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 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.
Ooredoo Group, in partnership with Innovatix Systems, has launched multilingual, scalable cybersecurity services across its markets. Already live in Qatar, Tunisia, Kuwait, and the Maldives, the services offer 24/7 SOC, EDR, and XDR, ensuring proactive protection, localized support, and real-time monitoring, with full rollout across all Ooredoo markets by 2025.
Ooredoo has sold a 6% stake in Qatar’s Meeza to Fiera Capital (UK), retaining only 4% as it prepares for a full exit. The move supports Ooredoo’s strategy to expand Syntys, its AI-ready hyperscale data centre platform, across MENA to power cloud, AI, and digital transformation.
Ooredoo and Tamimah Telecom have launched ERSAL, a unified platform consolidating messaging, email, voice, video, and social media into one secure system. Designed to boost customer engagement and efficiency, ERSAL supports automation, AI, and real-time insights, aligning with Oman’s digital transformation agenda.
Ooredoo has become the first operator in Oman to launch Google Workspace through a partnership with Google Cloud and Mindware. The collaboration, unveiled at COMEX 2025, will accelerate digital adoption, strengthen SMEs, and bring Gemini-powered AI productivity tools to Omani businesses, supporting Vision 2040 and national digital transformation goals.
Ooredoo and Qatar Airways have joined forces to establish a national AI hub, combining advanced infrastructure, local talent development, and Nvidia GPU-powered innovation. The partnership aims to accelerate Qatar’s digital transformation while enhancing customer experience, operational efficiency, and security across telecommunications, aviation, and other industries.
Ooredoo and Qatar Airways have signed a strategic MoU to strengthen AI, Cloud, and Cybersecurity collaboration. The partnership will create a national AI hub, invest in local talent, and leverage Ooredoo’s NVIDIA GPU platform to accelerate innovation, reinforcing Qatar’s leadership in digital transformation and economic diversification.
Ooredoo has launched the Salalah Data Centre and submarine cable landing station, the first of its kind in southern Oman. Positioned as a digital hub linking Asia, Europe, and Africa, the facility supports cloud, AI, and edge computing, offering scalable hosting, reduced latency, and vital resilience for global connectivity.