As one of the leaders in driving the digital transformation, Huawei showcased all of their newest innovations at Gitex 2019, held at the Dubai World Trade Center. Alaa Elshimy MD & VP of Huawei Middle East was present at the event. In an exclusive interview, he spoke to Telecom Review and explained how 5G is bringing infinite possibilities not only to individuals, but to vertical industries across the Middle East.
Interviews
Ericsson first to bring 5G to four continents
the first vendor to deploy 5G commercial live networks in four continents, it is no wonder that pioneering customers and operators select Ericsson as their 5G partner. These include multiple operators in the United States, South Korea, Europe as well as in Australia and UAE. At Gitex, the biggest technology exhibition of the Middle East, Telecom Review sat down with Fadi Pharaon, SVP and Head of Market Area MENA to discuss his first month in his new position.
du’s Deputy CEO discusses the importance of a customer-centric approach
du participated in GITEX technology week for the 14th year running. Their objective this year was “humanizing technology” for their customers in a bid to make the digital transition less “overwhelming” for their customers. Deputy CEO of Telco Services, Fahad Al Hassawi, spoke in an exclusive interview with Telecom Review and gave details about the company’s progress in rolling out 5G for its customers.
Evoteq launches UAE’s first Tier 3 data center in Sharjah
EVOTEQ is a renowned digital transformation catalyst that provides unique solutions to both the public and private sectors to make their transformation journeys easier. The company’s presence at GITEX comprised of a series of launches and some state-of-the-art technologies.
At GITEX technology Week 2019, Telecom Review sat down with EVOTEQ CEO, Jihad Tayara who offered us some insight into the work they have been doing across an array of industries through their digital transformation-enabling offerings.
Ogero chairman reveals impressive figures for the two newly launched services at Beirut International Airport
Telecom Review spoke to Imad Kreidieh, chairman and director general of Ogero to know more about the public WiFi and 5G fixed wireless services recently launched in Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport. Kreidieh shared positive figures as to the increase in internet speeds and improvement of coverage across all the airport.
Swisslog general manager highlights collaboration with Etisalat during GITEX
Swisslog, for the first time, partnered with Etisalat to showcase its latest robot-based solution ItemPiQ, which is specially designed for repeated, reliable picking of a wide range of items for the fast delivery of orders at low operating costs. Alain Kaddoum, General Manager at Swisslog Middle East explained more about the solution and Swisslog in general, during an interview with Telecom Review at GITEX Technology Week.
KT embraces 5G with high level security technologies
In an effort to highlight how 5G will affect cybersecurity and the solutions undertaken to face cyber threats, Telecom Review spoke to Hongbeom Jeon, CTO and SEVP, KT who confirmed the need for higher levels of security with the advent of 5G.
Krypton CEO highlights fundamental security differences between 4G and 5G
Krypton CEO, Cyrus Salesse has highlighted some of the key fundamental security differences between 4G and 5G technologies as the industry braces itself for the deployment and commercialization of 5G networks across a number of global markets. Krypton which is headquartered in Lebanon is visible in a number of key markets all across the MENA region and has enjoyed phenomenal success under the tutelage and guidance of its CEO. The cybersecurity vendor continues to enhance its market reputation in what is becoming an increasingly ultra-competitive space.