OpenAI has announced that, through the recently introduced Whisper API, it is now enabling third-party developers to include ChatGPT in their products and services. Using this tool will be far less expensive than using its current language models. The company released the open-source Whisper speech-to-text model in September 2022. The Whisper API is a hosted […]

Artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant strides in the past several years in terms of both use and application, and it has a bright future ahead of it. Google’s key products, used by billions of people daily, are already powered by AI. Technology is reviving society globally. A head-to-head battle between AI+search optimization’s top players […]

Mastercard and Xsolla, a global company specialising in video game commerce, have formed a partnership to facilitate payments that are hassle-free, safe, and rewarding for gamers.  These improvements range from enhanced checkout experiences that make use of credit card loyalty points to simple in-game currency gifting, as well as improved creator payout processes and other […]

2Africa, an international subsea cable (submarine telecommunications cable) which aims to expand internet connectivity and help boost Africa’s digital economy,  has recently landed in Durban, South Africa. The massive subsea cable, which landed in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal,  is the latest after landing in December and January, at other locations in the country:  Vodacom network facility in […]

Peachz, a South African mobile accessories startup, launches an online store in a quest to establish itself as the leading online retailer of technology and mobile accessories in the country. Peachz, which is headquartered in Johannesburg, aspires to make it “peachy” to buy reasonably priced and long-lasting products online. The company’s founder, Tali Flax, has […]

The popular instant messaging app, WhatsApp, has recently updated its features to give users a varied experience. Android mobile users can now make videos more conveniently than in the past. The latest feature set to be released will allow users to record video messages instantly on WhatsApp without keeping their fingers permanently on the camera […]

Google has shut down its Stadia cloud-gaming service in the UK, promising to refund gamers who have made Stadia purchases. The service was made inaccessible after 08:00 on 19 January, many gamers say they are “heartbroken” to see it go. Google says it will refund people who bought controllers, games or downloadable content, with Google […]

Technology is one of the fastest growing industries across the world because it affects practically every aspect of human existence. With this awareness, most nations and businesses are working to better prepare for this advancement. This is why companies all over the world are in need of professionals with advanced information technology skills to enable […]

Tunisian start-up Millesima Technologies specializes in streaming video, video on demand, and data technology. In its fundraising efforts, the company raised 1.5 million dinars, which is about 480 thousand dollars. The company has been registered under the Startup Act.  In order to contribute to the launch of the MYVIOO platform, funds that have been raised […]

Technology has significantly evolved over the years, improving the internet experience globally. There is now easier and more affordable access to a plethora of diverse information.  This advancement has also made human interactions more seamless across business operations and relationship building among individuals, organisations and nations, among other human endeavours. More than ever, the world […]

Syinix Electronics, a producer of smart home appliances, has launched a new swallow maker to aid in the preparation of all varieties of swallow food. The Syinix Swallow Maker, the company’s first entry-level product, would assist Nigerians in preparing swallow foods and deal with the difficulties associated with doing so, including preparing foods like fufu, […]

Facebook will erase religious, political, and sexual preference information from user accounts. The transition begins on December 1. Matt Navarra, a social media consultant, noticed the small but telling change. It shows that Facebook wants you to think about its platform in a different way now. In the early days of Facebook, people would fill […]

Oraimo, Nigeria’s top smart accessory company, has signed an ambassadorship agreement with Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu MFR, known professionally as Burna Boy, who is also a Grammy-winning Nigerian singer and songwriter. A relationship with the “Giant of Africa,” which is known as the No. 1 TWS and Smartwatch brand in Africa, is undoubtedly a success for […]

Google’s primary search bar and homepage facilitate its sophisticated picture recognition and search capabilities. The Google Lens logo has replaced the Google Images logo everywhere.  The fact that Google Lens is so accurate at locating photos makes it more difficult to use, so Google has simplified it for everyone to use. You can copy and […]

Zebra Technologies Corporation has introduced the TC15 mobile computer in Africa to help empower businesses in logistics, retail and field industries with a durable connectivity solution. Zebra Technologies, which is an innovator providing businesses with solutions that enhance operations, announce this in a press release. TC15 Mobile Computer The TC15, which is dustproof, waterproof and […]

Microblogging and social networking service Twitter has revealed plans to introduce a monthly fee of as high as about $20 for account verification. In an official statement on Monday, Twitter said its subscription price would range from $4.99 to $19.99 per month, adding that users who do not pay will lose their verification. The social […]

During a conference held Oct. 22, Egypt’s Space Committee announced plans to launch a satellite to monitor climate change in African countries in partnership with Chinese institutions. Climate researchers say the announcement comes ahead of the UN climate conference (COP27) to be held in Sharm el-Sheikh between Nov. 6-18, in what will be a step […]

Ousman Bah, the minister of communications and the digital economy of the Gambia, has praised Nigeria’s efforts in regulating the telecom industry. The country’s telecom growth has become a benchmark because of Nigeria’s enormous strides in telecom regulation, according to Ousman Bah, the Gambian Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, who spoke at a weekend […]

Over the next five years, Amazon will invest more than one billion euros (R17.7 billion) in electric vans, lorries, and low-emission package hubs across Europe. Taking this step accelerates the company’s efforts to reach net-zero carbon emissions. According to the statement made by the company, the investment was also made to foster innovation within the […]

The tech industry has been predicting the end of passwords/passkeys for years. Those guarantees have been little more than hollow promises for years. There were as many usability and security issues with password replacements as there were solutions, such as pushes, OAUTH single-sign-ons, and trusted platform modules. We’re finally on the verge of a password […]