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Checkout.com’s 4th annual MENA report uncovers a significant transformation in payment preferences amidst the region’s maturing digital economy. The report, titled “The State of Digital Commerce in MENA 2024: A Tale of Rapid, Sustained Growth,” reveals a remarkable 78% year-on-year surge in digital payment volumes since 2020, indicating robust growth in the region’s digital economy. […]

du, a division of Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has unveiled its latest innovation: the du Smart Car. This cutting-edge device transforms any vehicle into a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot while offering remote monitoring and security features. Karim Benkirane, Chief Commercial Officer at du, expressed enthusiasm about the launch, describing the du Smart Car as a […]

Telecom Egypt and Ericsson have completed a successful trial of 5G technology in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital, achieving maximum theoretical downlink throughput in key locations. The trial utilized the licensed 2.6 gigahertz (GHz) spectrum and employed a 5G non-standalone (NSA) solution using Ericsson’s Radio System and core network technologies. This collaboration marks an extension of […]

Cisco has announced a groundbreaking partnership with du, a part of Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), marking the commencement of a significant cybersecurity overhaul. This initiative aims to revolutionize du’s Security Operations Center (SOC) into an advanced Cyber Defense and Intelligence Center, harnessing the power of artificial intelligence and automation to bolster security and operational […]

du, in collaboration with Huawei, has achieved a significant milestone by successfully implementing a high-performance 800G network, marking a world-first accomplishment. This breakthrough, achieved through the utilization of Super C+L band over OptiX OSN 9800 Kepler and M Platform, promises to revolutionize the digital landscape, particularly enhancing the user experience for high-speed 5G mobile and […]

e& has disclosed its consolidated financial results for the fiscal year 2023, unveiling a remarkable achievement of a record consolidated net profit totaling AED10.3 billion. This signifies a notable growth of 3 percent year-over-year, reaffirming the company’s robust performance amidst dynamic market conditions. Highlighting its unwavering dedication to enhancing shareholder value, e&’s Board of Directors […]

In a significant move aimed at bolstering connectivity within the GCC, e& and Batelco have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the landing of the Al Khaleej subsea cable system in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Spanning 1,400km, the Al Khaleej Cable will extend from the 21,700km SEA-ME-WE 6 cable, linking Bahrain with neighboring […]

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s highly anticipated airline, has announced its partnership with Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications Suite to revolutionize its core business operations. Following a rigorous selection process, Riyadh Air has opted for Oracle’s cutting-edge technology to streamline finance, supply chain, and human capital management processes. This strategic move aims to […]

e& Carrier & Wholesale is poised to serve as the main anchor for the 2Africa subsea cable, marking the most extensive subsea cable system landing in the UAE to date. Kalba, a serene city in the North-eastern part of the United Arab Emirates, has been selected as the strategic gateway for this significant development. This […]

Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC)’s du proudly announces that its Samacom Al Qudra teleport facility has achieved the prestigious Tier 4 certification through the Teleport Certification Programme by the World Teleport Association (WTA). This certification underscores du’s role as a leading provider of advanced teleport services, offering extensive access to a diverse array of satellites […]