Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The Central Bank of Libya met with telecom operators to boost collaboration on digital payment systems, agreeing to establish a joint task force to enhance infrastructure, improve financial inclusion, and support national digital transformation.
Libya’s telecom company LITC joined the announcement of the Medusa Submarine Cable’s arrival in Marseille, marking a milestone in linking Europe and North Africa. The 8,700 km project positions Libya as a future digital hub connecting Africa to Europe through secure, high-speed communications.
Libya’s Mataa raised Seed funding to boost e-commerce and logistics across North Africa. The investment supports operational expansion, supplier growth, and talent acquisition, targeting a regional market of 275 million and aiming to energize Libya’s startup ecosystem.
Libya’s LPTIC has launched the “Medusa” submarine cable project, connecting the country to Europe through an 8,700-kilometer undersea cable. The project aims to enhance internet speed and quality in key cities, support 5G, and drive digital transformation by improving services and data governance across public institutions.
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The National Oil Corporation of Libya has partnered with telecom companies Al-Madar, Libyana, and Hatif Libya to develop “Smart Oil Cities,” enhancing digital infrastructure in oil-rich cities. This initiative aims to integrate cutting-edge communications technology to boost oil operation efficiency and sustainability.
Vox Solutions has partnered with Libyan mobile operator Almadar Aljadid to combat A2P SMS and flash call fraud. The exclusive agreement will see Vox manage international A2P SMS and voice traffic through its Vox-360 platform, which aims to mitigate fraud, protect against messaging bypass, and ensure high security and quality for Almadar’s network.
Libya, Morocco, and Seychelles lead Africa in ICT development, as per the ITU’s 2024 report. Despite improvements across the continent, disparities remain, with Libya scoring 88.1 points and Chad at the bottom with 21.3 points.
Libya’s Telecommunications Holding Company and Italian Post have agreed to enhance Libyan postal services, focusing on postal, logistical, and digital financial services, and training personnel. An executive cooperation agreement will establish joint working teams for initiatives and projects.
WideBot, an AI developer based in Cairo, has partnered with Libyan telecom Almadar Aljadid to introduce a multilingual AI chatbot, enhancing customer service. This strategic collaboration aims to improve customer interactions and support Almadar’s service expansion across Libya, demonstrating a significant advancement in the region’s telecom sector.