Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Ooredoo will invest over $500 million to redesign international cable routes linking Iraq with Oman, Turkey, and Europe. The project aims to reduce latency, bypass vulnerable areas such as the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz, strengthen regional network resilience, and support Iraq’s digital transformation across key sectors including education, e-commerce, and finance.
Ooredoo is investing $500 million to expand its global subsea cable network, boosting capacity, resilience, and international reach. The initiative will support new cable systems, landing stations, and upgrades to existing routes, reinforcing Qatar’s position as a digital hub. The investment targets rising enterprise demand for cloud, AI, 5G, and low-latency cross-border data connectivity.
Ooredoo Qatar played a central role at Rowad Qatar 2025, showcasing digital solutions that empower startups and SMEs, from connectivity and collaboration tools to customer engagement platforms. As Official Telecom Sponsor, Ooredoo reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Qatar’s entrepreneurship ecosystem and supporting the country’s digital and economic transformation goals.
ADIA will sell 160.5 million Ooredoo shares, cutting its stake to about 5% and raising up to QAR2.09 billion. Ooredoo says the deal will broaden its investor base and improve liquidity as the operator continues to post strong financial performance across its nine international markets.
Ooredoo Qatar has strengthened its IoT leadership with a unified ecosystem enabling secure, scalable and intelligent device connectivity. The enhanced platform supports real-time management and operational efficiency, empowering businesses to accelerate digital transformation across Qatar.
Ooredoo and Aduna have joined forces to globalize access to telecom APIs, enabling secure, cross-border innovation and advancing the GSMA CAMARA initiative for open, interoperable digital ecosystems.
Ooredoo has been named Frost & Sullivan’s 2025 MENA Company of the Year in Telecom and Enterprise Cloud Solutions for its innovation in AI, cloud, and sustainability. The recognition highlights Ooredoo’s leadership in digital transformation, social responsibility, and customer-centric growth.
Ooredoo and DE-CIX have launched Doha IX, Qatar’s first commercial Internet Exchange. Hosted in Ooredoo’s data centre, the IX delivers low-latency interconnection for hyperscalers, ISPs, and cloud providers, with direct access to Microsoft and Google services. The project supports Qatar National Vision 2030 and positions the nation as a regional digital hub.
Ooredoo has partnered with Innovatix Systems to roll out advanced cybersecurity services across its markets, including managed security, SOC, EDR, and XDR. Already active in Qatar, Tunisia, Kuwait, and the Maldives, the services will expand company-wide by 2025, providing round-the-clock, multilingual, and market-tailored protection.
GSMA has signed an MoU with Ooredoo, confirming the operator as Strategic Operator Partner for MWC25 Doha. The event, set for 25–26 November, will bring together leaders from 60+ countries to explore AI, digital infrastructure, and frontier technologies, with Ooredoo showcasing its 5G and innovation leadership.