17 February 2025
- Moroccan eyewear startup LNKO has secured an undisclosed equity investment from Egypt-based Beltone Venture Capital to support its expansion across Africa. Founded in 2020 by Maha Bennani, LNKO offers stylish and affordable eyewear through a fully…
17 February 2025
- Moroccan AI technology company ToumAI has secured €1 million (approximately $1 million) in pre-seed funding to advance its mission of delivering personalized, adaptive, and sustainable customer experience (CX) solutions globally. The funding round…
17 February 2025
- In a decisive move, OpenAI’s board of directors has unanimously rejected a $97.4 billion acquisition offer from a consortium led by Elon Musk. The board emphasized that OpenAI is not for sale and reaffirmed its commitment to its mission of ensuring…
17 February 2025
- Explore the thriving startup ecosystem in West Africa, highlighting innovative companies driving growth in fintech, healthtech, and more.
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16 February 2025
- You can now get the latest version of TikTok on the App Store and the Google Play.
16 February 2025
- P1 Ventures, an early-stage pan-African venture capital firm, has successfully closed its first institutional fund at $50 million, aiming to bolster technology startups across the continent. The fund has attracted investments from African…
16 February 2025
- Applications are now open for the fifth cohort of the Home Grown Solutions (HGS) Accelerator for Pandemic Resilience, an initiative by the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency…
16 February 2025
- Tunisian fintech startup EasyBank has successfully raised $370,000 in funding to support its international expansion plans. Founded in 2023 by Mohamed Khelifi and a team of fintech specialists, EasyBank aims to simplify access to loans and banking…
16 February 2025
- StarkWare, an Israeli blockchain infrastructure company valued at $8 billion, has unveiled a $4 million venture fund aimed at fostering blockchain innovation across Africa. This initiative seeks to support early-stage startups developing solutions…
16 February 2025
- GreenYellow South Africa has announced a €10 million investment in energy efficiency projects across Southern Africa, aiming to enhance sustainability and reduce energy consumption in the region. In partnership with Spark Energy Services, the…
16 February 2025
- Egyptian fintech startup Khazna has successfully raised $16 million in a pre-Series B funding round to bolster its financial services and expand into the Saudi Arabian market. This latest investment brings Khazna’s total funding to over $63 million…
16 February 2025
- Ivorian fintech startup Cauridor has successfully secured $3.5 million in seed funding to enhance its cross-border payment infrastructure across Francophone Africa. The funding round was led by Oui Capital, with participation from Rally Cap, BKR…
16 February 2025
- The SIA Foundation, in collaboration with TheNest Innovation Technology Park, has announced the launch of the second cohort of the SIA Startup Foundry, an incubator program designed to support Nigerian entrepreneurs. This initiative aims to provide…
16 February 2025
- The GSMA, in partnership with the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), has unveiled the GSMA Innovation Fund for Impactful AI, aiming to support small and growing enterprises in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) across…
16 February 2025
- Cairo-based venture capital firm Foundation Ventures has announced the first close of its $25 million fund, FVFII, aimed at bolstering Egypt’s startup ecosystem and supporting promising ventures across Africa. The fund has attracted significant…
16 February 2025
- Explore how key investors are transforming Africa's healthtech landscape, driving innovation and improving healthcare access across the continent.
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15 February 2025
- There’s no denying the power of digital words and images as they continue to influence the constantly changing trajectories of digital assets.
15 February 2025
- Moove, a global leader in mobility solutions, has announced the acquisition of Kovi, an urban mobility provider headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. This strategic move marks Moove’s significant expansion into the Latin American market, aligning…
15 February 2025
- Simplex, an Egyptian startup specializing in computer numerical control (CNC) machine manufacturing, has successfully raised $13 million to construct a state-of-the-art factory in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This strategic expansion aligns with Saudi…
15 February 2025
- The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Africa’s leading champion of entrepreneurship, has announced the commencement of applications for its 2025 Entrepreneurship Programmes. Aspiring and existing entrepreneurs from across Africa are invited to apply…
15 February 2025
- OpenAI has announced the launch of “Deep Research,” an advanced AI agent designed to autonomously conduct comprehensive, multi-step research tasks on the internet. This innovative tool aims to streamline the process of information gathering and…
15 February 2025
- Explore the surge in African fintech, highlighting key investors and their innovative approaches to financial inclusion and digital transformation.
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14 February 2025
- You can optimize your listening and creation experience with high-quality formats and balance quality and file size.
14 February 2025
- With this adjustment, you can browse the web with fewer interruptions, fewer trackers, and a greater sense of security.
14 February 2025
- It could be a real recovery or just a flash in the pan.
14 February 2025
- Understanding these distinctions will help you make informed decisions on which stablecoin aligns with your investment or trading strategy.
14 February 2025
- It'll make interactions more personalized while giving you control over your chat history.
14 February 2025
- Although both are excellent choices, your decision will depend on whether you prioritize premium audio quality or a wider range of fitness-focused features.
14 February 2025
- As Environmental, Social and Governance [ESG] gains momentum globally, Epson strengthens its position as sustainability leader by using innovative technology alongside thoughtful investments in an era where ecological responsibility matters most.…
14 February 2025
- Compare the Asus Zenbook A14 and Apple MacBook Air M3 to determine which model aligns with your priorities and delivers the greatest value for your investment.
14 February 2025
- Instead, OpenAI is rolling out a “simplified” more powerful system designed to streamline its sprawling AI ecosystem.
14 February 2025
- In this week's funding deals, we tracked Turbi, CashU, Octágora, and Kanastra in the LatAm region.
14 February 2025
- These are the funding deals we tracked in the Asian region this week – featuring Klook, Atome Financial, SpotDraft, Stairmed, Finmo, HD, and Payd.
14 February 2025
- Explore how corporations empower African startups through funding, mentorship, and resources, driving innovation and growth across sectors.
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14 February 2025
- Visa has announced the launch of a new report, ‘Value of Acceptance: Understanding the Digital Payment Landscape in Kenya,’ which reveals growth opportunities for digital payments, particularly among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The…
14 February 2025
- Taager, a social e-commerce platform, has successfully secured a USD 6.75 million Pre-Series B funding round, led by Africa-focused growth fund Norrsken22. The oversubscribed round also saw participation from Endeavor Catalyst, Beltone VC, and…
14 February 2025
- Nigeria is set to collaborate with Google to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and digital innovation. This announcement was made by President Bola Tinubu through his official X handle, following his meeting with Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Google…
14 February 2025
- Nigeria and other African startups have kicked off 2025 on a strong note, with funding into the ecosystem surging by 240 percent year-on-year to reach $289 million in January. This marks a significant increase compared to the $85 million raised in…
14 February 2025
- Here are the venture funding activities we tracked in the Middle East and African region this week – including Tabby, BRKZ, Raenest, Buildnow, Affinity, Taager, RasMal, Cauridor, PIESHIP, ToumAI, and LAHINT.
14 February 2025
- Valentine’s day is here. A day when couples, friends and loved ones appreciate each other by sharing love and thoughtful gifts. Odibets, one of Kenya’s leading betting firms, has unveiled a new promo christened ‘Mapenzi ni 50/50’ that will see…
14 February 2025
- Kenya’s leading telco Safaricom recently hosted its 3rd Annual Investors Forum in Mombasa. Themed “Becoming Africa’s Leading Purpose-Led Technology Company by 2030.” the two-day event brought together regulatory bodies, analysts, and over 200…
13 February 2025
- By 2029, 25% of sales organisations of fortune 500 companies will have buyer-facing content and tools specifically targeted to meet the needs of neurodivergent customers, Gartner predicts. Neurodivergent customers, those whose brain functions…
13 February 2025
- Reddit is giving AI search another shot, this time aiming to make finding answers even smarter.
13 February 2025
- Crypto casinos are revolutionizing online gambling, offering unparalleled privacy, security, and global accessibility.
13 February 2025
- As we examine the landscape of non-GamStop casinos in 2025, it's evident that these platforms offer both opportunities and challenges for UK players.
13 February 2025
- With the right solution in place, companies can reduce subscription fatigue and focus their resources where they matter most.
13 February 2025
- Airtel has announced the launch of its new Smarta Bundles, designed to offer seamless connectivity and financial convenience to its users. With a focus on affordability and efficiency, the bundles integrate mobile money services, generous data…
13 February 2025
- By taking proactive steps and working closely with professionals, you can handle disputes effectively and ensure a smoother conveyancing process.
13 February 2025
- NotebookLM, once exclusive to businesses and schools, is now available with upgrades to everyone through Google One AI Premium.
13 February 2025
- A huge leap from a decade ago when EVs were seen as futuristic tech.
