In an effort to deal with mounting operational costs, Egypt's telecom providers have requested permission from the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) to increase the pricing for their services.
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CMI Expands MEA Connectivity With 2Africa Cable
China Mobile International (CMI), supported by China Mobile, is committed to driving the adoption of 5G in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. With the projected rise of 5G connections, CMI aims to provide global network resources and integrated solutions to help businesses and carriers seize the opportunities presented by 5G.
Smile Officially Apologizes to Valued Customers
Smile, the pioneering provider of 4G LTE services in Uganda and East Africa, has experienced a service outage since January 31, 2022. For this, Smile wishes to sincerely apologize to its valued customers and the general public. It acknowledges that this update should have been provided earlier; however, it deemed it imperative to first await the conclusion of certain legal processes before sharing these details.
Sparkle Establishes Connectivity Bridge Between Djibouti, Europe and India
Sparkle, the leading international service provider in Italy and a prominent global operator, has announced a significant agreement signed with Kush Investments, a UAE-based firm. This agreement establishes a long-term solution through the upcoming Blue-Raman Submarine Cable System, serving the East Africa region.
AI’s Watchful Eye: Tracking Offensive Posts on Social Media
A project by FIFA and FIFPRO, utilizing artificial intelligence, has successfully tracked instances of social media abuse directed at players participating in the 2022 World Cup. The project identified over 300 individuals responsible for making abusive, discriminatory, or threatening posts on platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube. These individuals' information has been handed over to law enforcement authorities.
Surveillance Malware Targets Libyan Government Entities
Check Point Research, a leading cyber threat intelligence service, has discovered a series of sophisticated cyberattacks targeting individuals in Libya. The attacks involve the use of a surveillance-focused malware called Stealth Soldier. The malware is designed to carry out various surveillance activities, including capturing files, recording screens and microphones, logging keystrokes, and stealing browser data. Researchers have identified an undocumented, custom modular backdoor in the malware, indicating that the attackers continuously update their tools. The most recent version of the malware is believed to have been distributed in February, while the oldest version was compiled in October of the previous year.
Starlink Licensed in Zambia for Expanded Connectivity
Starlink has obtained an operating license in Zambia. This comes after conducting tests in nine provinces, allowing the company to deploy its Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites in the Southern African nation.
Azercosmos Partners with SpaceX to Expand High-Speed Internet Services
Azercosmos, the prominent satellite operator in Azerbaijan, signed a reseller agreement with SpaceX for the deployment of Starlink's satellite-based high-speed and low-latency broadband internet services across the country.
Wingu Africa to Drive Technological Advancement in Addis Ababa
Wingu Africa, a company based in Djibouti, has officially inaugurated its new Tier III data center in Addis Ababa ICT Park, joining the increasing number of data center operators in the Ethiopian capital. Addis Ababa was ranked the second-best location worldwide for data center facilities in 2022.
Bid Farewell to Traditional Job Interviews!
In an era-defining breakthrough, job interviews are on the brink of a remarkable transformation. Meet “Ecoute,” an influential AI tool poised to revolutionize the hiring process. While employers may approach this advancement with caution, job seekers are about to experience a game-changing revelation.