The latest Iraqi communications news, including developments and opportunities in communications and media from Iraq Business News.
By John Lee. Etisalat Academy has reportedly signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with EarthLink for the development of a comprehensive training programme in Iraq focused on Gigabit Passive Optical Network (GPON) FTTH network systems. The MoU was signed by Muammar Nasir AlRukhaimi, CEO of Etisalat Services Holding, and Dr Alaa Jasim, CEO of EarthLink […]
By John Lee. The Iraq Britain Business Council (IBBC) hosted a very successful Tech Forum on the topic of "Digital Infrastructure & Transformation", as part of its Spring Conference in London on Friday. The session was chaired by Ashley Goodall, and speakers included: Mr Saquib Ahmed, SAP; Mr Padraig O'Hannelly, Iraq Business News; Mr Mohsen […]
You are invited to join the IBBC Tech Forum Live. Free to attend! 16th June, starting from 2:30pm BST 'The Digital Transformation of Iraq'
By John Lee. Iraqi telecom provider Asiacell, fintech Qi and platform Digital Zone have officially announced a strategic alliance. According to a statement from Asiacell, this integration will empower millions of Asiacell and Qi's shared customers to carry out purchases using their Qi payment cards seamlessly. This promises a smooth retail experience, fostering financial inclusion, […]
By Michael Knights for the Washington Institute for Near East Policy. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraqi CMC Draft Regulation of Digital Content in Iraq The below is a translation of the March 16, 2023 Draft Regulation by the Iraqi Communications […]
By John Lee. Zain Iraq's Q1 2023 revenue increased by 15 percent to reach USD 223 million and EBITDA recorded was USD 76 million, reflecting an EBITDA margin of 34 percent, according to the company's results statement for the period. The operation reported eight-fold increase in net profit of USD 30 million for Q1 2023 […]
By John Lee. Iraq's Communications and Media Commission (CMC) has invited expressions of interest from specialized consulting companies to conduct a market study on the state of communications in the country, including opportunities, challenges, and future steps. The study will contribute to the implementation of the Commission's plan for optimal use of frequency spectrum and […]
By John Lee. The head of Iraq's Communications and Media Commission (CMC) has said the regulator has won a judicial decision against Korek Telecom, obliging the company to pay approximately $800 million to the Iraqi state treasury. The decision resolves a long-standing legal dispute between the commission and the company over unpaid dues, and Dr. […]
By Hamdi Malik and Michael Knights for the Washington Institute for Near East Policy. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Profile: Communications and Media Commission After falling under the control of "resistance"-linked board members, this key Iraqi media institution began a widespread […]
By John Lee. A group of human rights organisations have expressed their deepest concern regarding the Iraqi authorities' recent campaign to crack down on 'indecent content' online. This crackdown, they say, has a chilling effect and will stifle free speech in the country. The statement, which can be read in full here, is signed by […]
By John Lee. Subscription video on demand service StarzPlay has reportedly announced its partnership with Iraq's Almanasa to provide STARZPLAY's diverse breadth of entertainment and sports offering for subscribers in the market. As part of the three year agreement, STARZPLAY will provide its core product catalogue of movies and TV shows for Almanasa subscribers in […]
By John Lee. Datareportal has issued a report on digital trends and behaviours in Iraq. Among the key finding are: There were 33.72 million internet users in Iraq at the start of 2023, when internet penetration stood at 74.9 percent. Iraq was home to 25.53 million social media users in January 2023, equating to 56.7 […]
