- stc Group has joined Bridge Alliance’s API Exchange (BAEx) as the first operator from the MENA region, expanding collaboration in IoT and telco APIs.
- The partnership aims to drive innovation and digital transformation in the MENA region and beyond.
What happened: stc Group strengthens Bridge Alliance partnership, becoming first MENA operator to commit to BAEx
On February 12, 2025, at the LEAP global technology conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, stc Group and Bridge Alliance announced an agreement to further strengthen their collaboration. As part of the partnership, stc Group, including its operating companies in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, will become the first MENA operator to join Bridge Alliance’s API Exchange (BAEx).
This partnership will enable stc Group to access a unified platform for telco APIs, significantly reducing complexity and streamlining commercial processes for stc and its enterprise customers. By simplifying the integration of telco APIs, BAEx supports innovation and helps create new business opportunities and revenue streams for stc in various markets.
In addition to telco APIs, stc Group and Bridge Alliance will continue their cooperation in the Internet of Things (IoT) space, including exploring connected car projects in the Middle East and developing smart city infrastructure.
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Why it’s important
The integration of stc Group into the Bridge Alliance API Exchange marks a significant milestone for the MENA region, enhancing access to telco APIs and driving the region’s digital transformation. By joining BAEx, stc will benefit from a simplified, unified integration framework and a single contract for easier access to APIs, accelerating the development of new services and solutions.
The collaboration is set to unlock new potential in IoT and connected technologies, contributing to innovations like smart cars and smart cities in the region, while boosting stc Group’s position as a leader in the digital space.
