As part of Telecom Review’s panel entitled “Digitizing the capacity industry,” Toni Eid, CEO of Trace Media and founder of Telecom Review, chaired the session and asked a question about the on-demand services that will represent a genuine breakthrough for enterprises that need fully flexible connectivity solutions.

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Commvault appoints Lena Halbourian as META’s senior head of marketing
Commvault, a recognized global enterprise software leader in the management of data across cloud and on-premise environments, has appointed Lena Halbourian as senior head of marketing for the Middle East, Turkey & Africa (META). Lena will be based in Dubai and work with Commvault’s senior leadership team across the META region.
GITEX Global x Ai Everything unites innovators around the world
GITEX Global x Ai Everything, the world’s most influential technology sourcing and networking event of 2021, is returning for its 41st edition at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from October 17-21, 2021. In line with UAE’s Golden Jubilee, the world’s largest tech event of 2021 will spotlight the technology visions, initiatives, and collaborations of government leaders across the Middle East and African regions.
Telecom vendors reached $110 bln revenue in H1 2021
Vendor revenues in the telco network infrastructure market (telco NI) grew by 5.1% in Q2 2021, after a 10% jump in Q1 2021. Overall, telecom vendors’ revenues amounted to $110.4 billion, up 7.4% from the H1 2020 period.
Operators can avoid 65% of costs with IP network automation
Nokia, in collaboration with research firm Analysys Mason, revealed that operators can expect up to a 65% cost avoidance after implementing IP network automation across three operational categories.
Innovation and technology marvels at the Dubai Expo 2020
The first-ever and the biggest show in the Arab world is officially on following a stunning opening ceremony watched by the entire world. Countless technological advances will be on display at the Dubai Expo 2020 as nations share their developments in innovation and research designed for an increasingly connected world. The event organizers are expecting footfalls of over 25 million during the 6-month event. Pavillons for more than 190 countries is spread across an area of 4.38 square kilometers of the Dubai South District, near the Al-Maktoum International Airport, and will be divided into three thematic districts -- Opportunity, Mobility, and Sustainability.
Savoye offers autonomous robotics power to Middle East supply chain
With AI and smart software solutions taking over the supply chain sector and increasing competition in the market, Savoye, a leading global player in the design, manufacture, and integration of automated and robotics system in logistics and supply chains, has become a partner and integrator of HAI Robotics, world leader in Autonomous Case-handling Robotics (ACR) system. The partnership is poised to bring HAIPICK solution in the Middle East, where there is a notable demand for autonomous technology solutions in the supply chain and logistics sectors.
Expo 2020 is now open to the world
After the awe-inspiring 90 minutes opening ceremony on September 30, the world’s biggest show ever officially opens to the public today. Hosting the world for 182 days, Expo 2020 features 192 countries on the ground and showcases culture and innovation at its best.
Unleashing 5G business value: Mass adoption to unlock greater opportunity for GCC operators
By: An Jian, President of Carrier Network Business Group, Huawei Middle East
The Atlantis of connectivity: Subsea cables
Hidden from the eyes and not quite understood by many, connectivity in the modern era relies heavily underneath on subsea cables, not only on the cloud. As a matter of fact, for networks to work, they cannot depend on one side of technology anymore. The interconnectedness is brought by combining the wireless landscape powered by 5G, AI/ML, cloud, IoT, and network automation to the fiber-optic infrastructure lying on the ocean floor.