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Officials take a group photo. -  KUNA photos
Officials take a group photo. - KUNA photos

CITRA launches new frequencies, targets 5G tech

KUWAIT: The Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) announced on Monday the launch of new frequencies in preparation for the inauguration of the advanced fifth generation (5GA) technology, which is the latest and highest-level technology in the telecommunications network sector.

Acting Chairman of the Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) Abdullah Al-Ajmi said in a press statement during a trial show organized by the Authority to launch these frequencies that the third generation telecommunications network services will be stopped within a maximum period of June 2025 and that they will be used to support and develop fourth and fifth generation telecommunications technologies.

Al-Osaimi added that the advanced fifth-generation technology will enhance the state’s leadership position in adopting the latest modern technological developments and represents a qualitative leap in supporting contemporary digital services, applications, and continuous improvement of the user experience of mobile telecommunications network services.

He explained that this modern technology will support increasing the capacities of mobile telecommunications networks, allowing a larger number of fifth-generation subscribers to enjoy high-quality services, noting that this technology is a step towards enabling the use of modern applications related to the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality, 3D video, and cloud services.

He pointed out that these developments will support the needs and applications of smart cities and facilitate the transfer of data at ultra-high speeds in future projects, reaching 10 gigabits per second, thus benefiting various government, industrial, and commercial sectors, in addition to individuals. Al-Ajmi said that users can experience the advanced fifth-generation technology for three days at the Burj Al-Hamra Mall opposite Gate No 5. — KUNA

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