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Accra, Ghana – Save the Dates: November 19-20, 2024

The International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) proudly announces the 18th Edition of the Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards - West Africa 2024, set to take place in the vibrant city of Accra, Ghana, on November 19-20, 2024. This premier event promises to deliver two days filled with cutting-edge insights, dynamic discussions, and unparalleled networking opportunities.

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ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are pleased to announce that Shabelle Bank S.C. has been awarded the Excellence in Digital Wallets at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this prestigious award honors Shabelle Bank S.C.’s outstanding achievements in revolutionizing digital wallets. Their cutting-edge solutions have set new benchmarks in digital financial service

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are proud to announce that Abie Sano, CEO of Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, has been awarded CEO of the Year at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this distinguished accolade recognizes Abie Sano’s exceptional leadership and vision. His strategic direction and innovative approach have significantly advanced the Commercial Bank of

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are honored to announce that Awash International Bank has been named Best Bank of the Year at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this prestigious award celebrates Awash International Bank’s outstanding performance and leadership in the banking sector. The bank’s commitment to innovation, customer service, and financial excellenc

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are excited to announce that Commercial Bank of Ethiopia has been awarded the Excellence in Retail Islamic Banking at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this distinguished award honors the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia for its exceptional achievements in advancing retail Islamic banking. Their innovative solutions have significant

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are pleased to announce that KPMG East Africa has been awarded the Excellence in Digital Advisory at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this esteemed award acknowledges KPMG East Africa’s exceptional expertise and leadership in digital advisory services. Their strategic insights and innovative solutions have significantly advanc

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are honored to announce that Dashen Bank S.C. has been recognized with the Excellence in Financial Inclusion award at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this prestigious award celebrates Dashen Bank S.C.’s significant contributions to advancing financial inclusion in Ethiopia. Their innovative programs and solutions have played

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are thrilled to announce that Wegagen Bank has been awarded the Excellence in Customer Experience at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this accolade recognizes Wegagen Bank’s outstanding achievements in delivering exceptional customer service and enhancing the banking experience. Their innovative approaches and customer-centric

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are pleased to announce that Enat Bank S.C. has been honored with the Excellence in Women Empowerment award at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this prestigious award celebrates Enat Bank S.C.’s exceptional efforts in empowering women through innovative financial services and programs. Their initiatives have significantly cont

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are excited to announce that Cooperative Bank of Oromia has been awarded the Excellence in Digital Banking accolade at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this distinguished award recognizes Cooperative Bank of Oromia’s outstanding achievements in digital banking. Their innovative digital solutions have greatly enhanced the custo

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are pleased to announce that Mobifin has been honored with the Best Agency Banking Solution Provider award at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this prestigious award recognizes Mobifin’s exceptional contributions to agency banking. Their advanced solutions have significantly enhanced financial accessibility and efficiency, set

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are excited to announce that Bunna Bank S.C. has been honored with the Excellence in SME Financing award at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this esteemed award recognizes Bunna Bank S.C.’s exceptional achievements in supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Their innovative financing solutions have significantly

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are delighted to announce that Oromia Bank has been awarded the Excellence in OmniChannel Banking at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this prestigious award highlights Oromia Bank’s exemplary achievements in delivering a comprehensive omni-channel banking experience. Their innovative approach has enhanced customer access and i

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are proud to announce that Kaspersky has been awarded the Cyber Security Solution Provider of the Year at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this distinguished award recognizes Kaspersky’s exceptional contributions to cybersecurity. Their innovative solutions have set new standards in protecting digital infrastructures against e

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, August 14, 2024 – We are excited to announce that EFT Corporation has been recognized as the Best Payment Solution Provider of the Year at the Innovation & Excellence Awards, co-located with the Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia 2024!

Held on August 14th at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, this prestigious accolade highlights EFT Corporation’s exceptional achievements in delivering cutting-edge payment solutions. Their innovative technologies have set new standard

Reddit has established an exclusive partnership with Google, so restricting all other search engines from processing its material, marking a huge change in the digital world. This brave action has significant consequences for users as well as the larger IT industry, & it could change the nature of online information search. Techdrive Support explores the specifics of this collaboration, exploring its possible effects & effects on the future of online search.

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With all the gadgets and software updates that come out all the time in the tech world, it's easy to miss an important part: the unsung heroes of the support team. At Techdrive Support, we think that our support team is the most important part of making sure our customers are happy. They help even the least tech-savvy users figure out how to use our products.

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We've all been there: the dreaded spinning wheel of doom while waiting for an email to load or that painful buffer just as your favorite show's plot builds. It can be very frustrating to do even the most basic things online when your Wi-Fi signal is weak. But do not worry, fellow internet users! Before you give up and accept dial-up speeds for life, read these 10 simple steps to improve your Wi-Fi signal and get back your internet freedom.

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Abu Dhabi – Celebrated cybersecurity experts and distinguished leaders in the UAE, including Ahmad M.D. Ali Al Emadi, Nakheel Department Head of Cybersecurity & Innovation; Ahmed Nabil Mahmoud, Head of Cyber Defense Security Operations at ADIB Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank; and Dr. Lt. Col. Hamad Khalifa Al Nuaimi, Head of Telecommunications Division at the Information Technology Center, Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, along with a cohort of 120 other esteemed security leaders, are set to grace the forthcoming

Abu Dhabi – Celebrated cybersecurity experts and distinguished leaders in the UAE, including Ahmad M.D. Ali Al Emadi, Nakheel Department Head of Cybersecurity & Innovation; Ahmed Nabil Mahmoud, Head of Cyber Defense Security Operations at ADIB Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank; and Dr. Lt. Col. Hamad Khalifa Al Nuaimi, Head of Telecommunications Division at the Information Technology Center, Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, along with a cohort of 120 other esteemed security leaders, are set to grace the forthcomin