The stage is set and technology is ripe. Gone are the days to be shocked and awed by driverless cars traversing the highways. It is happening as we speak.
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The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has unveiled an extensive strategy to spearhead research and studies concerning the advancement of ‘International Mobile Telecommunications’ (IMT-2030) technology, also called the sixth generation of mobile networks (6G).
e& has announced that its shareholders have endorsed the Board of Directors' proposal for a new progressive dividend policy. This policy will see a yearly incremental increase of AED 0.03 for the fiscal years 2024, 2025, and 2026, culminating in a dividend per share (DPS) of AED 0.89 by fiscal year 2026, as announced during the group's Annual General Meeting (AGM).
The Board of Directors of stc Bahrain has announced the appointment of Eng. Khalid bin Baijan Al Osaimi as the new CEO of stc Bahrain, succeeding Eng. Nezar Banabeela.
du, commercially rebranded from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has announced the launch of du Pay, marking a significant milestone in the UAE's transition toward a cashless economy and aligning seamlessly with the national agenda for digitalization.
e& UAE has announced its membership in MEF, a global industry association of network, cloud, security, and technology providers. This move underscores the digital telco’s commitment to delivering world-class network solutions and enabling seamless connectivity for its customers across the region.
Cloud transformation in the telecom industry requires a collective shift, and Dell Technologies has deep experience in guiding telcos as they embark on this journey. Over the last few years, Dell’s Telecom Systems Business (TSB) has led multi-year cloud transformation shifts across leading UAE customers, bringing significant reductions in costs while dramatically fueling business agility.
The Public Investment Fund (PIF) and Saudi Telecommunications Company (stc Group) has announced the signing of definitive agreements whereby PIF will acquire a 51% stake in Telecommunication Towers Company Limited (TAWAL) from stc Group.
In 2024, the International Girls in ICT Day, supported by the ITU, will be celebrated on April 25. For this year’s theme, the discourse will focus on ‘Leadership,’ underscoring the critical need for strong female role models in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers.
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, few advancements have promised as much transformative potential as artificial intelligence (AI). With its ability to analyze vast amounts of data, recognize patterns, and make informed decisions autonomously, AI is poised to revolutionize industries across the board. As we look ahead to the next few years, the growing importance of AI is undeniable, particularly in the realm of data centers.
HITEK, part of the Farnek Group, has signed a JV partnership with Virgin Mobile Saudi, a Beyond ONE subsidiary, making it the preferred technology partner to enable a joint strategic approach to develop smart cities in Saudi Arabia.
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Cloud transformation in the telecom industry requires a collective shift, and Dell Technologies has deep experience in guiding telcos as they embark on this journey. Over the last few years, Dell’s Telecom Systems Business (TSB) has led multi-year cloud transformation shifts across leading UAE customers, bringing significant reductions in costs while dramatically fueling business agility.
In 2024, the International Girls in ICT Day, supported by the ITU, will be celebrated on April 25. For this year’s theme, the discourse will focus on ‘Leadership,’ underscoring the critical need for strong female role models in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers.
Amidst the whirlwind of AI-driven transformations sweeping through various sectors, the telecom industry stands as a vanguard of innovation. In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, Mikhail Gerchuk, the CEO of e& international, offered profound insight into the dynamic landscape of telecommunications, discussing the initiatives, challenges, and future prospects of this evolving field.
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Swedish telecom chief to steer web body ICANN to independence
Sweden's Goran Marby was named head of the body that manages internet addresses, pledging to uphold checks and balances as it steps out from under US government oversight.
New FTTH initiatives in the MENA region
New initiatives and strategies were set out during the second General Assembly of the FTTH Council MENA held after the 7th annual conference in Muscat last November. The new board of directors has been elected as of 1st January 2016 to build the new plans for FTTH deployment in the MENA region.
Dubai hosted the finest of drone technology at the UAE Drones for Good Awards 2016
The UAE Drones for Good Awards held from 4 to 6 February showcased the most innovative drone concepts from the UAE and around the world. With showcases from big brands like Nokia and Etisalat, and even the UAE Government itself, the exhibition did not disappoint. Set up in Dubai Internet City, and launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the event proved just how much society can benefit from exceptional drone technology for the greater good.
RIPE NCC in Bahrain: Member lunch and IPv6 training workshop
The RIPE NCC, in cooperation with the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority in Bahrain (TRA), organized an IPv6 technical training from 25 until 28 January in Manama, Bahrain. A total of 30 private and governmental bodies participated in the workshop. The visit to Bahrain was initiated by organizing a lunch for members in Bahrain to meet with RIPE NCC staff on 24 January.
