Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
First Gulf Company and Arabsat signed an agreement to provide scalable VSAT and satellite data services across Saudi Arabia, starting with 140 Mbps and supporting IoT, cloud, and AI applications, enhancing connectivity especially for remote industrial sectors.
Space42 has launched the Thuraya Mobile Broadband Hotspot, a rugged and secure satellite terminal providing reliable broadband connectivity for remote land and maritime users across multiple regions. Compatible with the Thuraya satellite network and upcoming Thuraya-4, the terminal supports mission-critical communications for government and commercial sectors.
Eutelsat and Orange have signed a multi-year deal to expand Orange’s LEO satellite connectivity using Eutelsat’s OneWeb constellation, enhancing digital inclusion and connectivity resilience worldwide. This builds on their existing partnerships in consumer and enterprise satellite broadband services.
AFD secures dedicated access to Bangabandhu-1 satellite, advancing secure, self-reliant military communications in Bangladesh.
Space42’s Thuraya Mobile Broadband Hotspot offers secure, durable satellite internet for remote land and maritime users, filling critical coverage gaps. Compatible with the Thuraya-4 satellite and equipped with advanced features, it supports mission-critical communications across multiple sectors worldwide.
Arabsat and Telesat have agreed to lease multi-gigabit LEO satellite capacity, integrating Telesat’s Lightspeed services into Arabsat’s satellite ecosystem to provide seamless broadband connectivity across key sectors. The collaboration will help enhance digital transformation and offer flexible, cost-effective solutions.
Thuraya has launched the Thuraya One, an Android 14 smartphone with integrated satellite capabilities, designed to provide seamless connectivity using 5G, 4G, and Thuraya’s satellite network. The device features dual-mode and dual-SIM functionality, ensuring reliable communication in remote areas. It is now available through Thuraya’s global network of service partners.
Orange and Telesat have partnered to integrate Telesat Lightspeed’s satellite technology into Orange Wholesale’s global portfolio, providing low-latency, secure connectivity solutions. This collaboration will enhance connectivity in underserved regions, combining advanced satellite technology with Orange’s expertise to boost resilience and digital inclusion in remote areas across Europe, Africa, and beyond.
Kacific and Paksat International have partnered to enhance broadband connectivity in Pakistan using the Paksat-MM1 satellite. This collaboration will provide affordable, high-speed internet, especially in remote regions, improving mobile backhaul, backup connectivity, and supporting businesses, government agencies, and ISPs, while boosting digital inclusion across the country.
Orange and Eutelsat have partnered to provide satellite-based broadband connectivity in underserved regions of Africa and the Middle East. The initiative will enhance digital inclusion by offering high-speed internet access to remote areas, initially covering Jordan, Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, with future expansions.