As enterprises and service providers navigate the complexities of modern connectivity, MEF is accelerating the adoption of Network-as-a-Service (NaaS). Artificial intelligence’s (AI) integration with NaaS is advancing this shift, enabling service providers to drive new business in meeting the emerging demands of enterprise.

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As we step into 2025, the telecom landscape in Sub-Saharan Africa presents both significant opportunities and challenges. In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, Rajiv Aggarwal, Head of Sales, Sub-Saharan Africa, Cloud & Network Services at Nokia, reflects on key takeaways from 2024, the growing role of automation and AI, the escalating importance of security, and the trends set to shape the telecom industry in 2025. His insights offer a roadmap for navigating this rapidly evolving market.

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is at the forefront of innovation and global digital transformation, delivering next-generation digital services to enterprises and consumers. du, one of the country’s leading telecom and digital service providers, has demonstrated its commitment to advancing the 5G Advanced innovation and UAE’s digital landscape.

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Despite the failure of Google Glass in 2014, smart glasses are poised for a significant resurgence due to advancements in AI. Companies like Meta and Google are heavily investing in the next generation of smart glasses that seamlessly blend style with functionality.

These cutting-edge devices will leverage generative AI (GenAI) to deliver real-time, context-aware interactions through voice commands, cameras, and sensors. They are expected to provide practical features including plant identification and misplaced key location, enhancing their appeal to both consumers and businesses.

The smart glasses market is projected to grow substantially over the next decade. AI's role in facilitating intuitive controls, personalized experiences, and immersive augmented reality (AR) is transforming these devices from niche gadgets into essential tools. Apple is also anticipated to join this trend, aligning its future products with these emerging advancements.

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