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SAMENA Telecommunications Council - Logo Industry News Briefing
February 18, 2025
 
 
 
 
 
 
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stc Bahrain announces MOU with Fortinet to launch Bahrain’s first Sovereign Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) service
 
 
stc Bahrain, a digital enabler, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Fortinet, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, to work together to launch the first Sovereign Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) in Bahrain...
 
Middle East smartphone market grew 14% in 2024, reaching pre-pandemic levels
The Middle East smartphone market surged 14% in 2024, nearly double the global recovery rate, fueled by premium device demand and expanding retail strategies...
 
 
 
Member News
 
•  e& enterprise collaborates with PayPal to expand digital payment solutions for businesses
Member Logo e& enterprise, the digital transformation arm of e& announced a strategic three-year collaboration with PayPal, a globally renowned payment solutions provider, that will enhance the payment capabilities offered through its...
 
•  Tameer Vision Real Estate and Huawei partner to build future-ready residential units in Saudi Arabia
Member Logo This collaboration aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology’s (MCIT) 10Gbps Society initiative that aims to build a superfast broadband infrastructure...
 
•  Nokia upgrades Orange Jordan’s broadband network gateway to enhance connectivity across the Kingdom
Member Logo Nokia and Orange Jordan have announced the successful upgrade of Orange Jordan’s Broadband Network Gateway (BNG) with Nokia’s cutting-edge 7750 Service Router (SR) platforms...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Policy and Regulation
 
• UN Citiverse Challenge: Virtual worlds and AI for human-centric cities
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and key global partners have launched the first UN Citiverse Challenge, which champions a transformative approach to urban innovation...
 
• NITDA’s new rule mandates cloud providers to host key data within Nigeria
Nigeria’s NITDA has introduced a data classification framework mandating local storage of sensitive data, encouraging cloud providers to establish operations in Nigeria, boosting digital sovereignty, economic growth,...
 
South Asia
 
• IFC commits to supporting Pakistan’s growth in green energy, telecom, and digitization
The IFC has pledged support for Pakistan’s growth in green energy, telecom, data centers, and digitization, as Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb highlights economic reforms, private sector investment, and structural...
 
• Dialog delivers strong FY 2024 performance with 10% core revenue growth
Dialog Axiata reported strong core revenue growth of 10% in FY 2024, driven by mobile, broadband, and digital services, while EBITDA rose 8% amid cost rescaling initiatives...
 
Content & Immersive Technologies
 
• Roku continues financial and market growth
Roku achieved record Q4 revenue, surpassing US$1 billion in platform sales, driven by strong ad demand and streaming growth, while expanding its global footprint and reaching 90 million streaming households...
 
• Animoca Brands Japan partners with XANA to expand Web3 gaming
Animoca Brands Japan has partnered with XANA LLC to support the global expansion of XANA BreakingDown, a Web3 fighting game inspired by Japan’s BreakingDown martial arts event, leveraging Web3 technology to enhance...
 
Global Telecom Update
 
• Betacom and Siemens launch private 5G network platform to accelerate manufacturing innovation
Betacom and Siemens have launched a pioneering private 5G network at MxD, providing manufacturers with a secure, end-to-end solution for Industry 4.0 innovation while ensuring full control over data, operations, and...
 
• SoftAtHome supports Orange in launching Poland’s first Wi-Fi 7 broadband solution
Orange Polska has launched Funbox 10, Poland’s first Wi-Fi 7-powered router, delivering faster, more reliable internet with up to 8 Gbps fiber speeds, enhanced connectivity, and sustainable features across 39 cities...
 
• Mobicom brings Circles' AI powered Xplore to Mongolia
Mobicom has partnered with Circles to launch Xplore, an AI-powered SaaS platform enhancing digital engagement, customer interactions, and revenue opportunities, strengthening Mobicom’s telecom leadership in Mongolia...
 
 
Middle East
 
• Mindware and VMware forge strategic partnership to drive digital transformation in Lebanon, Iraq, and Jordan
The partnership is designed to bring Broadcom’s cutting-edge VMware solutions including App Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Networking Security and Software-Defined Edge to the Levant region...
 
• Batelco launches ‘One Plan’ in Bahrain, unifying mobile and fiber internet services
Batelco by Beyon has launched ‘One Plan’, Bahrain’s first unified telecom package, allowing customers to combine up to five postpaid mobile lines and one fiber Internet line under a single bill, offering...
 
• Qatari companies Pass Delivery & SkipCash join forces for a smarter mobility experience
This collaboration enhances transaction efficiency, reduces cash-handling risks, and supports Qatar’s shift toward a fully digital payment ecosystem...
 
• Middle East smartphone market grew 14% in 2024, reaching pre-pandemic levels
The Middle East smartphone market surged 14% in 2024, nearly double the global recovery rate, fueled by premium device demand and expanding retail strategies...
 
North Africa
 
• Maroc Telecom strengthens growth with revenue increase and major investment plans
Maroc Telecom continues to expand its presence across Africa, driven by strong growth in fixed broadband and mobile services...
 
3G, 4G and 5G Networks
 
• Vodafone to install 5G standalone mobile private network at UK Science and Innovation Campus
Vodafone will deploy a 5G Standalone mobile private network at Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, enhancing IoT connectivity, security, and real-time control for research institutions and businesses under the UK’s...
 
• Ethio Telecom expands 5G network to Ethiopia's Jimma
Ethio Telecom has expanded its 5G network to Jimma City, marking its 12th city in Ethiopia’s nationwide rollout, accelerating digital transformation with ultra-fast connectivity and new economic opportunities...
 
Satellite & Internet
 
• Measat and SPACESAIL sign MoU to advance LEO satellite connectivity
Measat and SPACESAIL have signed an MoU to collaborate on LEO satellite broadband, emerging space technologies, and multi-orbit solutions, aiming to enhance connectivity and drive innovation across Malaysia and Asia...
 
• Airtel lands SEA-ME-WE-6 cable in Chennai
Bharti Airtel has landed the SEA-ME-WE 6 submarine cable in Chennai, following Mumbai, enhancing India’s global connectivity with 220 Tbps capacity and integrating with Nxtra data centers for seamless international...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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