- Amid a funding frenzy in the AI world, OpenAI rival, Anthropic continues to enjoy mouthwatering investment deals. The AI company is on the receiving end of major investments from Silicon Valley's biggest players.
- In Mexico, securing financing for car purchases has long been a big challenge. Traditional banks have maintained low approval rates, and the application process is often outdated, causing significant delays in obtaining a financing decision.Nexu, a Mexican fintech company, recognized this issue and…
- It has been a full year since Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter on October 27 2022, which was met with a mix of excitement and apprehension. The self-proclaimed "free speech absolutist" set out with a bold mission to reshape the platform into a platform-for-all, and dared
- You may want to share your iPhone, iPad, or Mac screen on a Facetime call with someone – either to show them something, to get their help in troubleshooting a problem, or for any other reason. Well, no need to fret, doing this is relatively easy. To share your iPhone
- As we continue to see global travel recover as well as the continuous rise of e-commerce post-pandemic, Singapore and broadly Southeast Asia have witnessed substantial growth in multicurrency spending over the past two years. YouTrip, a Singapore-based fintech specializing in multi-currency mobile…
- Global venture capital firm 500 Global has announced a significant expansion of its presence in Latin America, with investments in 12 emerging startups in the region. The investment, which totals more than $5 million, will support startups in industries such as edtech, fintech, healthtech,…
- Japan is planning to invest $13 billion in developing countries, including those in Latin America, to enhance its relations with these regions and help bolster economic growth. The investments will be made through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), with a focus on infrastructure,…
- Apple has several multitasking options that let you work with more than one app on your iPad at the same time. This allows apps that support multitasking to be used in different ways. The iPad features have made multitasking on the iPad even easier with the Multitasking menu centered at
- Amid a growing demand for efficiency and convenience for financial transactions in Latin America, global payment services leader Worldline has entered into a strategic partnership with Yuno, a Colombian startup specializing in online payments to enhance the transactional experience for customers…
- So you really want your X back? 🤨 Forgive me, but what could make you see 𝕏 (the former bird app) more often? 🤪This week, Twitter – yes, I still call it Twitter (now 𝕏) finally took the wraps off its long-awaited audio and video call feature. &#…
- Twitter (now called 𝕏) has introduced the Audio and Video call feature to its app. By default, users are able to receive calls from accounts that they follow or have in their address book (if they’ve previously given access to their address book) – which you can control
- In a significant move aimed at expanding its electric vehicle (EV) business and establishing India's first lithium-ion cell manufacturing facility, Ola Electric, the electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has secured a whopping Rs 3,200 crore (approximately $385 million) in a recent funding round.This…
- We at Patricia Technologies are shocked by DLM Trust Company's sudden and unilateral decision to terminate our partnership. This development is coming as a surprise as we were not informed before their public statement of withdrawal. However, we wish to assure our depositors and stakeholders, that…
- Mark Zuckerberg's strategic push for efficiency has yielded impressive results for Meta Platforms Inc. as the company's recently reported Q3 2023 earnings reflect substantial growth across key financial metrics.
- Domains are still a purposeful part of the internet to this day. As of the first quarter of 2023 alone, there were reportedly 354 million domain name registrations across all top-level domains (TLDs). Moreover, registrations have been increasing by 1% year over year. Of course, with how much
- During its annual iPhone launch event last September, Apple announced the new iPhone 15 series with a USB-C model for the first time ever.After sticking with the same charging port for eleven years, the tech giant replaced the Lightning port with USB-C connectors. In this article, we will discuss
- In a move that could have a significant impact on the transportation industry, Isuzu and Toyota have teamed up through a joint venture to mass produce a light hydrogen fuel cell truck. The truck, which is based on Isuzu's light-duty truck platform, will be powered by Toyota'
- Snap, the parent company of photo messaging app Snapchat, delivered an unexpected rise in quarterly revenue and offered a positive outlook for the current quarter, attributing its success to AI-powered ad-targeting enhancements.
- India is already home to some of the world's most innovative and successful Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Electric Vehicle (EV) startups, and a new fund is sure to fuel further growth in these sectors.Launched by Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma the new fund – The VSS Investments
- The ongoing bear market in the crypto industry globally during this period has cast a shadow over many crypto startups that boast millions in their funding portfolio. Several of these companies have been forced to either scale back or shutter completely due to the challenging market conditions.A…
- Google introduced Android 14 with new exciting features, particularly flowing first to Pixel phones. For customizing personalization, the AI wallpaper feature was introduced with the OS upgrade. With the AI wallpaper, you can use various words to describe the type of wallpaper you want, and the…
- In a move that seems inspired by Elon Musk's 𝕏 (formerly Twitter), Meta-owned Instagram, is experimenting with a feature that will allow you to see only posts from paid verified users.Adam Mosseri, the Head of Instagram, has revealed that the company is in the early stages of
- With a population of more than 200 million people, Nigeria is battling severe power shortages due to age-long transmission, generation, and distribution constraints that have left many households and businesses reliant on fuel and diesel generators.Several companies are offering off-grid solar…
- Editor's Note: This is a guest article written by Carl Jordan, Regional Sales Director, Sub-Saharan Africa at Ad Dynamo by Aleph.It’s all too easy to underplay how social media and other online platforms have altered the advertising and marketing landscapes over the past
- The adoption of 4G technology in Africa has seen remarkable progress over the years, driven by a confluence of factors including government initiatives, spectrum availability, and evolving regulatory policies.
- Apple introduced the Conversation Awareness feature to the second-generation AirPods Pro. Instead of manually activating transparency mode like its predecessor, the AirPod will automatically detect whenever you’re engaged in a conversation and automatically dial down the volume of your music,…
- A recent report by IDC has revealed a 54% increase in China's accelerated computing market from H1 2022 to H1 2023. The market is currently valued at $3.1 billion and is projected to reach $16.4 billion by 2027.
- Prior to this time, on Android phones, the Bluetooth tethering feature was limited to sharing mobile data with other devices. However, on new Android models, the functionality of this feature has broadened beyond data sharing. Now you can use Bluetooth tethering to share the range of your Wi-Fi…
- As the nearshoring gains momentum, presenting opportunities and challenges for companies navigating the international trade landscape, Mexican fintech Mundi is keen on providing the financial infrastructure required for these companies to thrive in their new environment.With the recent injection of…
- Singapore-based startup Qosmosys, which is backed by the investment firm Orient G, has announced that it has raised $100 million in seed funding for its space transportation vehicle, ZeusX. This is a significant milestone for the company, as the funding will allow it to continue developing and…
- TikTok, popularly known for its short-video format is said to be testing 15-minute long-form videos, aiming to rival Twitter (now X) and YouTube.According to social media expert Matt Navarra, who shared a screenshot of the update granting users access to this extended format, the upcoming feature…
- While using email, Read receipts in a casual social interaction may not be necessary, but in a corporate organization and setting, they are a very good way to enforce accountability and compliance.An important use of read receipts is preventing and reducing spam, with the Read receipt acting as a
- Latin America's growing open banking initiatives – supported by the government and a large underserved consumer base – are creating an appealing opportunity for investors to improve the financial well-being of marginalized individuals.One of the notable players in the LatAm financial landscape…
- In a major boost for Saudi Arabia's growing automotive sector, Hyundai has announced plans to build an electric vehicle manufacturing plant in the country. The $500 million plant, which is expected to be built with the help of the Saudi sovereign wealth fund, will produce electric vehicles for
- There are a handful of mobile games that require external controllers to enable you to play at your peak ability. In this light, a lot of manufacturers have stepped in to create options designed specifically for this purpose.Leveraging Bluetooth technology, you can easily connect a PlayStation 4…
- Thailand's 10,000 startup project aims to nurture innovative startups in key sectors like agriculture and health by the end of 2027, according to a report from Nikkei Asia. Under the plan, the government will provide financial and technical support to help startups grow and expand.The project
- As technology continues to advance, cybercriminals are becoming increasingly crafty in their methods. Even the most trusted digital password managers face persistent threats.Yesterday, popular password manager 1Password, which is used by over 100,000 businesses, confirmed that it experienced a…
- If you’ve updated to macOS Sonoma, you may have noticed how your window quickly slides to the side whenever you click the desktop, prompting you to click the wallpaper to reveal the desktop.It looks like a glitch, but it’s not. It's just an
- Automakers are taking inspiration from the tech world to create innovative features for electric vehicles. Tesla, one of the most popular electric vehicle makers, has touted its vehicles as more than just cars that have a range of game-changing entertainment technologies and services built in to…
- In the fiscal year 2023, Flipkart India, the business-to-business arm of Walmart-owned e-commerce major Flipkart, reported a 9% growth in operating revenue, reaching ₹55,823 crore ($6.70 billion), compared to ₹50,992 crore ($6.11 billion) in the previous year. However, the company's net loss
- You can extend flexibility to your Chromebook by running native Android apps on it. Websites are not as seamless as Applications, to get this seamless experience, you can easily install and run Android applications on your Chromebook. Once you enable the installation of Android Applications on your…
- Watch your back OpenAI, Chinese AI startups are coming for you.Following the recent announcement about Baichuan, an AI startup that recently secured over $300 million in funding from Chinese tech giants, including Alibaba Group and Tencent, another Chinese AI-based startup has caught the attention…
- For a considerable period, WhatsApp users have grappled with the restriction of having only one account on the popular messaging app. Often times, users have had to use workarounds such as cloning the app or employing parallel spaces. Now with the ability to add two different accounts, WhatsApp…
- WhatsApp has introduced a new feature allowing users to have two accounts on one device. So, now you no longer need to have multiple devices or use cloned WhatsApp to run different accounts on your phone. To get this feature, you need an Android phone with dual SIM or e-SIM
- The AI sector continues to secure the lion's share of investments in the venture capital landscape. Over a quarter of the total investments in US-based startups this year has gone toward AI companies, more than double the percentage of last year, according to a Crunchbase report.A look
- In a significant step towards the future of transportation, Honda Motor Co. has reached an agreement with General Motors and its autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Cruise, to establish a joint venture to provide driverless taxi services in Japan.The joint venture is expected to begin operations in 2024…
- Google introduced the Chromebook without a dark mode feature. But this feature has been added to the Chromebook device, making it easy for users to switch from a light theme to a dark theme and vice versa, either for aesthetics or eye benefits.Enabling dark mode on Chrome OS is
