MALAYSIA is set to take centre stage in shaping the future of digital regulation as the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) hosts the International Regulatory Conference (IRC) 2026 on July 21 and 22 at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur. Held under the theme “Shaping the Next Digital Era: Regulation, Resilience and Trust”, IRC 2026 will bring…
The Bank of Ghana, through its Virtual Assets Department, has been announced as an official partner of the Digital Assets Summit Africa (DASA) 2026, marking a major milestone in efforts to strengthen Ghana’s emerging digital assets ecosystem. The partnership follows formal approval by the Bank’s Management and will see the central bank participate through knowledge…
Katie Palmer covers telehealth, clinical artificial intelligence, and the health data economy — with an emphasis on the impacts of digital health care for patients, providers, and businesses. You can reach Katie on Signal at palmer.01. The Food and Drug Administration has been talking a big game about bringing artificial intelligence to patients. In January,…
India has amended the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, with changes effective from 20 February 2026, marking a shift in how artificial intelligence (AI) and online platforms are governed. The 2026 amendment follows a rise in deepfakes and AI-generated content and misinformation globally, prompting governments to recalibrate regulatory frameworks…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa has stated that digital transformation and regulation are inseparable in Nigeria’s rapidly evolving digital ecosystem. This is as he emphasised that digital transformation is not a one-off project but a continuous journey that requires constant improvement, periodic target-setting, and organisational adaptability to…
Africa is undergoing a profound financial transformation driven by rapid technological advancements, with fintech and cross-border payments leading the charge. However, this digital surge heightens cybersecurity risks, with rising cyberattacks necessitating robust fraud prevention. Fintechs must prioritize compliance, identity verification, and advanced technologies like AI to safeguard sensitive data. AI is revolutionizing African banking by…
By Puja Sharma Today AI AI Fintech AI Governance The deep dive’ is our bi-weekly exploration of a relevant topic, hot trend, or new product. For Prime subscribers only. How does it work? As 2026 unfolds, artificial intelligence is no longer evolving quietly in the background of digital systems. It is moving decisively into the centre…
Nigeria’s tech and startup ecosystem is positioned for a pivotal year in 2026 characterised by steady digital economy expansion, deeper regulation, and a shift from rapid growth to sustainable, value-driven innovation. According to multiple industry reports, Nigeria’s digital economy is projected to reach $18.3 billion in revenue by 2026 driven by increased adoption of artificial…
