stc Bahrain Joins Conflux as a Validator to Advance Blockchain Innovation in the Middle East
As part of this strategic partnership, stc Bahrain will operate a validator on the Conflux Network.
Conflux Network is excited to announce its partnership with stc Bahrain, a leading digital enabler in the Middle East. This collaboration positions Conflux as a key participant in stc Bahrain’s Web3 Launchpad Program, specifically within the Pearling Path initiative, which aims to support emerging Web3 protocols as they expand in the Middle East.
Through this collaboration, Conflux and stc Bahrain strengthen the blockchain ecosystems that connect global and regional innovation. With Bahrain’s strategic location and progressive regulatory framework, this partnership accelerates the development of decentralized technologies and opens doors to new markets.
stc Bahrain Joins Conflux as a Validator
As part of this strategic partnership, stc Bahrain will operate a validator on the Conflux Network, reinforcing the security and efficiency of its consensus mechanism. This partnership underscores Conflux’s commitment to maintaining robust and secure blockchain infrastructure.
stc Bahrain is the fastest-growing, most innovative digital enabler in Bahrain. The company has set its sights on the Web3 industry, with a vision to create an ecosystem powered by robust infrastructure and tools. stc Bahrain aims to become a vital player in shaping blockchain’s trajectory and creating peer-to-peer networks in the region, setting new standards for digital excellence in the Middle East.
“This partnership with Conflux Network represents another step forward in our mission to position Bahrain as a hub for emerging technologies,” said Saad Odeh, Chief Wholesale Officer at stc Bahrain. “By operating a validator and supporting Conflux’s advanced blockchain infrastructure, we are empowering developers and enterprises to build transformative solutions, aligning with Bahrain’s Vision 2030.”
“We are thrilled to partner with stc Bahrain as a Pearling Path Partner under the Web3 Launchpad Program,” said Christian Oertel, Global Expansion Lead at Conflux Network. “Bahrain’s strategic location as a gateway between the Middle East and Asia creates a unique opportunity to drive blockchain innovation and connect decentralized economies across these regions. Together with stc Bahrain, we aim to build a secure and scalable foundation for decentralized applications.”
About stc Bahrain
stc Bahrain, a subsidiary of stc Group, is the fastest-growing, most innovative digital enabler in Bahrain. Since entering Bahrain’s telecommunications market in 2010, stc Bahrain has revolutionized the telecommunications industry in the Kingdom of Bahrain and emerged as a market leader. This position has been maintained through consistent investment in next-generation technologies and innovative products and services, including advancements in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and mobile payments, and wholesale connectivity solutions. Our achievements include being the first in the region to pilot the foundation of 5.5G, launching the world’s first structured Web3 Launchpad program, and driving blockchain innovation in the Middle East and beyond. This aligns with Bahrain’s Economic vision 2030, with ICT as a key driver of sustainable economic growth.
About Conflux Network
Conflux Network is a permissionless Layer 1 blockchain that connects decentralized economies across borders and protocols. It utilizes a hybrid PoW/PoS consensus mechanism to ensure a rapid, secure, and scalable blockchain environment. With Conflux, congestion is eliminated, fees remain low, and network security is enhanced.
As the leading regulatory-compliant public blockchain in China, Conflux offers a distinct advantage for projects seeking to enter the Asian market. The platform collaborates with renowned global brands and government entities in the region, driving blockchain and metaverse initiatives. Notable partnerships include the city of Shanghai, China Telecom, Little Red Book (China’s “Instagram”), McDonald’s China, and Oreo.
