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SAMENA Telecommunications Council - Logo Industry News Briefing
October 14, 2025
 
 
 
 
 
 
Featured Member News
 
Omantel Innovation Labs announces Cohort 6 startups
 
 
Omantel Innovation Labs proudly unveils the eight pioneering startups selected for the sixth cohort of its flagship Omantel Accelerator program, reaffirming its commitment to advancing innovation and entrepreneurship across the Sultanate of Oman and beyond...
 
 
 
Member News
 
•  UAE makes history: e& and NYU Abu Dhabi achieve 145 Gbps in first 6G terahertz trial
Member Logo In a landmark achievement for regional and global connectivity, e& UAE and New York University (NYU) Abu Dhabi have jointly demonstrated the first 6G Terahertz (THz) pilot in the Middle East, achieving record-breaking...
 
•  AT&T and Toyota drive the future of 5G connectivity and enhanced in-car entertainment
Member Logo Advanced 5G connectivity will enable enhanced integrated audio streaming, a reliable Wi-Fi hotspot, seamless real-time navigation, remote services, and over-the-air updates...
 
•  ZTE Intelligent Computing Congress successfully concludes in Italy
Member Logo This congress served as a powerful testament to ZTE's dedication to open innovation. Moving forward, the company will continue to deepen its collaboration with industry partners to foster a thriving, intelligent...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Policy and Regulation
 
Qatar Airways activates IPv6 with regulatory support from CRA
The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) announced that Qatar Airways has activated Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) within its digital infrastructure, with regulatory support from CRA, to accelerate the adoption of...
 
CST invites public feedback on regulatory approach for D2D and updated regulations for NTN in Saudi Arabia
The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) invited the public to provide feedback on the regulatory approach for Direct-to-Device (D2D) communication technologies, which enable direct connectivity between...
 
North Africa
 
Algeria expands satellite infrastructure with new regional hub in Constantine
Algeria has taken another major step toward strengthening its digital and telecommunications infrastructure with the inauguration of a new Regional Directorate for Space Communications in Constantine...
 
Satellite & Internet
 
Amazon expands Project Kuiper with new satellite launches
Amazon’s Project Kuiper is moving ahead with its global satellite internet network, adding another 24 satellites to orbit as part of its ongoing deployment plan...
 
MTN Nigeria targets 8 million homes with nationwide fiber expansion by 2028
MTN Nigeria has announced plans to expand its fiber network to reach over 8 million homes nationwide by 2028, reinforcing its commitment to broadband growth and digital inclusion...
 
Global Telecom Update
 
IonQ to showcase advancements in quantum infrastructure and security
IonQ’s advancements in quantum networking and sensing also position the company as a leader in building the quantum internet...
 
DeepTempo, Cribl partner to deliver integrated deep learning-powered threat detection
DeepTempo, a pioneer in behavioral threat detection powered by deep learning, announced a strategic partnership with Cribl, the Data Engine for IT and Security...
 
China Mobile aims to use homegrown chips to triple AI computing power
China Mobile announced plans to use only homegrown chips for the nation’s largest artificial intelligence computing network by 2028, accelerating China’s efforts to become a leader in AI and reduce its reliance...
 
 
 
Middle East
 
BARE expands footprint to 50+ locations, bringing seamless device protection across the GCC
From malls to city centers, BARE makes premium device protection a quick, five-minute decision backed by a Free Lifetime Replacement Warranty...
 
du and Network International partner to simplify payments and accelerate SME growth in the UAE
This collaboration marks a pivotal moment for the UAE’s SME sector, setting a new benchmark for integrated digital and financial infrastructure that supports inclusive economic growth and the country’s vision of...
 
Presight, Nasser Centre to boost digital transformation, AI adoption in Bahrain
Presight has signed a MoU with Nasser Centre for Science and Technology (NCST) in the Kingdom of Bahrain to support digital transformation, enhance AI utilisation across the region, and accelerate the adoption of digital...
 
Vodafone Qatar, Barzan University sign MoU to advance ICT services
Vodafone Qatar has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Barzan University College, in partnership with Swinburne University of Technology, Australia, to advance ICT services...
 
South Asia
 
Ten Pakistani startups shine at Dubai’s Expand North Star 2025
According to officials, over 40 independent Pakistani startups are also participating across various exhibition zones, drawing strong investor interest...
 
APIDM launches AI Proficiency for Business Professionals Programme
This initiative marks a milestone in Sri Lanka's digital transformation journey, empowering leaders, executives and entrepreneurs to harness AI for business growth, innovation and responsible leadership...
 
3G, 4G and 5G Networks
 
Malaysia’s second 5G network now covers over half of populated areas
The development of this second 5G network is important to ensure healthy competition, wider coverage, and better service quality for the people...
 
CTTC deploys Boldyn private 5G
Boldyn Networks is deploying the network, which it stated would be one of the first commercial examples running on all three bands simultaneously...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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