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Purple Elephant Ventures Secures $4.5M Seed Round, Setting Record in Kenya’s Tourism-Tech Scene

In a groundbreaking move for African travel technology, Purple Elephant Ventures (PEV), a Nairobi-based venture studio, has raised $4.5 million in seed financing. This…

Conservio raises $1M to expand sustainable travel

Conservio, the go-to platform for travellers looking to escape into nature, has just landed $1 million in funding to expand its footprint. The investment,…

The Crypto Landscape in 2025: Trends, Innovations, and What Lies Ahead

The world of cryptocurrency is set for another transformative year in 2025, following a breakout 2024 that saw record highs, regulatory advancements, and surging…

Amazon Bedrock Expands AI Horizons with 100+ New Models

At this year’s AWS re:Invent, Amazon Web Services unveiled a major expansion to its Amazon Bedrock platform, introducing over 100 new AI models alongside…

XtalPi and AWS: Changing How Medications Are Discovered

XtalPi, a leader in AI-driven drug research, has teamed up with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to speed up the process of developing new medicines….

AWS Trainium2 Unlocks New AI Performance Levels

AWS has introduced its Trainium2-powered EC2 instances, marking a major leap forward for artificial intelligence workloads. Designed to handle the demands of increasingly large…

Amazon Nova: A Calculated Move in the AI Arms Race

When Amazon CEO Andy Jassy steps onto a stage, he does so with intent. At AWS re:Invent 2024, he wasn’t just unveiling a new…

South Africa’s online grocery boom signals digital shift

South Africa’s online grocery sector is witnessing unprecedented growth, with market projections suggesting a surge to R80 billion (approximately $5 billion USD) by 2026….

Beyond ransomware: Navigating the perils of cyber extortion

As cybercriminals evolve their tactics, businesses must strengthen their defenses to protect against the growing threat of cyber extortion. Cyber extortion has become one…

Overcoming Inertia Around Digital Currencies Could Boost Banking Innovation

Digital currencies and blockchain technology have long been the subject of fascination for central banks across the globe. With digital asset infrastructure, such as…

From data to dollars: Unlocking the potential of data science

The world of data science is rapidly transforming how industries operate, offering an array of lucrative opportunities for those who can harness its power….

Standard Bank, Meridiam drive energy investment in Africa

Standard Bank Group, Africa’s largest bank by assets, has partnered with Meridiam, an independent investment benefit corporation, to unlock new investment opportunities in alternative…

IBM and UNDP empower policymakers with AI energy tool

Recently, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and IBM announced the release of two groundbreaking tools aimed at transforming how we address energy access…

Oracle’s AWS partnership reshapes cloud computing’s future

Oracle’s landmark partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) marks a fundamental shift in the cloud computing landscape, challenging long-held assumptions about competition and cooperation…

Axis Communications pioneers explosion-protected security tech

Axis Communications has unveiled groundbreaking explosion-protected devices, marking a significant leap forward in hazardous area safety and security technology. The Swedish network technology firm…

Why women are the key drivers of fintech innovation

Fintech innovation is increasingly targeting the world’s most influential consumer group: women. With women controlling a staggering 75% of global discretionary spending, fintech providers…

South African CEOs navigate generative AI challenges

South African CEOs are swiftly embracing generative AI solutions, aiming to boost operational efficiency and innovation, according to a recent IBM study. However, this…

C-CONNECT enters South African market

C-CONNECT, South Africa’s latest virtual mobile network operator (MVNO), has launched nationwide, targeting the country’s savvy prepaid users with a fresh approach to mobile…

Cisco’s DNS analysis reveals shifting patterns in cyber threats

Cisco’s latest cyber threat report has shed light on the evolving landscape of digital threats, with researchers analysing DNS data to uncover trends in…

South African Workers Ready to Reskill for GenAI Era

South African workers are demonstrating a remarkable willingness to adapt as generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) begins to reshape the job market, according to a…

Empowering Women, Enabling Change: Buhle Binta’s Dual Mission at PMI

Buhle Binta, Head of Scientific Engagement for Southern Africa at Philip Morris International (PMI), is a tobacco harm reduction champion, spearheading efforts to empower…

Building South Africa’s Smart Cities

South Africa’s metros are leveraging today’s technologies to improve service delivery and enhance the citizen experience, transforming the country into smarter, more sustainable cities….

African Venture Capital Firm Rebrands as 54 Collective

Founders Factory Africa, a leading venture capital firm in Africa, has rebranded itself as 54 Collective, signalling a new chapter in the continent’s entrepreneurial…

Mobile World Congress 2025: A Glimpse into the Hyperconnected Future

$4 Trillion Gone: Unpacking the US Stock Market Turmoil and Its Ripple Effect

Lenovo at MWC 2025: AI-Powered Laptops, Sustainable Concepts, and a Glimpse into the Future

Injini Accelerates EdTech Revolution in SA with New Mastercard Foundation Fellowship Cohort

Preferental: The Startup Transforming South Africa’s Rental Market with AI

Verto Launches Global Business Award to Fuel African Startup Expansion

Microsoft launches new Surface devices in new AI era

Honor Magic V3 launches, four things to know

Honor Magic V3, a Guinness world record attempt

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Lucid CEO becomes strategic advisor

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