Author: Akin Naphtal

Liquid Dataport, a subsidiary of Cassava Technologies, a pan-African tech company, has formed a partnership with ICOSNET, the sole private ISP provider in Algeria, to offer digital communication services to customers in the country. ICOSNET will now have access to Liquid’s pan-African network to provide their clients with connectivity solutions. Liquid Dataport CEO David Eurin said the partnership would enable the company to offer a one-stop-shop for customers in Algeria to purchase services. Liquid Dataport will offer digital solutions to public and private sector clients and provide access to its extensive fibre network on the continent. READ ALSO:Google to integrate…

GitHub has launched a private vulnerability reporting feature that enables developers and maintainers to report and fix vulnerabilities in public repositories through a private collaboration channel. The public beta of the feature was announced at GitHub Universe 2022, where maintainers were encouraged to provide feedback. READ ALSO:Microsoft developing ‘Athena’ AI chip for training language models SAP Launches GROW with SAP Program in India for Midsize Customers to Adopt Cloud ERP Baringo Governor urges locals to embrace installation of mobile masts in remote areas Private vulnerability reporting offers clear instructions on how to alert users about a vulnerability and contact repository…

Microsoft is reportedly developing its own artificial intelligence (AI) chip called ‘Athena,’ which will be used to train large language models (LLMs) and reduce the company’s reliance on chipmaker Nvidia. The Information reported that Microsoft has been working on the project since 2019. READ ALSO:SAP Launches GROW with SAP Program in India for Midsize Customers to Adopt Cloud ERP Baringo Governor urges locals to embrace installation of mobile masts in remote areas Etisalat revamps business mobile plans with more data and benefits at no extra charge According to the news report, Athena will initially use the TSMC 5nm process, with…

Britain’s cyber chief, Lindy Cameron, has warned that China is aiming for “global technological supremacy” in cyberspace and is using its cyber capabilities to conduct intelligence and surveillance campaigns. Speaking at an annual government cybersecurity conference in Belfast, Cameron said that China’s ambitions went beyond parity with Western countries and that the country was actively seeking to become the predominant power in cyberspace. READ ALSO:Al Moammar Information Systems wins SAR 96.36 million contract for Public Investment Fund project Dubai’s DIFC partners with Mastercard to drive digital transformation in fintech sector Edgio Launches Advanced Bot Management Solution to Mitigate Malicious Bots…

SAP has launched its GROW with SAP programme in India, offering midsize customers the opportunity to adopt cloud enterprise resource planning (ERP). The initiative, which includes offerings such as accelerated adoption services, mentorship and access to free learning resources, is aimed at helping customers go live in just a few weeks. READ ALSO:Baringo Governor urges locals to embrace installation of mobile masts in remote areas Etisalat revamps business mobile plans with more data and benefits at no extra charge Alphabet and Meta Platforms See Advertisers Stick with Them in Uncertain Economy The announcement was made during the SAP Now event.…

Saudi Arabia’s Al Moammar Information Systems Company (MIS) has secured a project contract worth SAR 96.36m from the Public Investment Fund (PIF). The contract requires MIS to supply and integrate audio, visual, digital signage and smart services solutions for PIF. The project will be completed in 13 months from the expected signing date of 16 May 2023. READ ALSO:Dubai’s DIFC partners with Mastercard to drive digital transformation in fintech sector Edgio Launches Advanced Bot Management Solution to Mitigate Malicious Bots and Provide Observability into Good Bots Jordan Source Launches the Source Directory to Promote ICT Investments and Outsourcing Opportunities in…

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Mastercard have signed a collaboration agreement that seeks to drive digital transformation in the financial technology (fintech) sector. Under the partnership, fintech startups and established companies will be granted access to Mastercard’s network and expertise, along with DIFC’s financial ecosystem. The collaboration aims to develop new payment solutions and digital services, as well as improving existing ones. The DIFC Launchpad initiative is one of the objectives of the partnership, which intends to accelerate the growth of the UAE’s financial ecosystem and serve as a business enabler for venture studios. READ ALSO:Edgio Launches Advanced Bot…

Edgio, a platform that provides speed, security and simplicity at the edge, has announced the availability of their new Advanced Bot Management solution. This solution is designed to proactively mitigate various evolving malicious bots while providing observability into good bots. Advanced Bot Manager uses machine learning to detect bots based on both signature and behavioral fingerprinting. The solution runs natively on every server across the entire Edgio global network to inspect all traffic for bots in real-time. READ ALSO:Jordan Source Launches the Source Directory to Promote ICT Investments and Outsourcing Opportunities in the Kingdom Matar Implements AI-driven Performance Cockpit Platform…

Jordan Source, a program under the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, recently announced the launch of The Source Directory during its latest ICT Sector Meeting. The comprehensive resource serves as a one-stop shop for businesses looking to explore opportunities for IT outsourcing, business process outsourcing and gaming-industry investments and partnerships in the Kingdom of Jordan. The interactive digital guide features all of Jordan Source’s partners on one platform, making it easier for companies worldwide to connect with opportunities. READ ALSO:Matar Implements AI-driven Performance Cockpit Platform for Airport Operations and Air Traffic Control STC Group provides King Abdulaziz Endowment in…

Google is reportedly planning to use generative artificial intelligence (AI) in its advertising operations, according to an internal presentation cited by the Financial Times. The technology will allow the company to produce more advanced campaigns using materials created by human marketers. Google already uses AI to generate prompts that encourage users to make purchases, but the addition of generative AI will enable the company to create more innovative advertising content. READ ALSO:GitHub Launches Private Vulnerability Reporting for Developers and Maintainers Microsoft developing ‘Athena’ AI chip for training language models SAP Launches GROW with SAP Program in India for Midsize Customers…