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Egyptian President El-Sisi Directs Expansion of AI, Cloud Computing, and 5G Networks

Egyptian President El-Sisi Directs Expansion of AI, Cloud Computing, and 5G Networks

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt has issued directives to significantly expand the country's digital infrastructure, focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) applications, cloud computing technologies, and the deployment of 5G networks. These instructions were given during a meeting with Prime Minister Dr. Moustafa Madbouly, Minister of Communications and Information Technology Eng. Raafat Hindy, and Director of the Signals Department of the Armed Forces Major General Hany Mahmoud Mansour. The President emphasized the need to attract investment in cloud computing and AI, alongside the construction of hyperscale data centers, to bolster Egypt's digital economy. The initiative also aims to enhance the resilience of telecommunications infrastructure, reduce concentration risks, and improve the quality of services provided to citizens through digital transformation. Additionally, the meeting addressed the 'Digital Pioneers – Digilians' initiative, a collaboration between the Ministry of Communications a...
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Terra Industries Invests $1 Million in Nigerian Cybersecurity Startup Aeon, Forming Joint Venture

Terra Industries Invests $1 Million in Nigerian Cybersecurity Startup Aeon, Forming Joint Venture

Terra Industries Invests $1 Million in Nigerian Cybersecurity Startup Aeon, Forming Joint Venture
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Asian Development Bank Funds Mongolia's Cashmere Industry and Food Service Sector with $30 Million Loan

Asian Development Bank Funds Mongolia's Cashmere Industry and Food Service Sector with $30 Million Loan

Asian Development Bank Funds Mongolia's Cashmere Industry and Food Service Sector with $30 Million Loan
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CleanSpark Secures $2.25 Billion in Junk Bonds for Meta AI Data Center, Signaling Industry Shift

CleanSpark Secures $2.25 Billion in Junk Bonds for Meta AI Data Center, Signaling Industry Shift

CleanSpark Secures $2.25 Billion in Junk Bonds for Meta AI Data Center, Signaling Industry Shift
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Natrona County Residents Discuss Impact of Data Center Boom

Natrona County Residents Discuss Impact of Data Center Boom

Natrona County Residents Discuss Impact of Data Center Boom
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USAJOBS Announces Telecommunications Specialist Position with Direct Hire Authority

USAJOBS Announces Telecommunications Specialist Position with Direct Hire Authority

USAJOBS has posted an announcement for a Telecommunications Specialist position, utilizing Direct Hire Authority (DHA). This role focuses on providing technical advice, translating user requirements into existing technology solutions, and serving as an implementation program specialist. The specialist will also monitor installation telecommunications programs and systems, and manage related plans, programs, and policies for the organization. The position requires U.S. citizenship, and males must be registered for Selective Service. Candidates should possess knowledge of telecommunications theories, concepts, principles, practices, and operational requirements, as well as an understanding of equipment characteristics and associated methods like contracting procedures and cost analyses. The ideal candidate is described as a Strategic Information Technology Project Manager with deep technical expertise in telecommunications systems and network interoperability, capable of managing complex projects and evaluat...
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Lisbon Becomes Key Operational Hub for Lusophone African Businesses

Lisbon Becomes Key Operational Hub for Lusophone African Businesses

Lisbon Becomes Key Operational Hub for Lusophone African Businesses
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World Bank boosts private capital mobilization to record $112 billion

World Bank boosts private capital mobilization to record $112 billion

By Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON, Sept 17 (Reuters) - The World Bank on Thursday said it attracted $112 billion in private capital in the year ended June versus $69 billion a year earlier, and more than triple the amount in fiscal 2022 before former Mastercard CEO Ajay Banga became president.
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President Ruto to Attend UN General Assembly, Launch Diaspora Engagement Platform in U.S.

President Ruto to Attend UN General Assembly, Launch Diaspora Engagement Platform in U.S.

President William Ruto is scheduled to travel to the United States later this week to participate in the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). During his visit, President Ruto plans to advocate for the appointment of several Kenyan nationals to specific United Nations positions. Additionally, he will launch the Kenya Diaspora Impact Platform (KDIP) in New York on September 20. This platform aims to enhance engagement with the Kenyan diaspora and encourage investment in Kenya. The engagement with Kenyans in the U.S. will take place at 30 Hudson Yards and is expected to cover government priorities, diaspora concerns, and collaboration opportunities. This visit follows a multi-city tour by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who also engaged with Kenyans in the U.S. regarding the 2027 presidential election and launched satellite diaspora offices.
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Congressman Rose Raises Somaliland Economic Access Bill at Treasury Hearing Amidst Presidential Visit

Congressman Rose Raises Somaliland Economic Access Bill at Treasury Hearing Amidst Presidential Visit

Representative John Rose (R-Tenn.) pressed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on the Somaliland Economic Access and Opportunity Act (H.R. 7993) during a House Financial Services Committee hearing on September 15. This occurred hours after Representative Rose hosted President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi of Somaliland in his Capitol Hill office. The bill, co-sponsored by Representative Pat Harrigan (R-N.C.) and others, aims to identify and address barriers limiting Somaliland's access to the U.S. financial system. It mandates a Treasury report within 180 days of enactment, assessing compliance with international financial norms like Know Your Customer (KYC), anti-money laundering (AML), and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) standards. The legislation also seeks recommendations for both Somaliland and the U.S. to align with IMF, World Bank, and FATF norms, and to explore steps for greater financial integration, including potential SWIFT access, though the source clarifies that SWIFT access is not the primary b...
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Governor Whitmer Leads Investment Mission to South Korea to Strengthen Economic Ties

Governor Whitmer Leads Investment Mission to South Korea to Strengthen Economic Ties

Governor Whitmer Leads Investment Mission to South Korea to Strengthen Economic Ties
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AT Seeks Business Sales Representative for Territory Accounts in Winston-Salem

AT Seeks Business Sales Representative for Territory Accounts in Winston-Salem

AT Seeks Business Sales Representative for Territory Accounts in Winston-Salem