#Telecoms

Dubai businessman Khalaf Al Habtoor urges for end to Skype ban in UAE

The Dubai businessman also said reconsidering some of the fees will have a “positive impact on the economy”

Revealed: Top 10 companies in Bahrain in 2018

The biggest listed companies in Bahrain by market capitalisation

UAE’s Etisalat, du offer free wifi for National Day

The offer will be open to all UAE residents in major public places

Revealed: Pricing, GCC availability of Apple’s iPhone XS, XS Max, XR, Watch 4

Apple unveiled four new devices at a launch event on Wednesday

UAE blocks Roblox, Blue Whale, Mariam other online games

The country’s attorney general said the games were damaging to children’s health

Revealed: Top 10 companies in Saudi Arabia in 2017

The biggest listed companies in Saudi Arabia by market capitalisation

Revealed: Top 10 companies in the UAE in 2017

The biggest listed companies in the UAE by market capitalisation

Revealed: Top 10 companies in Bahrain in 2017

The biggest listed companies in Bahrain by market capitalisation

Etisalat announces free wifi in the UAE during Eid Al Adha

The free offer will be available from August 30 until September 9

Etisalat to offer free wifi in the UAE during National Day

Residents will be able to access the service in malls, cafes, beaches and parks

Revealed: Top 10 companies in the UAE in 2016

The biggest listed companies in the UAE as ranked by market capitalisation

Saudi’s Mobily Q2 net profit up 22%

The telecoms company said that it made a net profit of $379 million in the second quarter of the year.

Etisalat Gets New Chairman

Eissa Al Suwaidi has been appointed as the new head of the UAE telecoms company, replacing Mohammad Omran.

Qtel Bids For Wataniya Stake

The Qatar-based telecoms operator plans to buy the remaining majority stake in Wataniya for $1.9 billion.

Qtel Announces New Group COO

The Qatar-based telecommunications firm promotes Ahmed Al-Derbesti to chief operating officer.

Du Offers Fastest UAE Service

The mobile operator plans to launch a 4G broadband service, four times faster than it’s current speed.

Friendi Secures Virgin Deal

The Dubai-based operator has agreed a partnership with Richard Branson’s Virgin Group, extending into South Africa.

Qtel Raises Asiacell Stake

Qatar Telecom will pay $1.47 billion to increase its stake in Iraqi operator Asiacell to 60 per cent.

Saudi Needs Spectrum Change

Freeing up spectrum for Saudi’s telecoms operators may add $95.5 billion to the economy by 2025, said GSMA.

Etisalat To Cut Rates By 30%

UAE telecoms operator Etisalat will reduce international call tariffs from the second half of 2012.

Du Posts 62% Q1 Profit Hike

The telecoms operator posted a net profit of Dhs333.1 million during the first quarter of the year.

Zain Reports 2% Increase In Q1 Net Profit

The Kuwaiti telecoms operator made a net profit of $255 million during the first quarter of this year.

Omantel Posts 12.9% Q1 Net Profit Rise

The Omani telecoms company reported a net profit of $75.58 million during the first quarter of the year.

Etisalat Reports Flat Q1 Profit

The UAE-based telecoms operator reported net profit of Dhs1.81 billion during the first quarter of the year.

Nokia Has 46% ME Handset Share

Nokia leads handset sales, but Apple secures top spot for mobile advertising impressions.

BT Expands MENA Presence

The UK-based telco sets its sights on the region’s young and growing population.

Batelco Eyes Acquisitions In 2012

The Bahraini telecoms operator hopes that new acquisitions will bring in revenues to compensate domestic losses.

Zain Confirms Dividend Issue

The Kuwait telco also said it would back a subscription by its Saudi affiliate.

Etisalat Offers 3G In Afghanistan

The UAE based telecoms operator said that it was the first operator to provide 3G services in the country.

Zain Names New CEO

The indebted telco has appointed Fraser Curley as chief executive, its third CEO in six months.