Dubai, UAE, April 29, 2009 – OneCard, Middle East’s leading multi-function e-payment gateway service provider has announced its sponsorship of the 2nd Dubai World Game Expo to be staged at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre from 27-29 October, 2009.

OneCard’s presence at the Dubai World Game Expo again reflects its commitment to provide the Middle East consumers a dedicated platform catering specifically to its culture and society.

“We feel this is a great opportunity to become further involved in the region’s only game event and be a key player in supporting online game developers and our customers.  In addition, our involvement as the official payment sponsor has given OneCard the opportunity to once again demonstrate the extent of our capacities,” said Muhannad Ebwini, OneCard’s General Manager.

In the next three years, the forecasted growth of  Massive Multiplayer Online companies (MMO) actively publishing and promoting MMO games is estimated in an average of USD 5 million. Driving on its strength in online games OneCard is continuously leading  the industry and keeping their reputation as the most sought after payment partner by online game companies in the Gulf.

Initially launched April 2004, the pre-paid online payment card can be purchased in over 4,500 retail outlets in Saudi Arabia and is also available in  Kuwait, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Egypt and Oman. OneCard’s wide array of services includes Mobile Charge Cards, Online Games, DSL Cards, Website Services, Mobile applications, site downloads and movies.

“As organizers of the Dubai World Game Expo, it is our privilege to partner with OneCard as we pursue the goals of becoming one of the institutional events in the growth of the game industry in this region.” stated Eng. Anas Al Madani, Vice President Index Holding.

OneCard is the first multi function prepaid online payment service in the Arab World. Awarded the 2006 Digital Excellence Award by the Ministry of ICT in Saudi Arabia. It allows user to access the most comprehensive portfolio of internet connectivity (ADSL),communication services, mobile services, premium subscriptions and paid content from the web.more.

OneCard has been developed and supported by National Technology Group (NTG), the Middle East's largest ICT company with its businesses spanning the MENA region, South East Asia, South Asia and the USA. OneCard domain has further expanded its coverage of the MENA region this year, strengthening its presence in Egypt, GCC, the Levant, Iran and North Africa by becoming an authorised reseller for all local prepaid services and eGovernment facilities, while introducing international online services in each country.

Dubbed as the biggest and the only event dedicated to games in the Middle East the 2nd Dubai World Game Expo will again highlight interactive platforms for all participants to enjoy the fusion of cutting-edge games, interactive entertainment, edutainment, infotainment, and business opportunities.

The DWGE 2009 is under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Majid Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority and partners with the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Community Development – Emirates Science Club, Dubai Convention Bureau, Arabian Anti Piracy Alliance, Dubai Shopping Festival, German Industry and Commerce Office (AHK), China Digital Entertainment Expo & Conference (ChinaJoy), China Game Developers Conference, Italian Video Developers Conference, Taipei Game Show, and Taipei Digital.

Dubai World Game Summit, World Game Championship special events, presentations, and seminars will also be held during the show and every visitor will be absolutely exhilarated to experience in Dubai. The show will uniquely be held in conjunction with the Dubai International Character & Licensing Fair “Character Dubai” and the both game and character show will uniquely attract trade visitors and public. Expand your business in MENA region.