e UAE , the flagship telecom arm of global technology group e , in partnership with Khalifa University KU and Zayed University ZU , announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding MoU to establish the UAE 6G Innovation Hub and the country's first National 5G/6G Federated Testbeds. 5G/6G testbeds are secure 'sandbox' environments on the network where universities, startups and vendors can trial new technologies, software and applications before commercial rollout. The agreement was formalised during GITEX, underscoring the UAE's commitment to pioneering next-generation technologies and contributing to global 6G standardisation.
The UAE 6G Innovation Hub will serve as a collaborative platform for universities, industry leaders, startups, and international vendors. It will advance research and innovation, accelerate talent development, and ensure the UAE plays an active role in shaping global 6G standards.
"As the world's fastest broadband nation, the UAE is uniquely positioned to lead in the 6G era. This MoU with Khalifa University and Zayed University marks a historic step in establishing the UAE 6G Innovation Hub. Together, we are moving from early adoption to global co-creation, driving research, talent, and standards that will define the future of connectivity. Utilising our network as a catalyst for change, together with Khalifa University and Zayed University, we're giving builders federated 5G/6G environments, shared data and common methods, so UAE-based work converts into deployable solutions and contributions that land in global standards."
