There is a race to build a new set of satellite-enabled telecom services for consumers, enterprises, and governments. In the Middle East, the D2D landscape has not been explored extensively yet, however, the rest of the world appears to be honing in on this opportunity.

Reports and Coverage
Ooredoo’s Board Appoints Sheikh Nasser Bin Hamad Bin Nasser Al Thani as New Group Regional CEO for the Middle East
Ooredoo Group has announced the appointment of Sheikh Nasser Bin Hamad Bin Nasser Al Thani as Group Regional CEO for the Middle East, effective 16 December 2024.
The Digital Dilemma: Is Digital Transformation Advancing or Reversing Climate Change?
In the era of rapid technological advancement, digital transformation intends to revolutionize industries and economies. At the forefront of this advancement stands artificial intelligence (AI), a technology with the potential to mitigate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 5-to-10% globally, according to the World Economic Forum. This underscores modern technologies' crucial role in reversing climate change's effects.
The 'Four As': The Telecom Industry’s Formula for Success
Within the telecom and ICT sectors, four concepts are being focused on when it comes to advancing service delivery, livelihoods and interconnectedness within societies. When availability, accessibility, affordability, and adaptability are all present within an operating environment, the benefits can be realized for its greater purpose.
Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Sustainability: UAE’s AI Growth Drivers
According to the new Cisco Global AI Partners Study, IT partners around the world are anticipating a transformative AI demand that will drive the majority of their revenue over the next four-to-five years.
Managed Connectivity: Perspectives For Potential Investors
By Reef Read, Partner, Telecom, Media & Technology, PMP Strategy UK and Ming Chan, Associate Partner, Telecom, Media & Technology, PMP Strategy UK
Emerging Technologies Impacting Telecom: RIS and HAPS
As technology evolves, the potential for transformative connectivity is reaching new heights—both figuratively and literally. Emerging innovations like reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS) and high-altitude platform stations (HAPS) are paving the way for smarter, more inclusive networks.
Frederick Chui Assumes Full CEO Role for PCCW Global After Serving as Co-CEO Since 2023
Frederick Chui has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of PCCW Global after serving as co-CEO since 2023, taking on the role to drive the company’s integrated global communication solutions business.
AIS’s Strategic Vision for Empowering 5G with Autonomous Networks
In an era where mobile networks must deliver speed and intelligent, dynamic adaptability, AIS (Advanced Info Service) is pioneering next-generation connectivity.
One37 and Guardian SafetyNet to Revolutionize Canada's First Responders with AI and Advanced Digital Identity Solutions
One37, a leader in AI-powered digital identity and workflow automation, has partnered with Guardian SafetyNet (GSN) to transform the operations of Canada's first responders. Powered by One37 Maestro AI, a secure-by-design Agentic AI that safely bridges artificial intelligence and personal data, this collaboration enhances the privacy, security, and operational efficiency of emergency services in an increasingly AI-driven era.