A portrait of the current cyber-threat landscape
A portrait of the current cyber-threat landscape. (Image Source: ). When you picture hackers, you conjure up an image of rebellious teenagers in hoodies, think again. Cybercrime is a great deal more...
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Huawei to launch Mobile APP store across Africa. On 7 December 2017, Chinese ICT solutions provider, Huawei announced that the Huawei Mobile Service platform will be launching in Africa adding to the...
View ArticleWhat is the potential of investing in Cryptocurrencies?
What is the potential of investing in Cryptocurrencies? Cryptocurrency is digital currency managed through cryptography (advanced encryption technique). It is a decentralised currency, which allows...
View ArticleWorldRemit raises $40 million for emerging market expansion
WorldRemit raises $40 million for emerging market expansion. Digital money transfer service, WorldRemit, announced on Thursday 7 December 2017 that it has raised $40 million which will be used to...
View ArticleTop 10 African Internet of Things startups to watch
Top 10 African Internet of Things startups to watch. (image source: Flickr/JCT600) IoT is growing and will continue to grow beyond 2017. IHS Technology predicts that there will be 75 billion connected...
View ArticleFacebook's 2017 Year in Review
Facebook's 2017 Year In Review. On Wednesday 6 December 2017, social media giants, Facebook, revealed its 2017 Year in Review, highlighting the top ways people came together on Facebook to support one...
View ArticleOpera integrates web payment platform in Kenya
Opera integrates web payment platform in Kenya. (Image Source: Opera, the Norwegian developer of Opera Mini, has integrated a new web payment platform in Kenya which directly runs on the Opera Mini...
View ArticleBusinesses should consider the advantages of outsourcing their software...
Gareth Hawkey, CEO of redPanda Software. In today’s digitally driven business environment, it is critical that businesses are powered by enterprise software that is tailored to their specific needs....
View ArticleTop 10 IT security predictions for 2018
Top 10 IT security predictions for 2018. 2017 was certainly the year in which the world sat up and took notice of the undeniable importance of IT security. There were multiple high profile data...
View ArticleMost watched YouTube videos in Nigeria in 2017
Most watched YouTube videos in Nigeria in 2017. On Thursday 7 December 2017, YouTube released its annual Rewind lists. These lists are separated by country and showcase the moments that captured the...
View ArticleHow IoT can transform customer experience this festive season
How IoT can transform customer experience this festive season. There is no denying that customers are getting smarter about their shopping choices and their expectations of the retail experience are...
View ArticleSAP brings data science and biometrics to Volvo Ocean Race
SAP brings data science and biometrics to Volvo Ocean Race. On Friday 8 December 2017, software company, SAP revealed that it has partnered with Team AkzoNobel as part of an innovation project aimed...
View ArticleGoogle and MediaTrek partnership to improve performance in entry-level...
Google and MediaTrek partnership to improve performance in entry-level smartphones. MediaTek has announced a collaboration with Google in a bid to deliver improved performance in entry-level...
View ArticleIT News Africa: Top Stories Of The Week
IT News Africa: Top Stories Of The Week This week was yet again filled with tech news stories that grabbed the headlines both across Africa and around the world. The big news grabbing headlines...
View ArticleNigeria: WaraCake launches e-commerce gifting platform
Nigeria: WaraCake launches e-commerce gifting platform. Nigerian cake delivery startup WaraCake has expanded its offering with the launch of a new online gifting platform, WaraGifts. WaraCake, which...
View ArticleBitcoin SEO: Get it right for your blockchain startup
Bitcoin SEO: Get it right for your Blockchain startup.(image: Shutterstock) Meta Description: In the face of increased competition, many blockchain startups are opting to employ Bitcoin SEO techniques...
View ArticleSES Networks provides Wi-Fi to participants of the Munga Mountain Bike Race
SES Networks provides Wi-Fi connectivity for Munga Mountain Bike Race. SES Networks provided Wi-Fi connectivity to participants and organisers of the Munga MTB, a single stage mountain bike race...
View Article8 ways to jump on the Bitcoin train
8 ways to jump on the Bitcoin train. Bitcoin is undoubtedly the buzz word today, not only within tech and financial circles, but amongst the average joe on the street as well. The most famous of the...
View ArticleSagarmatha Technologies to invest $100 million into African programmers
Sagarmatha Technologies to invest $100 million into African programmers (image: official GDC) Sagarmatha Technologies has revealed that it will invest $100 million to help grow the programming skills...
View ArticleKenya Airways customers can now book tickets online using mobile money wallets
Kenya Airways customers can now book tickets online using mobile money wallets. Digital payments service provider, Cellulant has partnered with Kenya Airways in a bid to provide a variety of mobile...
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