From teaching herself coding at age 12 to becoming one of the world’s youngest tech CEOs, Crystal Kewe is inspiring innovation in Papua New Guinea. Her company, Crysan Technology, and the award-winning Biluminous app are helping connect traditional artisans with global digital markets.

Crystal Kewe: PNG’s Young Tech CEO Transforming Digital Innovation

A young tech leader from Papua New Guinea is inspiring a new generation of innovators across the Pacific. Crystal Kewe, who began teaching herself computer programming at just 12 years old, later became one of the youngest technology CEOs in the world.

At age 15, she co-founded Crysan Technology with her father in Port Moresby. The company now works on software development projects and digital solutions for organisations and government initiatives.

One of her most notable innovations is the Biluminous mobile app, created during the 2018 APEC App Challenge. The app helps traditional bilum weavers in Papua New Guinea sell their handmade products online.

Her achievements earned her the APEC Digital Prosperity Award, recognising her leadership in technology and digital inclusion.

Today, Crystal Kewe continues to advocate for STEM education, youth empowerment, and opportunities for women in technology, making her one of Papua New Guinea’s most inspiring young innovators.

Crystal Kewe, young tech entrepreneur from Papua New Guinea and co-founder of Crysan Technology, speaking about innovation and digital empowerment. Designed by Image Studio

Israel carried out a rare daylight airstrike targeting a high-level meeting of Iran’s leadership. According to reports from Reuters and CNN, the strike happened at 8:15 a.m., focusing on a gathering that allegedly included Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, President Masoud Pezeshkian, and senior military officials.

Unlike previous nighttime attacks, this strike was carefully timed after months of surveillance and intelligence gathering. Officials say the operation aimed at leadership figures rather than infrastructure.

It is still unclear whether Khamenei was present during the strike or moved beforehand. Iran later fired missiles in retaliation at several countries, most of which were intercepted. The event has raised serious concerns about regional stability and internal security within Iran.