What's Happening?
e& UAE has upgraded its EMIX IP transit platform with 400G links in collaboration with Cisco, addressing the growing demand for traffic that increases by over 20% annually. The upgrade involves Cisco's ASR9000 Aggregation Services Routers, enhancing capacity and reducing latency for carriers, ISPs, and mobile operators across the MENA region. The multi-year program introduces AI/ML-driven network automation, enabling intent-based, closed-loop operations that improve provisioning speed, reduce human error, and strengthen service reliability as traffic demand scales.
Why It's Important?
The upgrade to 400G links is crucial for e& UAE to meet the increasing data traffic demands in the MENA region. By enhancing network capacity and reducing latency, the company can
offer improved performance and economics to its wholesale and operator customers. The integration of AI/ML-driven network automation represents a significant advancement in network management, allowing for more efficient operations and better service reliability. This development is likely to set a precedent for other telecom operators in the region, encouraging them to adopt similar technologies to stay competitive.
What's Next?
e& UAE plans to extend the 400G upgrade to its international Points of Presence (PoPs), further enhancing its global network capabilities. As the demand for data traffic continues to grow, the company may explore additional upgrades and partnerships to maintain its competitive edge. The successful implementation of AI/ML-driven network automation could lead to further innovations in network management, potentially influencing industry standards and practices. Stakeholders in the telecom industry will likely monitor e& UAE's progress closely, considering similar upgrades to improve their own network infrastructures.
