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Industry News Briefing
June 23, 2025

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Omantel and FiberHome launch joint R&D Center to pioneer next-generation network solutions

This strategic collaboration supports Omantel’s vision to bridge industrial expertise with academic research, fostering a dynamic ecosystem for innovation and technology entrepreneurship in Oman. The initiative plays a vital role in driving the nation’s digital transformation and enabling a knowledge-based economy...

Qatar and Brazil sign MoU to boost radio spectrum cooperation

Under the terms of the MoU, Qatar and Brazil will work together to manage the radio spectrum environment and jointly address radio spectrum monitoring, which includes satellite-based monitoring...

Member News

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AT&T and Pixar celebrate Disney and Pixar’s “Elio”

AT&T and Pixar Animation Studios collaborate to engage students with Disney and Pixar’s film “Elio” through special experiences and workshops...

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Huawei showcases 5G-A development and value of scenario-based AI

During MWC Shanghai 2025, Huawei showcased new developments in 5G Advanced (5G-A) experience monetization and scenario-based services powered by AI agents...

Recent Developments

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ZTE showcases innovative radio access network solutions to advance 5G deployment and accelerate intelligent connectivity at MWC Shanghai 2025

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Eutelsat and France’s Armed Forces Ministry reach landmark framework agreement for low orbit satellite services in the context of Frances’ NEXUS program

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AT&T introduces advanced voice technology for businesses to modernize communications

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stc Bahrain strengthens its leadership in 5G private network, AI and 5G Advanced by signing a partnership agreement with Huawei

Policy and Regulation

•	CRTC upholds decision allowing large telecoms to resell internet services on each other’s networks The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission held firm on its previous decision that Telus, Bell and Rogers are allowed to expand into each others’ fiber networks where they don’t already have...

South Asia

•	Pakistan launches key startup policy brief to bridge funding gap These targeted reforms aim to unlock both domestic and international capital, effectively bridge the existing funding gap, and accelerate sustainable growth within the startup sector...

•	Dialog delivers a world of exclusive benefits with all new power plans Dialog Axiata PLC has announced the launch of its upgraded range of Power Plans, now featuring a host of new and exclusive benefits designed to deliver unmatched value to its postpaid customers...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	75% of Cameroonians now on 3G or 4G networks These figures highlight not only the widespread adoption of mobile phones but also the increasing use of smartphones, which are capable of accessing 3G, 4G, and more advanced networks...

•	O2 completes work to improve its mobile network in Glasgow O2 is announcing a significant upgrade to its mobile network in Glasgow, after completing work to boost signal and services in over 3,000 postcodes in the last 12 months...

Global Telecom Update

•	SK Group to build data center in Korea's Ulsan for new AWS AI zone SK Group, in partnership with AWS, will build a data center in Ulsan, South Korea for a new AWS AI Zone that will help organizations in South Korea build innovative and new AI applications locally while leveraging the full...

•	Angola Cables and MEO boosting Atlantic connectivity and data centre networks MEO Wholesale Solutions has signed an agreement with Angola Cables, allowing it to expand its telecommunications services globally through the cable provider’s international subsea cable and data centre network...

•	Singtel launches enhanced connectivity solution for enterprises pursuing international IoT expansion Singtel has announced the launch of its enhanced Multi-Domestic Connectivity solution that enables seamless, secure and regulatory-compliant global IoT deployments in partnership with floLIVE, a cloud-native IoT connectivity...

Middle East

•	All GCC countries claim cyber readiness; only 1 in 6 protect industry-specific digital operations As digitization accelerates across the GCC, Arab Advisors Group releases a comprehensive three-part research series titled: Governmental Cybersecurity Efforts in the GCC and Yemen...

•	Oman Data Park and Rihal launch ‘Daily Millionaire’ digital platform This innovative concept integrates e-commerce, Shariah-compliant digital raffles, and fractional ownership, offering a unique digital experience...

•	Zain KSA starts deployment of 5G SA using 600-MHz band In a statement, Zain KSA said the full-scale commercial rollouts in Riyadh and Jeddah will be followed by a phased expansion across major cities, secondary cities, and the roads connecting them...

•	Qatar and Brazil sign MoU to boost radio spectrum cooperation Under the terms of the MoU, Qatar and Brazil will work together to manage the radio spectrum environment and jointly address radio spectrum monitoring, which includes satellite-based monitoring...

North Africa

•	Maroc Telecom and IFC partner to boost 4G connectivity in Chad and Mali This collaboration aligns directly with the African Union’s ambitious goal of establishing a secure single digital market in Africa by 2030, pushing forward the continent’s digital transformation agenda...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	Prime Video to screen Premier League in the Netherlands For its part, Prime Video has been selective on its sports rights acquisitions, dropping UK coverage of tennis and the Premier League....

Satellite & Internet

•	Kyivstar gains approval to trial Starlink Direct-to-Cell services Ukrainian mobile operator Kyivstar has secured regulatory approval to begin testing Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell (D2C) services, marking a significant step towards the commercial launch of satellite-based mobile...

•	CommScope enhances SYSTIMAX with FiberREACH and CableGuide 360 The FiberREACH portfolio utilizes a range of hybrid cabling solutions to provide gigabit speeds to the network edge...

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