Mastercard is partnering with Microsoft, IBM, and other AI companies to develop technology that allows AI agents to shop online and make payments on behalf of users, streamlining the online shopping experience. The program, dubbed Mastercard Agent Pay, aims to simplify product discovery and purchasing through the use of intelligent AI assistants like Microsoft’s Copilot….
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to become a global leader in AI education by making Artificial Intelligence a required subject for all students from kindergarten through 12th grade, starting next year. The UAE Ministry of Education’s initiative aims to equip future generations with the skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world….
Every year on May 9, Russia celebrates Victory Day. It is one of the most important holidays in the country. This day marks the end of World War II in Europe, when Nazi Germany surrendered to the Soviet Union in 1945. The Victory Day Parade is held in Red Square, in the heart of Moscow,…
Burkina Faso’s interim President, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, arrived in Moscow on Wednesday, May 8, 2025, to join in the 80th anniversary celebrations of Victory Day. The event commemorates the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Traoré’s presence highlights Burkina Faso’s growing relationship with Russia, especially in areas like defense and infrastructure….
Rwanda is working to become a leader in artificial intelligence in Africa. It has signed an agreement with the United Arab Emirates and Malaysia to strengthen its AI sector through innovation, training, and global cooperation. AI is expected to change economies worldwide, affecting how things are made, education, government, and health. Africa wants to be…
Mobile Money Rwanda Ltd (MoMo Rwanda), a subsidiary of MTN Rwanda, has joined forces with Mastercard to launch the “Virtual Card by MoMo,” a digital payment solution poised to transform online transactions in Rwanda. The initiative, launched in December 2024, allows MTN MoMo customers to make secure online payments globally, regardless of whether they have…
While AI tools like ChatGPT surge in popularity, racking up billions of visits monthly, some individuals are pushing back against the growing influence of artificial intelligence. Concerns range from the environmental impact of energy-intensive AI systems to the potential erosion of human skills and values. Sabine Zetteler, who runs a London-based communications agency, questions the…
Washington, D.C. — Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on films produced outside the United States, escalating his ongoing push to revive domestic manufacturing — this time targeting the entertainment sector. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the U.S. film industry is “dying a…
In a seismic shift within the football world, Trent Alexander-Arnold has officially announced his departure from Liverpool FC after a remarkable 20-year tenure, culminating in a free transfer to Spanish giants Real Madrid. A Storied Anfield Journey Alexander-Arnold’s association with Liverpool began at the tender age of six, blossoming into a distinguished career marked by…
Blockchain technology is one of the most transformative innovations in the digital world today. Initially developed to support cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, blockchain is now revolutionizing industries far beyond finance, from supply chains to healthcare. What Is Blockchain? At its core, a blockchain is a distributed ledger that records transactions across many computers in such a…
