AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFintech & Trading: INGOT Group marked its 20th anniversary by launching Rise, a new trading app rolling out across MENA and LATAM, built to move users from idea to position fast, with an automatic loss refund up to $100 for first trades that don’t go to plan. Banking AI: Absa says its agentic AI chatbot is handling 100,000+ queries per month across about 1.6m users as the bank pushes technology into measurable customer and business outcomes. Cybersecurity (Seychelles): Safepal disclosed a data breach affecting 39,798 customers after an order-tracking plugin flaw exposed names, emails and shipping addresses, while wallet keys were not taken. Connectivity Tech: Airtel Africa and SpaceX’s Starlink launched direct-to-phone satellite service in the DRC, letting compatible smartphones connect without a dish (starting with SMS and light data). Blue Economy / Ocean Rights: Mauritius won UN approval to extend its continental shelf by 145,000 sq km, opening doors for seabed resources and marine research. Local Relevance (Seychelles): A feature highlights Seychelles experiences beyond beaches, including conservation and wildlife-focused tourism.
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