Category: Science/Technology

YC-backed Moni rebrands as Rank, backs its ambitio...

As part of the deal, Zazzau MFB will now operate as Rank Microfinance Bank, giving the startup a regulatory base to scale its fina...

How debt will drive the future of African startups

As Africa’s startup ecosystem matures, relying only on equity is no longer sustainable. Regions like Latin America and Southeast A...

After subscriber losses, DStv bets on free upgrade...

DStv is upgrading its South African active decoder subscribers to higher-tier packages at no extra cost. This means that users who...

The 13 Best Sexy Gifts for Lovers (2025)

Spice things up with our favorite sex toys, date-night boxes, and lingerie for every type of couple.

Amazon’s ‘House of David’ Used Over 350 AI Shots i...

The show, which follows David’s ascent to King of Israel, used four times as much AI this season, including for many of its battle...

Lice Checks, Crafts, and Being Touched by Stranger...

Tinglesbar incorporates ASMR into elementary school and doctor’s visits simulations, offering a social haven for introverts.

How this 21-year-old is helping global companies b...

At just 21, Umegbewe “Great” Nwebedu has built cloud infrastructure powering global companies. From learning to type at six to lea...

Request for Expression of Interest (RFEOI) for Ent...

Technology and Creative Sector Financing Agreement reference: 2000200005160 Project ID No.:...

Meet PartyVest – The New App Helping Nigerians Fin...

PartyVest is the all-in-one event app that helps you create...

Request for Expression of Interest (RFEOI) for Ent...

Technology and Creative Sector Financing Agreement reference: 2000200005160 Project ID No.:...

Request for Expression of Interest (RFEOI) for Ent...

Technology and Creative Sector Financing Agreement reference: 2000200005160 Project ID No.:...

The #1 Google search scam everyone falls for

Fake customer service numbers on Google are scamming people. Learn how to stay safe and stop scammers from taking control of your ...

EVs beat gas after two years, study finds

New study finds EVs beat gas on climate after two years. Lower CO2 per kWh by 2030 and 2050. Health costs of gas hit 2 to 3.5 time...

Black Friday early deals start now

Amazon starts Black Friday early with big savings across tech, home, and gifts. Find out what’s on sale and how to shop the best d...

Stop foreign-owned apps from harvesting your perso...

Foreign-owned apps are quietly harvesting your private data. Learn how to spot them, delete them, and protect your privacy right n...

Elden Ring Nightreign's DLC could arrive sooner th...

Elden Ring Nightreign DLC slated to release before the end of March 2026, says FromSoftware's parent company.

Caroline Flack’s truth finally comes out in new Di...

Caroline Flack: Search for the Truth on Disney+ and Hulu is a heartbreaking watch, but it reminds us we all need to face a lot of ...

9 data-driven ways to finalize your post‑Windows 1...

As the Windows 10 deadline looms, here are 9 strategies on how to use precise data to upgrade, extend, or repurpose endpoints effe...

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series could be announced a...

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series might not be delayed until March after all, and we're hearing more about the potential specs of thes...

Meta says it wants to invest $600 billion in US in...

Meta pledges $600 billion spending splurge by 2028 to grow its AI infrastructure, while supporting jobs and local economies.

James Watson, co-discoverer of the shape of DNA, d...

James D. Watson, who helped discover the structure of DNA, has died at 97 years old.

Hundreds of dolphins found dead in lake were in wa...

"You couldn't put your finger in the water," said the lead author of the study, which spotlights the impacts of planetary warming ...

Promising clinical trials in Alzheimer's preventio...

Recent studies have shown new antibody drugs to slow cognitive decline among people with early-onset Alzheimer's – a critical find...

Meet the woman behind chart-topping AI artist Xani...

Artist Xania Monet's voice has been heard by millions around the world, but some are surprised to learn she's a product of artific...

Almanac: November 2

"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.

New embryo testing company says it can predict lif...

Herasight is a genetic screening company that charges $50,000 to allow hopeful parents to analyze embryos for genetic information ...

Apple blasts EU over competition laws, warning the...

Apple called out European officials in a heated letter shared with CBS News, arguing regulations that force it to accommodate smal...

Don Jazzy donates N20m to project that aims to emp...

Don Jazzy, a popular music artist, has donated N20 million to support a social initiative that aims to…

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Truecaller faces backlash in South Africa amid pri...

The popular caller ID app, Truecaller, is currently under investigation in South Africa following several complaints that it…

Vodacom announces 32% surge in interim profit in 6...

Vodacom Group, South Africa’s leading telecommunications company, has reported a strong set of interim results for the six…

NIBSS completes first live transaction on National...

The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) has announced that the first live transaction has been completed on the…

NASA’s ultraquiet supersonic 'flying swordfish' ma...

NASA and Lockheed Martin’s X-59 "quiet" supersonic plane flew for the first time in October. It’s a major step towards reintroduci...

Ram-shaped teapot from ancient Canaanite cult disc...

Archaeologists have discovered a ram-shaped tea pot and one of the oldest old wine presses in the world that date to the time of t...

Antibiotic found hiding in plain sight could treat...

Scientists have discovered a never-before-seen antibiotic that shows promising in treating drug-resistant infections.

Why do European cities have milder winters than th...

London is at the same latitude as Calgary, Alberta. So why is the Canadian city about 15 degrees Fahrenheit (8.3 degrees Celsius) ...

Scientists may finally have an explanation for the...

Drone footage and on-the-ground excavations high in the Andes are revealing what the Chincha Kingdom and Inca Empire may have used...

Traveling soon? Know how to navigate flight cancel...

Survive flight disruptions with expert travel tips: Book early morning flights, download airline apps and know your refund rights ...

AI could drive US unemployment to 20%, senators wa...

Bipartisan AI jobs bill from Sens. Hawley and Warner would require companies to report AI-related layoffs and hiring to Department...

Connecticut man loses life savings in crypto scam

Joe A. from Shelton, Connecticut, lost $228,000 to a ZAP Solutions cryptocurrency investment scam after his divorce, highlighting ...

Waabi + Volvo unveil next-gen self-driving truck

AI-powered autonomous trucks from Waabi and Volvo target U.S. freight driver shortage with Level 4 self-driving technology and NVI...

Thieves steal $100M in jewels from Louvre after mu...

Louvre Museum reportedly used "Louvre" as password for surveillance system during $100M jewel heist. Learn how weak passwords put ...

Palantir, Stagwell partner on marketing platform w...

Stagwell partnered with Palantir to develop a new AI marketing platform combining data analytics and campaign automation for busin...

“Africa doesn’t have a talent problem, it has a di...

As far as ProDevs knows, tech talent isn't lacking in Africa; the companies who need them just can't see them.

Next Wave: Why Africa’s tech future needs a politi...

When the internet goes dark, we shrug. When opposition figures are jailed, we stay neutral. When entrepreneurs are crushed under a...

In today's edition: First Circle Capital raises $6 million || Chery launches in Kenya || Nigeria to unlock digital trade || M-PESA...

Kenya’s Roam turns to retail investors to fund its...

Roam, the Nairobi startup that designs and manufactures electric motorcycles and charging systems for commercial riders, is openin...

A ₦500 million fine and a bold vision: Inside Nige...

On November 5, 2025, the Nigerian Senate advanced the Electric Vehicle Transition and Green Mobility Bill to its second reading, a...

Rockstar Games’ ‘Grand Theft Auto 6’ Release Date ...

As anticipation continues to build for “Grand Theft Auto 6” (“GTA 6” or “GTA VI”), one of the most anticipated video game releases...

Google X’s CEO Dr. Astro Teller Reveals How He And...

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Panels, Playlists, and Pure Vibes: AfroTech 2025 W...

From the mainstage moments to the hallway meetups, AfroTech 2025 was all about connection and culture.

This Fortune 500 CEO Revealed Several Truths For B...

François Locoh-Donou has several truths he believes Black professionals should apply.

JuJu Watkins Makes History As The First College At...

You can never predict JuJu Watkins’ next move.

Elon Musk uses Grok to imagine the possibility of ...

After Tesla shareholders approved a new compensation package that could be worth $1 trillion, CEO Elon Musk appears to be celebrat...

Apple reportedly plans ambitious satellite-powered...

While Apple’s iPhone already supports texting, calling emergency services, and contacting roadside assistance via satellite connec...

Blue Origin scrubs second New Glenn launch, will t...

It's an important launch for Jeff Bezos' space company, which is trying to prove its rockets can be re-used while delivering its f...

Slow Ventures holds a ‘finishing school’ to help f...

Slow Ventures hosted a three-hour “Etiquette Finishing School” this week, covering topics like the perfect handshake, public speak...

YouTube TV is giving customers a $20 credit for Di...

YouTube TV subscribers unhappy about going more than a week without ESPN, ABC, and other Disney networks will be getting a $20 cre...

The Best Kindle of 2025: Paperwhite, Scribe, or Co...

Here’s how Amazon’s ebook readers stack up—and which one might be right for you.

6 Best Dyson Vacuums (2025): V15 Detect, Gen5 Dete...

Feeling the pull of a new clean machine? We’ll help you make sense of Dyson’s whirlwind vacuum lineup.

What Is Adobe Firefly? Here’s How to Use This Powe...

Adobe Firefly is a deceptively powerful AI playground to generate images, videos, and more. Here’s how to make the most of it.

Apple Pulls China’s Top Gay Dating Apps After Gove...

The removal of Blued and Finka marks another setback for China’s marginalized LGBTQ+ community.

Our 8 Favorite Pizza Ovens: Wood, Gas, Electric, a...

Craving carb-y comfort? We picked our favorite outdoor ovens for backyards, countertops, or camping.

Binance founder says he was ‘a little bit surprise...

“You never know if it's going to happen, or when it's going to happen, so I was a little bit surprised,” the crypto mogul told Fox...

Tesla rival Rivian gives CEO RJ Scaringe a Musk-li...

The move by the Rivian board shows that the Tesla plan for Musk could become a model for companies aiming to grow fast. 

Pennsylvania state senator introduces bill legaliz...

Sen. Marty Flynn is shooting his shot a second time after the same bill failed to pass during last year's Pennsylvania General Ass...

AI giant Anthropic’s ties to cult-like Effective A...

Anthropic has been fighting to convince the Trump administration it isn’t “woke” – but that could be an uphill battle thanks to th...

Tech billionaires back startup probing gene-edited...

The company, Preventive, says its goal is to end hereditary disease by editing human embryos before birth.

Scientists Say Their AI System Can Scan Your Face ...

Let's not. The post Scientists Say Their AI System Can Scan Your Face to Detect Whether a Company Should Hire You appeared first o...

Malware Is Now Using AI to Rewrite Its Own Code to...

Oh, good. The post Malware Is Now Using AI to Rewrite Its Own Code to Avoid Detection appeared first on Futurism.

Scientists Just Found Something Fascinating About ...

Positive affirmations are good for more than your self-confidence. The post Scientists Just Found Something Fascinating About How...

Scientists Say They’ve Figured Out a Way to Reprog...

"It outperformed semaglutide." The post Scientists Say They’ve Figured Out a Way to Reprogram the Pancreas to Produce GLP-1s Witho...

Genius Exec Says There Are Only Two Possibilities ...

More and more are saying it. The post Genius Exec Says There Are Only Two Possibilities for AI: It’ll Collapse the Economy, or Mak...

Nigeria needs to take bets on young talents in AI ...

Nigeria and other African countries need to take a cue from the United States of America in investing in young talents.

Nigeria approves reforms to boost digital trade an...

New policies aim to modernise Nigeria’s IP system, expand digital trade under AfCFTA, and empower local innovators through stronge...

A New Era for African Music Inter-trade and Export...

SyncAll is an end-to-end music licensing marketplace designed to structure,...

Kenyan government cannot block social media, for n...

Today on Techpoint digest, we discuss Kenya's court ruling against President Ruto's computer misuse and cybercrimes act, the Aki a...

Aki and Pawpaw Epic Run was my breakthrough moment...

In this edition of After Hours, we follow Gideon Uwem's story from learning graphic design at a government-funded academy in Benin...

Google Maps Now Uses Gemini AI for Smarter Navigat...

Google Maps Now Uses Gemini AI for Smarter Navigation and Route Planning Google is rolling out new Gemini AI features in Google Ma...

Google Gemini Deep Research Can Now Pull Insights ...

Google Gemini Deep Research Can Now Pull Insights from Your Emails and Documents Google is expanding the power of its AI assistant...

Lloyds Bank Launches AI Financial Assistant to Hel...

Lloyds Bank Launches AI Financial Assistant to Help 21 Million Customers Manage Money Smarter Lloyds Banking Group is taking a maj...

Blackmagic Camera App Update Brings Direct Streami...

Blackmagic Camera App Update Brings Direct Streaming and SRT Support Blackmagic Design has rolled out a major update to its Blackm...

How to Create a Separate, Safer Wi-Fi Network for ...

How to Create a Separate, Safer Wi-Fi Network for All Your Smart Devices Smart home gadgets like cameras, speakers, TVs, and bulbs...

Kenya’s tax tribunal rules payment switches are VA...

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss Kenya's payment pipes now have tax protection, Omoni Oboli has changed the game in Nollywood, and ...

Vodacom and Makate end the 18-year Please Call Me ...

On Techpoint Digest, we talk about Vodacom and Makate ending their 18-year Please Call Me war, Cameroon’s Internet shutdown after ...

Revolut appoints Yacine Faqir as CEO to lead Moroc...

Fintech giant Revolut names Yacine Faqir to lead Morocco operations as it eyes North African growth.

Senate passes bill to transition Nigeria to electr...

Nigeria’s Senate has passed a bill to speed up the shift from petrol cars to electric vehicles for its second reading. The bill ou...

Ventures Platform lands Nigerian government as LP ...

Ventures Platform secures $64 million in first close backed by the Nigerian government, IFC, BII, and Michael Seibel, as it expand...

IRS Direct Deposit Relief Payments: What To Know F...

For anyone hoping that new IRS direct deposit relief payments would arrive this November, the IRS and federal officials say no new...

TikTok Creator Keith Lee Spearheads Initiative To ...

Food critic Keith Lee has launched an initiative to ensure people on SNAP benefits can remain fed.

This 22-Year-Old Was A Part Of The Black Woman Une...

Black women are facing increasing economic challenges today.

From 650 Attendees To 40,000 Strong Today — AFROTE...

What started as a spark in San Francisco, CA, has grown into a global hub for Black technology and innovation.

Brooklyn Frost Turned The Negativity Faced In A Ma...

At 21 years old, Brooklyn Frost brings her creativity to her streams, social media, and music, engaging millions of fans across Tw...

OpenAI wants your next security researcher to be a...

OpenAI boasts a 92% success rate with its new security bot service.

Amazon's 2025 holiday sale is live – 33 pre-Black ...

Amazon's 2025 holiday sale is live, which means you can shop deals on Black Friday favorites, including TVs, air fryers, vacuums, ...

Videos show orcas flipping great white sharks and ...

New research suggests that a pod in the Gulf of California specializes in hunting sharks.

Angolan mobility startup Anda lands $3.4M to empow...

Angolan mobility startup Anda has secured $3.4 million in seed funding to reshape how motorcycle taxis operate across…

What are the signs that nature is telling us?' Sci...

Researchers are deliberately setting off real (small) earthquakes to understand how to gauge the danger of a fault line before it ...

NYSC Batch C 2025: Registration Opens November 4 —...

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially confirmed that registration for Batch C Stream 1 will open tomorrow, Novemb...

Chrome can now autofill your passport, driver’s li...

Desktop users who have enhanced autofill enabled with see their passport and driver’s license number, vehicle information, like th...