X faces imminent ban in Brazil

X faces imminent ban in Brazil, formerly known as Twitter, is poised for a potential ban in Brazil after failing to comply with a judicial order to appoint a new legal representative. The order stems from a prolonged conflict between X and Brazilian Supreme Court Judge Alexandre de Moraes, who has demanded the suspension…

August 30, 20240Comments

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Pavel Durov Under Investigation in France Over Telegram’s Alleged Criminal Activities

Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, is under formal investigation in France over alleged connections to organised crime activities facilitated by the messaging app. French authorities have placed Durov under judicial supervision, requiring a €5 million deposit, bi-weekly check-ins at a police station, and restricting him from leaving France. The investigation focuses on…

August 29, 20240Comments

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How AI Is Shaping Klarna’s Future: Workforce Reductions and Increased Pay

Klarna, the buy now, pay later company, plans to significantly reduce its workforce through efficiencies gained from artificial intelligence (AI). After cutting its staff from 5,000 to 3,800 over the past year, Klarna aims to reduce its staff further 2,000 by leveraging AI in marketing and customer service. CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski highlighted that these job…

August 28, 20240Comments

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AliExpress enters Africa

AliExpress, the global online retail powerhouse and subsidiary of China’s Alibaba Group, is set to make a groundbreaking entry into the Ethiopian market! According to Dr. Abiyot Bayu, Senior Advisor to Ethiopia’s Minister of Innovation and Technology, the agreement has been finalized, and an official announcement is just around the corner. This move opens up…

August 13, 20240Comments

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Tales of Kenzera: ZAU – A Beacon of Inspiration for African Game Developers

Tales of Kenzera: ZAU is a 2024 Metroidvania video game that has become a shining example of what passionate development and creativity can achieve. Developed by Surgent Studios and published under Electronic Arts' EA Originals label, ZAU was released on April 23, 2024, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S. The game's…

August 7, 20240Comments

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Google search monopoly

The tech world is closely watching a US judge's ruling that Google illegally monopolizes online search and related advertising. Alphabet, Google's parent company, is expected to appeal, ensuring a prolonged legal battle. The ruling's potential consequences range from hefty fines to complex structural remedies. Potential Outcomes Breaking Up Google One drastic remedy could be breaking…

August 6, 20240Comments

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China and 26 African countries have agreed to enhance collaboration and boost innovation in the digital sector

China and 26 African countries have committed to enhancing partnerships and fostering innovation in the digital sector. China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology hosted the Forum on China-Africa Digital Cooperation, which was held on July 29 in Beijing. Senegal's Minister of Telecommunications, Alioune Sall, expressed optimism about the upcoming changes. "This digital cooperation between…

August 5, 20240Comments

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Women in Tech Leadership: Thriving and Driving Innovation

The tech industry has seen a remarkable rise in women taking on leadership roles and finding immense satisfaction in their careers. A critical factor in this success is the growing recognition of diverse perspectives' value to innovation. Women are not only thriving but also reshaping the landscape of technology. According to AND Digital's Rewards &…

August 3, 20240Comments

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CrowdStrike Faces Shareholder Lawsuit After Major Software Update Failure

CrowdStrike is facing a class action lawsuit filed by its shareholders after a faulty software update caused over eight million computers to crash worldwide. The lawsuit alleges that the cybersecurity firm made "false and misleading" statements about its software testing, resulting in a 32% drop in the company's share price and a loss of $25…

August 2, 20240Comments

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Founder of Collapsed Social Media Site Charged with $170M Fraud

Authorities in the US have charged Abraham Shafi, the founder of the now-defunct social media platform IRL, with fraud amounting to $170 million. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) alleges that Shafi misled investors about the company's growth by making false claims. Background on IRL IRL, which aimed to encourage real-life meetups among its users,…

August 1, 20240Comments

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