Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
e& reported AED 8.8 billion net profit in H1 2025, up 60.7% year-on-year, with strong 5G, AI, and cloud ecosystem expansion. The company launched the UAE Sovereign Cloud Launchpad, partnered with Qualcomm and AWS, and continued driving digital transformation across global markets.
ZTE and e& signed two major MoUs at GITEX Global 2025 to co-develop 5G private networks for smart cities and advance renewable energy innovation. The partnership supports UAE’s sustainability vision through AI-driven telecom infrastructure, energy-efficient systems, and next-generation connectivity across industries.
Turkey’s latest 5G auction generated $3.534 billion including VAT, surpassing revenue expectations. Turkcell, Türk Telekom, and Vodafone secured key 700MHz and 3.5GHz frequencies, paving the way for 5G rollout starting April 2026. The tender also extended 2G and 3G authorizations until 2042.
Vietnam’s telecom experts are urging the activation of the remaining 180 MHz C-band spectrum to double 5G speeds, boost connectivity, and position the nation alongside global 5G leaders such as Korea and Qatar, unlocking vast economic and industrial potential.
e& UAE and Siemens have joined forces at GITEX 2025 to drive 5G-enabled industrial automation and smart infrastructure, supporting the UAE’s Industry 4.0 and sustainability goals.
Algeria’s Post and Telecommunications Ministry is moving to integrate eSIM technology as part of its national digital transformation and 5G rollout preparations, signaling the country’s commitment to modern connectivity and advanced mobile services.
Ericsson and e& UAE have signed a multi-year deal to modernize the operator’s 5G core with cloud-native solutions, enabling faster service launches, enhanced reliability, and advanced enterprise connectivity aligned with the UAE’s digital transformation vision.
By 2030, 82% of MEA connections will rely on 4G and 5G networks, with the GCC leading at 91% 5G adoption. Nokia’s report highlights FWA growth, rising IoT applications, and 5G’s role in powering digital transformation.
Algeria’s Post and Telecommunications Minister Sid Ali Zerrouki has stressed research, innovation, and collaboration as the country prepares to launch 5G services. The initiative is part of a broader national strategy to strengthen local technology industries, expand digital solutions, and safeguard Algeria’s digital sovereignty.
Turkcell successfully conducted Türkiye’s first high-altitude 5G field test at 1,250 meters in Rize’s Kaçkar Mountains during the UTMB ultramarathon. The event showcased the operator’s technological readiness in extreme conditions and introduced real-time athlete tracking, reinforcing both innovation and sports tourism for the region.