Amidst the whirlwind of AI-driven transformations sweeping through various sectors, the telecom industry stands as a vanguard of innovation. In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, Mikhail Gerchuk, the CEO of e& international, offered profound insight into the dynamic landscape of telecommunications, discussing the initiatives, challenges, and future prospects of this evolving field.

Due to the ongoing market weakness, Nokia reported a 19% year-on-year constant currency decline in net sales in the first quarter of 2024. Within a challenging environment, order trends continue to improve year-on-year, particularly in the Network Infrastructure business unit.

Zain KSA has launched the first 100% Saudi-made fleet management system for the business sector. This comprehensive solution incorporates state-of-the-art tracking devices designed, manufactured, and assembled locally. Leveraging the advanced capabilities of Zain Cloud and hosting all data locally, Zain KSA is the first telecom operator in the Kingdom to offer a fleet management solution for the 'Made in Saudi' Program.

During the last quarter of 2023, Umniah claimed the prestigious Speedtest Awards title for Jordan's fastest mobile network. An exhaustive analysis revealed Umniah's impressive Speed Score of 40.57, boasting median download speeds of 30.76 Mbps and median upload speeds of 22.75 Mbps.

du, commercially rebranded from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Expereo—an intelligent internet provider—to extend du's reach to global enterprises that have a presence in the UAE. This collaboration will enable du to deliver a full suite of global network services, tailored to the specific needs of enterprises and government entities in the UAE.

During Q1 2024, Ericsson continued to execute its strategy to strengthen its leadership in mobile networks, drive a focused expansion in enterprise, and pursue cultural transformation.

Al-Khobar, located in Saudi Arabia, has been acknowledged as a smart city. The city has secured the 99th position out of 142 cities worldwide, highlighting its development and progress in embracing smart technologies and initiatives.

In a stark warning, UN agencies have highlighted the concerning amount of electronic waste generated globally—a staggering 62 million metric tonnes in just one year. Despite this alarming figure, the recycling rates for electronic waste remain dismally low; with only 22% of that waste being formally recycled. Electronic waste, or e-waste, poses a significant environmental and health hazard if not properly managed.

In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, du's CEO, Fahad Al Hassawi, elaborated on the company's commitment to fostering a more prosperous future grounded in knowledge and innovation. He discussed various aspects, including du's remarkable financial performance, ongoing commercial initiatives, digital innovation endeavors, expansion in fintech, robust workforce, sustainability objectives, and key targets set for 2024.