Saudi Arabia ranks 3rd in spread of 5G networks – Saudi Gazette

Saudi Arabia ranks 3rd in spread of 5G networks – Saudi Gazette

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH - Saudi Arabia ranks third globally and first in the Middle East, Europe and North Africa (EUMENA) region in terms of fifth generation (5G) networks spreading over 30 cities with setting up of more than 5,797 towers.. Conference 2019 (WRC-19).The 5G technology of mobile networks has brought about a qualitative leap in the services provided and is a major possibility for modern applications including smart cities, digital homes, connected vehicles and many other applications of Internet of Things (IoT) technology with different requirements.. With regard to the industrial field, the 5G technology will support building and developing the environment of local industries and smart factories, as most modern technologies such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, big data, augmented reality, and other technologies depend on instant and immediate communication.. In the sports sector, this technology will enable the construction of virtual world applications and smart and rapid communication to develop the sports technology industry..