TikTok Engages African Governments to Strengthen Online Safety at the 2nd Annual Sub-Saharan Africa Safer Internet Summit in Cape Town
In Sub-Saharan Africa, TikTok removed over 7.5 million videos in Q3 2024, rising to more than 8 million in Q4…
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KIVA AI Rebrands to Perle, Bringing Human Wisdom to AIModels for Companies of All Sizes
Perle Makes it Simple to Train High-Quality AI Models With Modular, Expert-Powered Training Data Solutions, Allowing Customers to Focus on…
Qatar Airways Launches AI-Powered Virtual Cabin Crew Member, Sama, to Revolutionize Digital Marketing
Qatar Airways has launched its first AI-powered virtual cabin crew member, Sama, at ITB Berlin 2024. Active on Instagram, Sama will provide personalized travel recommendations, engage users with destination content, and promote sustainability efforts. This initiative marks a significant shift toward AI-driven marketing in the airline industry.
Jordan’s Mobile Device Imports See Shift to Higher-Value Phones in Early 2025
In early 2025, Jordan’s mobile device imports dropped to 259,000 units but rose in value to JD26 million, reflecting a shift towards higher-value and premium-brand devices. Global inflation and shipping costs contributed to this trend. 2024 saw a positive shift with a 13.7% increase in import values.
Report Highlights Major Disparities in Mobile Network Experience Across Africa
OpenSignal’s report on mobile network experience across Africa reveals vast differences in speed and quality. South Africa leads in download speeds, while many countries face challenges with inconsistent service. Reliance on outdated 2G and 3G networks and high “no signal” time further exacerbate these disparities, underscoring the need for infrastructure improvements.
stc Group and Ooredoo Oman Launch SONIC Project to Enhance Regional Connectivity
stc Group and Ooredoo Oman have signed an agreement to launch the SONIC project, a terrestrial fibre optic network corridor connecting Saudi Arabia and Oman. The project will enhance regional connectivity and strengthen digital infrastructure, supporting subsea routes between Asia and Europe. It aligns with regional growth goals and digital innovation.
e& to Exit Khazna Data Centres, Selling 40% Stake to G42 for $2.2 Billion
e& is exiting its joint venture, Khazna Data Centres, by selling its 40% stake to Group 42 for $2.2 billion. The move aligns with e&’s asset monetisation strategy to reduce debt and focus on core businesses. The transaction is expected to finalize by the end of Q1 2025.
Huawei Partners with SIFC to Train 300,000 Pakistanis in IT Skills
Huawei, in collaboration with the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), will train 300,000 Pakistanis in IT skills. The initiative will teach advanced IT to 60,000 participants and basic IT to 240,000, boosting Pakistan’s digital infrastructure, increasing IT exports, and creating new employment opportunities.
Ncell Launches Foundation to Drive Social Change on its 19th Anniversary
Ncell, Nepal’s leading telecom, marked its 19th anniversary by launching the Ncell Foundation with a Rs 200 million pledge to support social causes. The foundation aims to consolidate CSR efforts and drive impactful initiatives across health, education, and digital inclusivity.
Portworx launches enterprise-grade container data management platform to address economic, virtualization and storage pain points
April 03, 2025: Portworx has announced the upcoming launch of Portworx Enterprise 3.3, offering enterprises the opportunity to experience true…
