- APIs play a crucial role in streamlining business processes and service delivery by enabling effective communication between different systems. In Uganda, most APIs are privately held and costly for third parties. That's why telecom company Airtel is opening its APIs to third-party innovators…
- German startup Wingcopter has secured €40 million ($44 million) in funding from the European Investment Bank (EIB). The company's valuation has more than doubled but remains undisclosed.The company, known for its delivery drones used in remote areas, plans to use the financing to further develop its
- Did you know you can get a Nanodegree Scholarship to enhance your future career or skill set in today’s most sought-after, in-demand tech skills? Udacity, an online learning platform that offers a wide range of courses and Nanodegree programs in various fields, with a focus on technology and
- Ripplr, a Bangalore-based tech distribution and logistics platform, has raised $40 million ($28 million in exchange for equity and $12 million in debt) in its Series B round from new and existing Investors.Launched in 2019 by Abhishek Nehru and Santosh Dabke, Ripplr is a plug-and-play integrated…
- Imagine this scenario: You've just captured a beautiful picture on your Android phone, and now you want to view it on a larger screen. Additionally, you receive a text message, but you don't want to interrupt your work on your PC by constantly grabbing your phone
- Prosus NV, the investment firm affiliated with South African media group Naspers Ltd., is reportedly considering divestments from its financial technology company PayU operating in emerging markets.Sources familiar with the matter revealed that Prosus is collaborating with Bank of America Corp. to…
- Zoom is a popular video conferencing platform that allows people to connect with each other through video and audio calls. It's like having a virtual meeting room where you can see and talk to multiple participants at the same time, no matter where they are located.With Zoom,
- Vietnam is planning to implement a measure requiring social media users on platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok to verify their identities in an effort to combat online scams.The government regulation which is expected to be issued later this year, will make identity verification mandatory…
- South African e-health startup Quro Medical has secured ZAR25 million ($1.3 million) in funding from Mineworkers Investment Company (MIC) to further develop its innovative hospital-at-home solution.Founded in 2018, Quro Medical offers an affordable and accessible alternative to conventional care by…
- Google Slides is a web-based presentation software offered by Google as part of the Google Workspace suite. It allows users to create, edit, and collaborate on slide presentations online.Similar to other presentation tools like Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides enables users to create visually…
- Global average weekly cyberattacks increased by 7% in Q1 2023 compared to the same period in 2022, with each organization facing an average of 1,248 attacks per week, according to a report by Checkpoint.While the volume of attacks only increased slightly, the report highlights the emergence of…
- Mobile money services are growing at an accelerated pace globally, with adoption rates even quicker than anticipated, according to the annual State of the Industry Report on Mobile Money 2023 by the GSMA.The number of registered mobile money accounts globally rose by 13% year-on-year from 1.4…
- If you have purchased a new computer or are planning to switch to a different web browser, Google Chrome offers a straightforward way to preserve all your bookmarks. By following the instructions provided, you can export and save your bookmarks, allowing you to import them into a new computer or
- Indian edtech giant BYJU'S is reportedly in the process of securing $1 billion in funding at its current valuation of $22 billion.The funding will come through a combination of equity and structured instruments, which are market-linked investment products that can be converted into shares during…
- Uber is venturing into the flight bookings sector – largely being dominated by platforms like Expedia, Kayak, Lastminute.com, and Skyscanner – as it builds on its existing services that include train and coach ticket bookings in the UK.The ride-hailing giant launched international and domestic…
- Despite the challenges brought by the pandemic, companies in various sectors such as fintech, renewable energy, healthcare, commodities, and agriculture recorded a high compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the three-year period between 2018 and 2021.Highlighting the top 100 African businesses…
- Singapore-based cybersecurity startup SquareX has raised a $6 million seed round led by Sequoia Capital Southeast Asia, to revolutionize browser-based cybersecurity.Founded by serial cybersecurity entrepreneur Vivek Ramachandran, SquareX offers a purpose-built security plug-in that integrates…
- Slick, an India-based social networking platform for GenZ, has raised $1.6 million in a seed funding round led by WEH Ventures to enhance user experience, drive innovation, and develop new features to attract even more users.Based in Bangalore, Slick was founded by Archit Nanda and Rachit Bansal,…
- Many people nowadays don't own traditional clock radios or portable alarm clocks to take with them while travelling. While you can use your smartphone as an alarm clock, did you know that any Windows 10 device can also serve this purpose? Yeah, that's right! The operating
- According to data compiled by Wamda, startups in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region raised just over $7 million in April 2023, marking a decline of 97% compared to March 2023 and 99% compared to April 2022.The sharp drop in investment is primarily attributed to the traditional
- Are you someone who frequently juggles multiple tasks on your Windows computer? If so, you may find the split-screen feature incredibly useful. A split screen is a useful feature that allows the user to view and work on two different applications or programs at the same time, side by side,
- Microsoft-owned job hiring platform, LinkedIn, has announced that it will cut 716 jobs and close down its China-focused job application platform InCareer, amid “fierce competition and a challenging macroeconomic climate."This development which was announced by LinkedIn CEO, Ryan Roslanky in a blog…
- The small screen of an iPhone or iPad just isn't enough when you want to share your videos or photos with others or enjoy streaming services like Apple's TV+. That's when mirroring your iPhone or iPad to your TV becomes a necessity. Thankfully, there
- US-based investment company Invesco has marked down the valuation of Indian food and grocery delivery platform Swiggy to $5.5 billion in January 2023, according to Invesco's latest filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).This is the second time that the Atlanta-headquartered firm…
- Truecaller, the popular caller identification service, is set to launch a new feature that will allow users to identify spam calls on WhatsApp and other messaging apps.The feature is currently in beta testing and will be rolled out globally later this month, according to Truecaller CEO Alan Mamedi.…
- Ride-hailing platform, 99, is accelerating its push towards sustainable mobility in Brazil with plans to significantly increase the number of electric cars available to its customers over the next year.The company, which operates as Uber's biggest rival in the country, has set an ambitious goal of…
- If you're a MacBook user, you may have noticed that over time your device can become slower and less responsive. One of the reasons for this could be that the cache on your MacBook is full. A cache is a temporary storage area that helps your MacBook run
- U.S.-based semiconductor and telecommunications equipment company Qualcomm has announced the acquisition of Autotalks, an Israeli chipmaker that produces chips for crash-prevention technology used in vehicles.Autotalks is known for its dedicated chips that are used in the vehicle-to-everything (V2X…
- WhatsApp has launched a feature that allows users in Singapore to pay businesses within the app.The payment service has been built using Stripe Connect and Stripe Checkout solutions, enabling customers to make in-app payments online or offline, using credit cards, debit cards or the Singaporean…
- Apple has reported a softer decline in revenue for its fiscal second quarter, marking its second straight quarterly sales drop in its fiscal year 2023, but still managed to beat Wall Street forecasts.As the Techloy chart below shows, the tech giant posted quarterly revenue of $94.8 billion, down
- Microsoft Bing's AI chatbot is a super useful tool that helps you find information, answer questions, and get stuff done. Whether you're looking for a recipe, researching a topic, or need help with a technical issue, Bing's chatbot has got your back.In addition
- Bolt, the ride-hailing giant, has committed €2.5 million to increase gender diversity and encourage more women to join the ride-hailing industry through its new campaign, “Women at the Wheels”.After surveying 2,000 women in Europe and Africa in March 2023, the findings revealed that only
- Apple and Samsung continue to dominate the global tablet market, accounting for nearly 58% of the market share in the first quarter of 2023, despite the changing landscape post-pandemic, preliminary data from International Data Corporation (IDC) shows.Global tablet shipments dropped 19.1% year-over…
- Satellite internet competition is intensifying as Ookla releases fresh data from Q4 2022 and Q1 2023 for major players in North America, South America, and the Caribbean.Ookla’s analysis includes the Net Promoter Score (NPS) for metro and nonmetro internet connections in the United States, year-…
- Are you tired of missing out on WhatsApp messages while on the move? Although there is no official WhatsApp app for the Apple Watch just yet, there's a way to never miss a message.In this article, we'll guide you through a simple process that will
- Samsung dethroned Apple as the top smartphone player in the post-holiday-season quarter, capitalizing on its mid-tier A Series and the recently launched S23 series.These results come despite Apple delivering a strong performance in the holiday quarter that ended December 30 with sales of 70 million…
- Vodacom Mozambique has become the first mobile operator to launch 5G services in the country, which would be deployed at selected sites in Maputo, Matola, the central area of Nampula, downtown Nacala, Munhava, Maquinino and Chipanga neighbourhoods, Beira, and Tete.The new 5G network is expected to…
- The UK is considered to be Europe’s leading biotech hub for life science startup funding, with biotech startups raising £2.8 billion in 2020, as they increasingly became relevant in developing treatments during the COVID-19 pandemic.According to data released in 2021 by the UK Cell and
- Are you tired of remembering passwords all the time? It's not just you, even password manager apps can be a hassle. And companies like Google are tired of dealing with password-related security issues. We all know it's a problem, but there's good news –
- Apple Inc's Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook recently credited the company's growth in emerging markets such as India to the rise in iPhone sales this quarter.The company gained market share from Android phones and set sales records in countries across South Asia, Latin America and
- Fundly.ai, a fintech startup focused on the pharma industry, has raised $3 million in a seed funding round led by Accel India, along with participation from Multiply Ventures and undisclosed angel investors. Founded in 2021, Fundly.ai provides credit financing and other solutions to players in the…
- Are you interested in learning how to code but hesitant to invest in an expensive coding bootcamp or program? Fortunately, there are many free coding classes available that can help you get started on your coding journey.Learning to code can be a great career move, whether you're
- Proparco, a French development finance institution, has committed $5 million to an early-stage venture capital fund managed by DisrupTech Ventures to boost Egypt's fintech sector and improve access to financial services in the country.DisrupTech Ventures aims to provide seed capital to up to 28…
- WhatsApp, the Meta-owned messaging platform, is said to be developing a new feature called 'admin review' on Android to give group admins better tools to moderate their groups. With this feature, group members will be able to report specific messages to the admin, who can then choose to
- Microsoft is rolling out its ChatGPT-powered Bing to the public, according to the company in a blog post.The company's AI-powered search engine, which was initially available on Limited Preview with a waiting list, has now been moved to Open Preview for everyone.Additionally, the software giant has
- If you're like most people who spend long hours staring at a bright computer screen, you might be concerned about the impact on your eyes. But don't worry, Apple has got your back! They've made it super easy to dim your MacBook's
- Google has launched a new passkey feature that aims to revolutionize the way people sign in to apps and websites without using passwords.Described as easier to use and more secure than passwords, passkeys let users sign in to Google apps and sites the same way they unlock their devices,
- Chrome updates are released periodically by Google to fix security issues, and bugs, and improve the browser's performance, stability, and compatibility with other software.By updating your Chrome browser, you ensure that you have access to the latest features, improvements, and security updates.…
- As a small business owner or entrepreneur, you would likely want your employees to communicate with clients or customers via the same business number from multiple devices – whether a smartphone, a tablet, a smartwatch, or a laptop, at the same time.While Telegram has been offering this 'new&
- Nigeria has become the latest country to adopt a national blockchain policy, following the Federal Executive Council's approval of the proposal earlier this week.According to the West African country's minister of communications and digital economy Isa Pantami, citing a PwC report, blockchain…
