Elon Musk’s xAI Grok 4 has surged to the top of a rare real-world AI trading contest, strengthening claims that large language models are moving beyond theory into practical financial decision-making. As of January 21, 2026, Elon Musk’s Grok 4 has delivered a +7% return on an initial virtual $100,000 portfolio, placing it firmly at […]
Apple’s latest drive towards AI has generated worldwide interest, particularly with the advent of Apple Intelligence. The Apple Foundation Model is the main component of this plan, a clever but mostly unseen AI system that aims to deliver a better user experience without compromising on privacy. What Is the Apple Foundation Model? The Apple Foundation […]
ChatGPT 5 has made a bold entrance into the burgeoning artificial intelligence sector. Dubbed the most capable model so far, it builds on the strengths of its OpenAI predecessor ChatGPT 4 and pushes the boundaries of modern technology. The latest iteration of ChatGPT is perfect for professionals, students, creators and casual users. You can use […]
In 2025, Starlink — SpaceX’s satellite internet service — is rapidly expanding its footprint across Africa. Designed to deliver high-speed, low-latency internet from space, Starlink is revolutionizing online access in a region where traditional infrastructure often falls short. Where is Starlink Available in Africa? As of August 2025, Starlink is officially available in the following […]
Smart home tech in 2025 is designed to do more than impress—it’s here to save time, cut energy use, and make daily living feel effortless. Here are five must-have smart gadgets that combine innovation with everyday value. 1. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium (2025 Edition) This thermostat doesn’t just adjust the temperature—it learns your routine, monitors […]
The year 2025 has brought with it a fresh wave of innovation in the world of content creation and digital marketing, one powered by artificial intelligence, but shaped by creators across the globe. In Africa, especially, creators are taking center stage in global conversations, leveraging AI to bypass traditional gatekeepers and reach audiences across continents. […]
The world is changing fast, and technology is leading the way. This week, Australian tech giant Atlassian announced that it is letting go of 150 employees. These workers were mostly in customer service and support roles. The reason? The company is now using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to handle many of its tasks. The news came […]
Indian EV infrastructure leader SUN Mobility, co-founded by the Maini Group and SUN Group, raised $135 million in funding over the past year in order to execute a considerable global expansion. The recent round led by Helios Climate, Africa’s climate targeted investment platform, already partnered with the Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG) to support the […]
Nokia has been chosen to provide the Medusa Submarine Cable System, a new subsea fibre optic network built by AFR-IX Telecom. Covering the Atlantic coast, the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea, this next generation infrastructure will create a high capacity digital corridor between North Africa and Europe. The Medusa cable will connect key North […]
Kroonstad, a minor South African town in the Free State province of the same name is embarking on a future in clean energy. Scatec ASA has been designated as the top bidder for the Kroonstad photovoltaic (PV) cluster under phase seven of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP). What is the Kroonstad […]
In a historic step toward digital integration throughout East Africa, Kenya and Tanzania have officially connected their national broadband networks via cross border fibre optic link. The terrestrial fibre link covers 130 kilometers from Mombasa, Kenya to Horohoro, the border town at the Tanzania border and is a critical component of the regional ICT backbone. […]
By 2025, with homes becoming smarter and devices becoming more demanding, many people still blame their internet service provider for every buffering wheel and dropped Zoom call. But analysis from Tom’s Guide shows a more common problem – poor Wi‑Fi optimization at home. It’s not that your ISP can’t deliver, it’s that your router is […]
Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp and Facebook is at risk of facing litigation action in South Africa after ignoring a court order related to exposing explicit content of school children made public on its platforms. South Africa’s local legal expert Emma Sadleir, the founder of The Digital Law Company, obtained a court order compelling […]
VUMA has recently been awarded the Best Fibre Network Operator 2025 MyBroadband Award which shows that VUMA is still leading in the broadband space in South Africa. The award was brought to VUMA’s Johanesburg office, due to their coherence, innovation and general footprint and contribution to connectivity across South Africa. This award was based on […]
Instagram isn’t just a place to share photos, it’s a money making machine. Using the right methods, the everyday creator can convert their followers to money. The three easiest and most effective ways to get started on monetizing your Instagram profile in 2025 are affiliate marketing, sponsored posts and Instagram Shop. Affiliate Marketing Affiliate Marketing […]
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is rapidly transitioning from fossil fuel reliance with its vision of “Beyond Oil by 2035” which focuses on clean energy, maintaining a sustainability trajectory and major investments into Africa. Here’s how this Gulf talent is leading the world by example. 1. Solar Leadership & Sustainability The UAE is changing its […]
Earning a degree in Nigeria is a great achievement but being successful in real life means more than simply obtaining a degree. If Nigerian students want to be successful in career and life, they must develop a number of general life skills that connect the world of academics to the world of adulthood. Below are […]
Anthropic’s Claude AI is a family of leading large language models that have Claude 1 to Claude 4 with safety, ethicality and depth of conversation in mind. It started in March 2023 and has developed quickly, including Claude 2 with document level understanding and Claude 3 including scale and reasoning, with Claude 4 (Opus/Sonnet) having […]
What Is FairMoney POS? FairMoney POS is a business platform from FairMoney MFB that allows agents to execute transactions such as cash withdrawal, cash deposit, money transfers and bill payment, among others. It is gaining popularity among POS operators in Nigeria, partly due to its extremely fast transaction capability, efficient network switches and easy to […]
