 2025
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5G-Advanced

GCC Leads Global 5G-Advanced Deployments and IoT Adoption in 2025

Shahzaib03 mins

A new GSMA study reveals that GCC countries lead the world in 5G-Advanced deployments, IoT adoption, and enterprise use of AI and digital technologies. MENA enterprises are investing nearly 10% of revenues in digital transformation, with Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia emerging as regional frontrunners. Generative AI, private 5G networks, and IoT are driving major efficiency gains across sectors, while telcos are becoming key transformation partners.

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stc Bahrain and Huawei Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance 5G-Advanced and AI-Powered Digital Services

Shahzaib03 mins

stc Bahrain and Huawei have signed a strategic partnership to co-develop 5G-Advanced and AI-powered digital services, focusing on enterprise solutions, private networks, and enhanced network operations. The collaboration aims to drive Bahrain’s digital transformation and position it as a regional leader in AI and next-generation connectivity.

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e& UAE Sets Global Record with 600Mbps Uplink Speed on Live 5G Network

Shahzaib03 mins

e& UAE has set a world record by achieving a 600Mbps uplink speed on a live 5G network using FR1 band aggregation and uplink 3Tx technology, fully compliant with 3GPP Release 17. This milestone advances 5G-Advanced capabilities, empowering applications like 8K video uploads, cloud gaming, and smart homes with unprecedented speed and low latency. It reinforces the UAE’s position as a global tech leader driving next-generation digital innovation.

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