Category: Science/Technology

MultiChoice offers $4.25 DStv Stream deal to forme...

The transition began in May with eligible customers receiving free access to DStv Stream Compact through the end of the month befo...

Uganda’s central bank caps cash withdrawals in dig...

The Bank of Uganda (BoU) said individual customers will only be allowed to withdraw up to UGX50 million ($13,700) daily and UGX250...

In today's edition: Canal+ to list on the JSE today || Telecel expands telecom network in Ghana || BYD now EV leader in Africa || ...

Lawsuit Filed Against USDA Seeking For Restoration...

A lawsuit has been filed against the U.

NBA Plans To Implement AI Automated System For Ins...

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says the league plans to use AI-assisted technology to automate objective calls.

Anthropic Nears Trillion-Dollar Valuation After It...

Anthropic is nearing a trillion-dollar valuation after raising new funding.

UMG, Sony Music Entertainment Are Requesting For M...

Universal Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment (Sony) want to update a lawsuit against the AI music-generation platform Suno.

Kevin Hart’s Plant-Based Nutrition Company VitaHus...

Kevin Hart’s plant-based nutrition company has received new funding.

A revolutionary cancer treatment could transform a...

Researchers are testing CAR T cell therapy as a way to reset the immune system in lupus, Graves’ disease and other conditions wher...

They call it stupid hot for a reason: Heat muddles...

As temperatures rise, some creatures pick fights while others struggle to learn. The consequences of these behavioral changes may ...

A social compass in the brain

People with a rare genetic disorder that damages the amygdala are helping neuroscientists rethink how the brain shapes fear, trust...

How to tame AI’s voracious appetite for energy

Scientists are exploring new algorithms, hardware and computing methods to lower AI’s power demands. Strategic siting of data cent...

Blood, poop and carcasses: How feasting bugs are h...

Critters that dine on flesh and waste also consume the animal’s DNA. That genetic material is helping scientists detect and map el...

Meta is reportedly developing an AI pendant

Meta seems to be making big bets on AI-powered hardware.

Snap alums unveil Ghost Angels fund

A group of 20 Snap alumni has come together to launch a fund called Ghost Angels to back the next generation of social media.

‘What a joke’: Github Copilot’s new token-based bi...

The golden age of Microsoft's Github Copilot appears to be at an end.

This weekend’s two biggest movies were both direct...

The YouTube-to-prestige-horror pipeline is looking very strong.

SoftBank says it will invest up to €75 billion to ...

The goal, the firm said, is to develop and operate up to 5 gigawatts of additional data center capacity.

Cybercrime Crew Claims It Hacked Mike Lindell’s My...

Plus: A ransomware group is now stealing data in person, BusPatrol wants to hand its license plate surveillance data to the cops, ...

Quilts Are Better Than Sleeping Bags

Tired of sleeping like a mummy in a bag? Improve your backcountry sleep and carry less weight with an ultralight quilt.

Tello Mobile Plan Review (2026): Low Cost, Reliabl...

With inflation and gas prices rising, I’m trying to save money wherever I can. I tested Tello’s budget cell phone plan, and for me...

Keychron K2 HE Concrete Edition Review: Rock-Solid...

Keychron's K2 HE Concrete Edition sounds like a cute gimmick, but as I discovered, there's a really solid keyboard beyond the absu...

‘Backrooms’ Takes You Deeper Inside the Internet’s...

Kane Parsons was just 16 years old when he created a viral YouTube horror series based on a 4chan meme. Now he’s ready to conquer ...

Wearable ultrasound patch can monitor high-risk pr...

For decades, ultrasounds have been the primary means of fetal monitoring.

Nvidia’s Jensen Huang joins advisory board of Chin...

Outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook serves as chairman of the advisory board, members of which also include SpaceX boss Elon Musk, Meta ch...

With nearly $1 trillion valuation, Anthropic dethr...

Anthropic is now the artificial intelligence king in Silicon Valley – unseating rival OpenAI as the most valuable AI company after...

Temporary ‘smart tattoo’ could catch skin cancer b...

Finally, a new use for temporary tattoos beyond kiddie goodie bags.

Brutal bloodbath at California tech startup Webflo...

Website building and hosting platform Webflow is just the latest victim of Artificial Intelligence that has wreaked havoc on Calif...

This startup is betting on tap-to-pay in a transfe...

CashAfrica is betting on contactless payments as Nigeria’s next major shift, building infrastructure and partnerships to power tap...

Ghana halts MTN’s MoMo fee before it even begins

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss Ghana's decision to halt MTN's MoMo fee before it even begins, CashAfrica wanting Nigerians to tap...

Savant opens applications for Build Cohort 4, an i...

Savant has opened applications for Cohort 4 of the Savant...

Kenya to fine telcos for bad network service

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss Kenya's decision to fine telcos for poor network service, Meta's paid Internet era has officially ...

David Daniel Igbigbi Joins Growing Push for Practi...

As conversations around software engineering talent development continue gaining momentum...

Africa Day 2026: African Tech Builders Solving Pro...

Africa Day 2026: African Tech Builders Solving Problems Global Tech Overlooked When people talk about innovation, they often point...

How to Protect Your Kids Online Without Destroying...

How to Protect Your Kids Online Without Destroying Their Trust The internet can help children learn, connect, and explore. However...

Tech Jobs Growing in 2026 Despite the AI Headlines

Tech Jobs Growing in 2026 Despite the AI Headlines If headlines make it sound like artificial intelligence is replacing every work...

Cybersecurity Threats in 2026 Nobody Is Warning Yo...

Cybersecurity Threats in 2026 Nobody Is Warning You About Most people think cybercrime still looks the same: suspicious emails, we...

AgentPR: A Nigerian AI Architect just built Africa...

AgentPR: A Nigerian AI Architect just built Africa first AI powered PR intelligence platform Most brands in Africa still track med...

FTC reveals where spam calls hit hardest

Spam calls are rising again. See which states get hit hardest and how to stop robocalls before scammers get you to answer.

Your insurance app may be tracking your location, health data, and driving habits 24/7, and some are selling it. Kurt shows you ex...

Fake grant email promises $4.5 Million but could s...

Fake IMF email promises $4.5M but the red flags are clear. See how this scam works and how to protect yourself today.

Your senior parents are easier to impersonate than...

Older adults are prime identity theft targets. Learn how to lock down credit, tax, Medicare and phone scams before fraud hits.

FBI confirms 25 ransomware groups using First VPN’...

FBI links First VPN’s activities to gangs involved in cybercrime and calls for tighter security controls and behavioural monitorin...

Closing the AI literacy gap is the real gender equ...

AI literacy empowers women to build, innovate and close tech's gender gap.

A Russian hacker tricked a 17,000-strong MAGA Tele...

The threat actor tricked tens of thousands of MAGA and QAnon community members into believing he was a USAF veteran.

This compact antivirus protection package is now l...

Secure your online life for less than £25 — Norton 360 Standard is 64% off right now

Carnival cruise operator confirms nearly 6 million...

in late April, ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for the breach.

New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet ...

The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.

Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's wha...

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing it...

CBS News poll finds most doubt government will ens...

Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.

YouTube taking steps to make clear when realistic ...

YouTube said it will automatically label photorealistic content created by AI, the video platform said.

Pope Leo calls for "disarming" of AI in technology...

In his "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, Pope Leo warns that as civilization grapples with the power of AI, the main challenge is ...

Meta will offer exclusive features for paid subscr...

Meta says its rolling out paid social subscriptions that will include exclusive features like "super reactions" and customizable t...

How ChatGPT warped reality for these users: "Why w...

AI-fueled delusions can happen when chatbots respond to grandiose, paranoid or imaginary ideas with affirmation or encouragement.

Anthropic overtakes OpenAI as world’s most valuabl...

In one of the most significant moments in the short but seismic history of artificial intelligence, Anthropic has…

Nigeria’s smartphone shipments grew by 8% in Q1’26...

Smartphone shipments in Nigeria increased by 8% year-on-year (YoY) in the first quarter of 2026, indicating continued demand…

Scrolling past crisis

How Jephte Loudom Foudom is rewriting the rules of...

In 2017, Jephte Loudom Foudom was running JuuBots AI in Cameroon, building chatbots for beauty brands and entertainment…

OnePurze aims to become Nigeria’s ultimate digital...

There is a particular kind of anger that comes from watching someone you love get robbed, and nobody…

'It's being promoted like there's absolutely no ri...

Researchers want stricter testing, better labels and accurate dosages for a wildly popular sleep aid that comes with some risks.

Celestron NexStar 6SE review

A dependable and sharp 6-inch GoTo telescope with sharp views and basic imaging potential, but with dated tech that’s a bit slow t...

Chemists create 'water armor' that prevents stains...

Material scientists in China have created a new kind of coating that keeps clothes clean without the need for wasteful detergents....

Scientists found the optimal robot body, and it ha...

A sea-urchin-like robot could offer a new blueprint for making more versatile robots, research suggests.

A single day of attacks on Iranian oil refineries ...

Fires from March 7 airstrikes created a sulfur dioxide plume spanning 185,000 square miles.

NASA announces three new Moon missions as agency r...

NASA announces three new Moon missions as part of its Moon Base program, aiming to establish a permanent human presence on the lun...

AI robotic beehives installed in Florida community...

A Florida community deploys AI-powered robotic beehives to protect declining bee populations that pollinate roughly 75% of the cro...

Your health app may be failing you

Many seniors struggle with health apps and portals despite wanting to use them. Learn how to overcome digital health literacy barr...

Are bank text codes enough to protect you?

Bank security codes sent via text may not be enough. Learn why authenticator apps and passkeys offer stronger two-factor authentic...

Could the 7-Eleven breach affect you?

A 7-Eleven data breach linked to franchisee records reportedly exposed personal details including names, addresses, dates of birth...

Cab-less electric trucks hit Ohio roads

Cab-less electric autonomous trucks from Einride will operate on Ohio public roads this summer, moving freight between EASE Logist...

Fox News AI Newsletter: Chatbots' left-wing bias

The Fox News AI Newsletter gives readers the latest AI technology advancements, covering the challenges and opportunities AI prese...

Meta lays off nearly 1,400 Washington employees in...

Meta will cut nearly 1,400 workers across Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond and remote positions in Washington state as the company accel...

Waymo pauses freeway robotaxi routes after safety ...

Waymo temporarily pauses all U.S. freeway robotaxi operations to address construction zone performance issues while surface street...

White House unveils Trump Accounts mobile app ahea...

A new Trump Accounts app built by Bank of New York Mellon and Robinhood will help parents manage investment accounts for eligible ...

Wasoko cofounder Daniel Yu launches $100 million A...

The Africa Jobs Fund (AJF) is a new philanthropic investment fund which aims to raise $100 million to support companies that creat...

The next fintech race is infrastructure. Paga want...

Through Paga Engine, its payments infrastructure business, the Nigerian fintech is packaging nearly two decades of internal paymen...

Why Glovo thinks Africa could become the world’s b...

In cities like Lagos, Nigeria, and Nairobi, Kenya, delivery is not just moving food or products from one point to another. It is a...

In today's edition: Spiro acquires Coexlion || Wasoko co-founder launches new fund || Absa taps former Standard Bank exec || CAK p...

Zipline to build 12 new hubs as Nigeria becomes it...

When Zipline first entered Nigeria in 2022, the company’s operations looked like another ambitious health-tech pilot: drones deliv...

Wyclef Jean Set To Release 7 Albums In 1 Year Usin...

Wyclef Jean has big plans ahead for his music career.

Jeff Bezos Calls Out ‘Buy, Borrow, Die’ Strategy, ...

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is disputing claims surrounding the controversial “buy, borrow, die” tax strategy often associated with ...

Will.i.am Was An Early Investor In OpenAI, Which I...

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Even Though She Gave Billions To HBCUs, MacKenzie ...

MacKenzie Scott has built a reputation for her generosity, reportedly donating roughly $7.

Despite A Reported $60M Net Worth, Chris Rock Regr...

Chris Rock reveals how much money he missed out on with the film “Shrek.

Who will benefit most from SpaceX IPO? Mostly Elon...

Elon Musk has the largest stake in SpaceX by billions of shares. The other biggest shareholders also have longstanding and deep ti...

Waymo halts freeway rides after robotaxis struggle...

The service suspension comes as Waymo has also paused operations in Atlanta and San Antonio after its robotaxis drove into flooded...

Waymo expands pause to four cities as robotaxis ke...

Waymo's robotaxi service is now suspended in both Atlanta and San Antonio, as the company works to stop its vehicles from driving ...

SpaceX scrubs first Starship V3 launch just before...

SpaceX fueled the third-generation rocket booster and ship and was just moments away from liftoff, before calling a scrub. It's ex...

Finnish phone-maker HMD bundles Indian AI chatbot ...

HMD is pre-loading Sarvam's Indus chatbot app, which supports 22 Indic languages

3 Best Smart Ring Brands: Oura, RingConn, and Sams...

A svelte smart ring can track important activity, sleep, and health metrics. Plus—unlike most smartwatches—it doesn’t need to be c...

5 Best Android Tablets in 2026: OnePlus, Lenovo, a...

Whether you need a portable, around-the-house entertainment center or a full-on laptop replacement, these are the best Android tab...

Best Duffel Bags: Eastpak, Patagonia, Baboon to th...

Need to schlep some stuff? These field-tested duffels can handle your baggage.

11 Best Meal Delivery Services, Tested by an Ex-Re...

Here are the best meal kits in 2026, including Martha Stewart’s delivery box, a GLP-1–supportive plan, and a budget-friendly optio...

NYC and LA Are Teaming Up to Fight for EVs

After the Trump administration turned away from electrification, two of the nation’s biggest governments will advocate for more el...

Ex-Meta worker warns of more firings to come — des...

Brittany Pierson, a Dallas-based content designer who spent four-and-a-half years at Meta, said she felt “so much relief” after ge...

Ditch the net: The cordless AI robot that buys you...

Your summer won't suck, as long as your AI pool vac does.

Nvidia’s revenue hits record $81B — easily topping...

“The buildout of AI factories — the largest infrastructure expansion in human history — is accelerating at extraordinary speed,” s...

Tech titan Sergey Brin pours 500K into revolt agai...

San Francisco voters are set to weigh in on Measures C and D, two competing proposals on the June 2 ballot that would radically re...

Elon Musk’s SpaceX readies for Wall Street blastof...

Elon Musk's SpaceX on Wednesday filed paperwork to go public next month, aiming for an out-of-this-world valuation projected aroun...

Why Is Mark Zuckerberg Taunting His Employees Befo...

"In general, the average intelligence of the people who are at this company is significantly higher than the average set of people...