MEF, a global industry association of network, cloud, security, and technology providers accelerating enterprise digital transformation, has announced the conference program for its upcoming Global Network-as-a-Service Event (GNE).

Reports and Coverage
TDRA UAE Chairs 53rd Arab ICT Permanent Committee
The city of Dubai, UAE, hosted the 53rd session of the Arab ICT Permanent Committee from July 22-23, 2024.
Navigating the Challenges Associated with Telecom Infrastructure Expansion
By 2027, telecommunication companies are projected to invest USD 342.1 billion in infrastructure to facilitate the transition to 5G, according to PwC Middle East.
Global Internet Outage Suspends Operations
A global internet outage has caused widespread telecommunication breakdowns and shutdowns of Windows operating systems, leading to chaos at broadcasting stations, airports, railways, and banks.
5G and AR: The Future of the Modern Lifestyle
By 2025, nearly 75% of the global population, and almost all smartphone users, will be frequent users of augmented reality (AR), according to Deloitte.
Emerging Commercial Prospects for Telcos
From AI-driven automation to blockchain-supported systems, the enterprise business landscape is rapidly evolving. Furthermore, emerging cutting-edge technologies promise to support entrepreneurial possibilities through groundbreaking solutions for various industry challenges.
GenAI in Businesses: Navigating Multifaceted Implementation
As companies worldwide embrace digital transformation, Generative AI (GenAI) emerges as a key technology, addressing tasks and challenges that humans cannot perform as efficiently. It has been nearly a year since OpenAI released GPT-4 in an effort to keep pace with digital developments. Meanwhile, GenAI has emerged as the most sophisticated modern technology, transforming business operations and taking productivity to the next level.
5G-Advanced: Telcos’ Key to Driving Sustainability and Energy Efficiency
The mobile telecommunications industry has committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, aiming to attain a 90% reduction in energy usage through the utilization of 5G technology, according to a GSMA study. The industry endeavors to reduce its carbon footprint and support climate mitigation and adaption efforts.
6G: UAE's Roadmap to a More Advanced World
By 2030, 6G technology, also known as IMT-2030, is expected to become the primary mobile technology, offering enhanced user experiences compared to previous generations of networks, according to the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) and Khalifa University’s whitepaper.
UAE, KSA Score High in ITU’s Development Index 2024
The world is making progress towards universal and meaningful connectivity (UMC)—the ability for everyone to go online under optimal conditions, at an affordable cost, anywhere, at any time—according to the 2024 edition of the ITU’s ICT Development Index (IDI).