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2023-06-05 13:25
Recently, night vision (NV) and thermal imaging (TI) technologies have become available to the military and ordinary people. They have found wide applications in the civil sphere, ranging fr… Read More
2023-06-04 23:08
Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB) has revealed the selection of 12 startups to form the inaugural cohort of the Mastercard Foundation Ed-Tech Fellowship Program in Nigeria. The program, initially anno… Read More
2023-06-04 22:48
Fitbit made it clear last year that significant changes were underway as Google aimed to integrate the Fitbit brand into its own. The company announced the discontinuation of Fitbit account… Read More
2023-06-04 22:19
Tingo Mobile, a leading Agri-Fintech company operating in Africa, announced that it has provided a 3 Billion Naira (approximately USD $6.5 Million) loan facility to the All Farmers Associati… Read More
2023-06-04 21:59
In a statement made available today, the Senegalese government has restricted access to mobile internet services in specific areas because of deadly rioting in which “hateful and subve… Read More
2023-06-04 21:14
Mastercard Foundation and Institut Pasteur de Dakar (IPD) have announced a $45 million partnership named MADIBA (Manufacturing in Africa for Disease Immunization and Building Autonomy) towar… Read More
2023-06-02 07:21
President William Ruto of Kenya has launched the second phase of the Hustler fund targetting small investment groups (Chamas) and Savings and Credit Co-Operative Societies (Saccos).
Accor… Read More
2023-06-02 06:30
Apple’s App Store ecosystem achieved a remarkable milestone in 2022, with developer billings and sales surpassing an impressive $1.1 trillion, as confirmed by an independent study cond… Read More
2023-06-01 05:26
Baidu Inc., the prominent Chinese search giant, has announced its plans to establish a venture capital fund with a total investment of 1 billion yuan ($145 million). The fund aims to support… Read More
2023-06-01 05:09
Uganda’s Zofi Cash announced that it has raised $1m pre-seed funding from Advancly.
Founded in 2020 by Paul Kirungi (CEO) and Gordon Turibamwe (CTO), Zofi Cash is a digital fi… Read More
2023-06-01 04:45
Morocco-based healthtech startup DataPathology has raised $1 million (10 million Dirhams) from Azur Innovation Fund to expand its network of laboratories in Morocco and Africa. It also inten… Read More
2023-05-31 19:21
If you’re a Jeep owner and you’ve ever found yourself wanting to buy parts for your vehicle, you know it can be challenging to find a place to sell them. That’s because man… Read More
2023-05-31 19:17
Trades have been one of the best options for businesses to present their products and services to the right target audience and potential clients, especially in the B2B segment. That’s… Read More
2023-05-31 17:41
Looks like Snapchat is focused on developing AI features on its platform. Just few months, it launched My AI, a chatbot customised for the social media app that runs on OpenAI’s GPT te… Read More
2023-05-30 23:48
Microsoft has announced the general availability of its AI-based Intelligent meeting recap feature for Microsoft Teams Premium customers. Following its initial launch in October last year, t… Read More
2023-05-30 22:54
In response to the increasing prevalence of AI-generated images and videos on its platform, Twitter is experimenting a potential solution to help users identify potentially misleading media… Read More
2023-05-30 15:10
Chip maker, Nvidia, has joined the ranks of companies valued over $1 Trillion such as Alphabet Inc., Amazon.com Inc., Apple Inc. and Microsoft Corp. Fewer than 10 compani… Read More
2023-05-30 13:46
Sun King, a prominent solar energy solutions provider in Africa and Asia, continues its impressive growth trajectory with another significant development. Following its recent acquisition of… Read More
2023-05-30 08:39
Puzzle games are a great way to have fun and challenge yourself, but they can also provide significant benefits to your brain. Whether you enjoy crossword puzzles, Sudoku, or jigsaw puzzles… Read More
2023-05-29 23:17
The ability to share screens on WhatsApp is coming to Android phones. According to WABetaInfo reports, WhatsApp beta for the Android 2.23.11.19 update is allowing some beta testers to try ou… Read More
2023-05-29 19:33
MultiChoice Group, the South African media company known for its popular services like DStv and GOtv, is venturing into the fintech market with the launch of a new joint venture called Momen… Read More
2023-05-16 21:27
Fresh from securing $1 million from Orange Ventures in February 2023, Morocco-based B2B e-commerce platform Chari has secured an undisclosed amount from Plug and Play. This is the second rou… Read More
2023-05-16 17:40
Samsung, a long-time critic of OLED, is reportedly signing a deal to buy OLED panels from its South Korean rival, LG. While neither company has confirmed the reports, Reuters suggest that LG… Read More
2023-05-16 16:49
Just like Twitter, Google has announced that it would begin deleting inactive personal user accounts starting from December 2023. The decision is part of the tech giant’s efforts to bo… Read More
2023-05-16 14:49
Mobile Premier League (MPL), a leading esports and digital gaming platform, has expanded its global reach by launching its official app in Nigeria. In collaboration with Carry1st, the offici… Read More
2023-05-16 14:37
Office happy hours are a great way to foster team building, boost morale, and provide a social opportunity for employees. Planning and hosting a successful office happy hour requires careful… Read More
2023-05-16 14:34
Lawyers frequently find themselves embroiled in complex and controversial legal cases that demand their utmost attention and preparation. However, even the most meticulous of attorneys may s… Read More
2023-05-16 13:11
Nigerian edtech giant, uLesson, renowned for its impressive track record in K-12 online education across Africa, announced today that it has been granted an Open Distance eLearning License f… Read More
2023-05-10 06:27
Egypt’s fintech Balad has raised a seven-figure pre-Seed round led by Acasia Ventures. Other investors in the round included Launch Africa, Future Africa, V&R, Magic Fund, First Ci… Read More
2023-05-10 06:16
Saudi Arabia-based mobility solutions platform Morni has invested in its Egyptian counterpart, Helpoo. The deal, whose value is undisclosed, was facilitated by Exits.me, a mergers and acquis… Read More
2023-05-10 05:58
Egypt-based VC fund DisrupTech Ventures has received a $5 million investment from Proparco to support development in Egypt’s fintech sector and help expand access to financial services… Read More
2023-05-09 10:05
Coding boot camps, such as General Assembly, are integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into their curriculum to prepare students for an AI-integrated workforce. General Assembly, a pionee… Read More
2023-05-09 09:15
In a recent move, Spotify has taken action against AI-generated music with illegitimate streams, specifically targeting tracks created by Boomy, an application that uses artificial intellige… Read More
2023-05-09 08:47
Google has recently introduced a blue checkmark verification process to enhance email security and trust in Gmail. The new feature is aimed at helping users identify legitimate senders and c… Read More
2023-05-09 08:12
WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is rolling out its in-chat payment feature for local businesses in Singapore, allowing customers to purchase directly through the messaging app. Following successful… Read More
2023-05-03 17:58
Stripe has partnered with Microsoft to enable businesses to accept payments directly in Microsoft Teams.
The Microsoft Teams collaboration platform offers video conferencing, voice, messa… Read More
2023-05-03 17:18
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has signed a $3 Billion Country Programme with the Government of Kenya.
The programme will support viable trade and trade-related investments… Read More
2023-05-03 10:20
One of the fastest growing streaming platforms in Africa, Wi-flix has expanded its operations to Zambia following the launch of its attractive packages with mobile telecommunications giant M… Read More
2023-05-03 10:09
Are you a Telegram user looking to better organise your large group chats? You’re in luck! Telegram has feature called ‘Topics’ that allows admins to create separate sectio… Read More
2023-05-03 09:34
Nigerian platform providing global automotive spare parts and vehicle repairs and maintenance services, Mecho Autotech, has announced it will launch a version v2.0 of its vehicle management… Read More
2023-05-03 09:15
Mozilla, the company behind the popular Firefox web browser, has recently acquired Fakespot, a start-up that specialises in identifying fake or unreliable online reviews. Fakespot’s in… Read More
2023-05-02 21:45
Treepz, the leading African mobility company, has re-launched its consumer facing app as a new innovation in Africa. It is the first car-sharing marketplace in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and Uga… Read More
2023-05-02 17:00
In a landmark move, tech giants Apple and Google have teamed up to develop an industry specification aimed at preventing unwanted tracking through Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple&rsq&hell…Read More
2023-05-02 13:21
NOMBA, formerly known as Kudi, announced that it has raised $30 million at a valuation of over $150 million. The Series-B funding round was led by San Francisco-based Base 10 Partners… Read More
2023-05-02 13:19
If you were unexpectedly logged out of Twitter yesterday, you were not alone. The social media platform experienced a glitch, forcing numerous users out of their accounts, leaving them unabl… Read More
2023-05-02 12:40
Samsung Electronics has recently prohibited its employees from using generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT and Google Bard, due to concerns over data leaks and security risks. The South Korea… Read More
2023-05-01 21:13
Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission has started accepting applications for its Regulatory Incubation (RI) program for FinTech firms operating or seeking to operate in the Nigerian Ca… Read More
2023-05-01 20:48
Nigeria’s Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) announced that it has developed a cardiovascular drug from oyster mushrooms.
The innovation is through patents… Read More
2023-05-01 20:08
The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reviewing applications for digital exchanges on a trial basis to expand market participation in the country.
According to Abdulka… Read More
2023-05-01 06:51
ChatGPT’s service is now available in Italy, a couple of days after OpenAI announced a set of privacy controls for the generative AI chatbot.
CEO Sam Altman tweeted about… Read More
2023-04-30 20:08
Mastercard and IT banking solutions company, egabi FSI have teamed up to expand financial institutions and non-traditional partners’ access to new embedded finance and digital lending… Read More
2023-04-30 19:43
Tunisia-based e-commerce platform Drest.tn has raised $336,000 from 216 Capital Ventures. The fundraising round will enable Drest.tn to continue its growth and expand into the African market… Read More
2023-04-30 11:03
Twitter CEO Elon Musk announced yesterday that the social media platform will allow media publishers to charge users on a per-article basis with just one click. The feature will be launched… Read More
2023-04-30 10:38
In today’s global digital landscape, mobile optimisation is crucial for the success of any website. While translating the content into multiple languages is essential, ensuring that th… Read More
2023-04-29 05:45
OpenAI, the company behind the conversational AI model ChatGPT, has raised $300 million from venture capital firms at between $27 million and $29 billion valuation. According to a… Read More
2023-04-28 09:31
YouTube Music has officially started rolling out podcasts to its platform in the United States for Android, iOS, and web users. The launch comes after Kai Chuk, YouTube’s podcasting he… Read More
2023-04-27 17:33
Kaspersky has revealed in its Digital Payment survey that 37% of respondents from Nigeria experienced financial losses associated with threats when using online banking and mobile wallet ser… Read More
2023-04-27 16:57
Web3 technology company, OKX has launched a new interactive metaverse avatar campaign with the English Premier League champions, Manchester City. The new experience at playforthecity.com all… Read More
2023-04-27 13:26
Solar panels have become increasingly popular as an environmentally-friendly energy solution, thanks to technological advancements and reduced costs. As homeowners invest in this renewable e… Read More
2023-04-27 11:26
Google Meet has taken a significant step forward in enhancing its video conferencing capabilities by offering support for 1080p video resolution to select Google Workspace and Google One sub… Read More
2023-04-27 11:16
The MTN Group has launched its flagship MTN Skills Academy in Zambia aimed at addressing the digital skills gap in Africa. The Academy which was first introduced at MWC in Kigali is a… Read More
2023-04-27 09:47
The African Development Fund and Smart Africa Alliance have partnered to launch a $1.5 million project to streamline digital trade and e-commerce policies across 10 African countries.
The… Read More
2023-04-27 09:22
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has signed a $525,000 grant agreement with Africa Fintech Network (AFN) for the setup of the Africa Fintech Hub, an online portal that will serve as a one… Read More
2023-04-14 10:05
Apple, the technology giant known for its focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility, has announced a new challenge: to use only recycled cobalt in its batteries by 2025. The c… Read More
2023-04-14 09:13
Twitter has unveiled a new feature called “Subscriptions,” allowing users to offer paid subscriptions to their followers for exclusive content. The feature appears to be a revamp… Read More
2023-04-14 07:40
WhatsApp, the widely adored instant messaging app, continuously strives to enhance its user experience. The developers prioritise keeping the app ahead of its competitors, making it increasi… Read More
2023-04-13 22:27
Yet another crypto startup has succumbed to the challenges of the VUCA environment that we live in. This time, it is the turn of 2-year old Nigerian crypto payment startup, Lazerpay founded… Read More
2023-04-13 21:22
Ghana has become the first country to approve a new malaria vaccine – called R21 – from Oxford University. Ghana’s drug regulator has approved the vaccine domestically for… Read More
2023-04-13 19:22
Nigerian Science, Technology & Innovation Television (NSTI-TV) is a dedicated television channel launched by the Nigerian government, focusing on scientific knowledge and technological a… Read More
2023-04-13 17:20
Simeon Ononobi is the Co-founder/CEO of Connected Analytics (ThankUCash). The company has just launched a new venture called Dealday Africa, an e-commerce platform that promotes deals, disco… Read More
2023-04-11 06:08
The Orange Business Intelligence Technology team ORBIT, which is the research and tech unit for Orange Group Nigeria recently released its smartphone and application penetration study for Qu… Read More
2023-04-10 19:36
Tech giant Google has stated in a recent update that apps aiming to provide or facilitate personal loans may not access user contacts or photos effective from May 31, 2023. Hitherto, loan ap… Read More
2023-04-10 18:59
Emirates Telecommunications Group Company (etisalat by e&) announced that it has agreed to acquire 50.03% of Careem Super App developed by Uber Technologies and its subsidiary Careem for… Read More
2023-04-10 18:13
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has released a list of 173 companies approved to provide digital lending services in Nigeria.
In a statement released by… Read More
2023-04-10 16:58
Forex trading is a difficult task that requires a good understanding of how the market works, how economic indicators work, and how to trade. However, many traders overlook the importance of… Read More
2023-04-06 16:07
South African digital payment service provider, Peach Payments has secured $31 million from Apis Growth Fund II, a private equity fund managed by Apis Partners LLP. The completion of th… Read More
2023-04-06 15:25
Wema Bank has appointed Moruf Oseni as the substantive Managing Director/CEO following approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The Apex bank also approved the appointments of tw… Read More
2023-04-05 11:39
EthSwitch, Ethiopia’s national payment switch has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mastercard that will enable financial institutions across Ethiopia to boost the adopti… Read More
2023-04-05 06:04
Microsoft has officially announced the launch of its latest product, the Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock, shortly after it was leaked to the public.
This new dock is priced at $299.99 and wil… Read More
2023-04-05 05:16
In today’s world, tasks have become more manageable for modern homeowners and business owners alike. Using mobile phones, anyone can turn on robot cleaners, regulate a room’s the… Read More
2023-04-04 20:26
Virgin Orbit, the satellite launch company, founded by Richard Branson has filed for bankruptcy protection in the US after failing to raise funds to keep afloat.
This news comes within a… Read More
2023-04-04 18:02
The United Kingdom privacy watchdog has fined Chinese TikTok £12.7 million ($16 million) for misusing children’s data and violating other protections for users’ personal in… Read More
2023-04-04 14:00
Shuttlers, a Nigerian ride-sharing startup has raised $4 million in a funding round led by Verod-Kepple Africa Ventures (VKAV). Other participants include VestedWorld, SheEquity, CMC 21 &&hell…Read More
2023-04-04 11:26
Union Bank of Nigeria has teamed up with Choice International Group (CIG) Motors Limited to provide auto financing services to the Bank’s customers on the purchase of the GAC range of… Read More
2023-03-31 18:27
The United States is currently the world’s largest economy, with a nominal GDP of USD$23.0. It’s also among the globe’s fastest-growing economies, a reason most internation… Read More
2023-03-31 17:18
Google has unveiled a range of upcoming generative AI features for its Workspace applications, including Google Docs, Gmail, Sheets, and Slides, aiming to compete with rivals in the AI space… Read More
2023-03-31 14:51
Italy’s data protection authority has imposed an immediate ban on access to OpenAI’s widely-used artificial intelligence chatbot, ChatGPT, due to alleged privacy infringements… Read More
2023-03-30 21:17
Access Bank has become the first Nigerian bank to issue issue the first live card of Nigeria’s national card scheme called AfriGO Card.
The AfriGO card scheme is the result of a col… Read More
2023-03-30 20:49
Africa’s premier Growth Agency, alGROWithm recently announced that applications are open to startups from Nigeria & Kenya for their Growth Talent Accelerator Programme (GTAP) 2023… Read More
2023-03-30 20:35
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has given the green light to two contracts worth N24.20 billion, aimed at providing free broadband internet access in 75 public locations across the count… Read More
2023-03-30 18:07
Microsoft Kenya is rumored to be laying off a significant number of employees from its Africa Development Centre (ADC) in Nairobi, with a report suggesting that at least 20 product managers… Read More
2023-03-30 14:22
Apple has confirmed the dates for its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2023, which will take place from the 5th to the 9th of June.
Although the event will primarily be held online… Read More
2023-03-30 13:21
Ridesharing giant Uber has recently revealed that it will be introducing its electric vehicle (EV) rideshare service, Comfort Electric, to 14 new markets. This initiative marks a small but m… Read More
2023-03-30 12:46
Netflix may be testing the waters for TV-based gaming, according to reports from developer Steve Moser. Hidden code found within the Netflix app makes references to games played on TV screen… Read More
2023-03-09 18:42
Global consumer internet giant, Naspers, announced that it is letting go of OLX Autos, one of its Classifieds properties.
OLX Autos, part of OLX Group operates an online marketplace wher… Read More
2023-03-09 08:54
Increased internet penetration and connectivity have significantly changed how consumers behave and shop. Most modern buyers start their purchase journey online and expect to finish it there… Read More
2023-03-09 08:19
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the body responsible for co-ordinating elections in Nigeria, announced that the governorship and state houses of assembly elections have… Read More
2023-03-09 07:36
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued the operational guidelines for Open Banking in Nigeria thus becoming the first country to do this in the African continent.
According to Musa… Read More
2023-03-08 16:36
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Google unveiled the inaugural class of Google for Startups Accelerator: Women Founders in Africa program.
The class is made up of 15 fou… Read More
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