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Ericsson Mobility Report: Expanding 5G networks in MENA

News Desk 1 28/11/2024 0

5G Standalone (5G SA) and 5G Advanced are expected to be key focuses for communications service providers (CSPs) for the remainder of the decade as they deploy new capabilities to create offerings centered on value delivery rather than data volume. The analysis is included among a wealth of

Corporate

Nokia wins 4G and 5G extension deal from Bharti Airtel in India

Dan Ngiam 22/11/2024 0

Ahead of 5G-advanced network evolution Nokia has secured a multi-year, multi-billion-dollar extension deal from Bharti Airtel to deploy 4G and 5G infrastructure across key cities and states in India. The agreement marks a significant milestone in their longstanding partnership, with Nokia set to enhance Airtel’s network and support its 5G-Advanced evolution. Under the

Gitex Tech

Spotlight put on 5G and AI integration in the Middle East

Dan Ngiam 18/10/2024 0

5G-Advanced technology examined A trending focus at GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai City was the transformative potential of 5G technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in the Middle East region. The event showcased a blend of unique innovations and thought-provoking discussions that promise to redefine the landscape of connectivity and digital transformation, primarily in

Thought leadership

AI: Driving radical innovation, unprecedented growth, and sustainable development

News Desk 2 10/10/2024 0

By Patrick Johansson, President of Ericsson Middle East and Africa Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising how we live and work, from voice-activated assistants like Siri to self-driving cars. But have you ever stopped to think about its impact on mobile connectivity, especially as 5G subscriptions will reach close to 5.6 billion in 2029? What if […]

Gitex

Ericsson to showcase 5G and AI-powered solutions at GITEX Global 2024

Arnold Pinto 01/10/2024 0

Live demos all week long Ericsson will showcase cutting-edge 5G innovations and AI-powered solutions, such as network slicing, telco AI, and improved uplink for live streams, at GITEX Global 2024, which will be held from October 14 to 18 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The telecommunications giant has confirmed that it will unveil […]

Telecom

Vodafone Idea selects Nokia as a 5G partner

Arnold Pinto 30/09/2024 0

Covering major Indian cities Nokia has announced a three-year partnership with Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) to enhance its 4G and 5G infrastructure across India. The collaboration aims to modernise and expand VIL’s existing network, delivering premium connectivity to approximately 200 million subscribers in India. Under the terms of the deal, Nokia will replace the

Business

Ericsson and OPPO sign 5G global patent agreement

Arnold Pinto 25/07/2024 0

Several joint projects lined up Ericsson and OPPO have finalised a comprehensive multi-year global patent cross-licence agreement, marking a significant milestone in cellular technology, particularly 5G. Under the terms of the newly signed agreement, OPPO, renowned for its global smartphone sales and strong presence in emerging markets, will pay Ericsson royalty fees for

NEWS DESK

AURAK research paper delves into how Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) are powering the smart traffic revolution

News Desk 2 16/07/2024

Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), powered by 5G and Internet of Things (IoT), are poised to take smart traffic management to the next level, creating a safer, smoother and more sustainable traffic movement in cities across the globe, according to a paper published by a group of researchers from three Middle East universities, including the American […]

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Ericsson Mobility Report: 5G driving change in service providers’ FWA strategies

News Desk 2 02/07/2024

Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) continues to grow in strength as a 5G use case for communications service providers (CSPs) globally with a sharp increase over the past year in the number of CSPs offering the service. The details, alongside Ericsson’s latest mobile industry forecasts, regional breakdowns and customer case studies, feature in the June 2024 […]

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NTT DATA and Zebra Technologies Drive Global Private 5G Adoption

News Desk 2 26/06/2024

NTT DATA, a global leader in IT infrastructure and services, today announced a strategic partnership with Zebra Technologies, a leader in digital solutions, to accelerate innovation in the 5G device ecosystem, laying the foundation for widespread adoption across industries. Under this multi-year agreement, NTT DATA and Zebra Technologies will co-innovate to drive the

Tech UAE

e& UAE Achieves The World’s Fastest 5G Speed

Arnold Pinto 26/05/2024 0

Reaching A Blistering 30.5Gbps e& UAE has set a new world record for the fastest recorded speed on its live 5G network, reaching an astonishing 30.5Gbps. This historic achievement was revealed during a demonstration at the SAMENA Leaders’ Summit 2024 in Dubai on May 13, 2024. Leading regional and global telecom players attended the annual […]

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Ericsson ConsumerLab Report reveals households in KSA highly prefer 5G Fixed Wireless Access

News Desk 1 05/03/2024

Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) today published its latest ConsumerLab Report, revealing the survey results of consumers’ perceptions of 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA). First of its kind globally, covering 19 countries, including the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), and representing 370 million households, where 1.2 billion individuals live, the Ericsson ConsumerLab study findings

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Telecom Egypt and Ericsson successfully test 5G in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital

News Desk 1 27/02/2024

Telecom Egypt and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) have successfully trialed 5G across several key locations in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital, achieving the maximum theoretical downlink throughput on used spectrum. The trial was conducted on the currently licensed 2.6 gigahertz (GHz) spectrum by deploying a 5G non-standalone (NSA) solution using 4G/5G radios from the Ericsson

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Ericsson Mobility Report Business Review 2024: 5G business opportunities for CSPs

News Desk 1 16/02/2024

A new 5G-monetization-focused Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) Mobility Report publication outlines four opportunity areas that communications service providers worldwide are addressing to drive business growth. Called Business Review 2024, the report is the second special business edition of the established Ericsson Mobility Report. It addresses how communication service providers

Markets

World to have 1.5 billion inbound roaming connections in 2024

Arnold Pinto 16/08/2023 0

Juniper Research predicts there will be more than 1.5 billion inbound roaming connections globally in 2024, which are expected to rise to 2.4 billion by 2028.  In its newly released global report, ‘Roaming Intelligence Centre’: Global Wholesale Roaming Market 2023-2028’, the UK-based specialist in identifying and appraising new high-growth market sectors within