Author: Akin Naphtal

Qatar University has entered into a partnership with Microsoft Qatar to improve education through technology. The agreement was signed by Dr. Khaled Al Khater, Vice President for Administrative and Financial Affairs of the University and Lana Khalaf, General Manager of Microsoft Qatar, during a ceremony held at the university. The purpose of the agreement is to enhance the capabilities of students and faculty members by providing them with the necessary tools and skills to leverage advanced technology. The agreement will enable Qatar University to transform digitally by implementing Microsoft’s Education Transformation Agreement framework for higher education. The framework is based…

PhonePe Pvt Ltd, a digital payments company backed by Walmart, has launched an app called Pincode on the Indian government’s Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to bolster its e-commerce business. The ONDC, launched last year, aims to enable small merchants and local stores across India to access processes and technologies typically deployed by larger e-commerce platforms. Pincode, currently available only in Bengaluru on Google Play Store and the App Store, focuses on hyperlocal commerce and includes categories such as groceries, food, pharma, electronics, home decor and fashion. READ ALSO:Republic Crypto Expands to UAE with Partnership with Ghaf Labs to…

Republic Crypto, a global blockchain firm providing end-to-end advisory services to accelerate crypto companies, has extended its services to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to grow its presence in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Republic Crypto obtained a license from the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) in 2022 to offer its full stack of products and services, starting with tech advisory services to the UAE market. READ ALSO:Microsoft Launches Security Copilot, Bringing Next-Generation AI to Cybersecurity Kenya plans to lay 100,000km of national fibre optic cable with 52% contribution from private sector 1oT partners with Workz to…

Microsoft has launched a new AI-powered cybersecurity tool called Microsoft Security Copilot to help security professionals detect and respond to threats quickly. The tool will combine Microsoft’s vast threat intelligence with industry-leading expertise to augment the work of security professionals through an easy-to-use AI assistant. The technology is designed to work seamlessly with security teams, empowering them to see what is happening in their environment and make more informed, efficient decisions at machine speed. READ ALSO:Kenya plans to lay 100,000km of national fibre optic cable with 52% contribution from private sector 1oT partners with Workz to address enterprise eSIM gap…

The Kenyan government plans to lay down 100,000 kilometres of national fibre optic cable to improve internet connectivity in the country. ICT Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo announced that the government will be responsible for 52,000 kilometres of the proposed fibre optic cable, while the private sector will handle the rest. Owalo said that meetings have been held to discuss and agree on who rolls out what component of the fibre and the responsibility centres, timelines and targets. The infrastructure pillar of the country’s digital transformation agenda is behind the project, which was first announced by President William Ruto in 2013.…

IoT connectivity provider, 1oT has joined forces with eSIM producer, Workz, to cater to a gap in the US enterprise market. The partnership will ensure the security and rapid implementation of 1oT’s M2M global connectivity solutions through Workz’s GSMA-certified eSIMs and data generation services. 1oT’s remote SIM provisioning platform, eSIM Core, which was launched last August, aims to simplify and reduce the cost of connecting IoT devices for businesses. Certified by the GSMA in October, the system currently manages over 1.4 million connected devices in 173 countries in various sectors. READ ALSO:Bahrain’s ICT Spending Predicted to Reach $2.23 Billion by…

According to the latest predictions by International Data Corporation (IDC), ICT spending in Bahrain is expected to reach $2.03 billion in 2023 and $2.23 billion by 2026. The forecast also reveals that telecommunications services spending in Bahrain will increase, with IT spending set to grow from $0.87 billion in 2023 to $1 billion in 2026. These findings are in line with Bahrain’s Economic Recovery Plan that aims to make the country a digital hub and contribute towards achieving the Kingdom’s comprehensive economic growth and development. READ ALSO:EazyPay and American Express Middle East partner to expand payment options in Bahrain Alef…

Eazy Financial Services, also known as EazyPay, has announced a partnership agreement with American Express Middle East. This partnership will enable American Express Card Members to use their cards when conducting transactions at thousands of EazyPay Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminals & Online Payment gateways across Bahrain. EazyPay is a leading financial institution in Bahrain, specializing in Point-of-Sale (POS) and online payment gateway acquiring services. READ ALSO:Alef Education showcases EdTech products at BETT 2023, the world’s largest EdTech exhibition Moglix partners with IIT Kanpur to promote innovation in AI and entrepreneurship in India Western Digital hit by cyberattack, with hackers accessing multiple…

Alef Education, a global education technology provider based in the UAE, showcased its products at the British Education Training and Technology show (BETT) from March 29-31. The event, which is the world’s largest EdTech exhibition, brought together policymakers, education professionals and technology providers to explore the latest developments in education technology. During the event, Alef Education exhibited a range of products designed to support students and educators in achieving their goals to advance the digital learning industry. Some of the products that were displayed included Alef Pathways, Arabits and Alef English. READ ALSO:Moglix partners with IIT Kanpur to promote innovation…

Moglix, an e-commerce company, has partnered with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur to promote innovation and entrepreneurship in artificial intelligence (AI). The collaboration involves Moglix and the Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Driven Entrepreneurship – Center of Excellence (AIIDE-CoE) at IIT Kanpur’s Noida campus building a platform for start-ups. The platform will provide startups with access to mentorship, infrastructure, research and development, networking, training and funding opportunities. READ ALSO:Western Digital hit by cyberattack, with hackers accessing multiple systems and stealing data Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry discusses boosting digital services with Etisalat Services Holding TAG.Global Launches Digital Training…