Côte d’Ivoire will launch its first satellite in two years. Astrophysicists and geologists tell The Conversation Africa about the potential benefits of this finding and how the country expects to realise its space sector objectives. What satellite will Côte d’Ivoire launch? Nanosatellite YAM-SAT-CI 01 will observe Earth. Nanosatellites weigh 1–10kg. It will have a camera […]

Elon Musk, a billionaire CEO, has made headlines again with his latest project, xAI. Musk announced the creation of an artificial intelligence (AI) company that wants to understand reality, Economic Time reports. The launch of xAI’s website showed off a team of engineers who have worked at tech giants like Google and Microsoft, as well […]

In today’s world, technology is an unending tool and skill everyone must possess to connect globally and fit into a fast-rising society. While there are many tech skills available today, UI/UX, or Product design, is one of the most in-demand skills as it cuts across all spheres of human endeavour. In an interview with Techpression, […]

Meta‘s microblogging app, Threads, created an online buzz when it launched on Wednesday, 5th July, 2023. According to CEO Mark Zuckerberg, five million people joined Threads in the first four hours of its introduction.  Here is what you need to know about the Threads app and how to join in the fun and start threading. […]

Berry Health, a Ghanaian health IT business, has secured $1.6 million in pre-seed capital to combat health barriers and stigma in Africa. Lightspeed Ventures and General Catalyst led this fundraising round.  Other notable investors in the pre-seed round include Reddit COO Jen Wong. Thirty Madison co-founders Demetri Karagas and Steven Gutentag, New York tech lawyers […]

When AI changed the way the internet worked last year, many people saw it as a chance to make new and interesting jobs or side hustles. Companies that were trying to be the best at AI were very focused driven. Many people hope that the speed and efficiency of AI will lead to more job […]

The gaming sector has grown into a lucrative, international industry with a broad and large audience. Gambling has risen in South Africa. This is due to better technology, rising game popularity, and a vibrant developer community. At Johannesburg’s Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct, South African kids learn how to succeed in the gaming and animation sectors. […]

Members of the Institute of Software Practitioners of Nigeria (ISPON) have elected new leaders to run the group from 2023 to 2025. According to a report, Mr Bimbo Abioye, who used to be an accountant but is now an IT executive, has been chosen President of ISPON. He takes over from the president who just […]

WhatsApp is adding a new feature that will let users share their screens with each other during a video call. WABetaInfo, a blog that reports on WhatsApp, says that this screen-sharing function is not yet available to all users.  However, some beta testers who have downloaded the latest version of WhatsApp from the Google Play […]

Nigeria has made remarkable progress in bridging the gaps in telecommunications access across the country.  At a recent telecoms industry stakeholders forum in Yenagoa, Bayelsa state, the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, announced a significant reduction in identified access gaps by 53%. According […]

Founder of ChatGPT and CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman, has compared the impact of AI on education to that of calculators, stating that while AI tools will revolutionize education, they will not replace the process of learning itself. Altman defended the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in education during a talk at Keio University […]

Globacom, a renowned Nigerian telecommunications provider and Grandmaster of data has officially launched its countrywide Fourth Generation Long Term Evolution Advanced network, known as 4G-LTE Advanced, to enhance productivity. The company believes that simultaneously launching this service in many places around the nation would boost economic and commercial activity while also improving efficiency. Globacom underscores […]

The competition to make the best VR or AR product has begun, marking the start of a new age. The AI war is still going on, and we’ve moved on to a new phase. This is how technology grows. Apple’s Vision Pro is a new spatial computer that has sent shock waves through the tech […]

Emurgo Africa is getting ready to share a full State of Web 3.0 in Africa Report on June 23, 2023.  The analysis reveals how fast African Web 3.0 technologies are changing. It also provides an in-depth study of their consequences, opportunities, and challenges, as well as proposals for growth and influence. Africa is rapidly adopting […]

Giphy, a search engine for animated GIFs, has been sold to Shutterstock by Meta in a deal that calls for “$53 million of net cash paid at closing, inclusive of working capital.” After purchasing Giphy for a total price of $400 million three years ago, Meta was later compelled by a regulatory body in the […]

The highly anticipated ChatGPT software for Apple iOS has been released by OpenAI, the top artificial intelligence research organization, and represents a huge advancement in conversational AI technology. “Since ChatGPT was released, we’ve heard from users that they love using it on the go,” the news says. “We’re releasing the ChatGPT app for iOS.”  With […]

The White House has revealed a set of actions aimed at tackling the challenges associated with artificial intelligence (AI), prompted by the growing popularity of tools like ChatGPT. The government also has increasing concerns regarding potential risks such as discrimination, misinformation, and privacy. According to the White House, the US government intends to implement policies […]

Do you love staying up-to-date with the latest fashion trends and always strive to look your best? You are stunning, and with a little effort, you can capture your beauty perfectly in smartphone camera shots.  Who says you need to book pricey professional photography sessions constantly? There are plenty of affordable options available that can […]

Samsung Electronics, a South Korean multinational electronics company, has recently told its workers that they can’t use AI-powered chatbots like ChatGPT. This move is very important, especially given the recent buzz in the tech business about artificial intelligence (AI).  It also makes Samsung the latest company to take steps to stop private internal information from […]

Netflix recently announced motives to expand its operations in Africa on Wednesday, building on the success of films and series such as ‘Blood and Water’ in South Africa and ‘Far From Home’ in Nigeria. According to the report, the online video-streaming behemoth has committed the equivalent of €160 million in developing film content in Africa […]