Month: March 2022
Samsung Security Breach
While Samsung devices run on the Android operating system, which is itself already open-source, this leak gives source code for the proprietary software included with its devices (such as its personal assistant Bixby and its Samsung internet browser) as well as for its bootloader. This leak will make it easier for people to get rid
Africa Startups
New data released this week shows that African tech start-ups recorded increased funding in 2021 manifested in signed deals that are three times higher than the previous year. The deals make the continent’s tech startups ecosystem the fastest growing in the world. Africa’s tech startups ecosystem is the fastest growing in the world. Nigeria, South
Google Stadia
Stadia launched with a mixed response back in November 2019. It offers video streaming at up to 4K resolution at 60 frames per second with support for high-dynamic-range (HDR). It can be used via Google’s Chromecast Ultra and Android TV devices, as well as the Google Chrome web browser and the Stadia mobile app on
Russia to shifts Oil Export toward Asian
With regards to the ban’s effect on the global market and the oil prices, Korolev believes that this decision will only serve to keep oil prices elevated, while likely contributing to a discount for Russian oil. The United States and its allies have imposed comprehensive sanctions against Russia in response to its special military operation
Next Games purchase
Netflix has acquired Next Games in a multimillion dollar deal. The streaming giant will collaborate with the gaming developers behind hits such as ‘The Walking Dead’ series and the ‘Stranger Things’ mobile game in a deal reportedly worth $72m in an attempt to “expanding internal game studio capabilities. Netflix first announced their intention to branch
Google donates $15 mn in relief to Ukraine,
Tech giant Google has announced $15 million towards relief efforts in Ukraine, in the wake of recent military invasion into the country by Russia. The aid includes $5 million from employee matching campaigns and $5 million in direct grants. The remaining $5 million is raised from advertising credits. The company said its security team is
Twitter Service Restoration in Russia
Twitter is trying to fully restore its services in Russia as users report “increasing difficulty” accessing its platform amid the Ukraine invasion and the country’s growing restrictions on Big Tech. Twitter has been accused of failing to delete the content banned by Russian authorities and slowed down access to it. Russia has put in place
Blocked Russia Crypto Wallets
Crypto-currency trading platform Coinbase has blocked 25,000 wallet addresses related to Russia. “Sanctions play a vital role in promoting national security and deterring unlawful aggression and Coinbase fully supports these efforts by government authorities.” Shutting down Coinbase’s operations in Russia would just hurt ordinary citizens, chief executive Brian Armstrong said. Which country can sanction United
Japan in West Africa for Peace
As external partners struggle to find appropriate responses to the many challenges facing West Africa, Japan’s approach to peace and security may be an interesting option to explore. Unlike some others active on the security front, Japan maintains good standing with states in the region. It has a collaborative approach and lacks both a colonial
Women Entrepreneurs Access to Funding
Globally, it’s much more difficult for female entrepreneurs to get the funding they need to grow their businesses. Women-led SMEs are not getting the financing they need to invest in their own growth. And on top of the financial challenges they face, women entrepreneurs lack access to networks or training opportunities that provide them with