Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Daban Ahmed has launched Iraq’s first telecom company with 5G technology, marking a major step in the country’s digital transformation. This initiative will provide ultra-fast internet, create new job opportunities, and enable innovations in AI, IoT, smart cities, and other sectors, boosting Iraq’s economic and technological future.
Emirates Integrated Telecommunications, in partnership with Nokia, has deployed the first commercial 5G Cloud RAN solution in the Middle East and Africa. This move enhances their network and service offerings, with significant growth in their subscriber base. The company is focusing on 5G, AI, and digital transformation for long-term growth.
Ericsson will showcase its innovative technologies at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh, reinforcing its commitment to Saudi Vision 2030. The event will feature demonstrations in 5G, AI, and advanced network solutions, highlighting the company’s role in advancing digital infrastructure and sustainability in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
Ooredoo has become the first MENA operator to adopt GSMA Camara open-network APIs, boosting 5G and IoT personalization for customers and developers. The deployment, launched in the Maldives, will expand across Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Algeria, enhancing service reliability and enabling digital innovation for businesses.
Ericsson is showcasing its innovations at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh, reinforcing its commitment to Saudi Vision 2030. The event will feature live tech demonstrations on 5G, AI, and network solutions, promoting digital transformation and sustainability, while hosting industry leaders on its Tech Insights podcast.
Ooredoo Kuwait achieved significant milestones in 2024, expanding its customer base to 2.9 million and advancing 5G technologies. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, the company reinforced its leadership in telecommunications and digital solutions, contributing to Kuwait’s digital transformation.
Viettel High Tech (VHT) and High Cloud Technologies (HCT) have formed a $1 million strategic partnership to supply 5G systems to the Middle East. The collaboration aims to enhance telecom coverage in suburban and rural areas, driving improvements in education, healthcare, and business by providing reliable digital infrastructure.
Viettel High Tech has signed a $1 million deal with High Cloud Technologies to supply 5G systems in the Middle East. This partnership includes the provision of 4G and 5G base stations and cloud-based infrastructure. The goal is to improve telecom coverage, particularly in rural areas, and enhance regional development.
Vodafone Qatar has launched the Brovi 5G Mobile Wi-Fi Pro 5, combining cutting-edge 5G technology and Wi-Fi 6 Plus for ultra-fast connectivity. With download speeds up to 3.6 Gbps and Game Turbo 2.0 for optimized gaming, it supports multiple simultaneous connections and offers up to 10 hours of continuous use.
Beyon and Ericsson have renewed their sustainability MoU to enhance energy-efficient networks in Bahrain. Their collaboration includes the Ericsson Product Take-Back Programme, resulting in a 30% energy reduction on Batelco’s network. The initiative aligns with Bahrain’s Vision 2030, focusing on Net Zero goals and circular economy practices.