Telecom

For the eighth consecutive year, the UAE has reaffirmed its position as the world leader in Fibre to the Home (FTTH) penetration. According to the latest annual report from the FTTH Council, the UAE boasts an impressive penetration rate of 99.3 percent, outshining other nations in this critical aspect of digital infrastructure. This accolade comes […]

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 […]

du, a key player in digital transformation under Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), is blazing a trail as the Digital Transformation Partner at the prestigious GISEC Global 2024 event. Scheduled from April 23-25 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, this participation underscores du’s commitment to advancing cybersecurity and digital transformation in the rapidly evolving technological […]

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 […]

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 […]