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31 January 2023 - Online fraud cases are on the rise in Kenya, taking many forms such as identity theft, SIM swaps, hacking, and data leaks. This can be attributed to the growth in internet penetration and advancements in technology. Social media users on platforms…

31 January 2023 - Fourteen startups from across the continent have been selected to Pitch Live at Africa Tech Summit, which will host its fifth edition on February 15-16 at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. Africa Tech Summit Nairobi provides insight and…

31 January 2023 - The Convergence Partners Digital Infrastructure Fund is the firm’s biggest fund to date and brings its total funds under management to over $600 million.

31 January 2023 - Nigerian fintech startup Trade Lenda, which helps micro, small and informal retailers with access to financing for their business needs, has raised US$520,000 in pre-seed funding to speed its growth. Founded in 2021, the Lagos-based Trade Lenda…

31 January 2023 - The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has granted operating licences to 12 more digital lenders, bringing the total to 22. With 381 applications received since March 2022, the CBK also announced that it's evaluating more digital lenders. More in #…

31 January 2023 - Shadrack Kiprotich is the 2022 recipient of Microsoft’s Most Valuable Professional (MVP) Award for actively sharing high-quality expertise with other technology professionals. With just over 3,000 awardees worldwide, the Microsoft... The post…

31 January 2023 - Although still in its infancy, Africa’s digital ecosystem has limitless potential to spur economic growth, advance social and gender equality, and provide opportunities for gainful engagement for millions of Africans.... The post Collaboration is…

30 January 2023 - Africa Tech Summit has announced the final shortlist of ventures who will Pitch Live on stage to investors, corporate and media at the Africa Tech Summit in Nairobi from 15th... The post 14 start-ups announced to Pitch Live at Africa Tech Summit …

30 January 2023 - The Central Bank of Nigeria says it is launching the second phase of the eNaira project – designed to increase financial inclusion for the unbanked and the underserved through offline channels, according to governor Godwin Emefiele.The first phase…

30 January 2023 - Foreign direct investment into Zambia soared 158% in 2022 to US$8.5 billion, highlighting changing investor sentiment towards the country.

30 January 2023 - Thailand will have the highest TikTok penetration in the world, with nearly 50% of its social network users being on the app this year, according to a forecast by eMarketer Insider Intelligence.The US is expected to rank second with 45.3% of its…

30 January 2023 - Electric vehicle maker, Tesla recorded a 37% increase in total revenue to reach a record $24.3 billion during the last quarter of 2022. Vehicle deliveries rose 31.3% YoY to 405,278 vehicle deliveries within the quarter, bringing the 2022 annual…

30 January 2023 - With any type of game or sport, there’s always a minefield of perceptions and myths to wade through. The more… The post Which Myths About Online Poker Affect Your Game? appeared first on TechMoran.

30 January 2023 - The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has licensed 12 Digital Credit Providers (DCPs) bringing the number of licensed DCPs to… The post Central Bank of Kenya Licenses 12 More Digital Credit Providers appeared first on TechMoran.

30 January 2023 - Despite bleeding millions over the years, Jumia has mostly maintained a great liquidity position, using its deep pockets to absorb its consistent losses. But now, for the first time, the ecommerce company may have to worry about its reclining…

30 January 2023 - Global giant, Amazon, has launched a new Amazon Web Services (AWS) Local Zones in Lagos, one of only 15 outside the United States. The proximity of AWS Local Zones to the Lagos metropolis will help improve the development and performance of…

30 January 2023 - Whether you’ve played Bingo in person at your local Bingo hall, or virtually via one of the many online platforms… The post <strong>All the rhyming calls in a 90-ball Bingo game!</strong> appeared first on TechMoran.

30 January 2023 - Due to the extension of the deadline by the CBN, bank traffic has decreased, and ATMs are overcrowded. As a result, some POS agents are turning away customers seeking to withdraw money or charging them excessive fees due to the cash scarcity.

30 January 2023 - Digital identity verification provider Smile Identity has revealed 2022 Know Your Customer findings. The publication reportedly uses data from 50 million KYC checks across industries to give an overview of current KYC trends, policies, and best…

30 January 2023 - Shadrack Kiprotich, a Kenyan tech enthusiast, has won the coveted Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) Award for 2022. This award is highly esteemed in the tech community as it recognizes individuals who have made significant...

30 January 2023 - Kenya’s Shadrack Kiprotich is the 2022 recipient of Microsoft’s Most Valuable Professional (MVP) Award for actively sharing high-quality expertise with other technology professionals. With just over 3,000 awardees worldwide, the Microsoft MVPs are…

30 January 2023 - In a report made available to Techloy by Hindenburg Research, Indian multinational conglomerate, Adani Group – worth over $218 billion – has been accused of "stock manipulation", among other allegations.As a result, the market value of most of Adani…

30 January 2023 - Real money online casinos have been popular ever since the mid-2000s. Now, in 2023, they’re more popular than ever before.… The post <strong>What is a Real Money Online Casino? (A Closer Look)</strong> appeared first on TechMoran.

30 January 2023 - Blockchain and cryptocurrency are some of the digital transformation technologies to watch out for this year. In a Webinar organized... Source

30 January 2023 - JUMO, a UK-based fintech firm appointed former Kenyan Cabinet Secretary Joe Mucheru as President of the company to support its… The post JUMO hires former Kenyan Cabinet Secretary Joe Mucheru as president appeared first on TechMoran.

30 January 2023 - Vertiv, a global leader in critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, has announced the expansion of its factory in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. The new facility will support the company’s integrated modular solutions (IMS), low...

30 January 2023 - The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has granted operating licenses to an additional 12 Digital Credit Providers (DCPs), bringing the total to 22. In a statement to media houses, the CBK said that more DCPs are at various stages of the process, “largely…

30 January 2023 - Hope Ventures, the investment arm of Hope Fund and producers of Beban TV show, have invested  USD 1.5m in YAS… The post UAE Hope Ventures invests in YAS Holding and RestHero to accelerate growth appeared first on TechMoran.

30 January 2023 - LG Electronics has been a significant player in the gaming monitor market for years. The brand is known for its cutting-edge displays that offer high-quality visuals and lightning-fast response times. Today, LG has announced that...

30 January 2023 - Baidu, the largest search engine company in China, is set to debut a new AI chatbot service similar to OpenAI's ChatGPT in March, according to a Bloomberg report.The application will be initially embedded in the main search services and will provide…

30 January 2023 - Africa Tech Summit has announced the final shortlist of ventures who will Pitch Live on stage to investors, corporate and… The post Here are the 14 startups Pitching Live at Africa Tech Summit 2023 appeared first on TechMoran.

30 January 2023 - The logistics and fulfillment sector in Africa continues to thrive, driven by innovative technology that boosts efficiency and propels business growth. Companies of all sizes now have the ability to cost-effectively transport their products to…

30 January 2023 - German enterprise software firm SAP will be cutting up to 3,000 jobs, or about 2.5% of its workforce, becoming the latest tech giant to announce significant layoffs.SAP's CEO, Christian Klein, stated that the company is focusing its portfolio in…

30 January 2023 - Convergence Partners, the leading private equity investor dedicated to the technology sector in sub-Saharan Africa, has successfully closed its Convergence Partners Digital Infrastructure Fund (CPDIF) at $296 million, exceeding its initial target by…

30 January 2023 - Smile Identity, a leading provider of digital identity verification solutions for Africa, has released its highly-anticipated end-of-year 2022 Know Your Customer (KYC) report. Using data from nearly 50 million KYC checks from different industries,…

30 January 2023 - The Central Bank of Nigeria(CBN) in collaboration with Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement Systems (NIBSS) has launched a National Domestic Card Scheme named AfriGo, to rival foreign cards like Mastercard and Verve and drive financial inclusion in the…

30 January 2023 - The "extracurricular indulges" of Nigeria's central bank makes us believe the bank's managers hope they can be like India

30 January 2023 - JUMO, a technology company specializing in financial services for emerging market entrepreneurs, recently appointed Joe Mucheru as President of the company. Mucheru, who was formerly the Kenyan Cabinet Secretary in the Ministry of ICT, Innovation...

30 January 2023 - Shadrack Kiprotich is the 2022 recipient of Microsoft’s Most Valuable Professional (MVP) Award for actively sharing high-quality expertise with other... Source

30 January 2023 - Although still in its infancy, Africa’s digital ecosystem has limitless potential to spur economic growth, advance social and gender equality,... Source

30 January 2023 - Digital Frontiers (DFI), a not-for-profit organization that provides professional development opportunities for emerging and bridge professionals, has joined the Mojaloop Foundation as a Promoter member. The Mojaloop Foundation is a non-profit…

30 January 2023 -   Yebo Fresh, an e-commerce startup providing South African townships with fresh groceries and food has secured $4.5m   pre-series A equity investment and… The post SA food e-commerce startup Yebo Fresh secures $4.5m pre-Series A round for…

30 January 2023 - Cybersecurity breaches pose a major business risk and can no longer be viewed as a technology concern. According to Gartner’s 2022 Board of Directors Survey, business leaders agree on this point, which found that 88% of respondents viewed…

30 January 2023 - Scaling a business can be a challenging task, but it is essential for startups that want to grow and become successful. Scaling involves increasing the size, reach, and impact of a business by expanding its operations, customer base, and revenue.…

30 January 2023 - JUMO, a South African fintech start-up has appointed former ICT Cabinet Secretary Joe Mucheru as the President of the company... Source

30 January 2023 - The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says it has collaborated with the Nigerian Inter-Bank Settlement Systems (NIBSS) to launch the National Domestic Card Scheme, ‘AfriGo’, to transform the Nigerian payment system. The scheme, which was initially…

30 January 2023 - South Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the information and communication technology (ICT) sector are under pressure to expand their offerings to stay afloat in 2023, according to the latest State of the ICT Sector Report. The…

30 January 2023 - In this first episode of our 24Bit podcast, we discuss everything that happened in January.   Listen in to the conversation with Emmanuel Chenze, Dickson Otieno, and Nick Kanali. Find Audio on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/24bit/  And on ALL Podcast…

30 January 2023 - Vertiv has inaugrated an expansion of its factory in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE to help support its integrated modular solutions, low voltage switchgear, and busway business.

30 January 2023 - Nigeria’s popular payments platform Flutterwave has announced its collaboration with Multichoice Africa to bring back the popular reality TV show Big Brother Titans. The show is a fusion of two of the largest reality BB shows in Africa- Big Brother…