Byju’s is having a hard time raising the full $200 million from its rights issues that its founder had previously claimed was oversubscribed, sources familiar with the matter […]
Inside LemFi’s play to be fintech to the Global South diaspora
The African tech ecosystem, buffeted by huge potential but also lots of economic, political and social instabilities, is no stranger to major drama befalling even its most promising-looking […]
Turkish startup ikas attracts $20M for its e-commerce platform designed for small businesses
It’s easy to assume the e-commerce ship has sailed when you consider we have giant platforms like Shopify, Woocommerce, and Wix dominating the sector. But e-commerce’s field remains […]
What the FCC’s net neutrality decision means for consumers
The FCC is moving ahead with reinstating Obama-era net neutrality laws, a move that would bring back oversight powers against major telecom businesses.
Android texting via satellite: Here’s how it could beat iPhone
Android 15 could come with the ability to text via satellite, and unlike on iPhone, it’s not limited to emergency services.
Google foundation announces AI accelerator program for nonprofits
Google.org’s new Accelerator: Generative AI program provides nonprofits with mentorship, funding, and free support as they incorporate AI into their work.
Google.org launches $20M generative AI accelerator program
Google.org, Google’s charitable wing, is launching a new program to help fund nonprofits developing tech that leverages generative AI. Called Google.org Accelerator: Generative AI, the program is to […]
Nala set out to offer remittance services, it’s building a B2B payment platform too
Payments company Nala pivoted to offer remittance service in 2021, tapping the growing money transfer market in Africa, and demand for reliable and affordable services. Nala founder, Benjamin […]
2024 isn’t without hope. Here are 24 good trends.
There is bad news in 2024. But there are already glimmers of good news about the new year. Here’s what’s trending.