Author: Akin Naphtal

Vodafone Group has announced plans to build a state-of-the-art logistics hub in Luxembourg to streamline the distribution of mobile and fixed network equipment across its European markets. The agreement was signed by Vodafone Group’s Chief Financial Officer, Luka Mucic, and Luxembourg’s Minister of the Economy, SME, Energy, and Tourism, Lex Delles. The 26,000 square meter facility, to be developed by MG Real Estate in Bettembourg Logistic Park, will enable faster and more efficient movement of essential equipment such as antennas and routers. Vodafone estimates that 88% of its European warehouses will be reachable from the new hub within 24 hours.…

The Africa Digital Economy Awards continues to be the premier platform for celebrating excellence and innovation in digitization, recognizing individuals and organizations at the forefront of Africa’s digital transformation for nearly a decade. This year’s ADEA demonstrated the rapid advancements and immense talent driving Africa’s digital economy, continuing to spotlight individuals and organizations paving the way for the continent’s technological growth. The 9th edition of the Africa Digital Economy Awards (ADEA), often hailed as the ‘Oscars’ of Africa’s ICT industry, was held at the prestigious Emara Ole Sereni Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya. The event celebrated the achievements of visionary leaders…

Oracle has unveiled a new AI-powered feature in Oracle Argus that automatically translates free-text safety case information into 30 languages, aiming to reduce the need for costly and time-consuming manual translations. This enhancement is designed to help pharmacovigilance teams meet regulatory reporting requirements more efficiently. Powered by Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Language, which utilizes machine learning and customizable models, the feature enables quick and large-scale translation of safety case data. It also includes advanced text analysis, allowing the system to identify industry-specific terms such as drug names and symptoms. Seema Verma, Oracle’s Executive Vice President and General Manager of Health…

Mastercard is rolling out new offerings for its Canadian small business cardholders, enhancing its suite of tools and solutions through partnerships with leading brands such as Slack, Asana, FlexiRoam, and H&R Block. The development reiterated Mastercard’s commitment to supporting small businesses by providing innovative resources designed to help them grow. “At Mastercard, we’re continuing our long-standing support for small businesses with new resources to help entrepreneurs tackle real-world challenges with confidence,” said Nishant Raina, Vice President of Small & Medium-Sized Enterprises at Mastercard Canada. “With this expansion, we’re giving Small Business cardholders even more opportunities to scale efficiently at every…

Sky Broadband has become the UK’s only major provider offering a 24/7 switching support service, ensuring customers can speak with a real person at any time when moving to its network. The new service allows customers to receive support day or night, whether they’re dealing with scheduling conflicts or simply seeking assistance with their broadband switch. Under the new One Touch Switch process, switching broadband providers has become more streamlined. Customers need only inform Sky Broadband of their intention to switch, and the entire process will be handled by the provider, eliminating the need to contact their current provider. Sky…

Verizon Communications has named Santiago “Yago” Tenorio as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Senior Vice President of Strategy and Technology Enablement. Tenorio, who brings over 25 years of experience in the wireless industry, will lead Verizon’s next wave of technology innovation. He will report directly to Joe Russo, Executive Vice President and President of Global Network and Technology. “As we continue advancing our 5G and 5G-advanced network builds, now is the time to focus on the future technologies Verizon will enable,” said Russo. “As we enter the next chapter, our priority is positioning Verizon for success by maintaining…

Huawei has announced that Ms. Sabrina Meng will take over as Rotating and Acting Chair of the company from October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. This leadership change follows Huawei’s Rotating Chair system. During her term, Ms. Meng will serve as the head of the Board of Directors and its Executive Committee. Ms. Meng, who currently holds the positions of Deputy Chairwoman, CFO, and Rotating Chairwoman at Huawei, has been a key figure in the company’s growth and transformation since she joined in 1993. Throughout her tenure, Ms. Meng has played a pivotal role in shaping Huawei’s financial structure…

Verizon Communications and Vertical Bridge have announced a $3.3 billion agreement in which Vertical Bridge will acquire the exclusive rights to lease, operate, and manage 6,339 wireless communication towers across the U.S. from Verizon subsidiaries. The transaction, structured as a prepaid lease, will see Verizon receive approximately $2.8 billion upfront in cash. As part of the agreement, Verizon will lease back capacity on the towers for an initial 10-year period, serving as the anchor tenant, with options to extend the lease for up to 50 years. The deal also allows Verizon to access additional space on the towers, subject to…

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has unveiled a new online resource, the Observatory on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Work in the Digital Economy. The Observatory aims to become the world’s leading international knowledge hub on AI’s impact on the workplace. The platform will provide evidence, analysis, and expert insights across four key areas: AI’s effects on employment and productivity, algorithmic management, digital labor platforms, and the handling of workers’ data. The initiative comes in response to AI’s growing influence in transforming work environments globally. At the launch event, ILO Director-General Gilbert Houngbo stated, “We recognize that workplaces are being transformed…

The Ministry of Communications and Digitalization (MoCD), through the Data Protection Commission (DPC) in collaboration with UNESCO today, launched the Readiness Assessment Measurement (RAM)-Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Accra. The event aimed to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) could be ethically used in Ghana and the role of AI in shaping the country’s future across various sectors. The Minister for Communications and Digitalization, Mrs. Ursula Owusu-Ekuful ( MP) reflected on the transformational impact AI is expected to have on every aspect of life within the next five years. She shared her thoughts on the parallels between AI development…