The headline speakers for Africa Tech Festival 2026 confirmed

The headline speakers for Africa Tech Festival 2026 confirmed

It is that time of the year again, when the African continent’s most important telecommunications companies get ready to descend on the city of Cape Town for Africa Tech Festival. Registrations are now open for the 2026 iteration of the event, which is now going into its 29th edition. Along with registrations, the headline speakers…

Qatar University builds integrated AI ecosystem to drive digital transformation

Qatar University builds integrated AI ecosystem to drive digital transformation

DOHA: Qatar University (QU) is accelerating the integration of artificial intelligence across its academic and administrative operations as part of a broader digital transformation strategy aimed at enhancing efficiency, advancing research and innovation, and improving the quality of services provided to students, faculty members, researchers, and staff. The university’s digital infrastructure is based on an…

Digital News outlets restricted in Pakistan following coverage of PoJK tensions: Reports

Digital News outlets restricted in Pakistan following coverage of PoJK tensions: Reports

Islamabad , August 3 : Digital censorship measures have been escalated in Pakistan, with access reportedly being restricted to various news websites across Pakistan following widespread media reports and critical coverage of the ongoing unrest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). In tandem with the blocking of local and regional digital news domains, incoming reports…

PLDT Enterprise Advances Resilience-First Thinking Across Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity and Agentic AI Journey of Philippine Enterprises

PLDT Enterprise Advances Resilience-First Thinking Across Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity and Agentic AI Journey of Philippine Enterprises

As artificial intelligence changes how organizations work—and how cyber threats move—business leaders are being asked to think beyond adopting the newest technology. The more urgent question is whether their people, systems, and operations can continue functioning when disruption happens. PLDT Enterprise is helping move that conversation forward through a series of speaking engagements, workshops, and…

Digital Sharjah Platform records 2.65mln transactions in H1 2026, up 102%

Digital Sharjah Platform records 2.65mln transactions in H1 2026, up 102%

Digital Sharjah Platform recorded strong growth during the first half of 2026, reflecting continued progress in implementing the Sharjah Digital Transformation Strategy 2026–2028. Image courtesy: Digital Sharjah The total value of transactions exceeded AED 514 million, surpassing the total value recorded for the whole of 2025 Press…

Confira o Olhar Digital News na íntegra (31/07/2026)

Confira o Olhar Digital News na íntegra (31/07/2026)

Veja os destaques do Olhar Digital News desta sexta-feira (31/07). Continua após a publicidade OpenAI e Anthropic explicam falhas antes da nova Lei de IA Sistemas de inteligência artificial da OpenAI e da Anthropic apresentaram comportamentos imprevistos, incluindo a execução de ataques cibernéticos simulados durante testes de segurança. Os episódios foram relatados diretamente à Comissão Europeia antes…

Pakistan Restricts Digital News Outlets Amid PoJK Tensions: Reports

Pakistan Restricts Digital News Outlets Amid PoJK Tensions: Reports

Islamabad: Digital censorship measures have been escalated in Pakistan, with access reportedly being restricted to various news websites across Pakistan following widespread media reports and critical coverage of the ongoing unrest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). In tandem with the blocking of local and regional digital news domains, incoming reports indicate that international broadcasters,…

When a Moment of Truth Becomes a Moment of Tragedy: Is Too Much Digital Transformation Destroying Customer Experience?

When a Moment of Truth Becomes a Moment of Tragedy: Is Too Much Digital Transformation Destroying Customer Experience?

Digital transformation has become the default strategy. Companies invest heavily in apps, AI chatbots, self-service portals, data platforms, and automated workflows, promising faster, more personalized, and more convenient customer experiences. On paper, customers demand seamless digital interactions, and technology can scale what human teams cannot. In practice, aggressive digitization often degrades the experience rather than…

KONE Egypt strengthens customer experience through digital innovation

KONE Egypt strengthens customer experience through digital innovation

The introduction of myKONE makes project delivery more transparent, connected and effortless, reinforcing KONE’s customer-first approach. CAIRO, Aug. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As digital transformation reshapes the construction industry, the way customers experience projects is evolving. Transparency, easy access to project information and seamless collaboration are becoming essential elements of successful project delivery. At KONE,…