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October 24, 2025

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stc, in collaboration with Nokia, is the first operator in the Middle East & Africa (MEA) to successfully launch commercial 5G NSA Cloud RAN

stc in collaboration with Nokia, has announced the first successful commercial deployment of 5G Non-Standalone (NSA) Cloud RAN in the Middle East and Africa’s (MEA) region. This great achievement shows stc’s leading role in technology and its commitment to making Cloud RAN deployments a reality in the region...

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AT&T now serves 10 million fiber customers

AT&T is setting the standard for internet speed, performance, and reliability nationwide – and people are loving it...

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Nokia extends long-term partnership with VNPT in Vietnam

Nokia has announced the extension of its long-term partnership with Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT), one of Vietnam's leading telecommunications operators, through a new agreement to upgrade and expand...

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China Mobile Shandong and Huawei win "Most Innovative Telco AI Deployment" at Network X

At the annual Network X awards ceremony, China Mobile Shandong and Huawei were honored with the "Most Innovative Telco AI Deployment" award for their co-developed Intelligent Network Change Management Platform (INCMP)...

Policy and Regulation

•	UAE President issues resolution reconstituting AI and Advanced Technology Council In his capacity as Ruler of Abu Dhabi, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a resolution to reconstitute the Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council (AIATC), chaired by Sheikh...

•	Nigerian Communications Commission launches crowdsourcing report and national coverage maps to advance data-driven regulation The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has unveiled a new crowdsourcing report and National Coverage Maps as part of its strategy to promote data-driven regulation, transparency, and improved consumer experience in the...

South Asia

•	PTCL Group achieves 15% revenue growth driven by broadband and mobile data expansion The Group’s continued focus on fiber expansion, mobile data adoption, and enterprise digitization has positioned it for sustained growth amid challenging economic conditions...

•	Dialog trials 5G across 15 districts nationwide Dialog Axiata has expanded its 5G trial network across 15 districts nationwide, reaffirming its leadership in next-generation connectivity and its continued commitment to driving Sri Lanka’s digital transformation...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	MTS has launched an LTE network on the territory of the ski training center The MTS digital ecosystem has launched an LTE network on the territory of the Dubrava Ski Training Center...

•	TCL, F-Secure partnership strengthens broadband cybersecurity & 5G connectivity TCL and F-Secure have formalized a strategic alliance as part of Network X 2025, merging TCL's excellence in connectivity solutions with F-Secure's advanced cybersecurity technology...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	RTL+ launches as add-on channel on Amazon Prime Video German broadcaster RTL Deutschland has launched its streaming service RTL+ as an independent add-on channel on Amazon Prime Video...

•	TikTok's AI-generated content is getting watermarked TikTok is taking another stab at curbing the rise of AI-generated misinformation taking over social media platforms, as it announces a new way its watermarking (or labelling) AI...

Satellite & Internet

•	One NZ expands satellite texting service amid wild weather across Aotearoa At present, despite the weather, One NZ’s network is operating well throughout the regions, however some cell sites are running on limited battery backup due to local power outages...

•	Tanzania and DRC review progress of planned fiber link By connecting the two countries via a high-capacity fiber optic link, it is hoped that the project will improve broadband access, foster cross-border collaboration, and promote economic development through technology...

Global Telecom Update

•	NEC project aims to boost agricultural efficiency in Cote d'Ivoire NEC Africa announced that it has kicked off a project with Cote d'Ivoire’s Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Food Production that aims to improve and upgrade agricultural efficiency with digital...

•	Kingston Technology remains top Dram module supplier for 2024 According to the report, the world’s top five memory module houses accounted for 81% of total sales in 2024, with the top eight accounting for 83%...

•	ManageEngine unveils GenAI powered ServiceDesk Plus to redefine IT service management ManageEngine's AI strategy for ServiceDesk Plus revolves around providing customers with the flexibility to choose the AI providers of their choice for various AI capabilities...

Middle East

•	Orange Jordan and JETT sign strategic partnership to deliver advanced enterprise connectivity Under the partnership, Orange Jordan will deliver mobile lines, enterprise connectivity services, and ICT solutions across JETT’s multiple sites through an advanced MPLS network — ensuring secure, high-speed...

•	Zoho, UAE Food Cluster joins forces for digitisation of food sector SMEs Zoho, a global technology company, and the UAE Food Cluster have announced a strategic partnership to support the digital transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the food manufacturing and trading...

•	Tarifica expands telecom pricing intelligence platform to include all GCC countries The addition of these markets marks a significant expansion of TPIP’s reach across the Middle East and underscores Tarifica’s ongoing commitment to extending the platform’s global scope...

•	Vodafone Qatar reports 13% rise in nine-month net profit as revenues climb 8.4% Vodafone Qatar has posted a 13% year-on-year increase in net profit to QR949 million for the first nine months of 2025, supported by broad-based revenue growth and sustained cost discipline across its operations...

North Africa

•	Vanuatu advances digital ID as Algeria prepares eSIM rollouts The eSIM initiative has the backing of Algeria’s highest level of government and forms part of the broader plan to pursue mainstream digitization...

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