Category: Technology

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has been marked by the use of various technologies, from rockets and missiles to drones and cyberattacks. The role of tech in the Middle East is not new, but it has become more prominent and complex in recent years, as both sides seek to gain an edge over their adversaries and influence public opinion. Here are some of the key aspects of how…

African tech startups are on the rise, attracting more funding and attention from global investors and partners. However, they also face many challenges and obstacles that hinder their growth and sustainability. Experts from various fields and sectors share their insights and advice on how African tech startups can compete globally and overcome the barriers they face. The importance of innovation and differentiation One of the key factors that determine the…

Integra Seven and Wamda release “State of Tech Talent in Dubai 2023” report Integra Seven, a Dubai-based consulting agency, and Wamda, a leading entrepreneurship empowerment platform for the Middle East and North Africa, have released a report that explores the state of tech talent in Dubai. The report, titled “Tech Talent in Dubai 2023”, reveals the strategies used by tech companies to attract and retain talent, as well as offering…

The European Union has recently urged major social media platforms like Meta and TikTok to take more action against harmful and illegal content, especially in light of the recent violence in Israel and Palestine. The EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA), which came into force in August 2023, requires platforms with more than 45 million EU users to adopt stricter content monitoring, or face fines of up to 6% of their…

A new report by a tax transparency group claims that seven of the world’s largest tech companies paid only a fraction of the taxes they should have in the UK in 2021. How much tax did they pay? According to TaxWatch, a campaign group that monitors corporate tax avoidance, seven US-based tech giants – Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet (the owner of Google), Amazon, Meta (the owner of Facebook), Cisco and Adobe…

What is Fast Tech? Fast Tech is a term used to describe small electrical items that are cheap, trendy, and often disposable. These include cables, lights, mini fans, disposable vapes, cordless headphones, USB sticks, and many more. These items are the electrical version of fast fashion, which is known for its negative environmental and social impacts. Fast Tech items are usually designed to be used for a short period of…

The Union Cabinet has approved three separate memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with Papua New Guinea, France, and Trinidad and Tobago in the field of digital technologies. The MoUs aim to promote closer cooperation and exchange of information pertaining to digital technologies, and to mutually support each participant’s goal to promote access to digital technology in their countries. MoU with France on digital technologies The MoU with France intends to enhance…

A new pathway for career growth The West Michigan Center for Arts and Technology (WMCAT) is a nonprofit organization that provides tuition-free career training for adults experiencing under- and unemployment in Kent County. WMCAT launched a new technology-focused pathway in 2021 as part of its Adult Career Training Program, which also offers health information and pharmacy technician pathways. The new cybersecurity pathway debuted with learning tracks focused on governance, risk…

The gulf states and the former Soviet nations of Central Asia are poised to become a new hub of tech activity, according to a recent analysis by Strategeast, a non-profit organization that works to develop the digital economies of Ukraine, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan. The analysis suggests that the region has the potential to offer offshore tech services and business process outsourcing businesses, as well as foster innovation and entrepreneurship…

Online businesses are the backbone of the digital economy, and they are constantly evolving thanks to the innovations in technology. From artificial intelligence and machine learning to blockchain and virtual reality, these technologies are creating new opportunities and challenges for online businesses. In this article, we will explore some of the ways that technology is impacting online businesses and how they can adapt and thrive in the changing landscape. Artificial…