stc Bahrain continues to lead the region’s digital transformation, aligning with Bahrain’s Vision 2030 by enhancing network efficiency, sustainability, and cybersecurity. In a recent interview with Telecom Review, Ahmed Alsharif, Chief Technology and Digital Officer, shared insights on the company’s strategic focus areas.

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center3 is redefining digital infrastructure in the Middle East by integrating AI hosting, advanced submarine cables, and internet exchange points (IXPs), driving the region’s digital transformation. As artificial intelligence (AI) adoption grows, the company is ensuring seamless access to high-performance computing while strengthening regional and international connectivity.

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During LEAP 2025, Telecom Review had the opportunity to speak with Amr M. Eldesouky, Chief Consumer Officer at Etihad Salam Telecom Company, to discuss the evolving telecom landscape, the importance of customer experience, and the technologies that will shape the industry’s future.

Read more: Beyond Connectivity: How Etihad Salam is Redefining the Concept of a Telecom Provider

The telecommunications industry is continuously evolving, influencing unexpected industries - even the energy sector. Now that connectivity is such a vital part of modern lifestyle, people today expect telecom operators to provide them with seamless service. But that isn't always possible, especially for remote and rural regions that often suffer from power blackouts. That was, until zinc-air energy storage emerged as a promising solution.

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WiFi connections now exist almost everywhere in modern infrastructure, found in a multitude of areas, from cafes to your local bus stop, airports, schools and offices. Without the convenience of WiFi, connecting with people on-the-go wouldn't be anywhere near as easy as it is today. For a long time, WiFi didn't penetrate the commercial airline industry. Traveling through the sky, passengers were expected to switch off their mobile phone and accept a general lack of connectivity with the world below. That tradition has changed in recent years, with the emergence of reliable and often free WiFi services available on commercial flights.

Read more: In-flight WiFi: The final frontier of convenient connectivity

Ever dreamed of kicking back, letting go of the wheel and reading the paper during the commute to work? In large cities, that could soon be a reality. We have reached an era where every single device or object is connected. We have reached a point where our cars can take us for a long ride without even bothering to drive ourselves.

Read more: Smart cars : Let go of the steering wheel and enjoy the ride

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