- RagaAI, a pioneering AI-focused startup, has successfully closed a $4.7m seed funding round. The round was led by pi Ventures with participation from global investors including Anorak Ventures, TenOneTen Ventures, Arka Ventures, Mana Ventures, and Exfinity Venture Partners. The sprawl of large…
- An event organised for January 18th by a labour group called the Alphabet Workers Union aims to challenge the nearly 15,000 job eliminations enacted over the past year. The Alphabet Workers Union views the layoffs as unwarranted, contrary to statements made by Google leadership justifying the…
- OpenAI’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Sam Altman, aims to secure billions for an AI chip venture, intending to use the funds to establish a global network of factories for chip fabrication. The effort involves collaboration with undisclosed top chip manufacturers, as reported by Bloomberg.…
- SafeBoda is set to make a comeback in the Kenyan market after a three-year hiatus, resuming operations on February 10th, 2024. Initially entering Kenya in 2018 to professionalize the local motorcycle taxi industry, the company left in November 2020 due to operational challenges and the impact of…
- inDrive , a global mobility and urban services platform operating across 46 countries globally including 9 countries in Africa has been named as the world’s second most downloaded ride-hailing app in 2023, retaining this accolade for a second consecutive year. The app also achieved a notable…
- Egypt-based edtech Edura, has completed an undisclosed pre-Seed funding round led by Smart Zone Startups Studio and angel investors. Founded in 2021 by Osama Abdelwahed, Edura is an interactive educational platform that connects teachers and students through recorded or live interactive lessons.The…
- WhatsApp has unveiled the latest addition to its View Once feature – View Once voice messages, in a bid to bolster privacy features on its platform. Following the successful launch of View Once for photos and videos in 2021, the new feature allows users to send voice messages that disappear after a…
- Hanna Loikkanen, M.Sc., who has a long experience working as a board professional and in international investment management positions, has been appointed as the Chief Investment Officer of the state-owned development financier and impact investor Finnfund. Loikkanen will start as Finnfund’s CIO in…
- ”Smokie” vendors in Kenya are swapping charcoal for sunshine thanks to a revolutionary new initiative from Kuza Freezer: the EcoHeat. This solar-powered cooking system tackles both climate change and public health concerns, offering a win-win for vendors and the environment. “Burning charcoal is a…
- In the realm of investments, few stories are as mesmerizing as the Bitcoin journey. This article delves into a hypothetical scenario: what if you had invested $1,000 in Bitcoin five years ago? Let’s unravel this intriguing tale of digital gold and explore the volatile path of Bitcoin’s value over…
- Showmax recently announce a new version of its tech platform across its markets with affordable prices, more African and international content, plus the first ever stand-alone Showmax Premier League plan for mobile. The new Showmax which begins migrating existing customers onto the new globally…
- Apple’s first attempt in the VR space led to the birth of a new product, the Vision Pro. The device is what Apple calls the world’s first “Spatial Computer” with a matching price tag starting at $3499 for the 256GB storage version, 512GB goes for $3,699 and the 1TB costs $3,899. According to…
- Google has announced a $1 billion investment, building a massive data center just outside London. This latest move fuels Google’s growing presence in the UK and aims to meet the region’s surging demand for internet services. According to reports by Reuters, “The new data center will be located on a…
- Arguably Samsung Galaxy S24 Series’ biggest feature is the Galaxy AI. As you would expect, Samsung wants to showcase the sheer power of the AI and in line with this, the tech giant has released a number of hands on videos highlighting some of the features. Live Translate Live Translate is offers…
- Kenya’s Shamba Pride, a last mile online-to-offline marketplace connecting rural farmers to info, inputs and credible agriculture services, has received $3.7 million to address the crucial challenge of providing quality and affordable agricultural inputs, services, and information to smallholders…
- Amazon Prime Video is undergoing a major restructuring, with a new focus on European originals. This means cutting back on content and staff in Africa and the Middle East. While shows from the MENA region that are already in the works will still be made, new local originals in Sub Saharan Africa,…
- Africa Tech Summit Nairobi has announced ten African tech ventures that will showcase their solutions to a diverse audience of industry experts, investors and fellow innovators on February 14th and 15th. While African startup funding declined in 2023, the investment showcase continues to foster…
- When it comes to ball, execution on the court isn’t exclusively decided by skill and procedure. The proper ball clothing plays a vital part in improving consolation, portability, and by and large gameplay. In this direct, we’ll dig into the world of ball clothing, investigating fundamental…
- Cairo-based direct-to-consumer (D2C) beauty and wellness startup, Mira, has raised $200,000 from Wingoo Investment and Technology. This move comes after Mira successfully produced its first locally produced beauty product by the end of 2023. It aims to produce a range of cosmetic and skincare…
- LG Electronics East Africa is set to bring to the Kenyan market its latest lifestyle projector, the LG CineBeam Qube model HU710PB, a new 4K model that can quickly transform any indoor space into a movie theater, allowing you to ‘Live Your Moment’. The revolutionary projector was launched at the…
- When choosing the best jewelry gift for your girlfriend, it is necessary to consider many things. However, finding a gift for your girlfriend is usually a complex process that requires endless attempts, and it is an energy-using process. Finding a gift for the girl that meets her taste becomes more…
- Samsung just unveiled the Galaxy S24 Ultra, their new flagship. It looks very much like last year’s S23 Ultra and you might be wondering if there are any changes. There are several of them actually. The first physical difference you will notice is the screen, it’s now completely flat unlike the…
- Ukheshe International has acquired 100% of EFT Corporation Limited (EFTCorp) from parent Loita Transaction Services (LXS), a pan-African payment solutions and financial switching provider. This transaction follows on Ukheshe’s 2022 acquisition of Masterpass in South Africa and the closing of…
- SweepSouth, a South African founded on-demand home cleaning and services platform has appointed a new CEO as Aisha Pandor, the startup’s founding CEO steps aside to her new adventures in the health tech/biotech space. “It’s with much excitement and pride that I’m sharing the news of the appointment…
- The ICT Authority on Monday 15 January commenced a five-day training of trainers (TOT) for the Citizen Digital Skills Program to equip the trainers with the necessary skills and knowledge required to drive the country’s digital skills program which seeks to train five million citizens in one year…
- At the height of the excellent presentation of the Galaxy S24, one piece of information was slightly overlooked. The “Galaxy AI” features that Samsung boasts about will only be available for free until 2025. Rarely, high-end phones worth over KSH 100,000 or above their value lose functionality…
- The African Development Bank (AfDB) is set to invest USD 10.50 million in the capital of Seedstars Africa Ventures S.L.P. venture capital fund to enable it to invest in innovative African businesses with strong growth potential. The investment will allow Seedstars Africa Ventures (SAV) to raise…
- In an era where global connectivity is paramount, Equity through its cutting-edge international money transfer solutions is committed to delivering unparalleled value to its customers by ensuring seamless, secure, and swift money transfers, that foster a sense of financial empowerment and…
- Invest Africa, a business platform that promotes trade and investment in Africa partnered with global corporate intelligence and cyber security consultancy, S-RM to help business leaders and investors in their critical decision-making and ultimately provide them with the confidence to navigate…
- LG Electronics (LG), has unveiled various products including a transparent TV, wireless soundbars, AI-powered smart home assistants, tumbler washers, refrigerators, air conditioners, coffee machines that can blend two flavors at once, and many other technologies, each designed to elevate the user…
- Apple Books Digital Narration is a new feature that Apple launched recently. This allows authors to create audiobooks from their existing ebooks using natural-sounding text-to-speech technology with voices that are based on human narrators. This feature makes the creation of audiobooks more…
- OPPO, the camera phone manufacturer, is set to launch the new Reno11 series and ColorOS 14 in Kenya on 25th January 2024 pushing new boundaries of imaging technology, battery life, stunning design and of course an exciting user experience. OPPO Reno11 Series is powered by a high-resolution all-…
- In an effort to tackle the dual challenges of youth unemployment and digital exclusion, Paradigm Initiative (PIN) and Sunshine Cinema have sealed a dynamic partnership aimed at bringing about transformative change on the continent. PIN, a leading non-profit organisation advocating for digital…
- Delving into the online gambling world can be a complex endeavour, given the rapid proliferation of online casinos. It’s particularly challenging for those who are venturing into this digital environment for the first time. Identifying a trustworthy online casino is paramount to guaranteeing not…
- These days, casino players have a severe headache, and that’s the sheer number of gambling entertainment options available. One of the core questions they ask is: ‘What should I choose between a live casino and an online one?’ We’ve matched their pros and cons to help you make an informed decision…
- In the dynamic realm of cryptocurrencies, a novel contender has emerged, poised to revolutionize perceptions of digital assets. Amazon’s creation, AMS28T, is capturing the attention of the crypto community with its inventive features and robust endorsement from the global tech giant. The ongoing…
- In a strategic move reminiscent of a chess grandmaster, Amazon has entered the crypto arena with the cryptic AMS96X token. The ongoing presale, veiled in mystery, has piqued the curiosity of astute investors looking to decode the hidden potential within. Whispers of an impending ETF announcement…
- 25 SME business owners have graduated with a certificate from the Enterprise Development Programme sponsored by NCBA and Strathmore Business School. The 16-week course aims to address the needs and challenges that SMEs face . Tirus Mwithiga, the Group Director, Retail Banking at NCBA said, “NCBA…
- Kenya’s tech scene is booming, and at the heart of this growth lies a crucial infrastructure: data centres. These secure facilities, housing vast networks of servers and storage systems, are the backbone of the digital world, underpinning everything from mobile banking to online shopping. According…
- Pezesha has partnered with Uzapoint, a mobile and web Point of Sale (POS) software provider to provide access to finance for micro and small businesses across Africa. The partnership will enable Uzapoint merchants to easily access affordable working capital in an embedded approach through…
- Google has announced two major updates to its search engine, making information retrieval more intuitive and natural than ever before. These features, dubbed “Circle to Search” and “AI-powered Multisearch,” represent significant strides towards a future where searching for anything, anywhere, is…
- Successful entrepreneurs and Venture Capital founders, Iyin Aboyeji and Mia von Koschitzky-Kimani have teamed up to launch Accelerate Africa, a tech accelerator backed by a $750,000 USAID grant. Aiming to become the “Y Combinator of Africa,” the program empowers early-stage startups across all…
- The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in partnership with African leaders has launched the “timbuktoo” initiative aimed to unleash Africa’s startup revolution. In a special session of the World Economic Forum at its 24th Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, H.E. President Paul Kagame of…
- UAE-based proptech Silkhaus, has raised a multi-million-dollar pre-Series A financing from San Francisco-headquartered Partners for Growth (PFG). Founded in 2021 by Aahan Bhojani and Ashmin Varma, Silkhaus offers a marketplace for short-term rentals across the UAE, with plans to expand to Saudi…
- It’s a new year and with it comes new Samsung flagship smartphones, meet the new Galaxy S24 and 24+ and the star of the show S24 Ultra which we have already covered separately. Focusing on the S24 and S24+, the two devices bring a host of new features despite their familiar design. Starting at the…
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- The long awaited AI heavy Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is finally here. The tech giant took the stage to announce their new flagship smartphone which brings a new camera, AI features, flat screen and new materials. At first glance, the Galaxy S24 Ultra looks very similar to the S23 Ultra, but upon…
- Microsoft is boosting its AI might with two new offerings, the Copilot Pro and the corporate-focused Copilot for Microsoft 365, they both promise more AI features but for a monthly subscription. The Copilot Pro, which rolls out today, cost the same with OpenAI’s ChatGPT Plus, which goes for $20 per…
- Apple has overtaken Samsung to take top spot in the global smartphone market, the last time a company not named Samsung was at the top of the smartphone market was 2010. Though the data is preliminary, this is sort of shifting of power at the top of the largest consumer electronics market was…
