Wojciech Bajda, vice president and head of Ericsson GCC, discusses what the storied tech firm has in store for GITEX 2021, the biggest 5G opportunities in the region, tech misconceptions and more
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UAE telecoms giant Etisalat sees H1 net profit rise to $1.28bn
CEO says Etisalat delivered growth in revenue, net profit and operating free cashflow despite challenges in key markets
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How the Gulf is using rapid 5G uptake to drive digital transformation
Ericsson research says there will be 62 million 5G mobile subscriptions in the Gulf by 2026
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Technological advancements: How to ensure your team trusts its tech
Patrice Caine, CEO of global leading technology solutions provider, Thales, says only by addressing the doubt and uncertainty surrounding certain innovations will it be possible to restore people’s trust in new technologies
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Covid-19 crisis has dramatically accelerated the pace of digital transformation
Keeping up with fast-moving technology trends is critical, says Dr Houssem Jemili and Truc Mai Dupont Vohong
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Why digitalisation will remain a driving force for Middle East economies
It is now time to double down on putting tech innovation to work in spurring economic advancement, says Charles Yang, President of Huawei Middle East
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Revealed: 5G speeds in the UAE named the fastest in the world
Global SpeedTest field research shows the UAE is world leader, ahead of Saudi Arabia and Norway
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Arabian Business Crossfire debate: 5G – Hype or Reality
About 40 years back, R2D2 projected a pleading hologram of Princess Leia in real time during a pivotal scene in Star Wars.
We are still waiting for a similar technology to make its way into consumer devices, but rumour has it that 5G technology could potentially do it.
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Video: What role is 5G technology going to play in Expo 2020 Dubai
What is 5G? Is it the next technological revolution in mobile broadband? Is it the latest iteration of cellular technology that is going to make our wireless lives at least 33 times faster and convenient? Is it the future of telecommunications as we know it? Yes, yes, and no!
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Video: How new satellites could change the internet
The most reliable streaming providers have typically used cable to deliver content. But that’s all changing with the launch of new and better satellites that could one day give us 5G, low latency data.
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Gitex 2019: A look at the major announcements at Dubai’s top tech event
With 100,000 visitors, 4500 exhibitors from over 140 countries, GItex is without a doubt the biggest tech event in the UAE where some key announcements and revelations are made by the top players. Let’s find out what they were this year.
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Huawei remains strong in Middle East despite US restrictions
Gulf countries have signed 11 5G contracts with Huawei
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Chinese smartphone major appoints new president to drive MidEast ops
Ethan Xue will take responsibility for leading Oppo product, marketing and sales across the region
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Without 5G, Apple’s new iPhones risk falling behind in China
Apple’s decision to skip support for the latest wireless standard on its new iPhones may cost the company a chance at capturing China’s biggest smartphone replacement wave in years.
The iPhone maker, which is the only foreign brand to hold a top-five position in China, is struggling to fight off local competitors Huawei Technologies Co., Oppo […]
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Etisalat says 5G now available in world’s tallest tower
5G network launches in Burj Khalifa as Etisalat plans 1,000 5G towers across the UAE by year-end
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Faith 2.0: how hajj pilgrims have embraced technology
Growth of digital worship has spawned a slew of religious apps, tablet Korans and faith-based gadgets
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Dubai telecoms giant posts $248m H1 net profit
Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company increases capital expenditure as it prepares for ‘new era in connectivity’