Muscat, Oman

Committed to providing customers with a safe and secure platform to process card payments, Ooredoo proudly announced its compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) version 4.0 (v4.0) for IT applications interface to end user for card payments.

“The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards globally govern all organisations that store, process or transmit cardholder data, be it over the phone or online. These standards safeguard payment systems from phishing and other data breach events. Achieving this compliance underscores Ooredoo’s commitment to maintaining and protecting security” said Dr. Ahmed Al Abri, Chief Technology and Information Officer at Ooredoo.

The PCI DSS v4.0 is developed by the PCI Security Standards Council, formed by American Express, Discover Financial Services, JCB International, MasterCard, and Visa Inc. Complying with PCI DSS v4.0 requirements highlights Ooredoo Oman’s continuous dedication to implementing robust security systems and measures as the telco prioritizes customer data protection and the ultimate in customer experience.

For more information about Ooredoo’s products and services, please visit www.ooredoo.om.