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Both du and Etisalat already offer fixed-line, broadband and television services in the UAE, but not in the same districts and an agreement between the pair to allow open competition has been years in the making.
September 21, 2011 3:41
Good news all around for the UAE teleco scene this week, as Du shares go up and Etisalat announces its $15 billion investment plans.
March 17, 2011 5:08
More telco funs and games. This time: some potential good news on the UAE horizon, and for Qatar some confirmed good news much closer.
February 16, 2011 1:18
If the papers are right, we should all rejoice, because we will soon be able to move mobile provider without having to change our phone number. Big deal, thinks Kipp.
January 25, 2011 3:18
As the TRA’s patience with UAE telcos appears to be running out, Samuel Potter says it might be time for Etisalat and Du to have a word with themselves.
January 10, 2011 2:22
Despite the headlines, Kipp doesn’t think we’re any nearer to a competitive telecoms industry. Shame, since that’s one of the defining characteristics of an effective modern business hub.
January 3, 2011 2:53
Kipp is a little disappointed as profitable Etisalat prepares to sack 300 employees at the same time as pursuing a $12billion Zain deal.
December 20, 2010 5:39
Kipp is a little disappointed as profitable Etisalat prepares to sack 300 employees at the same time as pursuing a $12billion Zain deal.
December 20, 2010 2:47Comments comes after market speculation that the consortium is struggling to recruit enough shareholders to reach the 46 percent threshold
December 19, 2010 3:48Competition from Du forces Etisalat to improve performance; company chasing high growth markets in Africa and Middle East.
December 18, 2010 3:01
Home internet usage appears to be on the decline as mobile-savvy surfers abandon their desktops for their smart phone. But can the UAE telcos keep up?
December 15, 2010 3:26
Companies in this region love to state the obvious. Cue Etisalat, announcing that competing with Du is hurting the bottom line. If only it was benefitting the customer.
November 23, 2010 2:36
No room for a new phone provider in the UAE as Du and Etisalat already serve everyone, says presumably confused TRA.
October 21, 2010 5:07
Etisalat is in Kipp’s spotlight as we take a closer look at the company’s Q3 results, its various future investment plans, and the competition.
October 20, 2010 3:43
As the World Cup draws closer, Qatar's fiscal spending, its only policy tool, may become difficult to restrict.
May 21, 2013 4:23
The search engine giant confirms its purchase of popular blogger site.
May 21, 2013 2:52
Employees say no promises for higher wages have yet been made.
May 21, 2013 11:57
An FNC member to argue that minimum wages are 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
