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November 28, 2023

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e& collaborates with NEC Laboratories and the Global Enabling Sustainability Initiative (GeSI) to improve sustainability in Supply Chain Management

e& has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NEC Laboratories America and the Global Enabling Sustainability Initiative (GeSI), marking an important step in promoting sustainability within its supply chain management system...

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Zain sponsors annual NUKS USA conference

Part of its extended strategic partnership with the National Union of Kuwaiti Students in the United States of America (NUKS USA), and in continuation of its efforts to support student activities abroad, Zain has sponsored...

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Tech Mahindra launches a sports cloud platform built on AWS to provide an immersive fan experience globally, powered by AI, ML, analytics, and AR/VR

The offering focuses on building next-generation digital capabilities for sports organizations, and delivering immersive and personalized experiences to sporting enthusiasts worldwide...

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Huawei and Sharp sign long-term global patent cross-licensing agreement

Huawei and Sharp announced the signing of a new long-term global patent cross-licensing agreement, which covers Cellular Standard Essential Patents, including 4G and 5G...

Policy and Regulation

•	New global connectivity data shows growth, but divides persist Steady but uneven progress in global Internet connectivity highlights the disparities of the digital divide and is leaving people in...

•	Tajikistan loosening international internet connectivity monopoly Tajikistan's telecoms regulator has authorized MegaFon Tajikistan and Tcell to access international internet channels directly, bypassing the state-run UCTC, in a move expected to improve the nation's internet speed...

Middle East

•	Bahrain National Insurance partners with Nasmaakum for inclusive communication Bahrain National Insurance Company (bni) has entered into a significant memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Nasmaakum, a pioneering sign language mobile application...

•	Ooredoo Qatar and Ericsson plan 4G network for energy sector Operator Ooredoo Qatar has partnered with Ericsson, which will supply and implement a 4G network for Ooredoo’s oil and gas enterprise customers...

•	Vodafone Oman set to open six new hubs across oman offering next-level customer experience Vodafone Oman’s nation-wide expansion plans are well under way with six new Vodafone Hubs set to be opened before the end of the year...

South Asia

•	Dialog Axiata surpasses 200,000 users on Sri Lanka’s largest 5G trial network Dialog Axiata PLC, the first telecommunications service provider in the South Asian region to demonstrate 5G capabilities in 2018, has enabled over 200K Sri Lankans to experience the power of 5G on Dialog’s 5G Trial...

•	HUAWEI eKit' in Bangladesh for Better distribution of ICT Products Huawei has launched 'HUAWEI eKit,' a robust sub-brand that provides an easy supply chain and distribution system for ICT products through local distributors in Bangladesh...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	Sandbox Group unveils new kids app The Smurfs – Educational Games UK’s education publishing outfit, Sandbox Group, has unveiled its latest new free educational kids app — The Smurfs – Educational Games...

•	HbbTV OpApp improves support for linear channel streaming HbbTV OpApp now has improved support for rendering IP-delivered linear channels, including enabling regular HbbTV interactive (Red Button) applications to appear alongside IP-delivered linear channels and operator-managed...

North Africa

•	Algérie Télécom powers “Treg Algeria Trail” as technological partner Algérie Télécom’s robust infrastructure will enable live broadcasting of the races, real-time results monitoring, and reliable connectivity during the competition...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	Mattel launches Mauritania’s first 5G trial Mauritanian cellco Mattel, which is backed by Tunisie Telecom, has launched a pilot 5G network in conjunction with equipment partner Huawei...

•	Masmovil Group, Innovasur and OPUS RSE present the 5G CityBrain project The CityBrain project, led by Masmovil Group, Innovasur, and OPUS RSE in Andalusia, aims to transform Granada into a smart city using AI and 5G technologies, supported by EU's NextGeneration funds...

Satellite & Internet

•	Project Kuiper partnership offers satellite connectivity to Japan The companies expect to use Project Kuiper satellite connectivity services to enhance communications availability and resiliency for Japanese customers...

•	ALIV’s FTTH rollout reaches 40,000 homes across New Providence ALIV, a Bahamian mobile operator, has expanded its fiber-to-the-home network to cover 40,000 homes in New Providence, aiming to reach 99% of homes by 2026, and currently leads with a significant share in both the fixed...

Global Telecom Update

•	IEC Telecom introduces OptiShield advanced cybersecurity solution for vessels Developed by IEC Telecom’s experts, OptiShield combines advanced cybersecurity software with a dedicated remote IT team to ensure state-of-the art protection for onboard networks...

•	CPX launches AI-powered cyber threat detection service CPX Holding, a leading provider of digital-first cybersecurity solutions and services, has launched its groundbreaking cybersecurity solution — the CPX Intelligent Threat Detection Platform...

•	Macao’s prize-winning 5G Smart Campus Network launches at MUST Macao’s telecom company CTM has partnered with Huawei and the Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST) to address the SAR’s campus development needs through 5G technology...

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