In a concerning trend documented by Top10VPN.com, the economic cost of internet shutdowns reached a staggering $9.01 billion in 2023, marking a distressing impact on economies worldwide.
The report revealed that 196 major self-imposed internet outages occurred across 25 countries,...
Samsung Electronics Co. announced today that it will unveil its latest smartphone series, Galaxy S24, on January 17 at the Galaxy Unpacked 2024 event at the SAP Center in San Jose, California.
The South Korean electronics giant sent out...
Are you tired of the endless cycle of having to pay for purchases upfront? Imagine a world where you can buy now and pay later, without any interest or hidden fees. Well, thanks to Mastercard's new buy now pay...
Tecno just made the Tecno Spark 20 Pro+ official. It's now the top tier device on the Spark 20 series.
The first thing you notice is the curved 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen with 120 Hz refresh rate, 1,000-nit peak brightness,...
The world of online betting has been transformed by innovative platforms like Bangbet. The Bangbet App offers a smooth betting experience with its design centred on the user. For those new to this platform, the added allure of free...
FSDAi Nyala Facility BV has extended a USD 1 million loan to WIC Capital to invest in women-owned and managed Small and Growing Businesses (SGBs) in Senegal and Côte D’Ivoire.
Led by Ms. Evelyne Dioh Simpa, an experienced Fund Manager,...
 LG Electronics (LG), a global leader in consumer electronics and home appliances, has embarked on strengthening its local network of dealers and partners by training and equipping them to handle its new generation heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)...
After experiencing a decline for 27 consecutive months on a year-on-year basis, global smartphone sales rebounded in October, marking a notable 5% growth in sell-through transactions, as reported by Counterpoint Research.
This positive trend was primarily fueled by a resurgence...
Chinese smartphone manufacturer Honor, a spinoff of Huawei, has revealed plans to go public in a bid to raise capital and optimize its shareholding structure.
The company, which aims to compete with industry giants Apple and Samsung in the high-end...
Following the success of Google and its partners in convincing Apple to adopt Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging technology, the search giant is further enhancing its Google Messages app to make RCS features even more user friendly. The company...
When you’re running a small business, the right local SEO strategy and tactics can make a big difference to your bottom line.
But there are plenty of mistakes you can make along the way. SEO, even local SEO, is a...
By Austine Omeno
There is no doubt that Kenya is in the midst of an unemployment crisis. However even as we face this challenge, there is a ray of hope in the tech sector. The tech sector is proving resilient...
BasiGo, a Nairobi-based startup, is poised to revolutionize the public transportation sector in Rwanda with a substantial grant of $1.5 million from USAID's Development Innovation Ventures. This significant boost in funding comes as Africa grapples with the challenge of...
X has seen a significant decline in its valuation since being acquired by Elon Musk last year, new reports state.
The social media platform, which was purchased for a staggering $44 billion, is now valued at a mere $19 billion,...
When picking up your first smartphone, your first choice will be which one to purchase; the iPhone and Android are the two main possibilities. Though they both have a ton of amazing features, iPhones and Android phones are not...
Since iOS 17, Apple has been adding new features to its well-liked AirPods Pro iPhone attachment. For a better listening experience, you may turn on AirPods Pro Conversation Awareness.
This function lets you keep using your AirPods while conversing with...
Tiktok is a sharing app for short videos with tons of user-generated micro-videos and great features.Tiktok videos include content with people and user-made videos. They start at 15 seconds and can be combined to create a 60-second video. In...
With the help of a smartphone app, users can send money to other users using the Cash app, a mobile payment service. The Cash app was first released as Square Cash. Users of the Cash app can bank using...
Blocking pop-ups in Chrome
Chrome is rather quick and has a broad variety of extra features to make browsing more enjoyable. Here's how, when using Chrome, to prevent pop-ups:
1. Enter "chrome://settings/content/" in the address bar.
2. Look for the "Pop-ups" option...
Like many other browsers, Internet Explorer makes an effort to monitor your online activities. Allowing other users to see the websites you've recently visited is undoubtedly a feature that makes online browsing more convenient, but it's not always a...
Just a few days ago, we posted about a rumoured new OS from Xiaomi called MiOS, it turns out, the company has today launched the new system but with a different name, HyperOS.
Despite the name, it seems HyperOS will...
Tesla has made its API documentation available for third-party apps. The company's cars’ had previously been limited to apps that had developed in-house.
Some third-party apps are currently operating in Tesla cars, however they rely on an unofficial API and...
In a business environment that is becoming more and more tech-driven, staying ahead of the curve frequently entails arming oneself with the newest tools created to maximize efficiency and simplify daily activities. These technological tools can significantly improve a...
At One Ventures, a venture capital firm founded by Tom Chi, with investments in Okra Solar and Roam Electric, has raised $375 million to support groundbreaking solutions with lasting impact, globally.
The $375M fundraise highlights the enduring demand for climate...
The Fak’ugesi African Digital Innovation Festival, founded in 2014 to showcase and develop skills in technology, art and culture in Africa, announced the winners of the Fak’ugesi 2023 Awards for Digital Creativity.
The winning projects spanning Animation, Video Games, Visual...
Nigerian insurtech startup ETAP has partnered with AIICO Insurance to increase access for car insurance in Nigeria.
As part of the deal, AIICO will combine its car insurance product with ETAP’s tech-enabled distribution and customer acquisition...
Several distinct things happen when you appear offline on Instagram. And the Activity Status is the center of attention.
To begin with, turning off your Activity Status will make you appear offline to other people on Instagram. That implies that...
Nigeria's Risevest, an asset manager providing Nigerians with access to foreign investments, has officially acquired Chaka, a a digital trading platform, and the two firms aims to build a more formidable and comprehensive financial partner for their customers independently,...
It's typical to find yourself in a Microsoft Teams session where you can't keep track of who is saying what in the fast-paced world of virtual meetings. Imagine that someone shared a great concept, but you failed to see...
Here's how to check if someone has viewed a message you sent using an Android or iOS phone, or WhatsApp.
Use the iPhone to read receipts
On an iPhone, the only way to determine whether a text you sent using Messages,...