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July 17, 2025

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AT&T achieves nationwide 5G RedCap coverage

This achievement marks a significant step forward in the advancement and expansion of our 5G network, demonstrating our commitment to delivering cutting-edge connectivity solutions at scale...

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Tech Mahindra recognized in the FTSE4Good Index Series for the 9th consecutive year

Tech Mahindra, a leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises across industries, announces it has been included in the FTSE4Good Index Series...

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Nokia to publish second-quarter and half-year financial report on 24 July 2025

Nokia will publish its second-quarter and half-year financial report on 24 July 2025 at approximately 8 a.m. Finnish time (EEST)...

Policy and Regulation

•	Oman’s TRA highlights importance of adhering to technical standards for internal building communications The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) of Oman has launched a media campaign to raise awareness about the critical role of proper internal wiring in ensuring high-quality telecommunications services within...

•	Join the global drive to ensure AI supports food security A new Global Initiative on AI for Food Systems launched at the AI for Good Global Summit 2025 aims to ensure that artificial intelligence (AI) helps boost productivity, resilience, and global food security...

North Africa

•	Morocco launches 5G license auction to advance mobile communications and economic development Morocco has initiated a call for competition to award licenses for establishing and operating 5th generation (5G) mobile telecommunications networks...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	HbbTV enables secure content delivery with new DRM specification The HbbTV Association has announced a new specification for the integration of Digital Rights Management (DRM) in HbbTV implementations and services...

Satellite & Internet

•	Amazon’s Kuiper satellites to get boost from rival SpaceX Amazon’s decision to launch 24 Project Kuiper satellites aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 highlights the urgency to meet FCC deadlines and compete with Starlink, marking a pivotal shift in strategy as it races to scale...

•	Singtel, AWS, Microsoft to develop new submarine cable across East Asia A consortium of telecoms and tech companies have signed a contract with NEC Corporation to build the Asia United Gateway East (AUG East) submarine cable system connecting Singapore and Japan, with Brunei, Indonesia,...

Global Telecom Update

•	Beeline Uzbekistan boosts connectivity across five key regions Veon-owned Beeline Uzbekistan claims it has significantly enhanced network quality across five key regions, as demand for digital connectivity continues to rise...

•	Orange launches unified B2B solution to drive Belgian digital transformation This marks another milestone in the ‘Lead the Future’ strategy, providing a unique B2B value proposition for present and future ICT, connectivity, and cybersecurity needs...

•	Sparkle expands its reach in Greece with an additional Point of Presence in Thessaloniki Sparkle has opened a second Point of Presence (PoP) in Thessaloniki, further expanding its digital footprint in Greece and the Balkan region...

Middle East

•	Orange Jordan partners with StarLink to expand advanced ICT solutions for digital transformation This alliance reinforces Orange Jordan’s role as a responsible digital leader dedicated to innovation and supporting the Kingdom’s business sector growth through cutting-edge ICT offerings...

•	Bahrain and Kuwait strengthen strategic partnership in transportation and infrastructure The visit aimed to advance cooperation and promote the exchange of expertise in the fields of transportation, logistics, and infrastructure development...

•	Oman’s ecommerce sector booms with over 10,500 licensed businesses amid rising digital trade Oman’s National E-Commerce Plan (2022–2027) aims to establish the country as a regional hub by fostering a robust digital trade ecosystem...

•	Kuwait’s real-time payment scheme WAMD surpasses 1 million accounts in first year Aligned with KNET’s mission of supporting Kuwait’s national vision for digital transformation, longer-term strategic initiatives include the integration of Kuwait’s fintech players to WAMD and enabling A2A...

South Asia

•	Pakistan Telecommunication Authority enhances telecom sector with data-driven policies and satellite internet regulations The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is intensifying efforts to improve the country’s telecommunications landscape by implementing key policies focused on service quality and regulatory oversight...

•	Bangladesh hosts first BEAR summit, semiconductor symposium to boost deep-tech ambitions Bangladesh has taken a major leap toward establishing itself as a hub for deep-tech innovation by hosting its inaugural Biotech, Electronics, AI, and Robotics (BEAR) Summit alongside the Bangladesh National Semiconductor...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	O2 completes work to improve its mobile network in Coventry This will enable the operator to move traffic on to the more energy- efficient and reliable 4G and 5G networks...

•	Bolivia starts 5G pilot tests in experimental areas Bolivia's National Telecommunications Company (Entel) has begun a 5G test phase in "experience zones" around the country in preparation for the expected official rollout in the second half of 2025...

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