Author: Akin Naphtal

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced the introduction of the Kenya Quick Response Code Standard 2023 (KE-QR), a new standard that will guide the issuance and use of Quick Response (QR) codes for digital payments by Payment Service Providers and banks regulated by the CBK. The KE-QR is based on the Ghana Universal GHQR and is aimed at promoting financial inclusion and improving digital payment processes. The Ghana Universal GHQR was lauded at the Mobile World Congress Africa in Rwanda for attaining maturity in access to financial inclusion. Kenya, represented by CBK, admitted to facing challenges in rolling…

Banque Misr has announced a cooperation protocol with MaxAB, a B2B e-commerce platform, to offer financial and non-financial solutions to micro and small-sized enterprises (MSEs), according to a press release on May 3rd. Through this service, MaxAB’s retailers will be able to receive electronic payments from all e-wallets using the “QR code/Request to pay” service, while also providing financing solutions to MSEs. READ ALSO:Central Bank of Egypt partners with MasterCard to implement payment card coding services Salesforce integrates OpenAI’s GPT model with Slack for conversational AI experiences WebEngage partners with IKEA Saudi Arabia & Bahrain to enhance customer engagement with…

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), the Egyptian Banks Company (EBC) and Mastercard are collaborating to implement the new rules governing payment card coding services recently issued by CBE. Tokenization technology replaces private customer data such as the payment card account number with a token that securely completes transactions through point-of-sale, in-app or online purchases, without needing physical payment cards. READ ALSO:Salesforce integrates OpenAI’s GPT model with Slack for conversational AI experiences WebEngage partners with IKEA Saudi Arabia & Bahrain to enhance customer engagement with data-driven strategy US microchip export controls have minimal effect on China’s tech sector CBE is…

Salesforce has integrated OpenAI’s Generative Pre-trained Transformer (GPT) model with its enterprise messaging platform Slack, providing conversational AI experiences for its users. This integration aims to assist sales, services, IT and marketing professionals in generating faster information summaries and communicating more effectively with customers and colleagues. SlackGPT’s sales team can automatically generate account channel summaries, while service teams can address customer inquiries more quickly. Similarly, IT/dev teams can use SlackGPT to scan channel activities for incident management, while marketers can utilize it to auto-generate copy and images for blogs, email campaigns and social media posts. READ ALSO:WebEngage partners with IKEA…

Chennai-based technology firm Zoho Corporation has launched a privacy-focused web browser called Ulaa. The browser is designed to protect personal data by blocking tracking and website surveillance, with features including built-in user profile modes and privacy customization. Users can also sync their browsing sessions between devices, including individual tabs and browser windows, for a seamless browsing experience. READ ALSO:Serie A Launches Global Snapchat Account for Enhanced Fan Engagement Oracle to expand e&’s cloud footprint with OCI Dedicated Region and Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM Dubai Culture launches revamped digital portal for Dubai Public Library Zoho CEO and co-founder Sridhar Vembu said…

Oracle has signed an agreement with e&, a leading technology and investment group, to expand its cloud footprint to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Dedicated Region. As part of a multi-year cloud transformation programme, e& plans to modernize, manage and automate its critical OSS and BSS applications using OCI Dedicated Region, which will enable the use of Oracle’s public cloud services, benefits and applications in e&’s data center. e& also plans to migrate its global HR functions to Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Capital Management (HCM), which will simplify HR processes, improve employee experience and provide enhanced workforce insights. READ ALSO:Dubai Culture…

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority has launched a revamped digital portal for its Dubai Public Library on its website. The portal has been designed to offer a better experience for library members, visitors and people with disabilities by providing them with a broad range of knowledge resources. This initiative is part of Dubai Culture’s digital transformation process, aligning with the vision of Dubai’s ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, to establish the city as a global model for smart cities. READ ALSO:Apna joins forces with MongoDB to reduce downtime and enhance the user experience Kenya Introduces New QR Code…

Lega Serie A has added a new social media channel to its digital offerings with the launch of its official “Serie A” global Snapchat account. The account will initially be presented in English and Arabic, with the aim of reaching a wider global and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) audience. Influencer partnerships will also be targeted towards the most popular geographies for the platform. Lega Serie A will be collaborating with Snapchat to produce unique content and creation tools, such as augmented reality, filters and avatars, to engage with fans and offer exclusive features, especially for younger generations. READ…

WebEngage, a leading retention operating system, has partnered with IKEA Saudi Arabia & Bahrain, a subsidiary of Alsulaiman Group, to enhance customer engagement. IKEA aims to provide a unique, sustainable, affordable and customized furnishing experience to its customers and will use WebEngage’s retention stack to streamline its data-driven customer engagement strategy. The partnership is expected to allow IKEA to create exceptional customer experiences and strengthen its relationship with customers through the power of hyper-personalization and omnichannel engagement. READ ALSO:US microchip export controls have minimal effect on China’s tech sector SolarWinds partners with Infosys to accelerate transition to SaaS provider Ooredoo…

Last year, the US imposed export controls on microchips to prevent China from developing supercomputers for use in developing nuclear weapons and AI systems like ChatGPT. However, these restrictions have had minimal effects on China’s tech sector. The rules limited shipments of Nvidia Corp and Advanced Micro Devices Inc chips, which are the industry standard for developing chatbots and other AI systems. READ ALSO:SolarWinds partners with Infosys to accelerate transition to SaaS provider Ooredoo introduces Aamali Push-to-Talk for businesses in Qatar Kaspersky Launches Updated Safe Kids App with New Features and Design to Enhance Child Safety Online Nvidia has created…