AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSatellite Tech in Cabo Verde: ARME has opened a public consultation on a regulatory framework for satellite communication networks and services, aiming for a modern, transparent, technology-neutral setup; the consultation runs until 31 August 2026. Cybersecurity: Interpol’s 2026 African Cyberthreat Assessment says AI is driving a surge in cybercrime across Africa, enabling 55% of reported incidents; it also notes record ransomware detections in Cabo Verde (16,997). Energy Storage Tech: Elestor’s hydrogen–iron flow batteries explain how separating power and energy capacity can support long-duration storage, using abundant materials and scalable electrolytes. Weather Data Innovation: WindBorne Systems’ long-duration weather balloons are evolving into “sky-to-sea” ocean buoys, with plans for thousands of buoys collecting data over the ocean. US Visa Policy Impact: The US has made its visa bond programme permanent, requiring up to $20,000 bonds for certain B1/B2 applicants from many African countries, with 24 countries exempt under the final rule.
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