- If your company uses Microsoft Teams, chances are that you would need to schedule a meeting with a colleague, team or friend.
Whether you're a busy project manager, a team leader trying to streamline your workflow or just someone who wants to make meeting scheduling a breeze, this
- The Indonesian supply chain landscape is characterized by traditional distribution chains that often lack efficiency and transparency. These chains involve multiple intermediaries, leading to delays and inefficiencies in the distribution process. Additionally, limited data visibility and outdated…
- While India’s overall two-wheeler market has stagnated for many years, EV penetration has risen. In 2022, the sale of registered EV two-wheelers reached 6.15 million vehicles and is expected to grow at a strong compounded annual growth rate of 75-80% between 2022 and 2025, according to research
- With a projected revenue to reach $6.18 billion this year, according to Statista, Africa has dropped in on an astounding transformation in its fashion landscape, with young women increasingly demanding fashion that resonates with their cultural heritage while reflecting modern trends.
In order to…
- Ready to embark on an exciting new adventure in the tech world? Brace yourself for a world of benefits that can supercharge your professional life.In this article, we're diving into nine incredible perks of transitioning into the technology industry. From the potential for a fat paycheck to
- Once a shining star in the Indian startup scene, Byju's, a leading edtech company, is grappling with a series of blows in the form of valuation cuts that have sent shockwaves through the industry.
The latest blow came from Dutch-listed investor Prosus NV, a subsidiary of South African
- Bunat Ventures, a heterogeneous venture builder VC firm in partnership with a prominent conglomerate business group in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, have led a pre-Series A funding round into HashMove, a leading end-to-end integrated digital logistics platform.
Founded in 2017 by Noman Mohammad,…
- For decades, Saudi Arabia has been known for its traditional reliance on the oil-dependent economy as a major source of revenue. As of December 2022, the country generated $326 billion in the sector only despite the global price slide in crude oil.
But, with the recent digital transformation,
- YouTube experience is about to be immersive for gaming enthusiasts, as reports suggest that soon you might not only be able to stream games but actually play them on the platform itself. Yes, you heard it right— play an actual game!
According to Wall Street Journal, the company is
- In the aftermath of a revoked license by the Central Bank of Nigeria, Nigerian digital bank Eyowo, is undergoing a restructuring that will see it cut 11% (13 employees) of its current 110 workforce.
Last month, the Apex Bank revoked the license of Eyowo and 46 other microfinance banks due
- Controlling technology with our voices has become increasingly common and convenient. From virtual assistants to smart home devices, voice control offers a hands-free and seamless user experience.
But have you ever wondered if it's possible to control ChatGPT, the powerful language model, with…
- With an investment strategy that is focused primarily on boosting its presence in the Indian e-commerce landscape where it competes with heavyweights like Walmart's Flipkart and billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Retail, Amazon is making strategic moves to fortify its position and expand its…
- Against global and regional downward trends, smartphone shipments in Ecuador experienced an 18% year-on-year (YoY) increase in Q1 2023 and also a quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) growth of 18%, according to the latest research from Counterpoint.
The first quarter marked the best first-quarter performance…
- The transition to a cashless policy as a method of eliminating cash was high on Nigeria's government agenda in the last quarter of 2022.
The move, fuelled the country's Apex bank, the Central Bank of Nigeria to roll out new banknotes and reduce cash withdrawal limits,
- In today's world, coding and programming have become absolute must-have skills for a bunch of awesome tech jobs.
As technology continues to advance, these jobs are in high demand, making coding and programming more critical than ever. They're like the secret sauce that powers some of
- In the realm of entrepreneurship, startups play a vital role in driving innovation, creating jobs, and stimulating economic growth. Recognizing their potential, many European countries have long ago offered tax exemptions specifically tailored to support and encourage the growth of startups.
No…
- For a long time, access to electricity has remained a major challenge in most countries in Africa. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), in 2019, around 580 million people in Africa were without access to electricity, which accounted for more than half of the global population without…
- Global passenger electric vehicle (EV) sales grew 32% YoY in Q1 2023 as the world moves towards a greener alternative for power and demand for electric vehicles grows globally, according to a report from Counterpoint.
The global electric vehicle market share constituted ~14% of the world’s…
- If you're a Google Docs enthusiast like me, you'll be excited to know that you can now supercharge your writing experience by installing ChatGPT right into your favorite document editor.
With ChatGPT, an AI language model at your disposal, you can take your creativity and productivity
- By 2030, 230 million jobs in Sub-Saharan Africa would require some level of digital skills, according to a report by the IFC, as the region is said to have the lowest literacy rate in the entire world due to a severe lack of digital skills in the region, which is
- As the Internet of Things (IoT) becomes the key building block of global digitization and digital transformation, worldwide spending on IoT is projected to reach $805.7 billion in 2023, growing by 10.6% from 2022, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC).
By 2026, investments in the…
- With a market value of $1.6 billion and $4 billion each, Egypt and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are among the world's leading fashion e-commerce markets. By 2027, the duo markets are estimated to reach $3 billion and $7.2 billion respectively, according to Ecommercedb.com.
- Amidst a generational shift towards a global digital economy and the growing trend of businesses engaging with customers online or offline through digital currencies, dctpay, a Singaporean payment service provider is building a solution that aims to streamline the payment experience and bridge the…
- Building on the remarkable results of its initial fund, Fund I, with millions in investments across several startups in Southeast Asia, GoTo-backed VC firm Go-Ventures is solidifying its position as a prominent investor in the region.
The VC firm has undergone another successful fundraising effort…
- Picture this: you put on a pair of sleek augmented reality headsets and suddenly, your surroundings come alive with virtual elements seamlessly blended into the real world. Or imagine strapping on a virtual reality headset and finding yourself transported to a mind-blowing virtual realm where…
- Are you contemplating studying abroad but worried about the financial side of things?
Well, study abroad scholarships can be a game-changer, providing the much-needed financial support to make your dreams a reality.
Securing a study abroad scholarship can open up incredible opportunities for…
- AI is becoming ubiquitous -- disrupting the way we work, communicate, and live our daily lives. It is, indeed, setting the pace in various sectors and industries.
Little wonder the battle of the chatbots is heating up with AI at the intersection, and advancing at a breakneck pace. No doubt,
- With the increasing adoption of real-time payment (RTP) systems worldwide, account-to-account (A2A) payments in e-commerce transactions are taking off around the world and are projected to reach a staggering $757 billion by 2026 up from $525 billion in 2022, according to global financial…
- As businesses strive to create engaging online experiences, having a solid foundation in web design is essential for professional success.
While a degree in web design can provide valuable knowledge, showcasing relevant certifications on your resume can give you an extra edge in the competitive…
- By 2060, the quantity of plastic waste generated globally is expected to quadruple to more than 1,000 million tonnes. According to OECD, developed countries will continue to produce the most plastic waste per person, while emerging regions like Africa and Asia are predicted to have the most…
- Vietnam, one of South East Asia's fastest-growing economies, has emerged as a prime destination for global IT outsourcing, especially for Australian financial institutions.
The country's IT outsourcing sector has experienced significant growth, with an annual surge of 13.31%, projected to reach $…
- Since the outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic, the global economy has been dipping down resulting in a decrease in most countries' revenue and market value and several laid off. The recent Russia-Ukraine war, coupled with rising inflation, and climate change are other factors that also put the…
- Do you know that having a well-crafted portfolio as a Software Engineer can be a game-changer for career advancement and securing coveted job opportunities?
A portfolio serves as a visual representation of your skills, expertise, and creativity, showcasing your ability to tackle real-world…
- Following a challenging start to the year for the personal computing device industry, International Data Corporation (IDC) has lowered its forecast for global PC and Tablet shipments with volumes expected to reach 384.8 million in 2023, down 15.2% compared to last year.
The report attributed the…
- Airtel has officially unveiled its fifth-generation technology, commonly dubbed 5G in Africa's most populated country, Nigeria. With over 60.3 million subscribers, Airtel is the third-largest mobile network operator in the country, after MTN and Glo.
The mobile network operator follows its major…
- Lately, there has been a growing number of spam calls, that have impacted many users, particularly in India where WhatsApp has over 500 million users.
A month ago, WhatsApp deployed a machine learning-based enforcement system that reduced spam calls impacting Indian users by 50%. The chat app is…
- China's tourism activity in recent years has seen enormous growth, thanks to rapid urbanization, rising disposable incomes and relaxation of restrictions on foreign travel. Before the pandemic in 2019, Mainland China had the largest outbound travel market in the world, with the country generating 6…
- Historically built around oil, mutual investments between China and the United Arabs Emirate today flourishes in various non-oil economic and commercial sectors such as infrastructure, sustainable energy, finance, and fintech.
This Arab-China partnership has since continued on a growth incline,…
- In the rapidly evolving landscape of AI, competition among industry giants continues to stoke excitement for users, particularly with the emergence of the release of Google Bard, which is aiming to tackle the threat posed by ChatGPT to its search ad business.Personally, I have been keen to compare…
- Are you interested in becoming a web designer? Web design is a super cool and creative field that involves creating awesome websites that people love to visit. It's in high demand, and there are plenty of opportunities waiting for skilled web designers.
Becoming a web designer requires a
- The proliferation of smartphones, advances in technology, and changing consumer preferences have accelerated the growth of digital payment platforms in recent years. One of the outstanding platforms in the industry is Mastercard, with $22.2 billion in revenue in 2022, an increase of 18% from 2021.…
- In 2021, the National Food Security Strategy 2051 was initiated to make the United Arab Emirates the world’s best on the Global Food Security Index by 2051.
The goal? To develop a comprehensive national system enabling sustainable food production by using modern technologies and enhancing local…
- The first quarter of 2023 saw the U.S. surpassing Germany as the world's second-largest EV market, behind China, after the country's passenger electric vehicle (EV) sales experienced a remarkable year-on-year growth of over 79%, according to Counterpoint.
EV sales were propelled by the introduction…
- If your gaming PC is capable of supporting a 4K display, enabling high dynamic range (HDR) output is crucial if you truly want to enhance your visual experience.
HDR displays offer a more extensive and vivid color spectrum, effectively utilizing the additional pixels found in higher-resolution…
- Oh, I didn't think that this day would come: when Instagram will allow users to download Reels, its short-form video feature.
The social media platform appears to be taking good notes from TikTok, which has had this feature forever which allows users to share its videos with a
- Bing Chat presents a fantastic alternative to ChatGPT if you're interested in exploring the capabilities of generative AI. It functions very similarly to ChatGPT, and many of the tips for using ChatGPT are equally applicable to Bing Chat or any other generative AI chatbot.
But, Bing Chat possesses
- Kenya's e-commerce activity in recent years has seen huge growth, thanks to the adoption of a digital economy, increasing internet penetration, improved mobile connectivity, and a growing middle class with disposable income.
E-commerce in Kenya is expected to have revenues with a positive average…
- There is a soaring demand worldwide for satellite services such as communication, navigation, and Earth observation. This demand has resulted in a substantial increase in the number of satellites deployed in Earth's orbit. As a result, there is an urgent need for robust SSA systems that can…
- InstaShop, the leading online marketplace for supermarkets, pharmacies, pet shops and other businesses in the Middle East, has announced the acquisition of GroCart, a B2B wholesale marketplace service known for its exceptional customer experience and wide product selection.
Through a user-friendly…
- Thailand's software vendor industry witnessed remarkable growth in 2022, with revenues reaching an impressive 38.5 billion baht ($1.12 billion) – representing a substantial 15.8% year-over-year increase in local currency during the second half of the year, according to the International Data…
