Impact of social networks on societies highlighted with need to establish mechanisms framing their use

ALGIERS- A workshop on “The Impact of Social Networks on Societies, Realities and Challenges” has been held to shed light on the dangers of the misuse of social networks that have become a fertile ground for news.

The meeting was organized, on November, 14th, by the National Council of Algerian Journalists (CNJA), to draw inspiration from the opinions and proposals of stakeholders of different specialties on ways and means to make optimal"...

At CIIE 2019 Panasonic Showcases Solutions to Help Bring to Life China's ''Healthy China 2030'' Vision

Panasonic Corporation took part in the 2nd China International Import Expo (CIIE) 2019, which was held in Shanghai from November 5 to 10.
Under the theme, Limitless Care for Healthy Living, Panasonic showcased health and welfare products and solutions that reflect its unique health values. With these products and solutions for a healthy life and aging society, Panasonic aspires to help bring to life China's Healthy China 2030 vision. Panasonic also introduced its cutting-edge technologies that contribute to the"...

Motorola Solutions expands video security portfolio to support crime-fighting

Motorola Solutions, a global leader in mission-critical communications, has expanded its video security portfolio with new solutions that help police respond more efficiently in emergency situations.

The company presented in Cape Town a wide range of video security solutions including body-worn video devices paired with secure evidence management software, and an AI-powered video platform that allows public safety agencies to use video proactively"...

Visa Introduces Team Visa Roster Ahead of the Olympic and Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020

Visa (NYSE: V), the Worldwide Payment Technology Partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, today announced its most diverse roster of athletes on Team Visa Tokyo 2020. Representing 43 countries, the most in Team Visa history, the current roster is comprised of 70+ athletes across 30+ sports, including new additions to The Games: Surfing, Skateboarding and Sport Climbing.

The announcement was made at the Team Visa Summit, hosted at the company’s"...

CHTF2019 Kicks off in Shenzhen, Gathering Global Exhibitors and Visitors

China’s No. 1 technology show – the 21st China Hi-Tech Fair (CHTF2019) – opened at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center on November 13, and will run till November 17.

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NEC and VAXIMM Announce Collaboration to Advance Personalized Neoantigen Cancer Vaccines

NEC Corporation (NEC; TOKYO: 6701), a leader in IT and network technologies, and VAXIMM AG, a Swiss/German biotech company focused on developing oral T-cell immunotherapies, today announced that the companies have signed a strategic clinical trial collaboration agreement and an equity investment agreement to develop novel personalized neoantigen cancer vaccines.

Under the terms of the collaboration agreement, which is non-exclusive to both parties,"...

2020 pivotal for deeper cloud adoption

In a first of its new Hype series, Routed, a vendor neutral cloud infrastructure provider, will host Guy Zibi, principal analyst, Xalam Analytics, to discuss, dispel and predict the journey of the African cloud. Routed Managing Director, Andrew Cruise, says that the workshops, hosted by Teraco, will take place in both Johannesburg and Cape Town in November and will aim to assist local businesses to better understand the African cloud environment, why companies should move, what cloud services exist and how to overcome the"...

ICT regulator challenges mobile operators to enhance quality of service

Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has asked mobile network operators to deploy more masts in terrains with mountains and valleys in order to enhance their quality of service, amid complaints of increased drop calls and weak signals in such the regions.

Speaking during the 18th ICT Consumer Forum, dubbed Kikao Kikuu in Nyandarua County Mercy Wanjau, CA’s acting Director General said while mobile penetration in the country stands at 109"...

IoT, big data analytics offer solutions to global food crisis

The economic growth of a country depends on its agricultural practices. The worldwide population has been rapidly increasing along with the demand for food and it’s consumption.

But the production rate of food is slow compared to the pace of growing population. Meeting the needs of the people is getting even more challenging with passing years.

This demand has given"...

BenQ Launches Smart Projector and DuoBoard Designed for Collaboration and Smart Workplace

BenQ, the global leader in Display Solutions, showcased a new series of display products including a Smart Projector and DuoBoard Interactive Flat Panel at “More Than Connection”. The launch event was hosted in Dubai, inviting its partners across the Middle East & Turkey. The event was also honoured by a key guest speaker from GEMS Education, Mr. Shabeer Mohammed, Vice President and Group Head of Technology Services, who touch based on the Evolution of Classroom Technology and Vision of Future Classrooms.