Does bridging the standardization gap (BSG) play a pivotal role within the ITU’s (International Telecommunication Union) mission to unite the global community through evolving technology? Among the strategic objectives highlighted by the ITU’s standardization sector (ITU-T), BSG assumes a central position.
Nokia is bolstering the technological landscape of the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region with the launch of its Open Innovation Lab in Dubai. This initiative is poised to catalyze regional innovation and expedite the integration of cutting-edge technologies, particularly cloud solutions, artificial intelligence (AI), network automation and optimization.
Save the date this December for the ICT industry’s highly anticipated event, the 18th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit.
The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has achieved the ISO certification needed for the ‘Use of Social Media in Emergencies.’
Whether you're using lightning-fast 5G or reliable 4G, mobile data transforms your smartphone into a powerful internet device on-the-go. In the Middle East, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain are among the top ten countries with the most mobile data usage.
Currently, several Middle Eastern countries, including the UAE, Bahrain, Jordan, and Qatar, have emerged as frontrunners in the deployment and adoption of fiber optic technology. These nations have seen their rankings in the Ookla Speedtest Global Index for fixed broadband soar, thanks to the introduction of gigabit packages and the enhancement of entry-level speeds.
Oman presents a distinct narrative as its telecommunications sector, traditionally focused on connectivity, plays a significant role in shaping the country’s digital landscape. Across the Middle East, telcos are spearheading digital transformations, modernizing processes, systems, and infrastructure.
What steps must we take to protect our environment? All eyes are on Saudi Arabia for World Environment Day 2024, where the focus will be on the critical need for global investments in conserving nature, restoring lands, and pursuing sustainability.
Saudi Arabia is creating a fund of up to SAR 1 billion to invest in semiconductor companies. Over the next five-to-six years, the fund aims to boost the number of semiconductor firms operating in Saudi Arabia.
The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) recently issued the third edition of the Telecommunications Network Box Specification Manual for buildings, which sets out the technical specifications and standards adopted for the design of internal and external networks in new buildings and areas.
