Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
du, BubbleRAN, and Khalifa University demonstrated an industry-first Arabic voice-controlled autonomous 5G system that converts spoken intents into validated network actions using O-RAN/AI-RAN APIs. Powered by Arabic-native telecom LLMs and coordinated AI agents, the solution enables zero-touch automation, cultural alignment, and next-generation 5G/6G network intelligence.
Eutelsat and du have renewed their multi-year broadcasting partnership, combining du’s teleport infrastructure with Eutelsat’s satellite capabilities to deliver premium content across MENA. The agreement strengthens du’s position as a key regional partner and reinforces the importance of the 7/8° West hotspot, ensuring reliable, high-quality broadcast services for millions of viewers.
du, in partnership with Nokia and MediaTek, has achieved an industry-first 6.3 Gbps 5G speed in the UAE using advanced carrier aggregation technology. The test combined four 5G TDD carriers over 400 MHz spectrum, marking a major leap in 5G+ capabilities. With this achievement, du strengthens its leadership in high-performance 5G infrastructure, paving the way for next-gen AI, enterprise, and ultra-HD digital experiences across the country.
du has launched Cloud Miner, the UAE’s first telecom-led cloud mining service, enabling residents to securely and sustainably earn Bitcoin through subscription-based computational power rentals — reinforcing the country’s push toward digital finance innovation.
Bridge Alliance has added du as its first UAE member, expanding IoT and 5G collaboration across the Middle East and Asia Pacific through shared innovation, cross-border connectivity, and enterprise-driven digital transformation.
Du and NextGenAI have doubled their Nvidia-powered AI supercluster to 13+MW at du’s DSO data centre, featuring advanced liquid cooling and Nvidia B300 GPUs. The project supports sovereign AI initiatives, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a leader in high-performance AI infrastructure.
Du and NextGenAI have expanded their Nvidia-powered AI supercluster in Dubai to 13+MW, enhancing AI compute capacity and energy efficiency through liquid cooling. The move cements du’s leadership in regional AI infrastructure and supports sovereign AI initiatives, including a new AI Park and National Hybrid AI platform.
du has launched its 5G+ network in the UAE, offering up to double the speed and significantly lower latency through 5G-Advanced technology. The upgrade enhances AI, IoT, and smart city applications, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a global digital innovation hub.
du showcased advanced AI, 5G, and cloud-based solutions at GITEX 2025, expanding partnerships with Hassantuk, ELCOME, and Dubai Taxi Company. The initiatives strengthen public safety, maritime connectivity, and data sovereignty, positioning du at the forefront of the UAE’s national digital transformation.
du unveiled its AI Park and National Hybrid AI Platform at GITEX Global 2025, advancing the UAE’s vision for digital sovereignty. The initiatives combine hyperscale AI infrastructure, green data centers, and innovation hubs to empower secure, independent, and sustainable AI-driven growth.