Author: Akin Naphtal

Microsoft-owned GitHub has launched a chat and voice feature for its coding app Copilot, which uses OpenAI’s language-generation tools to provide assistance to software developers. The new version, Copilot X, allows developers to ask how to accomplish certain coding tasks and receive explanations, testing ideas and bug fixes in a chat window. The update also includes OpenAI’s latest language model, GPT 4, for increased accuracy rates. The app is optimised for speed, enabling developers to maintain their workflow while using the code-completion features. The update is available to developers on a waitlist for preview. READ ALSO:Binance Hosts Virtual Super Meet-Up…

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, hosted its first-ever virtual super meet-up in the MENA region with the participation of its Global CEO, Changpeng Zhao. During the session, Binance revealed the most loved features in the Middle East, including earn, savings and spot, which allow users to trade and save crypto. Binance also introduced new innovations and features to the ecosystem, with hundreds of small tweaks and introductions of new features launched in the first quarter of the year. Binance is always working on introducing new features to its ecosystem. READ ALSO:LandVault secures strategic funding round from…

LandVault, the largest metaverse construction company, has announced its strategic funding round with several web3 firms, including The Sandbox, a leading metaverse platform backed by Animoca Brands and Softbank, the Gemini Frontier Fund, HodlCo and Kingsway Capital, a $3B hedge fund and a large shareholder in Animoca Brands. This comes after LandVault raised a total of $37m, the last round being a $25m Series B in November 2021 at the time when the company was focused on in-game advertising. Since then, LandVault has pivoted into building metaverse infrastructures and has completed over 100 million square feet in building experiences for…

Saudi Aramco has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Samsung Electronics to localise industrial 5G technology in Saudi Arabia. The proposed collaboration will contribute to the digital transformation of various industrial sectors in the Kingdom, such as energy, petrochemicals and manufacturing. Aramco plans to leverage advanced 4G and 5G technologies that can provide secure, fast and reliable communications to satisfy business-critical requirements of industries. READ ALSO:Tap Payments and PayPal partner to expand global reach for MENA businesses Snap Inc Launches AR Enterprise Services to Sell Augmented Reality Technology to Businesses Software AG partners with Saudi Business Machines to boost…

Tap Payments, the leading fintech company in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, announced that it has signed a partnership with PayPal, a global leader in the payment industry, to offer PayPal onboarding, operations and payouts for businesses. This offers MENA businesses the convenience of a single partner for all of their payment requirements, simplifies the payment process, streamlines operations and highlights Tap’s unwavering commitment to facilitating seamless payment experiences for its business partners. Mark Mwongela, PayPal Director for Middle East and Africa said, “We are excited to partner with Tap Payments to bring PayPal’s trusted and secure…

Snap Inc, the parent company of Snapchat, has launched a new division called AR Enterprise Services (ARES) to sell its augmented reality (AR) technology to businesses. ARES will provide AR tools to companies to build features for their websites and apps. The launch of ARES marks the first time Snap will sell to business customers its AR technology. Snapchat’s AR technology can enhance photos and videos of the real world with computerized images. Over 250 million people engage with AR every day on Snapchat. ARES’ first product, called Shopping Suite, will provide tools for companies to build features that allow…

Saudi Business Machines Ltd. (SBM), the primary marketing and service representative of IBM World Trade Corporation in Saudi Arabia, has been granted “Premier Partner” status by global technology company Software AG. The move is intended to promote the digital transformation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as part of the country’s Vision 2030 programme. SBM is the Kingdom’s leading provider of enterprise information technology and telecommunications solutions and is focused on implementing digital solutions across the country. Software AG’s PartnerConnect programme offers its partners the tools to achieve successful outcomes that are in line with the needs of their customers.…

Facebook CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, announced the launch of a new WhatsApp desktop app for Windows on his Facebook handle. The new app will enable users to make end-to-end encrypted video calls with up to eight people and audio calls with up to 32 people. This new development aims to enhance the user experience by allowing seamless communication with loved ones, friends and business associates. READ ALSO:Liquid Intelligent Technologies Acquires Cysiv MEA to Expand Cloud and Cybersecurity Services in Egypt and MENA Region Omantel partners with Wingu Group’s Djibouti Data Centre to expand into African market du showcases cybersecurity technologies and…

Telecommunications giants, MTN Nigeria Communications Plc and Pan-Atlantic University have announced a call for applications for the Media Innovation Programme (MIP). This is the second edition of the programme, launched in 2022, to support media practitioners and promote understanding of the rapidly changing media landscape. The six-month, fully funded certificate fellowship includes a study visit to the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa and an innovation hub to incubate ideas. It is open to media practitioners across print, electronic, online platforms and social media content creators. Commenting on the impact of the Media Innovation Programme, MTN Nigeria CEO Karl Toriola said,…

The Digital Economy Magazine, has named Mr. Eliud Owalo, CS Ministry of Information, Communication and the Digital Economy Kenya as the Digital Economy Personality of the week for Kenya (March.19th-25th).Mr. Eliud Owalo worked as an Economist, Management Consultant and Strategy Expert between 2001 – 2022. Until his appointment as CS, he was a practicing Managing Consultant at Eliud & Associates (E&A) Management Consultants, an International Management Consultancy and Training firm. He holds a BA Degree in Economics and Business Studies from Kenyatta University, an MBA Degree in Human Resource Management from the University of Nairobi and is currently a Doctor…