Africa-focused venture capital firm TLcom Capital is set to host its sixth Africa Tech Female Founder Summit on November 14, 2024, in Nairobi, Kenya. The event aims to unite, inspire, and empower female founders across the continent, providing them a platform for learning, networking, and establishing supportive connections. This year’s theme is “Transformative Leadership: Redefining […]

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has obtained court orders freezing accounts linked to cryptocurrency services ByBit and KuCoin, totalling N548.6 million, or around $670,000. The platforms’ alleged contribution to the further depreciation of the naira is the subject of this motion, dated September 3, 2024. Read also: Clampdown on crypto exchange continues as […]

In Nigeria’s tough economy, getting a raise can be difficult. What if you had a tool to negotiate more confidently and effectively? If you use ChatGPT, you can negotiate your salary confidently and skillfully. This OpenAI-made AI language model has been beneficial in preparing for and planning these crucial talks. ChatGPT may help you throughout […]

The Ghana Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has given Chipper Cash a broker-dealer licence. Chipper Cash is famous for international money transfers. Thanks to direct access to Ghana’s financial markets, Chipper Cash can now offer more services to consumers. Jon Taylor Samson, CEO of Chipper Cash in Ghana, said, “It is essential for every entity […]

Risevest, a Nigerian investment business, acquired Kenya’s Hisa stock trading platform to strengthen its fintech foothold in Africa. Rise’s second acquisition in less than a year after its September 2023 acquisition of Chaka, a digital trading platform. The partnership boosts Rise’s dominance and highlights the sector’s cross-border building up. After acquiring Hisa, Rise can enter […]

Open-source AI has come to Roblox to generate 3D structures and environments based on an input of texts for game developers and makers. This tool is set to transform how virtual worlds are constructed, explaining why creating these worlds will take less time.  This tool that AI will drive will help developers avoid common problems […]

Now, mark your calendars for the new chapter in gaming PCs. The NUC 970 is a gaming PC in a tin can that dramatically affects the concept of a portable gaming desktop. Equipped with the Intel Ultra 9 processor and an NVIDIA RTX 4070, this compact gaming PC delivers performance that other bigger PCs might […]

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nigeria’s anti-graft agency, has obtained an order from the Federal High Court of Nigeria to freeze N548.6 million in bank accounts of suspected cryptocurrency users on ByBit, KuCoin, and other platforms due to their alleged involvement in naira fluctuations. The court froze the cash based on a September […]

Early-stage venture capital firm Launch Africa Ventures has introduced the Launch Africa Mezzanine Impact Fund, designed to provide growth capital to African and GCC-based technology companies. This new initiative aims to support businesses that uphold strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, driving sustainable growth across the continent. Launch Africa Ventures has already made waves […]

Accra Institute of Technology (AIT) has positioned itself as a trailblazer in higher education by becoming one of the first universities globally to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) across its operations fully. The announcement during AIT’s 20th graduation ceremony underscores the institution’s commitment to digital transformation. Read also: Addressing AI’s ethical challenges in Africa AI-Powered Education […]

Apple’s latest iPhone 16 release has revolutionised mobile photography by introducing the new ‘Camera Control’ button. This addition is designed to make capturing moments easier, faster, and more interactive, enhancing the overall experience for photography enthusiasts. Here’s a breakdown of how this exciting feature brings a new dimension of fun to mobile photography. Read also: […]

Botswana may now formally use Starlink, capping a turbulent process that included numerous regulatory obstacles and protracted talks, making it the 16th market in Africa to welcome the satellite internet service and the 107th market globally. This occurred three months after the business, after a year of back and forth with the regulator, was granted […]

Zamtel has significantly advanced mobile communication by formally launching e-SIM services in Zambia. Eliminating the necessity for a physical SIM card, the e-SIM, or embedded SIM, gives users more freedom and ease. Thanks to this technology, Zamtel customers may now enjoy having two numbers on one device. This is particularly useful for travellers, tourists, and […]