Hey, stuck startups, reducing growth could make you less fundable
Hello and welcome back to Equity, a podcast about the business of startups, where we unpack the numbers and nuance behind the headlines. We’re switching things up and bringing you two interviews this week, so let’s niche down to another entrepreneur, think about their work and unpack the rest. Mary Ann
Read moreVodacom Earns the Title of ‘Best in Test’ in Independent Umlaut Ranking
The latest biannual network report by the independent benchmarking organization umlaut, part of Accenture, has ranked Vodacom as the ‘Best in Test’ among its competitors. Vodacom achieved the highest scores in reliability, data services, and crowdsourced quality. This accomplishment is a testament to Vodacom’s unwavering commitment to providing unparalleled connectivity
Read moreOver 100,000 ChatGPT Accounts Stolen by Malware
A staggering number of over 101,000 ChatGPT user accounts have fallen victim to malware attacks in the past year, according to a source. Identification of Cyberattacks According to Bleeping Computer Group-IB, a renowned cybersecurity company, has successfully identified these cyberattacks on various clandestine websites where ChatGPT accounts were found. The
Read moreHow to Use Bing Image Creator
Microsoft continues its integration of OpenAI’s products into Bing, following the successful incorporation of ChatGPT. Now, Microsoft introduces the AI image generator DALL-E 2 to enhance the visual aspect of the search engine. With the Bing Image Creator, users can receive AI-generated imagery by typing prompts directly into Bing. Using
Read moreAs Threads soars, Twitter rival Bluesky hits its first million installs
As Instagram’s new Twitter rival Threads soars into the double-digit millions after launching on Wednesday, another Twitter alternative, Bluesky, has hit a milestone of its own. According to a new analysis from app store intelligence provider data.ai, Bluesky has now topped a million downloads across iOS and Android, despite remaining
Read moreWhat is Robotic Process Automation?
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) is a technology that emulates human interactions with software to perform repetitive, high-volume tasks. RPA utilizes software programs or bots to log into applications, enter data, execute calculations, copy information between applications, and follow predefined workflows. With the integration of AI and machine learning, RPA can
Read moreSpeedyBrand uses generative AI to create SEO-optimized content
While working at Vetan, a startup helping small- and medium-sized (SMBs) businesses manage employee payroll, Jatin Mehta realized that SMBs often lack the tools to thrive online with organic sales. The cost to hire an agency is beyond their budget, and generating content is costly — both in terms of
Read moreCyber Security Today, July 7, 2023 – Sour news from honeypot data
Sour news from a honeypot network Welcome to Cyber Security Today. It’s Friday, July 7th, 2023. I’m Howard Solomon, contributing reporter on cybersecurity for ITWorldCanada.com and TechNewsday.com in the U.S. I’m away this week, so today’s podcast isn’t about hard news. It’s about a report released by TrustWave on recent
Read moreShazam can now identify songs from YouTube, Instagram and TikTok on iOS
Apple is rolling out a new update to Shazam, the company’s app that helps users identify songs. In addition to recognizing songs using the microphone, Shazam can now identify songs on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. This can be really handy when you are looking at a video and the description
Read moreEd-Tech Startup Widens Educational Opportunities in Kenya
Craydel, a Kenyan EdTech startup, has successfully raised $1 million in a pre-seed funding round. The company’s platform offers a valuable resource for comparing colleges, course options, and tuition fees. With the latest funding, Craydel aims to enhance its search and recommendation technology and expand its online resources, revolutionizing the
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