stc powers up upcoming Esports World Cup
Following its pivotal role in powering the inaugural EWC in 2024, stc is returning this year to support the world's largest gaming event with even more advanced capabilities. Central to this year's network infrastructure are intelligent monitoring systems featuring AI-driven traffic modeling, self-optimizing networks, and closed-loop automation, technologies that provide proactive insights and real-time network adjustments to ensure uninterrupted connectivity throughout the event.
As part of its comprehensive preparations, stc has deployed 27 advanced 5G towers across key tournament areas, including three towers dedicated exclusively to the event center.
As part of its comprehensive preparations, stc has deployed 27 advanced 5G towers across key tournament areas, including three towers dedicated exclusively to the event center. Within the venue buildings, an extensive indoor solutions network supported by more than 1,295 antennas will deliver high-speed 4G and 5G services, with internet speeds exceeding 2 Gbps ensuring smooth, responsive gameplay and seamless digital engagement.
Additionally, stc has equipped one of the largest operations centers in the region with ultra-high-resolution 168 MP displays, enabling real-time monitoring of network performance and service utilization across all EWC facilities. This state-of-the-art center ensures immediate incident response and optimal service quality for both participants and attendees.
To further enhance network efficiency, stc has implemented software-defined networking technologies, enabling agile, uninterrupted data flow throughout the tournament. The company has also expanded coverage across the venue by more than 20 percent compared to last year, ensuring stronger and more consistent connectivity.
Last year, stc's integrated digital infrastructure played a crucial role in the tournament's success, delivering 99.9 percent network availability and ultra-low latency.
This allowed players to enjoy a world-class gaming experience aligned with the highest international standards.
These efforts earned stc the prestigious 'Platinum Operator' award from the Communications, Space, and Technology Commission for the eighth consecutive year, as highlighted in the annual GameMode report.
'With its continued investment and innovation, stc reaffirms its position as a key enabler of digital transformation and a driving force in the growth of esports in the Kingdom,' the group said. 'Through strategic infrastructure expansion and smart technologies, stc ensures a secure, fully connected, and globally competitive digital experience at EWC 2025 and beyond.'
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