Author: Akin Naphtal

Sharjah Police Commander-in-Chief, Major General Saif Al-Zari Al Shamsi, received a delegation from Etisalat Services Holding (ESH) and its subsidiaries, headed by CEO Muammar Al-Rukhimi, at the Sharjah Police Headquarters. The visit aimed to introduce Sharjah Police to the latest practices and applications in optimal investment in information and communication technology solutions and enablers and digital technologies. The delegation also highlighted the importance of the communications and information technology industry in enhancing security readiness to achieve the strategic goals of the Ministry of Interior for 2023-2026. READ ALSO:(ISC)² partners with UAE Cyber Security Council to boost cybersecurity workforce Kenya Launches…

(ISC)² has announced a partnership with the UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) to collaborate on enhancing the cybersecurity workforce in the UAE. The two organizations will provide training and professional development programs to create a safer and more secure cyber environment in the country. Dr Mohamed Al-Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security, UAE Government, stated that the partnership is part of the UAE’s initiative to be a global leader in cybersecurity, which includes establishing a cybersecurity ecosystem to create a safe and resilient cyber infrastructure. READ ALSO:Kenya Launches Digital Platform to Connect Innovators, Startups, and Investors in the Lake Region South…

The Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA) has launched the Kenya Innovation Bridge (KIB), a digital platform that aims to link and connect startups, innovators, researchers, tech hubs, partners and investors in the Lake region. The platform was developed by Strathmore University and funded by the UK government through the Foreign Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO). The KIB will make it easier for innovators from Western Kenya to network and scale up their innovations. The KIB platform will provide startups and businesses with the opportunity to access mentorship, capacity building and training. KeNIA CEO, Dr. Tonny Omwansa, said that the linkages in…

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has recently unveiled PayShap, a new payment platform aimed at offering faster, safer and more convenient payment options for South Africans. The platform is the result of a collaborative effort by the banking community, the Payments Association of South Africa and BankservAfrica and is part of the SARB’s Rapid Payments Program. The launch of PayShap is in line with the SARB’s Vision 2025 strategy to modernize the national payment system framework. READ ALSO:Veolia’s RECAPP releases new version of its recycling app, offering users interactive and rewarding features for sustainability efforts AWS Launches Fintech Africa…

Veolia, a benchmark company for ecological transformation, has released an updated version of its digital recycling solution, RECAPP, aimed at both individuals and businesses. The new version of the mobile application has a range of features, including the ability for users to track and measure the positive impact of their recycling efforts on the environment. This is done by providing an interactive display of how much waste has been recycled over time and comparing it with the amount of CO2 reduced. RECAPP 2.0 has also introduced additional categories to its reward marketplace feature, which offers redeemable points for recycled items.…

Amazon Web Services (AWS), the cloud computing division of Amazon, is expanding its presence in Africa by inviting early-stage fintech and fintech-adjacent startups to apply for their inaugural AWS FinTech Africa Accelerator program. The accelerator program will be hosted by AWS’ Startup Loft Accelerator and will exclusively focus on fintech startups operating in Africa. This comes after fintech startups in Africa raised over $2 billion USD in venture funding in 2022, making Africa’s fintech industry the top recipient of venture funding on the continent for several years. AWS has been operating in Africa since 2004 when it opened its first…

Dubai’s Crown Prince, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has announced the launch of a new platform called “04” that aims to strengthen collaboration between the government and its customers to enhance the quality of government services. The platform will allow customers to provide feedback, suggestions and complaints in just three simple steps via an omnichannel experience. The Crown Prince said that being proactive is the key to the government of the future and that to become a proactive government, they must actively listen to the people and make informed decisions based on their input. He added that…

Digital Industries (DI) has recently partnered with AVEVA Select to offer their customers in East and West Africa access to AVEVA’s complete portfolio of industrial software solutions. This partnership aims to help African businesses improve operational efficiency, drive better returns and increase sustainability. AVEVA Select partners are given the ability to offer their customers simplified designs, optimized production and improved performance. Through this partnership, DI will expand their ecosystem of customers and partners, aiming to adopt technologies that enable digital transformation. READ ALSO:ANB Capital to launch Nextgen Trading Platform in partnership with Direct Financial Network Company CBUAE Implements Central Bank…

ANB Capital has partnered with Direct Financial Network Company (DirectFN) to launch the Nextgen Trading Platform (NTP), a press release announced. The platform is intended to improve ANB Capital’s trading offerings and provide both institutional and retail customers with a high-speed order management system. ANB Capital CEO Khalid Al Ghamdi expressed his desire to be a leader in Saudi Arabia’s brokerage sector, stating that the NTP launch was part of the company’s efforts to enhance the client experience. He added that it was a step towards staying at the forefront of technology advancements in the industry. READ ALSO:CBUAE Implements Central…

The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has partnered with G42 Cloud and R3 to implement its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Strategy. The CBUAE has engaged G42 Cloud as its infrastructure provider and R3 as its technology provider for the CBDC implementation. The CBDC is a risk-free form of digital money issued and guaranteed by the central bank, serving as a secure, cost-effective and efficient form of payment and a store of value. The CBUAE has successfully conducted several CBDC initiatives, including the “Aber” project with the Saudi Central Bank in 2020 and the “mBridge” project with…