The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has officially concluded the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-23), hosted by the UAE at the Dubai World Trade Center, which took place from November 20 to December 15, 2023.

Reports and Coverage
Telecom Review Merit Leader Awards stc’s Haithem Mohammed Alfaraj Hailed as ‘Global CTO of the Year’
As a wrap-up to the 17th edition of Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit, Telecom Review Group organized its Excellence Awards ceremony to recognize exceptional global and regional companies, along with industry leaders, for their innovative initiatives and influential contributions throughout 2023.
Fortinet Enhances its Extensive Operational Technology Security Platform to Lead the Industry
Fortinet, the global cybersecurity leader integrating networking and security, has unveiled its latest release of integrated operational technology (OT) security solutions and services. These additions further distance Fortinet’s industry-leading OT Security Platform from the rest of the market.
Beyond ONE introduces FRiENDi Pay
Beyond ONE™, the digital services provider and TMT-sector (technology, media, telecommunications) investment and operations company, has announced the launch of FRiENDi Pay— a digital mobile wallet service that will simplify remittances, reduce costs, and increase efficiency for FRiENDi mobile subscribers in Saudi Arabia.
Rising Adoption of Mobile Data Leads to Revenue Growth in Saudi Arabia
The total mobile services revenue in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is set to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3% from USD 12.7 billion in 2023 to USD 17.3 billion in 2028, mainly due to the rising adoption of mobile data services.
Omantel CEO's Strategic Insights Resonate at Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit 2023
Telecom Review Group welcomed Omantel CEO Talal Said Al Mamari during the 17th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders' Summit.
Enhancing Connectivity: Ericsson's Response to 5G Expansion and Network Demands
During the 17th Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit, Chafic Traboulsi, Vice President & Head of Networks, Ericsson Middle East, engaged in an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, where he highlighted their 5G and network innovations, as well as the Middle East’s evolving connectivity demands.
Telecom Egypt, WE, Joins Forces with Ora Developers for Smart City Communication Services
WE, the pioneering Egyptian Telecommunications Company known for its integrated communication services and information technology, has officially entered into a collaboration with Ora Developers Egypt.
Navigating the AI Landscape: The Hybrid Approach
By Erica Langhi, Senior Solutions Architect EMEA, Red Hat
Standardization Day: ETSI Meets UAE
In cooperation with xFlow Research, du hosted the event entitled ‘Standardization Day - ETSI Meets UAE’ which took place for the first time in the MENA region, on December 4, 2023, at the Grand Cosmopolitan Hotel, Dubai.