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Freedom Telecom International and e& Sign MoU to Explore Global Telco–Fintech Collaboration

January 8, 2026
2 min read
Author: Joyce Onyeagoro

The MoU establishes a high-level framework for cooperation, enabling both organizations to leverage their respective strengths in fintech, digital financial services, and telecom innovation.

Freedom Telecom International (FTI ), a subsidiary of Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC ), and e&,  a leading global technology group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore strategic collaboration opportunities at the intersection of telecommunications and financial technology across international markets.

The MoU establishes a high-level framework for cooperation, enabling both organizations to leverage their respective strengths in fintech, digital financial services, and telecom innovation. Through this collaboration, FTI and e& intend to assess opportunities to introduce new digital value propositions, explore advisory capabilities, and examine areas where jointly developed fintech–telco initiatives may create meaningful impact in future partner markets.

Although preliminary by design, the agreement represents a meaningful step toward a broader strategic collaboration. In the spirit of this partnership, both parties will continue exploring ways to deepen their cooperation and unlock joint opportunities across relevant markets.

“Telecommunications development is a core pillar of our long-term strategy. Partnering with such a major global player as e& opens new horizons for Freedom Telecom International’s global growth. The combined strengths of a global telecom ecosystem and a high-growth fintech platform enable us to scale innovation across key markets. We firmly believe that this synergy will create strong competitive advantages and accelerate the implementation of joint initiatives worldwide.”

-Timur Turlov, Founder & CEO, Freedom Holding Corp 

“We see strong potential to work with trusted partners who help us bring more value to customers. This collaboration with FTI builds on our experience serving more than 250 million overall subscribers, including more than 16 million fintech customers across international markets. Together we aim to expand reliable financial services into new markets and develop offerings that meet real customer needs.”

-Jasim Abdalla, Head, Partner Networks, e& international 

“This MoU marks an important milestone in our relationship with e&. Together, we are exploring how the combined strengths of a global technology group and a high-growth financial technology ecosystem can open new avenues for innovation across diverse markets. Today’s signing is the first step toward building long-term, scalable value for customers and partners worldwide.”

-Johannes Hummer, CEO, Freedom Telecom International 

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