du announces VAT registration for customers
(The Gulf Today - 27/12/2017)
Ahead of the nationwide implementation of the Value Added Tax (VAT) in the UAE, du has launched a simple online process to collect customers official Tax Registration Numbers, as issued by the Federal Tax Authority. Tax Registration Numbers will be
Omantel partners with SAP to provide cloud implementation
(Oman Daily Observer - 26/12/2017)
Omantel has signed a first-of-its-kind strategic agreement with enterprise software and business solutions provider SAP for Oman-based managed cloud implementation. This arrangement enables Omantel to offer locally present managed cloud implementations,
Etisalat launches ME's first 5G broadband service
(Trade Arabia - 26/12/2017)
UAE's leading telecom services operator Etisalat has announced the successful launch of the first 5G Ultra-Mobile broadband experience in the Middle East region. A pre-commercial 5G network has been deployed in certain locations within UAE including the
Batelco extends its global reach to Asia Pacific region
(News of Bahrian - 25/12/2017)
Batelco yesterday announced completing an initiative aimed at extending its global network reach to Singapore, recognised as a leading hub in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. The project includes connecting Singapore to Batelco's global network using two
Ooredoo to boost revenue from internet services
(Times of Oman - 25/12/2017)
The Omani Qatari Telecommunications Company, popularly known as Ooredoo, plans to enhance its revenue from internet services as traditional revenue streams like voice and short messaging services are on the decline. "Data is on a steep growth path. The
Cisco helps Zain Group expand IP/MPLS network
(Saudi Gazette - 24/12/2017)
Zain Group and Cisco announced that they have successfully achieved a key milestone in expanding the telecommunications operator's IP/MPLS network with cutting edge technologies, setting the groundwork for new opportunities and business models to be
Viva Bahrain completes rival Menatelecom acquisition
(Trade Arabia - 24/12/2017)
Viva Bahrain, a leading telecom services operator in the kingdom, said it has entered into an agreement with Kuwait Finance House - Bahrain (KFH-Bahrain) to acquire 100 per cent stake in its rival internet service provider Menatelecom. This acquisition
Vodafone Qatar receives security re-certification
(Gulf Times - 20/12/2017)
Following an extensive evaluation process, Vodafone Qatar announced that it has been re-certified the ISO 27001:2013, demonstrating the strength of the company's information security management systems and operations, the scope covering technology,
Omantel voted 'Most Trusted Brand'
(Oman Daily Observer - 20/12/2017)
Omantel has been named the 'Most Trusted Brand' in the telecommunications sector in Oman for the second year in a row, according to a survey conducted by Muscat Daily. The awards were organised by Apex Group and the winners were chosen by the readers.
Ooredoo unveils new roaming package
(Trade Arabia - 18/12/2017)
Set to make travel during the upcoming holiday season worry-free, Ooredoo is giving customers the chance to save on roaming charges during their time abroad with Ooredoo Passport GCC & Passport World, an affordable service that eliminates excessive
Etisalat signs 15-year lease pact with Gulf Data Hub
(Gulfnews - 14/12/2017)
Etisalat signed an exclusive 15-year wholesale lease agreement with Gulf Data Hub to acquire the full capacity of its Tier III data centre to provide data centre services to private enterprises, government entities and cloud service providers. The hub
Batelco EGM approves key resolutions
(Trade Arabia - 14/12/2017)
Batelco, an international telecommunications group with operations across 14 countries, today held an extra-ordinary general meeting to discuss proposed changes to Batelco's Memorandum and Articles of Association. The meeting, held at Batelco's Hamala
Ooredoo holds digital literacy programme
(Trade Arabia - 14/12/2017)
Ooredoo Oman, a top telecom provider, has partnered with Al Roya Press and Publishing to launch a digital literacy programme which will empower more than 900 women with essential IT skills. Backed by Ooredoo's team of technical experts, the initiative
du Opens New Business Centre Facility at Jebel Ali Free Zone
(Press Release - 13/12/2017)
UAE-based telecommunications service provider, du, recently signed a strategic agreement with Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), a DP World Company. In line with this agreement, du will expand its Business Centre facilities to all Jafza employees and
Omantel organises DevFest Muscat 2017
(Oman Daily Observer - 13/12/2017)
Omantel organised DevFest Muscat 2017 in collaboration with Google Developer Groups (GDG) for Omani developers interested in Google's technology, at its headquarters last week. This initiative was part of Omantel's drive to enhance digital awareness
du Announces Details with Regards to Application of VAT
(Press Release - 12/12/2017)
In compliance with the Federal Decree-Law No 8 of 2017 issued by President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on the introduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the UAE, du announced that it will collect tax on behalf of the government, with a
du Discusses SMART Networking at theTelecom Review Leaders' Summit
(Press Release - 11/12/2017)
Last week du supported and took part in a number of panel discussions at the 2017 Telecom Review Leaders' Summit. As the official telecom partner, du leaders spoke about Smart initiatives, from Smart City innovations to 5G and IoT and everything in
Omantel wins Telecom Deal of the Year
(Oman Daily Observer - 11/12/2017)
Omantel was awarded TMT M&A Emerging Markets Telecom Deal of the Year for 2017 at the TMT Finance M&A Awards held in London recently. The Award was presented to Omantel for their 22 per cent acquisition of a stake in Zain Group for a total value of $2.2
Etisalat unveils white paper on cloud development
(Trade Arabia - 11/12/2017)
UAE-based Etisalat, a top telecom group in association with professional services firm Deloitte and ICT company Huawei has launched a joint White Paper entitled "From Pipelines to Clouds -Etisalat`s Playbook". The White Paper shares lessons learned in
Ooredoo Oman offers discounts on iPhone X
(Trade Arabia - 11/12/2017)
Ooredoo Oman, a top telecom provider in the Sultanate, is offering discounts of up to RO120 ($311) and 40 GB of monthly data when purchasing the iPhone X. The value-added offer is available to customers who pair their new handset with any 12 or 24 month
Ooredoo event with EFQM focuses on Qatar pursuit for excellence
(Gulf Times - 10/12/2017)
Ooredoo recently hosted an exclusive business event in collaboration with the European Foundation of Quality Management (EFQM) Middle East and Averroes Business Advisory & Services. The event, which was held under the theme of "Qatar's Pursue for
Zain Saudi Arabia backs major digital event
(Trade Arabia - 06/12/2017)
Zain Saudi Arabia, in partnership with Trescon Global, has sponsored the Big DT Show Conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in support of the digital transformation programmes in the kingdom. The conference was highly attended, with key participation of
Vodafone takes part in 1st Qatar business continuity conference
(Gulf Times - 05/12/2017)
Vodafone Qatar, Gold Sponsors of the first 'Qatar Business Continuity Conference' organised by the BCI Qatar Forum, took part in the event that discussed best practices in the area of 'Business Continuity and Risk Management' across various public and
Ooredoo to hold extraordinary AGM on December 20
(The Peninsula - 05/12/2017)
Ooredoo will hold its extraordinary general assembly meeting at Ooredoo main headquarters in the West Bay on Wednesday, December 20, 2017. Agenda for the extraordinary meeting includes approving the modification of article (20) of the company's articles
Etisalat launches Cisco-powered cloud wi-fi
(Trade Arabia - 05/12/2017)
UAE-based telecom group Etisalat and Cisco have teamed up to provide UAE businesses a new wireless cloud-based managed network solution that meets the growing business needs. The new offering delivers a first-of-its-kind solution in the UAE targeting SMB
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