Forget more internet access, TRA gives you more speed
Although the TRA has new promises of faster internet, Kipp's not bringing out the confetti just yet, at least until attitudes toward the internet access change.
November 16, 2011 4:39
Small-time internet shops threaten UAE telcos
With strong demand from UAE expatriates, back alley internet shops are offering VoIP despite government restriction and at a tenth of Etisalat and du’s regulated prices, making them tough competition.
November 10, 2011 4:30UAE Telco Du Q3 Profit Up 50 Pct; Data, Subscribers Grow
Du made a net profit of 244.3 million dirhams ($66.5 million), compared with a profit of 163.1 million dirhams in the same period a year ago.
October 31, 2011 9:17
Gulf telcos risk falling into handset subsidy trap
Telcos responding to harsh competition, stagnant growth; Smart phone shipments to Middle East seen up 52 pct in 2011; But European experience suggests profits may suffer; VoIP calls on smart phones threaten international revenue
October 26, 2011 5:22
Computing without Computing; iPhone 4S Reviews: No Disappointments; Touchscreen Braille Tablet for the Blind;The 10 Funniest Tweets About the BlackBerry Outage
Fresh off GITEX, our heads are buzzing with tech talk. And so, this week we bring the Best of the…
October 13, 2011 4:05
UAE, KSA telcos compensate subscribers for Blackberry outage
In a move that just may surprise you given the notorious reputation of their less than desirable customer service, telecoms…
October 12, 2011 11:39UAE mobile number portability delayed again
Mobile number portability in the UAE has been further delayed, the chief executive of telecoms operator du told Reuters on Tuesday.
September 27, 2011 4:10
Courtship—Is Etisalat’s Ramadan tactic enough to win you over?
Has Etisalat upped the ammo by waiving of its annual Wasel fee? And how will teleco rival du react?
August 4, 2011 3:22
Bring it kinda on: Etisalat and Du fight for the top spot
Prepare for great telco promos to come your way, as du and Etisalat do their competitive dance. Oh wait, not yet...it’s not quite a real competition yet, says Jacqueline Gomes.
July 20, 2011 3:11
Out with the old, in with the new: Incumbent telcos slump at the sight competition
Saturated home markets and loss-making efforts abroad hasten nosedive for former telco monopolies while second and third entry operators shine in a data and mobile broadband playing field - Reuters
July 10, 2011 10:51
Ring-a-ding-ding: who’s losing their grip on this teleco sibling rivalry?
Teleco round up: Etisalat says it going to do what we hoped it was doing all along and spectacular du is offering super duper deals for SMEs.
June 9, 2011 2:01
Super Duper Du
With du posting the results of its first quarter earnings, Kipp brings you our round up of the happening world of UAE telecos.
April 25, 2011 4:16Dubai telco du Q1 net profit doubles; beats forecasts
Q1 net profit after royalty payment 205.8 mln dirhams; Added 272,000 mobile subscribers in Q1; Co to continue provision for royalty at 50 pct; Q1 results beat analysts forecasts of 203.7 mln dirhams
April 25, 2011 10:36du announces the launch of the Europe India Gateway submarine cable
du invests $50 million as one of the leading members of the consortium building the $700 million high-capacity submarine cable .
February 25, 2011 12:19UAE’s du to pay 15 pct royalty fee from 2010 profit
The commencement of the royalty fee payable to government will be effective from Jan 1, 2010.
February 15, 2011 4:00
A major step for Turkey
As Prime Minister Erdogan showcases Turkey's prestige on a visit to the White House, the country has its ratings upgraded...
May 19, 2013 9:45
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26