Kuwait Telecommunications Company – stc, a world-class digital leader providing innovative services and platforms to customers, enabling the digital transformation in Kuwait, announced its successful completion of a pilot test for the new Mobile VPN technology, becoming the first telecom operator in Kuwait to achieve this remarkable feat. stc proved its technical prowess and dedication to offering secure and dependable mobile communication solutions through the implementation of Mobile VPN, a groundbreaking technology enabling mobile users' secure and efficient access to public and private networks.

The innovative solution tested by stc addresses challenges that arise in connecting to poor public-private network collaboration and unsatisfactory intelligent transformation, empowering organizations to access government and campus private networks securely from anywhere, at any time. With Mobile VPN, users can seamlessly connect to both public and private networks without the hassle of changing cards or numbers, fostering enhanced collaboration, heightened security, and seamless connectivity. This marks a significant step towards a new era of digital transformation and productivity, further solidifying stc's position as a leader in the telecom and digital solutions industry.

The pilot test reflects stc’s unwavering focus on expanding its service offerings and maintaining its competitive pioneering position within the telecommunications industry. As the first telecom operator in the Kuwait to achieve this milestone, stc strengthened its position as a leader in offering transformative solutions to businesses and individuals.

Engineer Fahad Abdul Rahman Al Ali, CTO of stc, said, "At stc, we are driven by innovation and customer-centricity. Our successful Mobile VPN pilot test represents our commitment to empowering businesses and individuals with secure and seamless mobile communications. Our focus is to not only provide convenience and a breadth of digital solutions, but also provide our valued customers with secure access to their sensitive information."

Advanced and Secure Connectivity

The success of the Mobile VPN pilot test marks the potential for stc to develop and introduce new service offerings in various industries, providing numerous benefits for key sectors in the Kuwaiti market:

• School Campuses: With Mobile VPN, educational institutions can transform their campus networks, providing seamless and secure connectivity for both remote and on-campus education. The service enables efficient online learning, access to educational resources, and collaborative tools, ensuring uninterrupted education during pandemics or other disruptions.
• Government: The use of Mobile VPN empowers government entities to establish secure and efficient 5G private networks. This enables seamless data transmission, secure communication, and efficient collaboration amongst government officials, accelerating digitalization efforts and enhancing the services provided for citizens.
• Kuwaiti Enterprises: Application of the Mobile VPN enables enterprises and public utility providers to create private 5G networks, fostering smart healthcare solutions and facilitating remote work capabilities. It ensures secure access to critical information, promotes telemedicine, and enhances overall operational efficiency.

Following the success of the Mobile VPN's pilot test, stc is primed to revolutionize the telecom industry, providing superior user experiences, enhanced security, and cost-effective solutions for enterprises across various verticals.

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Source: https://www.stc.com.kw/en/news/10-08-23-stc-leads-the-way-in-mobile-vpn-testing