16ο AI Connected World 2026: Η Ελλάδα αναδεικνύεται σε «Digital Gateway»

16ο AI Connected World 2026: Η Ελλάδα αναδεικνύεται σε «Digital Gateway»

Σε μια χρονιά-ορόσημο για τον ψηφιακό μετασχηματισμό της χώρας, το 16ο AI Connected World 2026 έρχεται να επιβεβαιώσει τον στρατηγικό ρόλο της Ελλάδας στον παγκόσμιο τεχνολογικό χάρτη. Με κεντρικό μήνυμα «Connect, Protect, Innovate: Greece as a Digital Gateway», το κορυφαίο συνέδριο, που διοργανώνεται από τη Smart Press, θα πραγματοποιηθεί την Τετάρτη 27 Μαΐου 2026, στο…

ICA to tap AI, digital tools to streamline processes

ICA to tap AI, digital tools to streamline processes

SINGAPORE – Application processes for immigration documents like passports will be streamlined with the introduction of a new AI tool, and in-car border clearance will be automated from 2027 on arrival at the Tuas Checkpoint for drivers and passengers. The immigration clearance will be done using QR codes and facial biometrics, removing the need for…

Indonesia Pushes ASEAN to Finalize Digital Economy Agreement

Indonesia Pushes ASEAN to Finalize Digital Economy Agreement

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesian Coordinating Minister for the Economy Airlangga Hartarto attended the 27th ASEAN Economic Community Council Meeting held in Cebu, the Philippines, on May 6-7, 2026. One of the main topics discussed at the meeting was how to resolve crucial issues in negotiating the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA). “Our definite target is to have…

Microsoft report: Global AI boom grows, but rich-poor digital divide is widening

Microsoft report: Global AI boom grows, but rich-poor digital divide is widening

SAN FRANCISCO, May 8 — Generative artificial intelligence is being used by 17.8 per cent of the world’s working-age population, but the gap between wealthy and developing nations continues to widen, according to a report published Tuesday by Microsoft. In the first quarter of 2026, 27.5 per cent of people aged 15-64 in developed countries…

Ministry of Digital Economy Partners with PayPal; Sri Lanka Eyes Digital Transformation

Ministry of Digital Economy Partners with PayPal; Sri Lanka Eyes Digital Transformation

COLOMBO (News 1st): The Ministry of Digital Economy says that under the government’s program to transform Sri Lanka into a leading hub on the global digital map, the preliminary work and technical discussions to introduce PayPal services to the country are currently proceeding at a very successful level. According to a statement released by the…

Streaming, Startups, and the New Digital Playground: How Tech Is Rewriting Entertainment

Streaming, Startups, and the New Digital Playground: How Tech Is Rewriting Entertainment

The Evolution of Entertainment in a Startup-Driven World Entertainment has undergone a massive transformation over the past decade, shifting from traditional television formats to dynamic, on-demand digital experiences. Streaming platforms, content creators, and tech startups are now at the center of how audiences consume media. This shift has not only changed viewing habits but also…

World Digital Education Conference 2026 to focus on AI governance in education

World Digital Education Conference 2026 to focus on AI governance in education

The Ministry of Education holds a news conference on Thursday on the upcoming 2026 World Digital Education Conference. Photo by Zou Shuo / chinadaily.com.cn The World Digital Education Conference 2026 will be held from May 11 to 13 in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, according to the Ministry of Education. Themed “AI+ Education: Transformation, Development and Governance”,…

From Consoles to Competition: How eSports and Gaming Are Redefining Digital Entertainment

From Consoles to Competition: How eSports and Gaming Are Redefining Digital Entertainment

The Rise of Gaming as Mainstream Entertainment Video games have evolved far beyond casual entertainment, becoming a central pillar of global media consumption. What was once limited to consoles and arcades is now a vast digital ecosystem spanning mobile devices, PCs, and cloud-based platforms. This shift has brought gaming into the same cultural conversation as…

How AI-Powered Content Tools Are Changing Digital Workflows in 2026

How AI-Powered Content Tools Are Changing Digital Workflows in 2026

AI writing tools are improving quickly, but the best content in 2026 is not created by simply pressing a button. Strong content still needs human direction. A person must define the audience, purpose, tone, examples, structure, and desired outcome.  AI is most useful when it acts like a creative assistant. It can generate first drafts,…

African Digital Media Award Winners 2026: 11th Edition

African Digital Media Award Winners 2026: 11th Edition

WAN-IFRA has congratulated the esteemed winners of this year’s 11th edition of the Africa Digital Media  Awards. We commend the news media organisations across Africa for their creativity and dedication shown in these groundbreaking projects. Our sincere appreciation to the publishers who shared their work, as well as our distinguished jury for their invaluable time…