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November 20, 2025

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stc Group showcases digital leadership as founding partner of Connected World 2025

stc Group, Saudi Arabia’s leading digital enabler, demonstrated its commitment to shaping the Kingdom’s digital future at Connected World 2025, held on November 18-19 at Roshn Front. As a Founding Partner, the group showcased its latest digital solutions and entered into three strategic agreements with tech innovators to further enhance the Kingdom’s digital ecosystem...

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Eutelsat and MSTelcom sign distribution agreement to expand LEO Connectivity services in Angola

Under the agreement, MSTelcom will act as a distributor of Eutelsat’s OneWeb services within Angola, bringing LEO connectivity solutions to enterprise, public sector and telecom customers...

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Cisco reports first quarter earnings

Cisco reported first quarter revenue of $14.9 billion, net income on a generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) basis of $2.9 billion or $0.72 per share, and non-GAAP net income of $4.0 billion or $1.00 per share...

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Nokia deepens commitment to AI data center and edge innovation with Open Compute Project Platinum membership

Nokia announced its Platinum-level membership in the Open Compute Project (OCP), accelerating its efforts to deliver the next generation of open, scalable and intelligent networks that will power the AI-driven future...

Policy and Regulation

•	TDRA hosts ICT Development Forum 2025 to shape the future of UAE’s telecom sector The forum reinforced TDRA’s role in advancing innovation, strengthening cooperation across the ICT ecosystem, and positioning the UAE as a global leader in digital transformation...

•	MCIT launches personal I-Score inquiry service on Digital Egypt platform The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has launched a personal credit report and score inquiry service on the Digital Egypt platform, according to a statement...

South Asia

•	Dialog showcases Sri Lanka’s fastest 5G network at INFOTEL 2025 Through immersive demos and real-world applications, Dialog highlighted how next-generation connectivity is shaping Sri Lanka’s digital future across smart cities, public services, tourism, education, and everyday...

•	Nepal Telecom rapidly expands 4G in Karnali Province epal Telecom has rapidly expanded 4G and 2G across Karnali province, bringing first-time mobile broadband and reliable voice servNe to dozens of remote villages, boosting tourism routes, and pushing 4G coverage past 98% of...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	wedotv expands VIDAA smart TV footprint with AVOD app and FAST channels Free ad-supported streaming network wedotv has signed a global distribution agreement with VIDAA, bringing its upgraded direct-to-consumer AVOD app and new FAST channels to more Hisense smart TVs...

•	AIS PLAY elevates sports streaming in Thailand with exclusive ATP Tour rights AIS PLAY continues to cement its leadership in Thailand’s digital Sports & Entertainment landscape with a landmark, multi-year partnership with the ATP Tour, designating AIS PLAY as the Official Broadcaster in...

Global Telecom Update

•	Dhiraagu taps Infovista for AI-powered network optimisation in the Maldives Dhiraagu, the Maldives' leading telecommunications provider, has partnered with Infovista to implement comprehensive AI-powered optimisation across its generational networks from 2G to 5G...

•	Kyndryl extends partnership with Vodafone Idea Limited to deliver automated IT operations and delivery transformation As part of the extended agreement with Vi, Kyndryl will build and deliver a cyber resilience framework focused on security governance, zero-touch services, data protection, identity and access management, security operations...

•	Palo Alto Networks, IBM unveil joint quantum-safe readiness solution for enterprises Service will leverage IBM Consulting's quantum safe expertise and Palo Alto Networks network security platform to help discover, protect and migrate critical cryptographic infrastructure...

Middle East

•	Ooredoo Qatar unveils ‘Office’, an all-in-one connectivity and communication solution for growing businesses With the launch of Ooredoo Office, the company strengthens its role as a one-stop provider of business communication solutions and contributes to Qatar’s broader digital transformation objectives...

•	Aman launches game to teach young children how to stay safe The Protection and Social Rehabilitation Center (Aman), one of the centers under the Qatar Foundation for Social Work, has launched the interactive digital game “Journey of Safety” in collaboration with the...

•	Orange Jordan renews support for SMARTECH 2025, strengthening digital transformation efforts Orange Jordan noted that its involvement in SMARTECH aligns with its strategy to create digital impact through responsible leadership and initiatives that enhance daily life...

•	flydubai teams up with Starlink to revolutionize inflight connectivity flydubai is set to redefine the inflight experience for its passengers by partnering with SpaceX’s Starlink, bringing high-speed, low-latency internet to its fleet starting in 2026...

North Africa

•	Vodafone Egypt posts record 46% revenue growth in first half of 2025 The increase reflects the company’s strong market position, supported by the trust of its 53 million customers and its highest market share to date...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	Airtel Uganda expands connectivity in Kalangala Islands with two new 4G sites Airtel Uganda has commissioned its 10th new 4G mast site in the Kalangala Islands, marking a significant milestone in the company’s nationwide network expansion program...

•	Airtel Malawi launches 5G and VoLTE services Airtel Malawi officially launched its 5G network in select districts on Tuesday along with the nationwide rollout of Voice over LTE (VoLTE) for its 4G network...

Satellite & Internet

•	Viasat powers next-generation in-flight Wi-Fi for Azerbaijan Airlines’ expanding fleet Viasat and Azerbaijan Airlines, the national carrier of Azerbaijan, have officially signed a strategic agreement at the Dubai Airshow 2025 to introduce high-speed, streaming-capable in-flight Wi-Fi across the airline’s...

•	Ghana plans to incorporate fiber rollout into road building Ghana has approved a nationwide Dig Once policy that embeds fiber ducts into every new road project, dramatically cutting deployment costs, reducing outages, and accelerating affordable, reliable digital connectivity across...

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