Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Omantel has upgraded its mobile network to 5G Standalone, enabling advanced services such as Voice over 5G, enterprise network slicing, RedCap IoT, and ultra-low latency applications. The seamless transition strengthens Oman’s digital infrastructure and positions the operator to support next-generation consumer and industrial use cases.
Huawei and MTN Nigeria have completed the first commercial deployment of Huawei’s RuralCow mobile base station, designed for rapid rollout in rural regions. The solution drastically reduces power use, installation complexity, and deployment costs while extending coverage to remote communities. It shortens rural network ROI to around three years.
Turkcell becomes the first company from Türkiye to join the AI-RAN Alliance, a global platform focused on integrating AI with Radio Access Networks. Through its membership, Turkcell will collaborate with international telecom leaders to shape the future of AI-powered mobile networks, advancing R&D in 5G and 6G technologies.
Sri Lanka will introduce mobile number portability in June 2025, allowing users to switch telecom operators while retaining their numbers. The decision, aimed at boosting competition in the sector, was announced during a Ministerial Consultative Committee meeting. This long-awaited move is expected to benefit consumers and enhance market dynamics.