TRA successfully completes testing of IPv6 on FedNet

The UAE’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) successfully completed IPv6 tests on the Federal Network (FedNet), as well as internal assessments and practical tests to ensure the readiness of FedNet in terms of hardware and software requirements, WAM reported. The tests were conducted in cooperation with UAE accredited service providers Etisalat and Du.

The technical team supervising FedNet, in cooperation with the service providers, conducted technical tests that confirmed the ability of operators to switch to IPv6, which is considered a major achievement in the UAE, and a key requirement in light of the lack of internet resources due to IPv4. 

The aim of this step is to confirm the UAE’s leadership in smart services and support the UAE’s strategies in the field of Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI).