Vodafone Turkiye service revenue hits TRY 38 billion as mobile subscriber base tops 25 million in June quarter
TURKEY 16:55

Vodafone Turkiye service revenue hits TRY 38 billion as mobile subscriber base tops 25 million in June quarter

Vodafone Turkiye posted service revenue of TRY 38.2 billion for its first quarter ended 30 June 2026. The operator ended June with 25.4 million mobile subscribers. Vodafone Turkiye's total number of mobile subscribers, including M2M (machine-to-machine communication), was 32.3 million at 30 June. The operator also reports that its postpaid subscriber base increased by 88,000 during the quarter to 21.8 million, accounting for 85.8 percent of total mobile subscribers.

Vodafone tests Multi-Band Multi-Beam radio link antenna technology on live network in Istanbul
TURKEY 16:12

Vodafone tests Multi-Band Multi-Beam radio link antenna technology on live network in Istanbul

Vodafone Turkiye reports it has successfully tested a new-generation Radio Link technology on its live network that allows multiple connections to be managed through a single antenna. Vodafone tested its Multi-Band Multi-Beam (MB2) Radio Link Antenna service on its live network in Istanbul. The technology is designed to make better use of existing network infrastructure and help meet growing connectivity demands.

Ooredoo Kuwait organises expert learning sessions to foster employee upskilling
KUWAIT 15:21

Ooredoo Kuwait organises expert learning sessions to foster employee upskilling

Ooredoo Kuwait has launched 'Beyond the Role', an educational series aimed at broadening employee perspectives and instilling a culture of continuous learning. Designed to extend professional growth past day-to-day duties, the initiative equips teams with broader industry insights to navigate an evolving global landscape. Functioning as an interactive knowledge-sharing hub, Beyond the Role connects employees directly with leading subject-matter experts. Through open dialogue and collaborative learning, the

Space42 signs contract for Autonomous A2Z testing in UAE
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 15:19

Space42 signs contract for Autonomous A2Z testing in UAE

Space42 has signed a USD 7 million commercial agreement with Autonomous A2Z (A2Z), South Korea's autonomous driving company, to deploy Level 4 mobility solutions across the UAE. Marking the first commercial contract under their broader partnership, this direct supply agreement operates independently of the joint venture the two companies announced in 2025 to scale intelligent mobility over the long term.

STC Pay launches in-app payment authentication in Bahrain
BAHRAIN 15:13

STC Pay launches in-app payment authentication in Bahrain

STC Pay Bahrain has launched STC Pay Secure Approve, an in-app transaction authentication feature for online card payments. Replacing traditional SMS and email One-Time Passwords (OTPs), the feature is designed to tackle rising security threats like interception, phishing, and SIM swap fraud. Secure Approve enhances transparency by displaying the exact merchant name and transaction amount in real time. Customers can then securely confirm or decline payments using their existing in-app credentials and native

E& launches NetSecure360 for enterprise network security and assessment
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 15:03

E& launches NetSecure360 for enterprise network security and assessment

E& UAE has launched NetSecure360, a network assessment, management and security platform designed to help small and medium-sized businesses across the UAE protect their IT operations, identify system vulnerabilities, and access expert technical support. The platform helps businesses monitor network performance issues and identify operational threats, providing greater visibility into their overall network environment alongside round-the-clock specialized support.

Bahraini TRA says Batelco and STC tie for compliance scores in 2025
BAHRAIN 12:46

Bahraini TRA says Batelco and STC tie for compliance scores in 2025

The Bahraini Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has published its 2025 compliance priorities programme scorecard, evaluating licensed mobile operators Batelco, STC Bahrain and Zain Bahrain against key consumer protection standards using independent mystery shopping. The assessment covers six areas, namely regulatory compliance, roaming, number portability, retail package transparency, billing transparency and contract summaries. Batelco and STC Bahrain each achieved an overall score of 92 percent

Zain Bahrain's OneCX and The CX Clinic hold first training session
BAHRAIN 12:36

Zain Bahrain's OneCX and The CX Clinic hold first training session

Zain Bahrain has used its customer experience portfolio OneCX to hold its first professional customer experience training programme from 09 to 11 August in partnership with The CX Clinic, a regional consultancy. It brings together industry professionals and Zain employees to develop practical capabilities for designing stronger customer service. While OneCX provides AI-powered tools to manage interactions on digital and assisted channels, the training equips organisations to embed customer-centric practices

Korek Telecom criticises Iraqi regulator's operational suspension order
IRAQ 09:03

Korek Telecom criticises Iraqi regulator's operational suspension order

Korek Telecom has criticised a statement from Iraq's Communications and Media Commission regarding the suspension of its operations, according to the New Region. The Kurdistan-based operator said that a previous agreement had been reached with higher authorities and argued that the commission lacks the legal power to enforce the decision. Korek described the commission's move as part of a series of arbitrary measures driven by the political faction governing the commission's administration.

Unifi, Syrian Telecom and Cyta sign Ugarit 2 submarine cable deal
SYRIAN ARAB REPUBLIC 08:29

Unifi, Syrian Telecom and Cyta sign Ugarit 2 submarine cable deal

Unifi Communications, the Syrian Telecommunications Establishment (STE) and the Cyprus Telecommunications Authority (Cyta) signed a construction and maintenance agreement for Ugarit 2. This is the first major international infrastructure deal executed under Syria's new economic framework. The repeaterless submarine cable system with 24 fibre pairs spans 240 km between Pentaskhinos, Cyprus and Tartous, Syria. Marine route surveys are in progress, targeting a Ready for Service (RFS) date of early 2028, subjec

Omani mobile subscriptions rise 1% in June
OMAN 07:41

Omani mobile subscriptions rise 1% in June

Mobile telecom subscriptions in Oman increased by 1.3 percent year-on-year to 8.32 million at the end of June, according to the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI). Postpaid mobile connections grew 6.2 percent to 1.31 million while prepaid subscriptions fell 2.1 percent to 5.31 million. Internet of Things (IoT) machine-to-machine (M2M) connections surged by 9.3 percent to 1.71 million subscriptions.

Turkiye nears 45 million 5G subscribers
TURKEY 07:38

Turkiye nears 45 million 5G subscribers

Turkiye reached 44.5 million 5G subscribers in the first four months since the service was launched on the local market, Anadolu Agency reports, citing a written statement from transport and infrastructure minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu. Turkiye commercially launched 5G services on 1 April. According to Uraloglu, 21 million subscribers started using 5G on the first day. By August, the number had increased to 44.5 million.

EGYPT 07:28

Egyptian telecom regulator refers all 4 mobile networks to prosecution over unauthorised SIMs

The National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) has referred all four Egyptian mobile network operators, Vodafone, Orange, E& and We, to the public prosecution after a probe into unauthorised line registrations, the Daily News reported. A two-day audit followed citizen complaints revealing that SIM cards were registered under personal identity details without the individuals' knowledge or consent. In response, the regulator issued immediate emergency rules to secure the national mobile registrat

TURKEY 07:22

Turk Telekom lowers 2026 revenue growth forecast to 8%

Turk Telekom has revised its financial guidance for 2026, taking into account geopolitical risks, macroeconomic developments, and its expectations for the remainder of the year. The company now expects consolidated revenue, excluding IFRIC 12, to grow by around 8 percent, compared with its previous forecast of 8–9 percent. Its expected EBITDA margin remains unchanged at 41–42 percent.

TURKEY 07:05

Turk Telekom appoints assistant GM for communications, TV and digital platforms

Turk Telekom has appointed Arif Sancaktaroglu in the newly created position of communications, TV, and digital platforms assistant general manager. This new role is designed to bring Turk Telekom's communications, brand, media, TV, and digital platform activities under a single roof with an integrated approach. Sancaktaroglu previously served as Turk Telekom's corporate communications director.

MIDDLE EAST 06:33

Zain Group Q2 revenue rises 5%, net income soars 90%

Zain Group reported a 5 percent year-on-year revenue increase to KWD 568 million for the second quarter. EBITDA reached KWD 196 million with a 35 percent margin, while net income soared 90 percent to KWD 140 million with earnings per share of KWD 0.032, buoyed by a USD 288 million investment gain from Zain Ventures. Zain's customer base expanded 2 percent to reach 51.9 million, driven by continuous network expansion and growing demand for its 5G services across four key markets.

IRAQ 10 AUG

Iraq's telecom regulator moves to shut down Korek Telecom network

Iraq's Communications and Media Commission (CMC) has initiated actions to shut down Korek Telecom's network following the expiration of its contract and the cancellation of a prior settlement agreement, Shafaq News reported. According to the CMC, the settlement was voided after Korek failed to meet its contractual, legal and financial obligations. The regulator has already placed a hold on the operator's movable and immovable assets and confirmed it is proceeding with steps to deactivate all Korek network c

OMAN 10 AUG

Ooredoo Oman partners with Mindware to bring Google AI tools to business email

Ooredoo Oman has partnered with value-added distributor Mindware and Google Cloud to launch a new generation of AI-enabled workplace solutions for businesses across the country. Through this collaboration, Ooredoo becomes one of Oman's first telecommunications providers to offer enterprises and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) direct access to Google Cloud's advanced AI tools.

SAUDI ARABIA 10 AUG

STC network supports Saudi defence health services to perform remote robotic surgery

Saudi Arabia's ministry of defence health services and STC Group have successfully performed the first remote robotic surgery between healthcare facilities in Riyadh and Dhahran. Using high-reliability communications and robust digital infrastructure, the procedure allowed specialists to conduct complex surgery over long geographic distances. The operation demonstrated seamless integration between medical staff and specialist technical network teams, ensuring high standards of precision, efficiency and pati

KUWAIT 10 AUG

Ooredoo Kuwait offers 3 months' free instalments for Samsung Galaxy Z foldables

Ooredoo Kuwait has announced a promotion from 05 August to 03 September for Samsung's latest Galaxy Z foldable smartphones. Under its new '3 Months on Us' campaign, it is covering three months of device instalments for customers at no extras cost. The Galaxy Z Flip8, Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra are paired with an Ooredoo mobile plan with 5G Advanced connectivity and unlimited access to selected digital services.

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 10 AUG

E& UAE takes orders for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Flip8 series

E& UAE has begun taking reservations for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8 and is offering a no-fee six-month payment plan. The new foldable smartphones became available to order from E& UAE on 07 August. Pricing for the standard version starts at AED 7,199, while the Ultra model begins at AED 7,999. Additionally, business monthly payment options are available through carriers such as du Shop and E& UAE.

JORDAN 10 AUG

Zain Jordan obtains ISO 27701 certification for Privacy Information Management Systems

Zain Jordan has obtained integrated international accreditation for its data protection, information security, and business continuity management systems following a successful audit by global certification body SGS.

OMAN 10 AUG

Omantel runs 'Digital Detective' children's internet safety scheme for Khareef

Omantel has launched a game called 'Digital Detective' to teach children and families essential online safety skills during Khareef Dhofar 2026. Qais Al Aamri, manager of corporate social responsibility at Omantel, said the Digital Detective scheme helps families to understand online risks, respond responsibly, and foster a safer digital environment. It is aimed at children aged six to fifteen and sessions last 20 to 25 minutes.

KUWAIT 7 AUG

Zain starts network testing of real-time AI call translation with Huawei smartphone

Zain Kuwait launched its AI Calling Translation Pioneer Programme, to deliver real-time Arabic-English translation directly through standard mobile calls.Under the new programme, select customers will gain early access to live two-way AI translation during standard phone calls, enabling seamless, instant speech translation between Arabic and English for both participants.

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