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Smart Cities Ops and Apps April 2025 Newsletter

The Smart City Committee within the Fiber Connect Council MENA plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of urban development across the Middle East and North Africa. Recognizing Fiber-to-the-X (FTTX) as the cornerstone of sustainable and digitally thriving cities, the committee champions the widespread deployment of this cutting-edge technology.

The committee’s mission extends beyond mere technological advocacy. It actively engages in fostering a supportive ecosystem for smart city initiatives by:

  • Developing comprehensive guidelines, standards, and best practices for FTTX deployment strategies, ensuring efficient and effective implementation across the region.
  • Identifying and promoting innovative applications and benefits of FTTX for a wide range of urban environments, including bustling metropolises, vibrant campuses, and thriving real estate developments.

Furthermore, the committee remains at the forefront of emerging trends in smart city technologies. This month, the focus is on showcasing the latest advancements in Smart mobility initiatives in the MENA region

The committee unequivocally emphasizes the indispensable role of optical fiber in powering the data-intensive demands of modern smart cities. With its unparalleled bandwidth capacity, FTTX provides the robust foundation necessary to support the burgeoning ecosystem of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, enabling seamless communication and data exchange between various urban systems.

In essence, the Smart City Committee within the Fiber Connect Council MENA catalyzes innovation, driving the development of sustainable, efficient, and citizen-centric smart cities across the Middle East and North Africa.

Regards,
Dr. Houssam Al Masri
Committee Chair”

 

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