
Visa Launches “Tap-to-Add Card” in Egypt to Enhance Secure and Seamless Digital Payment Experiences
Malak El Baba: “We are committed to supporting Egypt’s digital payment ecosystem and ensuring customer data protection, in line with…
Malak El Baba: “We are committed to supporting Egypt’s digital payment ecosystem and ensuring customer data protection, in line with…
Zong 4G has won five awards in Opensignal’s Pakistan Mobile Network Experience Report, excelling in categories like Reliability Experience, Download Speed, and Games Experience. With its leadership in network availability and consistent quality, Zong solidifies its position as the top performer in Pakistan’s mobile network industry.
Dialog Axiata has successfully completed a trial with Meta to integrate AI into its network, enhancing optimisation and quality of experience (QoE). The trial, using Meta’s Llama AI models, improved call quality, video delivery, and overall user satisfaction. Dialog plans to deploy this AI-powered solution later this month.
Riyadh Air has partnered with IBM to integrate WatsonX and AI solutions into its operations. This collaboration aims to enhance guest and employee experiences, optimize flight operations, and set a new standard for aviation as part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The airline aims to become the world’s first digital-native carrier.
Beyond ONE has partnered with TIMWETECH to bring premium digital content to mobile users in Saudi Arabia and Oman. The collaboration allows customers to access streaming, gaming, and infotainment services without traditional banking, benefiting Beyond ONE’s prepaid customer base and enhancing digital access to entertainment and education.
F1Soft, Nepal’s leading fintech company, celebrates its 21st anniversary and announces a leadership transition, with Siddhant Thakuri becoming the new President. F1Soft has been a pioneer in digital financial solutions, including mobile banking and digital wallets. Thakuri aims to accelerate the company’s next phase of growth and innovation.
Morocco has launched a national program to train children in digital technologies and AI as part of the “Digital Morocco 2030” initiative. The program will benefit 200,000 children, starting with ages 8 to 14. It aims to bridge the digital divide and promote responsible use of technology across urban and rural areas.
du has partnered with Microsoft to enhance its call center operations using AI technologies. The collaboration will improve customer engagement, optimize operations, and ensure compliance with UAE data privacy regulations. AI-driven solutions like VoiceBots and real-time analytics will boost efficiency, customer satisfaction, and create new revenue opportunities for du.
LoftyInc Capital Management has raised $43 million for its LoftyInc Alpha Fund, aimed at late-seed investments in African tech startups. The fund will focus on key markets like Nigeria, Egypt, and Kenya, supporting sectors such as financial services, AI, and healthcare to foster innovation and scalable growth in Africa.
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly emphasized Egypt’s commitment to national digital transformation, focusing on automating company registration and digitizing government services for improved access and efficiency. The government’s efforts include launching new e-services, implementing the Unified Services Card, and collaborating with various ministries to streamline business and social services.