Content Type
Profile
Within the Content Type facet, Profile intelligence gathers BTW.MEDIA articles that share the same editorial format, helping readers compare briefings, profiles, risk notes, market analysis, and event coverage without mixing different kinds of evidence. The page explains how this content type frames internet infrastructure events, company movements, governance decisions, operational signals, and public evidence across the site. Readers can compare which actors or infrastructure systems appear most often, how source quality changes interpretation, and whether the material is a durable profile, a time-sensitive event, a strategic market signal, or a governance development. The result is a useful search page for operators, investors, customers, analysts, and policy stakeholders who need to understand the consequence, timing, and evidence behind similar article formats.
Companies
MyFatoorah joins Mastercard to redefine digital payments
What happened MyFatoorah and Mastercard announced on November 29 that they will collaborate to launch the Middle East Digital Payment Gateway platform. MyFatoorah, a leading payments platform and the only payment service provider (PSP) licensed in all GCC countries offering…
Asia-Pacific National Telecom
STC ups ante: Raises Telefonica stake to 9.9%
What happened The Spanish government has given the go-ahead for Saudi Telecom (STC) to increase its stake in Telefonica to almost 10%, subject to a series of conditions designed to protect national security. The authorisation came following “an exhaustive analysis by the Spanish…
Companies
Meta’s $10B global subsea cable plan unveiled
What happened Meta has announced plans to invest $10 billion in constructing a vast subsea cable network, connecting multiple continents and redefining global internet infrastructure. Sources close to the project reveal that this ambitious initiative aims to bolster internet…
Global Cloud Services
Gamification and banking: Managing your money becomes fun
Managing personal finances can often feel like an overwhelming challenge. For many people, the process of budgeting, saving, investing, and tracking spending is time-consuming and stressful. Yet, in recent years, a new trend has emerged that is changing how people approach their…
Companies
Telecoms embrace AI revolution for future growth
What happened Telecoms.com Intelligence has once again conducted its annual industry survey, inviting telecom professionals to look back to 2024 and look ahead to 2025 and beyond. The Telecom survey, published on November 27, shows that AI will be a top investment priority by…
Africa Institutional
Top tech news today: December 2, 2024
1. Supreme Court rules on AFRINIC: New members cannot vote, elections by June 2025 The Supreme Court of Mauritius has ruled that AFRINIC members created after September 2023 lack voting rights and that AFRINIC must hold elections for a new board and CEO by June 2025. BTW Media.…
Companies
Swan fintech taps Camille Tyan as deputy CEO
What happened Camille Tyan, known for founding successful fintechs such as Payplug, Numeral, and Marble, has been appointed as the Deputy CEO of Swan. His mission is to drive the company’s growth and accelerate its international expansion. Tyan has been involved with Swan since…
Companies
Reem Finance bets big on Temenos for innovation
———————— What happened Reem Finance, a UAE-based corporate and retail finance institution, has chosen Temenos’ cloud-based core banking solution to launch its first digital community bank. This move aligns with Reem Finance’s strategy to enhance digital transformation and offer…
Companies
North Korean hackers target IT firms with expanded social engineering tactics
What happened North Korean hacker groups have escalated their social engineering campaigns, targeting IT companies worldwide. According to cybersecurity experts, these groups use advanced tactics such as impersonating trusted contacts, creating fake recruitment schemes, and spear…
Global Cloud Services
Is SaaS losing its appeal?
In the bustling boardrooms of Klarna, a global leader in fintech innovation, executives made a surprising decision: to sever ties with Salesforce, one of the most iconic SaaS platforms in the world. This wasn’t a move made lightly. For years, Salesforce had been the backbone of…
Companies
Will Trump and Musk carve a new path for U.S. IT infrastructure?
Elon Musk’s ambitions with SpaceX’s satellite network, Starlink, extend far beyond providing global internet access. When combined with former President Donald Trump’s push for domestic manufacturing under his ‘America First’ policies, a unique opportunity arises: the potential…
Companies
Qifu Technology reaches buy zone amid strong profit growth
What happened Qifu Technology (QFIN) has gained investor attention as its stock hit a key buy point following strong profit growth. Featured on Investor’s Business Daily’s Stock Spotlight screen, Qifu is recognized as a top stock to watch. In its recent quarterly report, Qifu…
Companies
Interactive investor’s latest update makes investing faster than ever
____________ What happened Interactive investor (ii), the UK’s second-largest investment platform, has partnered with NatWest to integrate its open banking payment solution, Payit. This integration allows ii customers to link their bank accounts directly to their investment…
Companies
Latos unveils plan for 40 new UK data centres by 2030
The artificial intelligence boom is reshaping the tech landscape, and Latos Data Centres is stepping up to meet the demand. The company announced a bold initiative to establish 40 new data centres across the UK by 2030, starting with a major development near Cardiff. What…
Companies
Inligo launches ambitious Cable Landing Station in Darwin
Submarine cables are a vital part of the global internet infrastructure, carrying data across borders to support communication, commerce, and national security. The Strategic Importance of Global Submarine Cables 2023 Project commencement in Darwin Inligo Networks has officially…
Global Cloud Services
Embracing cloud storage scalability for business growth
In an era where data reigns supreme, businesses must navigate the challenges of storing and managing exponential data growth. Cloud storage scalability has emerged as a critical solution, allowing organizations to dynamically adjust their storage capacity to meet fluctuating…
Companies
Geidea’s SoftPos arrives in Egypt to transform digital payments
What happened Geidea, a provider of digital payment solutions in the Middle East, has launched its innovative SoftPos service in Egypt. This service allows merchants to accept payments directly via smartphones, eliminating the need for traditional point-of-sale (POS) devices. The…
Global Cloud Services
Microsoft suspends Windows 11 updates over eSCL glitches
What happened Microsoft has confirmed a problem with Windows 11 24H2 and USB-connected devices that support the Scanner Communication Language (eSCL) protocol on November 22. Microsoft has paused Windows 11 updates for certain hardware connected to eSCL (enhanced scanning command…
Companies
EPI’s Wero wallet reaches 14 Million users
What happened The European Payment Initiative (EPI) has announced that its Wero wallet has enrolled 14 million users and processed eight million transactions since its launch. This milestone comes as EPI expands the Wero wallet’s availability to Belgium, following initial phases…
Companies
SASE as a new trend in secure network by BT
What happened BT has teamed up with Fortinet to enhance its managed networking services with Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) capabilities. The partnership aims to provide fast, secure access to cloud services, supporting distributed workforces and addressing cybersecurity…