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Fonepay hosted the 21st Asian Payment Network Forum in Kathmandu, where delegates from 14 countries discussed cross-border payment initiatives and digital financial cooperation. The event featured high-level meetings, the APN AGM, and panel discussions on fraud risk, regional integration, and regulatory alignment, highlighting the need for secure digital payment systems.
By: Bashar Bashaireh, AVP Middle East, Türkiye & North Africa at Cloudflare The digital landscape is undergoing a rapid transformation,…
Prof Muhammad Yunus launched the “Labbaik” app to support Hajj pilgrims with services like emergency assistance, flight details, and health support. The app aims to ensure pilgrims can perform their duties smoothly. The first Hajj flight from Dhaka departs today, with over 87,000 Bangladeshi pilgrims registered.
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The DRC is advancing a $400 million satellite project with Monacosat to expand nationwide internet access, targeting rural areas and boosting digital services. With internet penetration below 25%, the initiative aims to close the connectivity gap and diversify the economy beyond mineral dependence.
DUBAI, UAE, 2nd May, 2025: Cloudflare, Inc., the security, performance, and reliability company helping to build a better Internet, has…
Vodafone Egypt has been ranked first in Umlaut’s latest network performance reports, covering November 2023 to April 2024. The company achieved top scores for mobile and fixed broadband performance. This recognition aligns with Vodafone Egypt’s commitment to customer satisfaction and continuous investment in network infrastructure to ensure reliable, high-quality connectivity.
Minister Kamel Al-Wazir conducted an inspection tour of key industrial factories in Egypt, including Elsewedy Telecom Cables, Utopia Pharmaceuticals, and Schneider Electric. The tour highlighted significant investments, local production, and export capabilities, with a focus on boosting Egypt’s industrial growth, employment, and competitiveness in the global market.
Bangladesh’s ICT Roadmap 2030 envisions a digital transformation that positions the country as a global tech leader. Focused on job creation, skills development, cybersecurity, and innovation, it aims to foster a robust ICT infrastructure, digital inclusion, and sustainability. The roadmap will drive economic growth and improve quality of life.
The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange has successfully integrated the Amman Stock Exchange into the Tabadul Digital Exchange Hub, enhancing cross-border trading and investment opportunities in the region. The integration allows investors in both Jordan and the UAE to access a wider range of securities and participate in IPOs across markets.