Ooredoo and DE-CIX have launched Doha IX, Qatar’s first standalone commercial Internet Exchange (IX). This partnership enhances the country’s digital infrastructure by providing a secure, carrier-neutral interconnection platform designed to improve network performance, reduce costs, and support remote peering services.
Built on DE-CIX’s interconnection technology and Ooredoo’s advanced data centers, Doha IX enables businesses and network operators to exchange traffic with lower latency and more efficient routing. The exchange offers direct, cost-effective access to global and regional content providers, significantly reducing traditional IP transit expenses. The initiative aligns with Qatar’s National Vision 2030 by fostering innovation and positioning the country as a key player in regional digital connectivity.
Doha IX will operate under DE-CIX’s “DE-CIX as a Service” (DaaS) model and marks DE-CIX’s sixth IX in the Middle East. The platform supports international networks looking to expand into the region while enhancing the overall performance and reliability of Internet services in Qatar.
• Ooredoo and DE-CIX launch Doha IX, Qatar’s first standalone commercial IX.
• The exchange provides carrier-neutral, low-latency interconnection services.
• Businesses gain direct access to global and regional content providers.
• Doha IX reduces IP transit costs and optimizes network performance.
• The initiative supports Qatar’s National Vision 2030 and digital transformation goals.
“Doha IX represents a significant step in upgrading Qatar’s digital infrastructure,” said Thani Ali Al Malki, Chief Business Officer at Ooredoo Qatar. “It delivers faster, more reliable connectivity while reducing operational costs for businesses and driving innovation across industries.”
