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#TechFriday n°2️⃣0️⃣8️⃣- Issue of 25/10/2024

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Good evening tech enthusiasts!

In this week’s #TechFriday, technology news from Africa and Europe is full of surprises and innovations! From the regulation of fiber optics in Cameroon to the modernization of motorcycle cabs in Douala, not forgetting the launch of Wero, the new European challenger to Apple Pay, we explore the advances that are shaping our daily digital lives.

Don’t miss our focus on the fascinating intersection between AI and African cinema at the Festival Écrans Noirs 2024, as well as the latest from your favorite apps like WhatsApp and Spotify. Not forgetting more worrying news like the bugs in Windows 11 and the controversial blocking of Google Drive in Italy.

Fasten your seatbelts for this weekly roundup of the innovations transforming our world! 🚀

Happy reading and don’t forget to share around you 😉

Fiber Optics in Cameroon: Minister of Posts and Telecommunications Libom Li Likeng Calls for Regulation 📡

Cameroon’s Minister of Posts and Telecommunications, Minette Libom Li Likeng, calls for strict regulation of the quality of telecoms services, urging MTN and Orange to invest more. She urges Camtel and ART to step up infrastructure monitoring and modernization to meet consumer expectations. Click here for full article

Douala: QR Codes for Moto-Taxis 🏍️

Douala City Council has launched a digital platform to register motorcycle cabs with QR codes printed on their chasubles, aiming to improve safety and professionalization. Passengers can identify drivers and report offences. Despite divided opinions, this project aims to establish better urban order. Click here for full article

Wero: the new european digital wallet arrives in France, replacing Paylib 💰

Wero, the new European payment app from the European Payments Initiative, arrives in France. Replacing Paylib, it offers instant account-to-account transfers via a phone number or e-mail. Available in partner banks, it aims to become an alternative to Apple Pay by 2026. Click here for full article

WhatsApp makes contact management easier with major new features 💬
WhatsApp introduces features for adding and managing contacts via usernames, without phone numbers, from any device. Contacts can be saved only on WhatsApp and are synchronized, offering greater privacy and multi-device flexibility. Click here for full article
Cybersecurity: Congo Strengthens Training for Its Agents to Tackle Rising Cybercrime 💻
Faced with an increase in cyber-attacks, Congo is launching a cybersecurity training program for its law enforcement officers, in collaboration with the CEA. This initiative aims to strengthen the skills of law enforcement officers and protect the country’s digital infrastructures, thus supporting digital transformation. Click here for full article
Ecrans Noirs Festival 2024: Artificial Intelligence at the Heart of African Cinema 🤖

The Écrans Noirs 2024 Festival explores the theme of “Artificial Intelligence and African Cinema”. This debate questions the impact of AI on creativity, cultural traditions and the future of African cinema. Between technological revolution and preservation of identity, AI raises both hopes and concerns. Click here for full article

Spotify expands its offer with French audio books 🎧
Since October 15, 2024, Spotify has been enriching its offer in France, Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands with 15,000 audiobooks in French and content in Dutch. Premium subscribers enjoy 12 hours of free listening per month, with the option of purchasing additional hours at €9.99 per 10 hours.  Click here for full article
Windows 11 24H2: A chaotic rollout plagued by major bugs ☠️
Windows 11 Update 24H2, rolled out in October 2024, is marked by significant bugs. Some Asus devices encounter blue screens, webcams cause freezes and the Voicemeeter application is incompatible, causing memory management errors. Click here for full article
The « Piracy Shield » in Italy blocks access to Google Drive ❌
AGCOM, the Italian communications authority, has blocked access to Google Drive via the “Piracy Shield” platform, aimed at combating piracy. The block, lifted after a few hours without explanation, raises concerns about transparency and the consequences for essential services. Click here for full article

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That’s it for this week. We wish you a good weekend and look forward to hearing from you in the comments.

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