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Malaysia just launched a national center to turn cutting-edge quantum technology from research labs into real-world solutions that protect data and strengthen industries. The Quantum Intelligence Centre bridges science and business, partnering across sectors to make the country quantum-ready.
Africa's telecom giant MTN is doubling down on Ghana with major investments in 5G, mobile money, and digital infrastructure as it marks three decades in the country. The company's CEO met with Ghana's top leaders to expand financial access for women entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Malaysia is opening Southeast Asia's first quantum-safe cybersecurity center to protect data from tomorrow's ultra-powerful computers. The new Sarawak hub will prepare businesses and governments for quantum threats that could break today's encryption.
Global timekeepers voted to scrap leap seconds starting May 2027, ending a 55-year practice that's been causing headaches for computers and digital systems. The move will make international timekeeping simpler and more reliable for our increasingly connected world.
Nigeria just secured €14 million from the European Union to prepare a massive fibre-optic network that could connect millions to high-speed internet. The funding will help design and plan 90,000 kilometres of digital infrastructure across the country.
South Korea is making AI as accessible as electricity, launching free chatbot services for all 51.6 million citizens this year. The bold plan positions AI as national infrastructure instead of a luxury product, backed by record government investment.
Nigeria is launching Project BRIDGE to deploy 90,000 kilometers of fiber optic cable across all 36 states by 2028, tripling the country's internet backbone. The $2 billion initiative will connect over 200,000 schools and health facilities to high-speed internet.
A Nigerian tech startup that began with a pilot project in 2023 now powers the country's entire digital postcode system, proving homegrown solutions can become national infrastructure. Milsat's journey from testing maps to addressing 65 million properties shows African tech innovation scaling beyond apps into essential public services.
A Nigerian cybersecurity startup just secured $1 million to protect critical infrastructure across Africa with hardware and AI tools built specifically for the Global South. Three engineers who worked in cloud infrastructure are now tackling a massive security gap that leaves banks and governments vulnerable.
A new partnership between the United States and Ghana could bring affordable internet to millions by running fiber optic cables along existing power lines. The agreement marks a major step forward in the country's plan to lead Africa in artificial intelligence development.
High-speed fiber internet has boosted Houston home values by $1.6 billion and created thousands of jobs while helping students learn better. A new study reveals how digital infrastructure became an economic powerhouse for America's fourth-largest city.
African ministers are rallying behind Ghana's groundbreaking proposal to build AI infrastructure that serves the entire continent, not just one nation. It's a modern take on Pan-African cooperation that could finally give Africa technological independence.