Abu Dhabi, UAE: e& UAE, the flagship telecom arm of e&, has secured three prestigious CAMARA certifications, as part of the GSMA Open Gateway initiative, reaffirming its leadership in API innovation, interoperability, and monetisation. This groundbreaking achievement highlights e& UAE’s commitment to digital transformation and delivering exceptional solutions for its customers and partners.

APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) allow different software systems to communicate with each other. The CAMARA project, under GSMA’s Open Gateway initiative, develops standardised telecom APIs that let developers and partners securely access network features such as authentication, billing, and device status.

CAMARA Certifications Achieved

  • SIM Swap API: Enables secure, seamless customer authentication and reliable service management.
  • Carrier Billing API: A region-first deployment, offering frictionless and innovative payment solutions.
  • Device Status API: Recently re‑certified, this API delivers real‑time device insights to drive operational efficiency.

These certifications underline e& UAE’s role in advancing standardised GSMA CAMARA APIs — part of the GSMA Open Gateway ecosystem which fosters interoperability and developer-ready network services. Through this initiative, operators worldwide can securely expose network capabilities via robust, standardised APIs.

According to GSMA’s Open Gateway portal, e& UAE stands alone in the region with three CAMARA credentials—outpacing other MENA operators and setting a new benchmark for API-driven innovation.

Accelerating API Monetisation and Innovation

These certifications are testament to e& UAE’s strategic vision for API monetisation. By embracing CAMARA APIs, the operator is empowering partners with secure, scalable solutions that elevate customer experiences while unlocking new revenue streams.

Marwan Bin Shakar, Acting Chief Technology & Information Officer (CTIO), e& UAE,  said: “Securing three GSMA CAMARA certifications is more than a milestone; it affirms our vision to become the region’s leading digital marketplace. By enhancing our network through standardised APIs, we are enabling partners to innovate faster, integrate seamlessly, and deliver new services that enrich consumer lifestyles and transform business verticals. Together with initiatives such as Technovate and our AI-First programme, this achievement underlines our commitment to shaping an ecosystem where innovation, interoperability and monetisation go hand in hand.”

Jawad Abbassi, Head of MENA at GSMA, said: “We congratulate e& UAE on securing three GSMA CAMARA certifications. This achievement showcases their leadership in adopting our Open Gateway standards and underscores their commitment to interoperability, innovation, and the developer ecosystem. Operators like e& UAE are helping shape the future of the API-driven telecom industry.”

Looking ahead, e& UAE will deepen its collaboration with GSMA, TM Forum, and global partners to expand its API catalogue and continue pushing the boundaries of telecom innovation.

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About e& UAE

e& UAE embodies the telecom arm of e& in the UAE, with a mission to maximise stakeholder value, deliver an unparalleled customer experience and optimise business performance for sustainable growth and success.

Leveraging the latest world-class technologies, e& UAE will grow core and digital services, enriching consumer value propositions with digital services catering to new consumer lifestyles and emerging demands beyond core telecom services, including health, insurance and gaming.

e& UAE will continue to act as a trusted partner to enterprises in meeting their connectivity needs and beyond.

Bolstering its leadership position as a digital telco that champions customers in a hyper-connected digital world, e& UAE will pivot the new sustainable demand into future spaces such as private networks, autonomous vehicles, and AI.

About GSMA & the CAMARA Project
The GSMA’s Open Gateway initiative, in partnership with CAMARA under the Linux Foundation, defines, develops, and certifies standardised APIs that unlock telecom network features—such as authentication, billing, device status, geolocation, and more—for easy integration into developer applications. Those certifications ensure interoperability, security, and efficiency across global telecom ecosystems.

 About e&

e& is a global technology group committed to advancing the digital future across markets in the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe. With the group's financial performance in 2024 showing a consolidated revenue of AED 59.2 billion and a net profit of AED 10.8 billion, e& continues to maintain its position as a financial powerhouse, reflected by its strong credit rating and solid balance sheet. 

Founded in Abu Dhabi over 48 years ago, e& has evolved from a telecom pioneer into a technology group. Its footprint now spans 38 countries, offering a comprehensive portfolio of innovative digital services ranging from advanced connectivity, entertainment, streaming and financial services to AI-powered solutions, cloud computing, ICT, cybersecurity and IoT platforms. 

The Group is structured around five core business pillars: e& UAE, e& international, e& life, e& enterprise and e& capital, each catering to distinct customer and market needs. These pillars empower e& to lead in various sectors, from telecom and digital lifestyle to enterprise services and venture investments. The ongoing strategic investments in AI, IoT, 5G and cloud services reinforce its leadership in the global technology landscape, driving the future of smart connectivity and innovation. 

Driven by innovation, sustainability and a commitment to digital empowerment, e& is set on creating a smarter, more connected future for individuals, businesses and communities. 

To learn more about e&, visit eand.com.