stc group and iBASIS Strengthen Strategic Partnership With Multi-Service IPX Agreement and Flash Call Authentication Proof of Concept

Paris, France – stc group, a leading digital enabler, and iBASIS, a leading global provider of communications solutions for operators and digital service providers, today announced the signing of two agreements: a multi-service IPX agreement and a Flash Call Proof of Concept. These agreements underscore the longstanding relationship between both companies and reflect their shared commitment to delivering secure mobile and authentication solutions.

With the addition of mobile roaming services, iBASIS will empower stc group to sustain its impressive growth and enhance the roaming experience for high-value data users. Through the integrated analytics platform, stc group will gain real-time visibility into global data traffic, enabling faster identification and resolution of performance and revenue-impacting issues, as well as continuous monitoring of connectivity.

During high-traffic events such as the Hajj season, iBASIS’ IPX infrastructure and advanced analytics capabilities will enable stc group to efficiently manage surging roaming volumes. The platform provides granular visibility into traffic patterns, network utilization, and user behavior in real time, allowing proactive capacity adjustments and rapid incident resolution. This ensures optimal network performance, service continuity, and quality of experience for millions of roaming subscribers even under extreme network demand.

“This agreement marks a new chapter in our partnership with iBASIS as we continue to focus on delivering optimized connectivity and premium mobile experiences for our customers,” said Mohammed Al-Abbadi, Chief Carrier & Wholesale Officer, stc group. “Building on more than twenty years of trusted partnership, we continue our shared journey to provide secure, high-performance, and data-driven roaming experiences in today’s digital world. We are also pursuing new opportunities, such as leveraging Flash Call authentication.”

“We are honored to strengthen our partnership with stc group, one of the largest telecom operators in the MENA region,” said Patrick George, CEO of iBASIS. “Our advanced IPX capabilities and analytics-driven approach will enable stc group to meet rising data demands and deliver exceptional connectivity experiences worldwide. This collaboration underscores our joint commitment to driving digital transformation and enhancing global mobile user experiences.”

iBASIS’ IPX service suite has been continually optimized to support the surge in global data roaming driven by 5G adoption, ensuring scalability, security, and superior service quality. In 2025, iBASIS was recognized as the Leading Tier One IPX Network by ROCCO Research.