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UAE TRA in talks to lift Skype ban
The UAE Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) is in talks with Microsoft and Apple regarding potentially allowing VoIP services Skype and FaceTime in the UAE, according to a report by Al-Ittihad newspaper. 0 5154
TRA completes IPv6 testing on FedNet
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has successfully completed today the tests of the Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) on the …
UAE telcos respond to Skype block confusion
Telco providers du and Etisalat have responded to public confusion around the sudden lack of access to Voice over Internet …
du launches online VAT registration for customers
du has launched an online process to collect customers’ official Tax Registration Numbers, as issued by the Federal Tax Authority.
TRA urges UAE operators to prep for 5G roll-out
The UAE’s telecom regulator on Saturday announced the launch of IMT-2020 (5G), and asked mobile network operators in the country …
du announces VAT charges on products and services
The company has started contacting all of its customers, electronically and personally, to advise them of the introduction of VAT.
UAE telco du inaugurates first business mobile centre
UAE-based telecom service provider du has recently launched its first ‘Business Mobile Centre’ at the Dubai Health Authority.
Spusht Technologies showcases portfolio at CET Middle East
Spusht Technologies, a Dubai-based systems integrator, has announced its successful participation at the 12th edition of CET Middle East, last …
Etisalat, du launch new legal VoIP service in UAE for monthly fee
The UAE’s two telecommunications providers have both listed VoIP-based app, Botim, as part of their ‘unlimited’ voice and video call service.
Equinix holds knowledge sharing session with du
Equinix held a knowledge sharing discussion with the senior management at du, led by Brian Lillie, Chief Product Officer, Equinix. The …