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& UAE announced the world ' s fastest recorded speed of 30.5Gbps on its live 5G network , marking a significant milestone in its evolution towards 5G-Advanced . This global achievement was unveiled during a demonstration held at SAMENA Leaders ’ Summit 2024 , showcasing the successful aggregation of multiple carriers across high-band and mid-band spectrums , 1600 MHz in mmWave and 300MHz in C-band , with network speeds reaching 30.5Gbps .

Khalid Murshed , Chief Technology and Information Officer , CTIO of e & UAE , said : “ We are thrilled to announce e & UAE ' s achievement of the world ' s fastest 5G network speed . By adopting the latest 5G solutions , we are providing our customers with premium digital experiences but also paving the way for the 6G era by 2030 in line with the UAE ’ s recently unveiled 6G Roadmap by TDRA .”

As the demand for advanced network capabilities continues to surge , e & UAE is poised to revolutionise the landscape of connectivity in the UAE . This vision integrates state-of-the-art technologies and innovative services , including network slicing , private 5G network , RedCap , mobile VPN , and premium Fixed Wireless Access , FWA leased lines , offering a superior experience for consumers , home , and enterprise customers alike . e & UAE has also harnessed the power of AI to deliver seamless and personalised experiences to every customer . AI technologies will spearhead intelligent energy-saving and smart network planning initiatives , driving environmental responsibility and technological excellence to new heights .

Fibre to the Home

The UAE has once again been recognised as the global provider in Fibre to the Home , FTTH penetration . This marks the eighth consecutive year the country has held this top position with a penetration rate of 99.3 %, as reported by the FTTH Council in its latest annual report .

The report analysed data from 20 countries that have exceeded 50 % FTTH availability and compared global statistics on fibre optic network penetration . It placed the UAE above Singapore , 97.1 %, Hong Kong , 95.3 %, China , 92.9 %, and South Korea , 91.5 %. The ranking highlights UAE ’ s position as a global provider in highspeed fibre connectivity and underscores the vision of the nation ’ s leadership to prioritise next-generation digital infrastructure .

The evolution of FTTH has fuelled the uptake of high-speed broadband , enabling businesses and individuals alike to yield substantial benefits . Beyond boosting performance , fibre supports energy efficiency and sustainability goals and is critical in advancing hyperscalers , 5G Advanced , data centre connectivity , smart cities , and AI-driven initiatives . p

UAE recognised as global provider in Fibre to the Home

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