Author: Anita Bosman
Nairobi: TECHz – News Desk A new partnership in Kenya is set to introduce regulated stablecoin capabilities into the country’s banking system, marking a notable step in the evolution of cross-border payments. Anzens has teamed up with Credit Bank PLC and Yeshara Tokens Ltd to integrate $USDA, a dollar-backed stablecoin, into licensed banking services. The proposed model will allow customers of Credit Bank to seamlessly convert local currency into the stablecoin and обратно into fiat using their existing bank accounts. The bank will act as custodian for both Kenyan shillings and U.S. dollars, while enabling cross-border settlements through the stablecoin…
Cairo: TECHz – News Desk Minister of Communications and Information Technology Raafat Hendy has opened Valeo AI Development Center in Egypt in the presence of Chief Executive Officer of Valeo Group Christophe Périllat, CEO of the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) Ahmed Elzaher, and Vice President of Group Technical Centers and Valeo Egypt’s General Manager Tamer Aly. This launch marks the 20th anniversary of Valeo Egypt, which has firmly established itself as a premier global hub for software development. Valeo Egypt is also the Group’s largest software development center worldwide, accounting for nearly 50% of its total software output…
Dubai: TECHz – News Desk Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced the appointment of Hussain Salman as Enterprise Services Director for the Gulf Region, where he will lead across the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and Qatar. With the region consistently ranking among the world’s most targeted regions for cyberattacks, cybersecurity has evolved from priority to an urgent business need. This shift is driven by rapid digital transformation, the rise in state-sponsored threats, and the growing impact of AI-powered attacks, fueling a cybersecurity market that is expected to nearly double from USD 20.55 billion…
Doha: TECHz – News Desk Ooredoo, Qatar’s leading telecommunications and ICT provider, has achieved a new milestone in the nation’s digital evolution. Following extensive testing and successful deployment, Ooredoo has become the first operator in Qatar to launch LTE-M (Long Term Evolution for Machines), also known as CAT-M1, a next-generation network technology purpose-built for massive Internet of Things (IoT) applications. This launch reinforces Ooredoo’s commitment to innovation and places Qatar at the forefront of smart connectivity and digital transformation in the region. LTE-M is a low-power wide-area (LPWA) technology, designed specifically for machine-type communications. It delivers efficient, reliable connectivity for…
Harare: TECHz – News Desk Econet Wireless Zimbabwe has launched Econet AI, a dedicated standalone business unit created to accelerate artificial intelligence adoption across the country’s economy. The initiative was unveiled in Harare on Thursday alongside a portfolio of products and services aimed at driving rapid AI integration across sectors, with solutions tailored for both corporate organisations and individual users. As part of the rollout, Econet AI will provide customers with six months of free access to Google Gemini starting in May. The multimodal AI platform supports the generation and processing of text, images, audio, video, and code, positioning it…
Rabat: TECHz – News Desk The Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communications, in partnership with inwi, has announced a new competition targeting startups to encourage collaborative innovation in the field of digital entertainment and gaming technologies. The initiative is designed to support the development of solutions based on V-game machines, with the potential for direct integration into inwi’s digital platforms. It aims to foster creativity within the startup ecosystem while advancing Morocco’s position in the digital gaming and interactive entertainment sector. Selected participants will benefit from structured support and follow-up mechanisms, including the opportunity to present their projects during the…
Lagos: TECHz – News Desk The Lagos State Government has unveiled a comprehensive set of Cybersecurity Guidelines aimed at strengthening digital safety across businesses, public institutions, and residents in the state. The framework is designed to enhance protection against growing cyber risks as Lagos continues its transformation into a smart, secure, and globally competitive digital hub. The government noted that while the state’s rapid digital expansion has boosted innovation and economic activity, it has also increased exposure to cyber threats. As Africa’s fastest-growing technology ecosystem and home to thousands of enterprises, Lagos operates within a digital environment where cybercrime presents…
Maputo: TECHz – News Desk The Assembly of the Republic of Mozambique has approved two key pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening the country’s digital governance framework: the Cyber Security Act and the Cybercrimes Act. The newly approved Cyber Security Act is designed to equip the State with tools to address challenges in the information society, focusing on the protection of government institutions, citizens, and critical information infrastructure. It establishes a legal foundation for preventing cyber risks, coordinating responses to cyber incidents, and enhancing the resilience of both public and private sector entities that rely on digital systems. Alongside this,…
Johannesburg: Anita Bosman Have you ever wondered why the world’s largest asset class remained stuck in a cycle of paper trails and physical keys for so long? For decades, real estate was the industry that technology forgot – until now. A silent revolution called Proptech is currently dismantling the traditional blueprint of how we live, work, and invest, raising a provocative question: Is the era of the traditional landlord officially over? The Invisible Architects At its core, Proptech (Property Technology) is the use of technology and software to help individuals and companies buy, sell, rent, manage, and build real estate.…
Cairo: TECHz – News Desk The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology in Egypt has held discussions with representatives of Oracle to explore cooperation in digital transformation and capacity building initiatives across the country. The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration between the public and private sectors in advancing Egypt’s digital economy, with particular emphasis on youth training programmes and cloud computing skills development. Officials reviewed ongoing national digital transformation projects led by the Ministry, alongside initiatives aimed at equipping young people with technology skills aligned with labour market needs, including Train to Hire programmes and specialised technical training. Oracle highlighted…