Alpine Space Ventures close first fund to grow the space economy on both sides of the pond
When early SpaceX engineer Bulent Altan and long-time investor Joran Voelklein surveyed the European space sector at the end of the 2010s, they were surprised: it looked a whole lot like the beginnings of American NewSpace in the early 2000s, when SpaceX and other companies were just setting up shop.
Read moreHow Crucial Is Cybercrime Defense in Our Digital World?
In a hyper-connected, always-on world, both citizens and businesses must develop robust, multi-layered cybersecurity strategies to combat the flourishing cybercrime ecosystem. These illicit markets have become more accessible, necessitating security strategies and tactics that reflect the increased prevalence of attacks. Defense-in-Depth and Modern Attack Surfaces Employing defense-in-depth methodologies alongside expanded
Read moreIntel Capital backs AI construction startup that could boost Intel’s own manufacturing prospects
Intel could be giving its burgeoning foundry ambitions a much-needed shot in the arm, as the chip giant’s venture capital arm today revealed that it’s making a “strategic” investment in an Israel- and U.K.-based AI construction startup. Intel Capital is leading a $15 million investment into Buildots, a company that
Read moreAI-powered Regard nabs $61M to find missed illness, boost hospital revenue
People in tech often say that data is the new oil. That phrase, coined by British mathematician Clive Humby, of course implies that data is valuable. Data about a person’s health can also provide meaningful insights and improve outcomes, but only 3% of patient data is currently used by physicians,
Read moreImproving Indoor Cellular Coverage for South African Offices
As more organizations push digital transformation initiatives to reduce operational costs and improve employee efficiency, the importance of in-building cellular coverage cannot be overlooked. Desk phones are gradually making way for mobile devices, making cellular connectivity a vital business imperative. This is according to Business Unit Manager at Duxbury Networking,
Read moreJoby Aviation is betting on hydrogen-electric aircraft for regional flight
Joby Aviation is still a year away from commercially launching its electric air taxi designed for urban environments, but the startup is already looking towards its next chapter: Intercity flight, powered by hydrogen. To get the conversation started with regulators and demonstrate hydrogen’s capabilities, Joby told TechCrunch that it completed
Read moreSekai secures Naruto’s license to develop consumer apps for anime fans
Just like in your favorite anime, this is the story of a young group of twenty-something who started with nothing, traveled the world and ended up with a global license to develop official Naruto consumer apps. Originally founded in early 2022, French startup Sekai describes itself as a studio that
Read moreWhy Do Organizations Need Inside-Out Views & Tech to Thrive?
Why Inside-Out Matters All too often, African organizations look outward for guidance, mostly to Western models of success. While there’s valuable knowledge to be gained from our counterparts in the West, a one-size-fits-all approach usually doesn’t work. Africa’s rich cultural tapestry, diverse markets, and unique challenges require a tailored approach.
Read moreUzbekistan mobile bank TBC raises $38.2M to expand its financial products
Uzbekistan's mobile-only bank TBC Bank Uzbekistan has raised $38.2 million in a fresh funding by its existing shareholders. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Read moreSIM Fraud Crackdown and Caution against Unlawful SIM Usage
The Communication Risk Information Centre (COMRiC), a non-profit organization dedicated to safeguarding communication networks from criminal activities, applauds the arrest of individuals involved in a major SIM card fraud operation in Gauteng and the Free State provinces, South Africa. 48 suspects arrested Thokozani Mvelase, CEO of COMRiC, commended the efforts
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