Meta has stated that its AI service will now be available in seven countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, including Nigeria and Ghana. Among the companies owned by Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, Meta is the parent business. According to the company, Meta AI has also been made available in South Africa, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi. Meta […]

The world of artificial intelligence (AI) is changing every day, and it’s becoming increasingly essential to ensure that AI models are safe, fair, and reliable. In this ever-changing field, businesses like Sama are significant.  Sama, a leader in data labelling and model validation, just started the Sama Red Team, a new project to make generative […]

Nigeria, West Africa, now has better travel technology thanks to Tripcel’s introduction of an electronic travel SIM card. Tripcel’s E-Sim is a first-of-its-kind solution in Nigeria. With the help of tourism expert Aminat Akanbi, Tripcel is changing how Nigerian tourists stay connected while travelling around the world. Maintaining contact is essential in today’s digital world, […]

Starlink’s communication categorises Zimbabwe as an “unauthorised territory” for SpaceX’s satellite Internet service, emphasising the lack of official approval for this technology within the country’s borders. This characterization aligns Zimbabwe with South Africa and Botswana, where similar authorizations for SpaceX’s broadband satellite Internet service are pending. The absence of formal authorization signifies regulatory challenges faced […]

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, recently disclosed plans to downsize Tesla’s global workforce by more than 10% owing to a decrease in demand for electric vehicles. This reduction in workforce was detailed in a memo where Musk cited redundancies in roles and the imperative to streamline costs as the primary motivations behind the layoffs. […]

YouScribe, a French-based digital reading platform, has collaborated with Digital Virgo and MTN to expand its presence and foster cultural connections through a multilingual digital library, launching its services in Ghana. Expanding the digital reading library into Ghana represents an ambitious endeavour to grant Ghanaian readers access to a wide-ranging content catalogue. This encompasses nearly […]

Meta has announced that it is conducting tests with Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp users in India and certain regions of Africa. The aim is to gauge their experience with Meta AI, its chatbot powered by a large language model.  This is a big step towards Meta’s goal of scaling its AI offerings by tapping into […]

The Starlink internet router, which cost N800,000 on April 9, now costs N440,000, according to a Wednesday price change in Nigeria. The internet service subscription remains N38,000 per month. The hardware sold for N378,000 for a month. An early March increment, perhaps due to the falling naira, raised the price to N800,000. Starlink did not […]

The addition of PlayStation passkeys has made logging in to the PlayStation Network (PSN) much easier.  Users of the PS5 and PS4 can now log in to their accounts with a PIN or through Face ID or Touch ID on the PlayStation App for Mobile. For gamers who have trouble remembering long passwords, creating a […]

In a move that would completely change Google’s search business, the company is considering charging for new “premium” features driven by generative AI. Even though ChatGPT has been out for almost a year and a half, the company is still trying to figure out how to protect its advertising business from new technologies, such as […]

As part of their corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, WIOCC Group—the parent company of WIOCC, Africa’s digital backbone—and Open Access Data Centres (OADC), Africa’s fastest-growing data centre company—have come together to motivate students at Sammy Bright School in Ajah, Lagos, to major in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). The commitment of WIOCC Group to […]

The Propella 9S Pro V2 is an electric bike aimed at urban commuters. It is a Class 1 e-bike, meaning it has a pedal-assist system only and a maximum speed of 20 mph (32 km/h). Despite the lack of a throttle, reviewers praise its smooth and responsive power delivery thanks to a critical feature: a […]

Are you in the market for a smartwatch but want to explore options beyond the Apple Watch? Look no further! Techpression curated a list of five incredible smartwatches that offer a range of features and styles. Whether you’re a fitness fanatic, a fashion-forward individual, or a tech-savvy enthusiast, there’s something here for everyone.  Read also: […]

In a dynamic showcase of entrepreneurial talent and technological innovation, Microsoft Corporation has collaborated with Get Funded Africa to host an electric vehicle (EV) hackathon at the Microsoft African Development Centre in Lagos.  The event provided a platform for startups, engineers, and visionaries to demonstrate their potential in revolutionising the EV landscape. Top Winners include: […]

When you need web design and development help in Lagos, Nigeria, Lemonwares Technology is the best company to go to. In this digital age, businesses need to have a solid online footprint. With many different services, Lemonwares Technology is committed to improving your brand’s digital journey. We offer cloud-based productivity tools like Microsoft 365 plans […]

China has been transferring modern rice cultivation technologies to African countries for years, addressing food security concerns and promoting agricultural development. This effort has become vital to fighting hunger and poverty and boosting China-Africa relations. Through decades of research and invention, China’s rice farming expertise has increased crop yields and agricultural sustainability. Working with African […]

Platnova Technologies Limited, the beacon of Nigeria’s fintech space, has achieved a significant milestone at the recently concluded Tech Unite Africa Expo, held on March 26th and 27th, 2024, at the esteemed MUSON Centre, Lagos.  The event brought together tech leaders, innovators, investors, and enthusiasts to explore cutting-edge advancements and provide a platform for startups […]

Yahoo has bought Artefact, the AI-powered news aggregation tool that Instagram co-founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger created. The company revealed this on Tuesday.  The amount of money involved in the deal was kept private. Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger, Instagram co-founders, founded Artefact. This personalised news feed app understands your interests and curates content […]

A new digital media campaign called “Let’s Go to Kenya” has been launched by the Kenyan government to market the country as a top spot for investment, technology, innovation, and tourism. A joint effort between the ICT Authority, Konza Technopolis, and the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology and Digital Economy (MoICDE), the campaign was […]

The governments of Zambia and Zimbabwe have announced the retendering of the Batoka Gorge Hydropower project. This significant decision to seek new bidders for the $5 billion contract marks a renewed commitment to sustainable energy and economic resilience in Southern Africa. Previously awarded to General Electric (GE) and Power Construction Corp of China, the contract […]