Mercedes brings F1 technology to the AMG S 63 E Performance
“Win on Sunday, sell on Monday.” That was the popular marketing adage when motorsports and car sales were intricately intertwined. While a podium finish these days doesn’t necessarily translate into a bump in sales — with many consumers being more focused on fuel economy, looks and comfort — there is
Read MoreDespite EV delivery delays, Faraday Future raises $90M to stay afloat
Faraday Future has managed to raise $90 million from existing investors to help it get its much-delayed FF 91 luxury electric SUV to production and delivery. Faraday’s investors will also accelerate an existing commitment of $15 million, the EV company said Tuesday. Faraday is one of a litany of EV
Read MoreCanada launches its Tech Talent Strategy at Collision 2023
Today at Collision 2023, Sean Fraser, the federal Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, launched Canada’s first-ever Tech Talent Strategy. According to a release, the “strategy includes new measures and improvements on existing measures to help businesses in Canada thrive in a competitive landscape. These include: The creation of an open
Read MoreGitHub CEO: AI and software development are now inextricably linked
“AI and software development are now inextricably linked for the rest of our lives,” GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke said today during a presentation at the Collision conference in Toronto, Canada. “In a world eaten by software, every developer deserves a co-pilot.” In an interview after his talk, Dohmke expanded on
Read MoreGoogle’s Pixel Fold is a well-rounded take on the foldable form factor
Disclaimer: I really liked my time with the device, but not everyone had the same experience. Ars Technica, in particular, had a rough time with the product. The issue appears to be the very narrow gap between the displays when closed. I had the case on for most of my
Read MoreKick lures disenchanted Twitch streamers, for now
In wake of Twitch’s seemingly unattainable Partner Plus program, which grants a 70/30 subscription revenue split on the first annual $100,000 that qualifying Partners make, jaded streamers are claiming that they’ll move to the streaming rival Kick. The new livestreaming platform offers streamers a 95/5 subscription revenue split — a
Read MoreWould blacklisting spell the end of global trade for South Africa?
Earlier this year, South Africa was graylisted by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) for failing to comply with international standards concerning the prevention of terrorist funding, money laundering, and proliferation financing. The decision, which came despite a last-minute scramble by the government to return to compliance, dealt a body
Read MoreMTN Group Welcomes New Executive Operations: Market
MTN Group is delighted to announce the return of Stephen Blewitt to MTN as Operations Executive: Markets, effective from July 1, 2023. Stephen will be taking over the role previously held by Wim Vanhelleputte, who is leaving to pursue new opportunities outside the company. In his new position, Stephen will
Read MoreAfrican Start-Ups Shine as Global Tech Innovation Leaders
African Start-ups have gained international recognition by the World Economic Forum, as part of the top 100 most promising tech companies worldwide. These pioneers of the tech industry in Africa are tackling issues like financial inclusion, climate change, and healthcare through cutting-edge technologies. This year’s list of tech pioneers includes
Read MoreConstruction of Paratus Tier-IV Data Center Launches in Angola
The Paratus Group celebrates 20 years in Africa by announcing the construction of Angola’s first Tier-IV by design Data Center in Luanda. This Data Center will be its 3rd in Angola and 5th in Southern Africa. This addition complements the existing two Tier-III by design DCs that the pan-African telco
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