Huawei Technologies and Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) inaugurated the Huawei HBKU AI ICT Academy Lab, signifying a new chapter in collaborative efforts between Huawei Technologies and HBKU. This state-of-the-art facility represents a fusion of innovation and education, solidifying the fostering of technological advancements and nurturing talent in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and Information and Communications Technology (ICT).

Read more: Huawei, HBKU Inaugurate AI ICT Lab to Equip Digital Talents in Qatar

Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, the UAE’s Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, recognized the proliferation and importance of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) as the driving force of the future digital economy.

Read more: UAE Minister Stresses the Importance of Digital Skills in the Age of Generative AI

Telecom Review has been gathering top-tier industry leaders and experts in virtual panels for the past four years to discuss the most trending topics in the ICT industry. On January 23rd, a virtual panel entitled ‘The Future of Connectivity: Enabling the Internet of Things’ will emphasize the importance of the Internet of Things and how it is shaping the future of connectivity.

Read more: First of the 2024 Series: Connectivity and IoT at the Heart of Upcoming Webinar

With the rapid increase of smart systems globally, 6G networks represent the next stage of mobile communication and a major opportunity not only for technology enterprises but for all advanced industries. In the interim, we are testing the shift in devices connected to 5G and 5G Advanced between 2024 and 2025.

Read more: 6G Leading the Global Market: Forging New Opportunities

One of the highlights for the telecom industry in 2023, especially for the mobile sector, was the decision at the World Radiocommunication Conference 2023 (WRC-23) designating the 6 GHz as the global IMT. This decision ensures ample spectrum support for the advancement of 5G and the development of 6G.

Read more: UAE Enters 5G Advanced Era, Achieving 10Gbps Speed

In today's fast-paced business environment, staying connected and having reliable access to the internet are crucial. With the introduction of Wi-Fi 6, businesses now have an opportunity to significantly enhance their efficiency by leveraging its exceptional capabilities.

Read more: Wi-Fi 6: Enhancing Businesses Through Network Capacity, Security and IoT

Qatar’s recently-unveiled third National Development Strategy (NDS3) outlines the plan for the next phase of Qatar’s development journey towards actualizing the Qatar National Vision 2030 (QNV 2030). As part of NDS3’s strategic national outcomes, Qatar aims to achieve government excellence.

Read more: Qatar Sets 2030 Targets to Achieve Government Excellence

The Middle East and Central Asia’s primary source of wealth is talent— a catalyst for our future intelligent societies. In this new era, digital talent drives digital transformation, unleashing digital productivity. As we stand at the precipice of a new era of digital revolution powered by 5.5G, AI, Cloud, and more, building a strong backbone of talent will help solidify our continuous economic growth.

Read more: Regional Academic and ICT Experts Emphasize Vital ICT Talent Ecosystem

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