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SAMENA Telecommunications Council - Logo Industry News Briefing
September 16, 2025
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Cisco’s WebexOne Event spotlights Global AI brands, Ryan Reynolds
 
 
Cisco will host WebexOne in San Diego and online from Sept 28–Oct 1, 2025, showcasing AI-powered collaboration and CX innovations with 50+ customer speakers, immersive training, and keynotes by Ryan Reynolds and NVIDIA’s Deepu Talla...
 
Iraq plans to become regional internet transit hub with new subsea cable projects
The drive to strengthen digital infrastructure comes as Iraq seeks to diversify beyond oil, attract foreign investment, and establish itself on the global data connectivity map...
 
 
 
Member News
 
•  Eutelsat and Multimedios Televisión consolidate longstanding satellite partnership in Mexico
Member Logo The new agreement secures capacity in C-band on the EUTELSAT 117 West A satellite, further solidifying Eutelsat’s role as a trusted partner in the region's content delivery ecosystem...
 
•  Nokia deploys world’s first 1900 MHz 5G radio network on Deutsche Bahn test track supporting FRMCS
Member Logo Nokia and Deutsche Bahn (DB), Germany’s national railway company, have deployed the world’s first commercial 1900 MHz (n101) 5G radio network solution with a 5G Standalone (SA) core, running on live outdoor test...
 
•  ZTE unveils Multi-Screen AI Video Solution to redefine "Screen-as-You-Wish" experience
Member Logo ZTE's AI-powered solution delivers seamless and ubiquitous video experiences across all screens and scenarios...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Policy and Regulation
 
• CRA participates in the 33rd Meeting of the Arab Spectrum Management Group
The Qatari delegation played an active role in the technical and regional discussions, reflecting CRA’s commitment to supporting joint Arab action...
 
• Thailand plans to offer spectrum for private 5G
The country’s regulator, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), recently said that it will release 100MHz of bandwidth in the 4800MHz band under a private network operator (PNO) license...
 
North Africa
 
• Morocco partners with France’s Mistral AI to build ethical AI hub for Africa and beyond
Morocco has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with French artificial intelligence firm Mistral AI, aiming to position the kingdom as a regional hub for AI innovation...
 
3G, 4G and 5G Networks
 
• Vodafone Fiji and Digicel Fiji launch first phase of 5G services
Under the licences issued late last week, Vodafone Fiji, Digicel Fiji and Telecom Fiji are set to roll out 5G in four phases, starting with Suva, Nadi, Lautoka, and Denarau, which include Fiji’s main economic...
 
Content & Immersive Technologies
 
• StarHub launches Dynamic Ad Pods, transforming live TV advertising in Singapore
StarHub is reshaping TV advertising with the launch of Dynamic Ad Pods, Singapore’s first solution that replaces ads in real time inside live broadcast TV channels...
 
• New era of streaming partnerships
The data shows that by 2030, telco bundling will represent 23% of all SVOD subscriptions globally, with non-telco bundling accounting for another 10% of subscriptions...
 
Satellite & Internet
 
• SpaceX launches PSN’s Nusantara Lima satellite
SpaceX has launched Pasifik Satelit Nusantara (PSN)’s long-delayed Nusantara Lima (N5) satellite into geostationary orbit to provide satellite broadband connectivity to Indonesia and surrounding areas...
 
• Orange reaches 10 million fiber customers
With 10 million customers in France, Orange becomes the first operator in Europe to pass this threshold in its domestic market, marking a major milestone in network modernization...
 
 
 
 
Middle East
 
• Kalaam Telecom and Riedel Networks extend partnership to strengthen motorsport and enterprise connectivity in MENA
Kalaam Carrier Solutions (KCS), has extended its strategic partnership with Riedel Networks for another three years, reinforcing their role in delivering mission-critical connectivity for motorsport, media, and enterprise...
 
• Iraq plans to become regional internet transit hub with new subsea cable projects
The drive to strengthen digital infrastructure comes as Iraq seeks to diversify beyond oil, attract foreign investment, and establish itself on the global data connectivity map...
 
South Asia
 
• Pakistan and Saudi Arabia explore collaboration on digital media and innovation
Discussions covered Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, evolving digital media trends, and opportunities for joint initiatives in innovation and communication strategies...
 
• Nepal Telecom starts 4G services in Sarkegad, Chankheli of Humla
Nepal Telecom has expanded 4G and 2G services to Sarkegad Rural Municipality in Humla, connecting multiple villages with high-speed voice and data...
 
Global Telecom Update
 
• Kyivstar, Qvantel launch managed services centre, accelerating digital transformatin
Kyivstar is a long-term partner of Qvantel and has been using Qvantel’s Digital BSS to support their B2C and B2B customers for mobile, fixed broadband and digital services since 2021...
 
• Paysky showcases revolutionary fintech solutions
Paysky was invited to present its revolutionary digital payment and financial infrastructure solutions, reinforcing its position as a leading fintech enabler across the Middle East and Africa...
 
• Azercell highlights achievements in network infrastructure development
Serving a subscriber base exceeding 5 million, the company currently has reached 95% geographic coverage and 98.4% population coverage nationwide...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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