Amazon unveiled its revamped virtual assistant, Alexa+, on Wednesday during an event in New York City. This new iteration of Alexa is designed to be more conversational and capable of performing real-world tasks, marking Amazon’s entry into the AI-driven virtual assistant era. Features and capabilities of Alexa+ Alexa+ is powered by a combination of large […]

On Monday, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially launched Senegal’s ambitious digital strategy, the “New Deal Technologique,” at the Abdou Diouf International Conference Center (CICAD) in Diamniadio. This initiative will propel Senegal into a leading position in Africa’s digital economy by 2034. Read also: GBC seeks collaboration with NCA to improve telecom, broadcasting services in Ghana […]

The Acting Director General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), Rev. Ing. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko, received a courtesy call at the NCA Tower from a three-member delegation from the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), which was led by its Director General, Prof. Amin Alhassan. According to the press release dated February 27, 2025, the purpose of […]

On Wednesday, Clearwater Capital, a private equity fund manager, announced the acquisition of SnoLink Logistics, the temperature-controlled storage and logistics arm of Etlin International, through a business rescue deal. This strategic move reflects Clearwater’s long-standing interest in the sector and aims to enhance South Africa’s evolving supply chain by offering a reliable route to market. […]

Industry experts explored the ethical considerations of gaming marketing, emphasizing player well-being at the ongoing Africa Gaming Expo (AGE) 2025 in Lagos. The session, tagged “Ethical Boundaries: Creating Marketing Strategies and Solutions that Prioritize Player’s Well-being,” was one of the standout discussions addressing key concerns in the gaming, esports, and betting industries. Held on February […]

The International Telecommunication Union and Nigeria have urged international cooperation to address the growing damage and disruptions to underwater cables, cautioning that such occurrences threaten the expansion and viability of the global digital economy. The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, called for international efforts to prioritise submarine cable resilience during […]

On Wednesday, Ethio Telecom announced the state-of-the-art cloud-based core banking system, which will transform how financial institutions run their businesses. The company has effectively put in place a core banking solution that gives savings and credit cooperatives and microfinance organisations access to cutting-edge digital financial technology. By simplifying operations, enhancing customer satisfaction, and expanding service […]

Global chipmaker Nvidia Corporation announced sales of $39.3 billion for the fourth quarter that concluded on January 26, 2025, which was a 78 percent gain year over year and a 12 percent increase from the prior quarter. The firm revealed the figures in its financial report, which was made public on Wednesday. It attributed the […]

In order to improve worldwide data transmission, including for artificial intelligence applications, Facebook’s parent company, Meta, has announced plans to install a 50,000-kilometer underwater cable system that will cut across five continents. In an effort to boost global connectivity and meet the rising demand for AI-driven technology, the business announced that the cable would link […]

Visa and MDP announced their strategic partnership on Tuesday to enhance the fintech sector in Egypt. This collaboration aims to empower fintech companies and non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs) by providing the necessary tools, security, and scalability to thrive in the digital payments ecosystem. Empowering fintech growth The partnership combines MDP’s comprehensive payment processing and issuing […]

On Thursday, Meta apologised for an error that led to a surge of graphic and violent content appearing on Instagram Reels.  This apology came after numerous users reported encountering disturbing videos, including those depicting violence and gore, despite having their “Sensitive Content Control” settings enabled to the highest moderation level. The error and its impact […]

UNICEF has announced the implementation of machine learning technologies to enhance immunisation programs across Central and West Africa.  This initiative was launched on Wednesday as part of the “Reach the Unreached” (RTU) pilot program in countries such as Cameroon, Chad, Guinea, and Mali. Harnessing technology for immunisation The RTU initiative leverages machine learning to analyse […]

Experts in the esports industry in Africa have raised the challenges and opportunities shaping Africa’s esports ecosystem. At the ongoing Africa Gaming Expo (AGE) 2025 in Lagos, panelists underscored the urgent need for infrastructure development, policy support, and corporate partnerships to drive the sector forward. Moderated by Clésio Dias, Head of the Department of Technological […]

An initiative to train 6,000 senior high school teachers in 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory in artificial intelligence has been initiated by the Federal Government of Nigeria. The National Senior Secondary Education Commission organised the program, which aims to incorporate AI into the educational system, improving teaching strategies and equipping teachers with the […]

Pi Coin, the native cryptocurrency of the Pi Network, has taken the crypto world by storm, soaring to $2.99 just one week after its official launch on Thursday, February 20, 2025. This milestone underscores the growing excitement surrounding Pi, a token that has already amassed a global community of over 50 million users during its […]

In an effort to empower women and improve financial inclusion throughout Nigeria, Alert Microfinance Bank has introduced the Smart Savings Account. According to a statement released by the bank on Monday, the Smart Savings Account is designed to accommodate the requirements of retirees, business owners, and students. The statement claims that in order to assist […]

The race to dominate the artificial intelligence landscape intensified in 2025, pitting OpenAI’s ChatGPT 4o against xAI’s Grok 3 in a showdown of cutting-edge AI models. ChatGPT 4o, the latest iteration of OpenAI’s renowned GPT series, brings refined reasoning, multimodal capabilities, and broad accessibility to the forefront.  Meanwhile, Grok 3, launched by Elon Musk’s xAI […]

On Wednesday, Gozem, a leading super app in Francophone Africa, announced that it has secured $30 million in Series B funding.  This investment, a combination of equity and debt, was led by SAS Shipping Agencies Services Sàrl, a MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA subsidiary, and Al Mada Ventures. The funds will bolster vehicle financing and […]

The Pi Network has achieved a groundbreaking milestone as businesses in Florida begin accepting Pi Coin for real-world transactions, signaling a major step toward mainstream cryptocurrency adoption. From real estate to car dealerships, Pi, a mobile-mined crypto asset, is gaining traction as a practical payment option. This development highlights the growing utility of Pi Coin […]

Nigerian edtech startup Edukoya officially announced its decision to shut down operations on Wednesday after operating for nearly three years. Despite raising $3.5 million in pre-seed funding in 2021, the largest of its kind in Africa at the time, the company faced insurmountable challenges that led to this decision. Read also: 5 Investment Apps for Nigerians Edukoya’s […]