International Banking Forum in Dushanbe focuses on digital transformation of Central Asia’s financial sector

International Banking Forum in Dushanbe focuses on digital transformation of Central Asia’s financial sector

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More than 200 representatives of government agencies, central and national banks, international financial institutions, donor organizations, banks, microfinance institutions, fintech companies and businesses gathered in Dushanbe for the International Banking Forum 2026 to discuss the digital transformation of the financial sector in Tajikistan and Central Asia. Held at the Hyatt Regency Dushanbe under the theme…

Erikowa emerges digital marketing Personality of the year at EDGE awards 2026

Erikowa emerges digital marketing Personality of the year at EDGE awards 2026

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Tuoyo Erikowa, Lead, Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising at International Distillers Limited, has been named Digital Marketing Personality of the Year at the 2026 EDGE Awards, earning recognition for his contribution to the rapidly evolving digital marketing landscape. Erikowa received the honour at the 14th edition of the prestigious awards organised by MARKETING EDGE on…

Ethiopia is expanding digital transformation in HE

Ethiopia is expanding digital transformation in HE

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ETHIOPIA Ethiopia is expanding digital transformation across higher education institutions, with online, blended and micro-credential learning being introduced as part of the education system, Education Minister Berhanu Nega said, reports the Ethiopian News Agency. Delivering the key message of the STRIDE Ethiopia 2.0 Summit 2026, Education Minister Berhanu Nega said Ethiopia’s progress in digital infrastructure…

Odessa’s digital transformation has been extended throu…

Odessa’s digital transformation has been extended throu…

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The Odessa program “Digital.Odessa,” originally planned for 2024–2026, has been extended through 2029. At the same time, during the first year of its implementation, 47 of the 98 planned measures did not receive a single hryvnia.This was reported by the Center for Public Investigations, which analyzed a report from the Odesa City Military Administration. The…

Digital marketing, with a clearer read on performance

Digital marketing, with a clearer read on performance

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Digital marketing has moved beyond being busy online. The Digital Marketing Certificate brings together data-driven digital marketing strategy, performance marketing, and customer engagement across digital platforms. Participants build plans tied to measurable growth and complete a capstone project applying their learning to a real marketing brief. Accredited by the Digital Marketing Institute (DMI), the seven-month…

Why are Seagate Technology and Western Digital stocks tanking on Friday?

Why are Seagate Technology and Western Digital stocks tanking on Friday?

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Seagate Technology and Western Digital shares fell sharply at market open on Friday after a report that Japan’s Toshiba plans to significantly expand hard disk drive manufacturing, raising concerns that additional supply could weaken pricing power in a market benefiting from the artificial intelligence boom. Seagate shares STX fell about 13%, while Western Digital WDC…

DigiPlus explores AI and digital technologies at Meta Connect 2026

DigiPlus explores AI and digital technologies at Meta Connect 2026

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DigiPlus Interactive Corp. participated in Meta Connect 2026, where CEO Tommy Hu engaged with global technology and business leaders and explored developments in artificial intelligence, gaming, wearables and digital commerce. Held in Menlo Park, California, on September 23 and 24, the event featured Meta’s latest technology announcements, product demonstrations and developer sessions. Meta highlighted developments…

UNGA 2026: YEDIS highlights AI, digital skills as tools for inclusive economic growth 

UNGA 2026: YEDIS highlights AI, digital skills as tools for inclusive economic growth 

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By Josephine Agbonkhese The need to connect artificial intelligence (AI) and digital skills with real economic opportunities for young people and grassroots women took centre stage at the Youths Enterprise Development and Innovation Society (YEDIS) Affiliate Session held during the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week. The Digital@UNGA 2026 session, organised by YEDIS in the…

Africa’s Broadcasters Convention In Seychelles To Rethink Digital Transformation Strategy In The Age Of AI

Africa’s Broadcasters Convention In Seychelles To Rethink Digital Transformation Strategy In The Age Of AI

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Africa’s broadcast media sector is entering a defining period of transformation, as accelerating digitalisation, AI, cloud technologies, changing audience behaviours and new distribution models reshape how content is produced, delivered and consumed. These developments will take centre stage at the Broadcasters Convention – Southern Africa 2026, taking place from 22–25 October 2026 at Avani+ Barbarons,…

Edo celebrates World Tourism Day 2026, harps on AI, digital innovation

Edo celebrates World Tourism Day 2026, harps on AI, digital innovation

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The Edo State Tourism Agency (EDSTA) has identified technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI) and the creative economy, as key to the future of tourism in Nigeria. The agency’s Director-General, Lady Vivian Elabor, made this known as the state marked the 2026 World Tourism Day, observed last Monday under the theme, “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence…