Author: Anita Bosman
Beijing: TECHz – News Desk The Chinese Embassy in India introduced a new online visa application system, offering Indian travellers a simplified and more efficient process for obtaining Chinese visas. The move allows applicants to complete forms and upload required documents digitally via the official portal, reducing the time and effort previously needed for initial stages of visa processing. This is reported by ANI, a partner of TV BRICS. Applicants must create or log into an account on the official website and follow step-by-step instructions to submit their visa applications. Crucially, passports and supporting documents should only be presented at…
Brasília: SiltaNews – News Desk Brazil has begun the process of creating the infrastructure necessary to host the country’s first nuclear microreactor, the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovations reported on the government website. The initiative is aimed at meeting growing demand for clean energy sources and stimulating technological progress in the energy sector. The power unit that will house the first nuclear microreactor in the country will be built in Rio de Janeiro. It is expected to be commissioned by 2033. The microreactor will have a capacity of 100 watts, sufficient to sustain a controlled nuclear chain reaction. It…
Addis Ababa: TECHz – News Desk The Government of Ethiopia has officially presented the national strategy Digital Ethiopia 2030, which is intended to become the next stage of the country’s technological transformation. Its main goals are to improve digital literacy among the population and civil servants, as well as to stimulate entrepreneurship. This was reported by Fana Media Corporation, a partner of TV BRICS. According to the plan, by 2030, 70% of Ethiopia’s population should achieve digital literacy. At the same time, 80% of civil servants will be trained in digital skills, and 10 million citizens will undergo formal training…
Abu Dhabi: TECHz – News Desk In a qualitative step that redefines the concept of environmental monitoring, Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has implemented a pioneering pilot project that relies on artificial intelligence technologies and satellite imagery to monitor and identify random waste dumping sites in the emirate, to raise the efficiency of the waste management system and enhance the effectiveness of environmental monitoring. The project is the first-of-its-kind in the UAE to employ AI models and satellite image analysis in the field of waste management, representing a strategic shift from traditional monitoring to an intelligent system capable of…
Cairo: TECHz – News Desk Kaspersky has released new findings on a sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign by the Evasive Panda threat actor. The attackers executed malware by injecting it into legitimate system processes and maintained a stealthy presence in compromised systems. The operation, active from November 2022 to November 2024, has compromised systems in Türkiye, China, and India, with some infections persisting for over a year. This revelation underscores the group’s evolving tactics and their commitment to long-term infiltration of targeted networks. The attack employs deceptive lures disguised as legitimate software updates for popular Windows applications, including SohuVA, iQIYI Video, IObit…
Cairo: TECHz – News Desk Recent research from Kaspersky has illuminated a significant shift in AI usage during the holiday season. Far from being just a reliable shopping or planning assistant, artificial intelligence has emerged as a multifaceted digital companion capable of delivering emotional support – a phenomenon particularly pronounced among Gen Z and millennials. However, Kaspersky experts warn that placing too much trust in AI can threaten data security. In the run-up to the Christmas holidays, Kaspersky conducted a survey to find out how people leverage AI-powered tools to make the most of their free time and streamline holiday…
Cairo: TECHz – News Desk The collaboration aims to pioneer next-generation content innovation and establish a strategic bridge across media technology and cultural industries. During the BRIDGE Summit 2025 held in Abu Dhabi, iQIYI and the BRIDGE Alliance officially announced the establishment of a comprehensive strategic partnership. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by H.E. Dr. Jamal Mohammed Obaid Al Kaabi, Vice Chairman of the BRIDGE Alliance, and Xianghua Yang, President of iQIYI’s Movie & Overseas Business Group. The signing was followed by in-depth discussions on future collaboration, marking a new chapter of structured cooperation between China’s leading online…
Cairo: TECHz – News Desk Vodafone has announced the renewal of its partnership with TOD, strengthening its commitment to delivering premium sports and entertainment experiences to customers across Egypt. Through this renewed collaboration, Vodafone customers will enjoy access to the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on TOD, supported by Vodafone’s 5G network, offering wide coverage and a seamless streaming experience. Beyond AFCON, the partnership provides Vodafone RED customers with year-round access to premium sports and entertainment from TOD, including exclusive live sports and a rich library of Arabic, Turkish, and Western content. The renewed partnership reflects both companies’…
Oman: TECHz – News Desk Vodafone Oman, in collaboration with the Innovation and Technology Transfer Centre at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU), has successfully concluded a three-day digital innovation hackathon designed to move beyond competition, with a focus on practical, deployable ideas aligned with Oman’s national digital transformation strategies. The hackathon brought together 121 participants from across the Sultanate, including university students, early-career professionals, and technology practitioners. Working in multidisciplinary teams, participants developed innovative start-up ideas across key focus areas, including digital government services, healthcare innovation, smart cities, cybersecurity, and digital solutions to support low-income households. Sayyid Fahad Al Busaidi, Chief…
Abu Dhabi: TECHz – News Desk In a major move for the UAE’s fintech landscape, Deem Finance LLC has announced a strategic partnership with airpay Technologies Limited. This collaboration is designed to provide Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with “Purpose-Powered Liquidity,” integrating Deem’s merchant financing solutions directly into airpay’s global digital ecosystem. By embedding credit at the point of need, the two companies aim to eliminate the traditional barriers that often stall the growth of entrepreneurs and small business owners. Bridging the SME Financing Gap SMEs are widely considered the backbone of the UAE economy, representing over 94% of all…