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Banking & Finance
Cashless Cards for Merchants.. Here are New Details for Cashless Transactions

Cashless Cards for Merchants.. Here are New Details for Cashless Transactions

Periodic review of withdrawal ceilings based on usage indicators and needs. Training and awareness for merchants and citizens to expand the use of electronic payment. Algerians conducted more than 8.8 million online purchases in just thirty days, compared to over one million payments via electronic payment devices (TPE), reflecting the significant acceleration in the shift towards electronic payment and the gradual decline in reliance on cash liquidity in daily transactions. Meanwhile, authorities are moving to enhance this path by generalizing the 'Cashless' service and the cash card exclusively for merchants, and encouraging the use of checks, transfers, and electronic clearing when needed.

Jul 1, 2026echoroukonline.com
Manufacturing & Industry
Ford Brings Quality Experts Back to Its Factories

Ford Brings Quality Experts Back to Its Factories

Ford Motor Company announced that it has rehired some engineers after artificial intelligence failed to match their skills and extensive experience. The American company has relied on artificial intelligence in some parts of its operations, including quality inspections, in an attempt to leverage the advantages of this technology, which its developers claim can reduce costs and enhance productivity. However, according to Bloomberg News, Ford executives said it has rehired more than 300 veteran quality inspectors in recent years to compensate for the clear shortcomings of automated systems.

Jul 1, 2026echoroukonline.com
Technology & Digital
Push to Strengthen Cooperation and Partnership in Digital Transformation between Algeria and Estonia - Iqtissad Al Balad

Push to Strengthen Cooperation and Partnership in Digital Transformation between Algeria and Estonia - Iqtissad Al Balad

The Minister, High Commissioner for Digitalization, Mariem Ben Mouloud, met at the headquarters of the commission with Hansi Estok, the Director General of the Estonian Digital Government Academy, accompanied by representatives of the European Union mission in Algeria, as part of the implementation of the Economic Governance Support Program between Algeria and the European Union, and to strengthen cooperation and partnership in the field of digital transformation.

Jul 1, 2026iqtissadalbalad.dz
Technology & Digital
From 4 to 100.. A leap in converting scientific research outputs into economic projects

From 4 to 100.. A leap in converting scientific research outputs into economic projects

The Director General of Scientific Research and Technological Development at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Professor Mohamed Bouheicha, revealed that about 100 research products have entered the exploitation and conversion phase into economic projects, compared to only 3 to 4 projects annually in previous years. He confirmed that the ministry is also working on equipping 20 research platforms with the latest tools, in addition to developing new mechanisms to support researchers and enhance the contribution of Algerian talents both domestically and abroad. Bouheicha explained, during his appearance on the program 'Guest of the Morning' on the first radio channel, that the Ministry of Higher Education is working on creating a comprehensive ecosystem for scientific research, which includes regulatory texts that allow researchers to...

Jun 30, 2026echoroukonline.com
Agriculture & Agribusiness
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Yassine Walid supervises the official launch of the National Agricultural Information System

Yassine Walid, Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Fisheries, today, Monday, June 29, 2026, oversaw the official launch of the National Agricultural Information System, which aims to provide reliable and updated data on this strategic sector, enhancing governance and supporting decision-making at both central and local levels. This is part of the implementation of the agricultural sector action plan for 2026, particularly concerning the modernization and digitization of the sector. The system, developed by a group of young Algerian talents, was launched during a national meeting attended by sector officials at both central and local levels, directors of institutes and research centers, and officials from economic groups and regulatory agencies.

Jun 30, 2026iqtissadalbalad.dz
Agriculture & Agribusiness
Launch of the National Agricultural Information System

Launch of the National Agricultural Information System

Algeria - The Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Fisheries, Yacine Walid, today, Monday, in Algiers, oversaw the launch of the National Agricultural Information System, aimed at providing reliable and up-to-date data about the sector to enhance governance and support decision-making at both central and local levels, as part of the implementation of the agricultural sector action plan for 2026, particularly concerning modernization and digitization.

Jun 30, 2026aps.dz