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Zain partners with mobile gaming platform Gizer

Zain, the leading digital service provider in Kuwait, announces a partnership with Gizer, a global gaming platform that connects gamers to the world’s most popular and competitive mobile gaming titles. As part of the Zain Esports gaming ecosystem, and through Direct Operator Billing (DOB) powered by SLA Digital, Zain customers can now easily subscribe to Gizer and enjoy playing a wide array of mobile esports games on-the-go.

The partnership falls under the umbrella of Zain’s strategy to closely focus on enriching its digital partnerships ecosystem. The company aims at expanding its portfolio of innovative services and solutions, which meet the needs and aspirations of its customers, including gaming enthusiasts.

Zain customers can simply select from a range of secure subscription plans without the need to use bank cards. The subscription fee is added to the postpaid customer’s bill or deducted from the prepaid customer’s balance.

Commenting on the partnership, Zain Kuwait’s Chief Government Affairs and Business Development Officer, Modhey Al Sabah said, “We are delighted to announce our partnership with Gizer to offer our customers an easy and secure way to enjoy esports content on their mobile devices wherever they are. We know how passionate our customers are about esports and gaming, and this collaboration forms part of our commitment to expanding our digital partnerships ecosystem with the biggest regional and international partners.”

Jack Lamir, CEO of Gizer commented, “As a company, our goal is to make mobile games more fun, rewarding, and better connected. Convenience plays a big part in this, and our partnership with Zain Kuwait means more mobile gamers in the Middle East can easily enjoy their favorite titles such as Brawl Stars, Clash Royale and PUBG Battlegrounds, with only the requirement of simple carrier billing payments.”

Zain Kuwait customers can download the Gizer app at https://gizer.io to play their favorite games, earn rewards, compete in head-to-head challenges, rank in leaderboards, live stream games, chat with friends, and more. The app offers gamers the world’s most popular competitive mobile titles including Clash Royale, Brawl Stars, Critical Ops, Call of Duty Mobile, PUBG Battlegrounds and Fortnite Battle Royale.

In signing such digital partnerships, Zain seeks to meet its customers’ aspirations through the offer of the latest, innovative services and technologies. The company remains keen to offer the most advanced tools to enhance its customers’ experience, and offer them an unrivaled digital experience on the largest network in Kuwait.

Zain Esports is a regional gaming powerhouse launched in December 2020 by Zain, and to date, the brand has hosted numerous multi-national tournaments in the Middle East, such as the 'EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Tournament: Middle East Challenge'. Zain Esports has also organized the ‘PUBGM Champions Squad Season 1 & 2', 'Zain Summer Series', and the CSGO ‘Final Clash’ and most recently partnered with the Kuwait Olympic committee to manage a first-of-its-kind four-weekend esports event.

These and other tournaments have attracted the participation of over 15,000 players from across the region and have been viewed by over 35 million on Zain Esports’ YouTube, Twitch and other social media channels.

Zain’s strategy is centered on digital transformation leadership and empowering the community to enjoy a smarter portable lifestyle, as well as using advanced technology to enable an easier and more flexible life. Zain considers itself as an active partner in creating the future of a smart and connected life in Kuwait.



Source: https://www.kw.zain.com/en/news1?art=34729002

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