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CasaTourat: A new app transforms how Casablanca’s heritage is explored

The Casamémoire Association, dedicated to preserving the architectural heritage of Casablanca, has officially launched CasaTourat, an innovative mobile application designed to showcase the city’s cultural treasures. Developed in collaboration with LionsGeek and supported by the French Development......

Artificial Intelligence reshapes Morocco's creative industry landscape

In a significant development for Morocco's cultural sector, European Union officials and industry leaders gathered in Casablanca to discuss the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in the cultural and creative industries (CCI). Daniele Dotto, Deputy Head of the EU Delegation to......

Moroccan innovator Abdelatif Belmakdame wins global digital prosperity award in Jordan

Abdelatif Belmakdame, a Moroccan entrepreneur, was awarded the prestigious Global Digital Prosperity Award on Tuesday, February 18. The announcement took place during the fourth General Assembly of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) at the King Hussein Bin Talal Conference Center, located by......

How TikTok's 2025 algorithm shapes content strategy and growth

TikTok's evolving platform continues to dominate social media, with its sophisticated algorithm determining which content reaches broader audiences. Success on the platform now requires a deep understanding of both technical and creative elements to achieve sustainable growth. The platform's......

6 Million Moroccans Embrace Cryptocurrencies Despite Strict Regulations

Morocco is witnessing a significant rise in cryptocurrency adoption, despite stringent restrictions imposed by the central bank on digital asset transactions. A recent report by the financial services platform "HelloSafe" highlights the increasing number of Moroccans engaging with cryptocurrencies,......

Morocco unveils unified digital portal to streamline government services

Morocco has launched a comprehensive National Digital Services Portal, marking a significant advancement in the country's administrative digitalization efforts. The platform, developed by the Ministry of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, centralizes over 600 government services into a......

Online hate surges 16% in 2024: Bodyguard study maps social media toxicity

A comprehensive report by the Online Hate Observatory at Bodyguard shows a concerning 16% increase in hateful content across social media platforms in 2024 compared to the previous year. The study, which analyzed 3.8 billion comments, identified over 108 million toxic messages, highlighting the growing......

Digital trends 2025: Internet hits 5.5 billion users as mobile dominates

The latest Digital Report by We Are Social and Meltwater reveals significant shifts in worldwide internet usage, mobile adoption, and social media engagement. As of 2025, global internet users have reached 5.56 billion, marking a 2.5% increase from the previous year. Users spend an average of 6 hours......

Morocco's Growing Role in the Cryptocurrency Market in the MENA Region

Morocco has been steadily increasing its presence in the cryptocurrency market within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. According to a report by a leading blockchain data analytics company, Morocco is ranked 27th globally in terms of cryptocurrency adoption. This impressive ranking highlights......

Geopolitical Implications of Digital Cartography: Google Maps and Name Disputes

The influence of political decisions on digital platforms has reached new heights with recent changes announced by Google Maps, reflecting a shift in how geographical names are presented. Following an executive order from U.S. President Donald Trump, Google Maps will rename the Gulf of Mexico to the......

CESE unveils digital avatar “Rou’ya” to enhance citizen engagement

The Moroccan Economic, Social, and Environmental Council (CESE) has introduced its first-ever digital avatar, named “Rou’ya,” signaling a bold step toward modernizing institutional communication. This innovative initiative aims to bridge the gap between public institutions and Morocco’s......

US Users Migrate to Chinese App Amid Looming TikTok Ban

As the United States prepares to enforce a TikTok ban over national security concerns, many young Americans have turned to Xiaohongshu, a Chinese social media platform often compared to Instagram, seeking a similar experience. The app recently surged to the top of app store charts in the U.S., with users......

Musk’s Engagement with AfD Leader Sparks EU Scrutiny Ahead of German Election

STOCKHOLM, Jan 9 – Elon Musk’s anticipated discussion with Alice Weidel, leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, on his platform has drawn the attention of the European Commission. The event is being monitored closely to prevent potential dissemination of misinformation......