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Calling all Digital Disruptors! The Digital Economy magazine is thrilled to announce the Top 3 Digital Economy Personalities of the Week! These are the forward-thinking leaders who are shaping the future. They’ve shown incredible vision and have made a real difference in the digital world. Join us as we celebrate their achievements and explore the groundbreaking ideas that earned them this recognition. Get ready to be inspired by the cutting-edge initiatives transforming the digital landscape! Here are the Top Three (3) Personality of the Week: Founder and Managing Director of Adrian Kenya, Benard W. Njoroge, emerges Digital Economy Personality of…

Flutterwave, a top payment company in Africa, has obtained a provisional payment aggregator licence in Mozambique. Upon final approval, this will enable global enterprises and merchants to extend their operations to Mozambique, accept payments, and connect with Mozambican customers, thereby expanding their market presence. Olugbenga GB Agboola, Founder and CEO of Flutterwave says: “We are grateful to the Central Bank of Mozambique for this approval. It comes at the right moment when Mozambique’s digital payment ecosystem is experiencing tremendous growth. As individuals’ and businesses’ payment needs evolve across the country, we are ready to leverage our technology, extensive industry experience,…

Jumia Egypt, Egypt’s leading e-commerce platform, recently announced an expansion of its strategic partnership with Contact CrediTech, the digital consumer finance arm of Contact Financial Holding. The collaboration aims to provide enhanced services and financial solutions to customers of both companies. This expanded partnership builds upon a successful collaboration initiated in January 2023, which focused on diversifying payment methods for Jumia customers and facilitating the online purchasing process. As part of Jumia’s 12th-anniversary celebrations in Egypt, customers will be able to finance their purchases through Contact from May 27th to June 9th, without incurring administrative fees, interest, or down payments…

Global browser innovator, Opera, has announced a privacy enhancement to Opera Mini with the introduction of Locked Mode, which enables PIN-protected browsing, further boosting privacy protections for users. Locked Mode allows users to set a PIN that is independent of their device’s main lock code. This PIN secures tabs, browsing history, and stored data, giving users greater control over their mobile browsing experience. With Locked Mode, users can share their phones with family and friends while ensuring that their data and browsing history remain private and accessible only to them. A simple switch lets users toggle between regular browsing and…

Orange Middle East & Africa (OMEA) and Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) have partnered to bring AWS Wavelength Zones to Morocco and Senegal to enable public and private organisations leverage AWS Wavelength infrastructure and services, and benefit from AWS security, scalability, and reliability. With the introduction of AWS Wavelength Zones in Morocco and Senegal, customers can build applications using AWS services installed within Orange’s network. This setup will allow for secure local data processing and storage, delivering low-latency user experiences. These Wavelength Zones are the first in North and West Africa to be accessible through both wireless and wireline (internet)…

American Express and leading pan-African financial services group, Ecobank Group, have announced an agreement to expand American Express Card acceptance across 21 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. This landmark agreement will enable American Express Card Members to use their cards in twelve new countries, namely Burundi, Central African Republic, Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Malawi, Mali, Niger, São Tomé and Príncipe, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, and Togo. Additionally, the number of merchants accepting American Express Card payments will increase in nine countries where American Express is already accepted, namely Cape Verde, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Ghana, Nigeria, the Republic of…

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👩‍💻 TRENDING NOW: Women Leading the Charge in Technology! Today, we celebrate the remarkable women making waves in the tech industry, driving innovation, and breaking barriers. Here’s a look at some incredible achievements and the impact of women in tech! 🌟🚀 🌐 Highlights of Women Making History in Tech: 🌟 Inspirational Figures in Tech: 🌐 Why Women in Tech Matter: 🎉 Join the Celebration: Who are the women in tech that inspire you? Share their stories and let’s celebrate their achievements together! 💬digitaleconomymag.com 📢 Stay Inspired: Follow us for more stories, updates, and insights on the incredible women shaping the…

In an age where cyber threats are ever-evolving, it’s crucial to stay one step ahead. Here are some fresh and effective cyber security tips to protect your digital life Beware of Deep fake Scams:Deepfakes are becoming increasingly convincing and are being used for fraudulent activities. Always verify video and audio sources, especially if they involve financial transactions or sensitive information Zero-Trust Security:Adopt a zero-trust mindset. Trust no one by default, whether it’s a new device or a colleague’s email. Verify all access requests and limit permissions to essential functions only. Protect Your Smart Home:With more smart devices in homes, ensure…

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