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Meeting with the Communications and Informatics Regulatory Authority

On Tuesday afternoon, at the headquarters of the Communications and Informatics Regulatory Authority in Tripoli, a meeting was held between the Authority and the Libyan Technology Foundation.

The meeting was chaired by the President of the Authority Eng. Abdul Basit Al-Baour, and attended by the directors of the concerned departments in the Authority, and the President and members of LTF. It was primarily devoted to discussing enhancing cooperation between the Authority and civil society organizations in the field of telecommunications, exchanging ideas and information on issues related to the sector, and identifying areas of joint cooperation.

In his introductory speech, Mr. Abdul Basit Al-Baour expressed the authority’s readiness to cooperate with civil institutions, and reviewed some of the obstacles that may hinder the production of effective partnerships between the public and private sectors, foremost of which is the issue of confidence-building, as well as legal obstacles, noting that the authority is preparing a new telecommunications law that will take into account the development of the telecommunications sector and the need to build fruitful partnerships in order to reach the information society, stressing that the relationship based on solid foundations will be beneficial to the citizen first and to public and private institutions as well.

For his part, the head of the Libyan Technology Foundation, Amin Saleh, indicated their aspiration to conclude a partnership with public institutions, foremost of which is the Communications Commission, given that it is the legislative body for the sector, as well as its functional competence and legal force.

The 3rd edition of the Developers Summit

Launching the third edition of the Developers Summit within one of the projects of the Libyan Technology Foundation, which aims to build an effective technical community, of developers, programmers and pioneers of the technical field, and seeks to provide an interactive space, with the aim of exchanging knowledge, raising awareness, taking note of the latest developments in the field and expanding the network of relations between colleagues in the field.

For more information about the event you van visit the following link: Developers Summit – Libyan Technology Foundation

The First Fintech City Event

On Saturday, June 1, 2024, the inaugural #fintechcity event took place, bringing together a diverse group of individuals passionate about financial technology. The event featured a variety of engaging activities and culminated in a thought-provoking panel discussion titled “Fintech Opportunities in the Libyan Market.”

Moderated by Ms. Daad Majed Al Sheikh, the panel featured:

  • Mr. Mohammed Al Hawla
  • Dr. Abdelsalam Al Hatttab
  • Mr. Ahmed Al Ardawi

The panelists exchanged insights and expertise on the concept of fintech, its various fields, the Libyan market’s readiness to adopt such projects, investment strategies for fostering innovation in this domain among future generations, and the availability of future opportunities for youth to establish fintech companies and institutions.

The discussion also addressed the challenges faced by financial companies from various perspectives, including legislation, regulations, and infrastructure.

This event was held in conjunction with National Information Technology Day and as part of ongoing efforts to promote digital innovation and support growth in the Libyan fintech sector. The organizers emphasized the importance of embracing technological solutions and applications to keep pace with global advancements and achieve economic growth.

Event Sponsors:

Libyan Technology Foundation

Makeen

HiveSpace

Signing a cooperation agreement with Edah Aljadid

We are very pleased to sign a memorandum of cooperation and understanding with Edah Aljadid, which aims to create a cooperative environment that contributes to achieving sustainable development of technical and human capabilities.

This memorandum includes many aspects specialized in organizing training courses and workshops and is concerned with the most important modern technologies and the development of human cadres constantly towards learning everything new in this world and organizing dialogues and fruitful discussion sessions within Ehad Aljadid Center to attract all those interested in technology and provide a suitable and appropriate ground.

We look forward to working together and always pushing the wheel of development for the better.

Signing a cooperation agreement with Octagon

We are pleased to announce the signing of a cooperation agreement between Octagon and Libyan Technology Foundation (formerly the Libyan Organization for Information and Communication Technology), in the field of translation services of all kinds. The ceremony took place during the proceedings National Technology Day 2024.

We contribute through our partnerships in building bridges of cooperation between various sectors and institutions in Libya, aiming to raise the level of translation services and enhance cultural exchange.

Rebranding of the Libyan Information Technology and Telecommunication Organization and Change of Name to “Libyan Technology Foundation”

Important Announcement:

Tripoli, May 12, 2024: We are pleased to announce the rebranding and official name change of the Libyan Information Technology and Telecommunication Organization to the Libyan Technology Foundation (LTF). This change reflects our commitment to better serve the Libyan people and advance the country’s digital development.

New Name, New Vision:

LTF is committed to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the field of information and communication technology (ICT). We believe that ICT has the power to transform Libya’s economy and society.

Our Goals:

  • Support ICT innovation and entrepreneurship
  • Provide ICT education and training
  • Strengthen cooperation between ICT stakeholders

We invite all our partners and customers to use the new name LITF in all official correspondence and marketing materials.

The conclusion of the second “capacity building” training of the Libyan Audit Bureau

The Libyan Information Technology and Telecommunication Organization concluded on Sunday, May 5, 2024, the second training of the “Capacity Building” project of the Libyan Audit Bureau, as part of its tireless endeavor to develop the capabilities of the Libyan Audit Bureau‘s employees in various technical fields.

The four-day training dealt with the topic of “Cybersecurity Audit”, where Mr. Khaled Embarek gave a full explanation of the mechanisms of auditing cybersecurity and the following topics were discussed:

  • Cybersecurity compliance: Cybersecurity compliance requirements for organizations have been explained, including international standards and best practices.
  • Risk Management: Participants were introduced to the concept of cybersecurity risk management, and how to assess and mitigate risks.
  • Skills of preparing the inspector to examine the security policies of the auditors: The skills of preparing the auditors to examine the security policies of the auditor and make recommendations were explained.

The participants showed great interest in the subject, as they expressed their great benefit from the information and experiences that were provided during the training.

These trainings are part of the efforts of the organization aimed at enhancing the capabilities of national cadres in various aspects of technology and raising awareness of the importance of protecting information and systems from electronic risks.

Our organization obtains the first cyber risk insurance policy in Libya

With pride, after the Libyan Organization for Information Technology and Telecommunications obtained the certificate of compliance from the National Information Security and Safety Authority on April 15, 2024, after conforming to the national standards for information security and safety. The Libyan Organization for Information Technology and Telecommunications obtains an insurance policy against cyber risks, from Albaraka Insurance the first of its kind in Libya.

This achievement is the culmination of a year-long effort by the organization’s team, with the advisory support of many partners and supporters.

The insurance policy bears the number 00001 and is the first in the field of cybersecurity in Libya.

Obtaining this certificate and document is conclusive evidence of our commitment to the highest standards of cybersecurity, and our relentless endeavor to protect our data and business continuity from any cyber risks in accordance with the obligations and standards contained in the policy.

We thank all those who contributed to achieving this great achievement, including partners, supporters, the organization’s team and the Al Baraka Insurance Company team.

Together towards a secure digital future!

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Training on the regulatory aspects of electronic payments … Capacity Building

Regulatory aspects of electronic payments: a resounding success for a training session at The Libyan Information Technology and Telecommunication Organization

The session aimed to enhance the trainees’ competence in the field of electronic payment control, and provide them with the necessary skills and standards to apply best practices in this field. The session also focused on raising the trainees’ ability to analyze and solve problems related to the application of electronic payments, in order to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this modern financial system.

The session received great interaction from the participants, who expressed their thanks and appreciation to the experts for the valuable information they provided, and to The Libyan Information Technology and Telecommunication Organization for organizing this training session.

During this session, several important topics were addressed, including:

  • The concept of electronic payments and their types
  • Regulatory systems for electronic payments
  • The risks of electronic payments and how to reduce them
  • Best Practices in Controlling Electronic Payments
  • The role of the Libyan Audit Bureau in controlling electronic payments
  • The session also addressed some of the challenges facing the implementation of electronic payments in Libya, such as:
    • Lack of awareness of the importance of electronic payments
    • Poor technical infrastructure
    • Lack of trust in electronic payment systems

Partnership between the organization and the Internet community Libya ISOC Libya

New Collaboration | We put our hand in the hands of ISOC Libya to march towards a better Internet!

The Libyan Information and Communication Technology Organization is pleased to announce its partnership with the Internet community – ISOC Libya

This partnership aims to continue celebrating technology in Libya, share our resources to enhance our initiatives, and jointly work on capacity building projects to increase the number of people working on cyber issues.

Join us on the journey of making the internet a better and more inclusive place for everyone in Libya. Your support and participation motivates us to do more, and to be closer to tangible success!

Stay tuned for updates on our joint ventures and how you can be part of these developments.