SAMENA Daily - Industry News Briefing
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Industry News Briefing
August 22, 2025 |
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Middle East |
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UAE leaps to No.2 in global AI rankings
The United Arab Emirates has been ranked the second most capable country in the world for artificial intelligence, according to a new study by US-based Technology Resource Group (TRG)...
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Qatar’s digital payments hit QR16.1 billion in July
The data highlights the deepening role of electronic transactions in Qatar’s financial system, spanning card payments, instant transfers, and mobile wallets...
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Oman’s SMEs embrace digitalisation to compete globally
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Oman are accelerating their shift towards digitalisation, with experts underscoring that technology adoption has become vital for growth, efficiency, and competitiveness both at home...
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Content & Immersive Technologies |
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ESPN launches new direct-to-consumer service
ESPN has officially launched its long-anticipated direct-to-consumer (DTC) streaming service alongside an enhanced ESPN App, marking a pivotal moment in the network’s digital evolution...
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Samsung expands mobile cloud gaming platform to European markets
Samsung Electronics announced the expansion of its mobile cloud gaming platform into the European market, giving more players instant access to top mobile games on their Galaxy devices without the need for downloads or...
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3G, 4G and 5G Networks |
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O2 UK partners with Freshwave to improve 4G/5G coverage
The plan is focused on expanding 4G and 5G coverage, a dedicated small cells rollout to boost capacity in dense urban areas, and innovative solutions to address persistent network pain points including along railway lines,...
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U Mobile 5G service goes live on second network
U Mobile officially launched Malaysia’s second 5G network under the Ultra 5G brand, with the next-generation service first available at its headquarters in Kuala Lumpur and on a bridge in Penang...
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