Navigating the Cloud: Upcoming Trends, Challenges, and Strategies
The rate of change in technology has made cloud computing a vital factor in the digital transformation of organizations. This year offers significant trends, prospects, and issues that are likely to define the future of cloud adoption, migration, and modernization. It is crucial to understand these dynamics in order to
Read moreKaspersky Appoints General Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa
Kaspersky has named Chris Norton as the new General Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa. With more than 30 years of experience in the IT industry, Norton will lead the company’s efforts to expand across the continent. Chris Norton joins Kaspersky with extensive experience in building technology businesses and brands across Sub-Saharan
Read moreSolarise Africa & RUBiSOL Named “Deal of the Year 2024 – East Africa
Solarise Africa and RUBiS Energy Kenya have been awarded the “Deal of the Year 2024 – East Africa” by DealMakers AFRICA, recognizing RUBiSOL, a joint venture specializing in renewable energy solutions for commercial and industrial clients. Launched in November 2024, RUBiSOL was established to address the growing demand for reliable,
Read moreMonzo’s pivot from cool to corporate: ‘freshness is not about gimmicks’
Monzo, Britain’s biggest digital bank, is still synonymous with its neon debit cards, extensive use of emojis, and free spending abroad. But it’s no longer just trying to be cool; it’s trying to become a major financial institution. That shift, from an upstart fintech beloved by millennials into a mature,
Read moreSylndr, with fresh $15.7M, allows users to buy, sell, finance, and service used cars in Egypt
Cairo-based Sylndr has raised $15.7 million as it expands beyond online used car sales into auto financing, servicing, and tools for dealers. Development Partners International’s Nclude Fund led the round. The company, which operates in Egypt’s fast-growing but under-digitized vehicle market, said the latest round includes both fresh equity and
Read moreWaymo gets OK to expand robotaxi service into more of Silicon Valley
The company is also aiming to unlock access to the San Francisco International Airport, although those plans are on a much longer timeline.
Read moreKlarna’s revenue per employee soars to nearly $1 million thanks to AI efficiency push
Last year, Klarna announced a significant initiative to leverage its internally developed AI systems, powered by OpenAI, across its operations. This wasn’t empty talk for the buy now, pay later giant. The company not only ended its pricey contract with Salesforce CRM, but also curtailed its hiring efforts, allowing AI
Read moreWaymo and Uber are giving some riders early access to Atlanta robotaxi service
Atlanta is the second city to get the so-called "Waymo on Uber" service. The companies launched the service, which matches riders with a
Read moreJudge pressures Apple to approve Fortnite or return to court
A federal judge is asking Apple to approve Fortnite’s submission on the U.S. App Store or return to court to explain the legal basis as to why it has not done so. In a new filing, U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers confirms the court has received Epic Games’ latest
Read moreApple approves Spotify update so US users can buy audiobooks within the app
Spotify announced on Monday that Apple has approved a new app update, allowing iPhone users in the U.S. to purchase individual audiobooks directly within the app. Users can also view audiobook prices and easily buy additional listening hours beyond the initial 15 hours. “This change lowers the barriers for more
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