‘VoIP services through Skype are still unauthorized’ – TRA
We have one VoIP application, two telecom operators and an endless stream of confusion. . .
April 8, 2013 3:25
‘Skype and WhatsApp need to meet local laws’
Saudi's regulator said it was acting to "protect society from any negative aspects that could harm the public interest"
April 1, 2013 8:21
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
The Six Degrees of…Tony Bates
Microsoft’s $8.5 billion acquisition of Skype –the largest Microsoft has ever made – has put Tony Bates, Skype CEO, into…
May 16, 2011 4:37
To Skype or Not to Skype?
Will the TRA loosen up on the Skype-ban now that Microsoft has acquired the company? Kipp is highly doubtful, but then again who cares? We know people who’ve been Skyping for years now.
May 13, 2011 9:55
Skype and Microsoft heads explain tie-up
Speaking to the BBC, Microsoft’s Steve Ballmer promises "new capabilities and new features".
May 11, 2011 9:34Skype to open office in Manama
Company says Bahraini capital is a “gateway to the Gulf.”
June 28, 2010 5:27
Ban Skype, discourage business
With the region’s least competitive mobile market and some of the slowest internet in the world, Lebanon’s move to ban VoIP communications is wildly unpopular.
June 18, 2010 8:33Skype ban angers Lebanese
Moves to make popular internet calling tool illegal spark uproar.
June 16, 2010 3:32Skype CEO sees Middle East growth
Internet calling service sees bright prospects despite being banned in a number of countries.
June 15, 2010 3:45
Etisalat blocks Skype. Du doesn’t. And neither blocks Chatroulette. Confusing, huh?
The fact that one telco prevents access to the Skype website, and the other doesn’t, is yet another example of the UAE’s confused and contradictory policies on internet access.
March 18, 2010 6:30No lift on Skype ban in the UAE
Telecoms regulator says only local operators such as Etisalat and du will be allowed to offer customers international ‘voice over internet’ services.
March 15, 2010 6:29
“Technology Sans Frontieres” conversation at the Abu Dhabi Media Summit
Hassan Fattah, editor in chief at The National newspaper, moderates a panel on how technology can help people “change the world in ways large and small”.
March 11, 2010 2:57
First report by Etisalat covering global footprint
Telecom company exhibits its high impact projects, including Mobile Baby.
May 21, 2013 6:01
Qatar Should Consider More Flexible Exchange Rate - Central Banker
As the World Cup draws closer, Qatar's fiscal spending, its only policy tool, may become difficult to restrict.
May 21, 2013 4:23
Yahoo on Tumblr: 'we promise not to screw it up'
Search engine giant confirms purchase of popular blogger site as both sides vow to address users' concerns
May 21, 2013 2:52
Minimum wage 'unfair' for employers?
FNC member argues that minimum wage for domestic workers and maids is 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43