Catherine Francis Mangare AI Sticky Post
Africa

Zindi’s Silent Revolution: How a Tanzanian Lecturer is Building Africa’s Next Generation of AI Leaders

In a quiet lab nestled within the tree-lined campus of Sokoine University of Agriculture, a quiet revolution is underway. Catherine Francis Mangare, a 35-year-old assistant lecturer turned PhD researcher, is one of the most unlikely yet formidable forces shaping the future of artificial intelligence in Tanzania. “Before, I didn’t even know about Zindi Africa,” she said, referring to the pan-African data science platform that has … Continue reading Zindi’s Silent Revolution: How a Tanzanian Lecturer is Building Africa’s Next Generation of AI Leaders

Faustine Ngila
Yisak Birhanu Bule Became an AI Expert Against All Odds Sticky Post
Africa

From Rural Ethiopia to Zindi Data Science Champion: How Yisak Birhanu Bule Became an AI Expert Against All Odds

In the quiet village of Lisana, Ethiopia, where electric light was a rare luxury and internet access a futuristic dream in early 2000s, a young boy was assembling toy cars and tinkering with rudimentary electrical circuits. That boy, now 24-year-old Yisak Birhanu Bule, would grow up to become one of Africa’s rising stars in data science – using artificial intelligence to tackle some of the … Continue reading From Rural Ethiopia to Zindi Data Science Champion: How Yisak Birhanu Bule Became an AI Expert Against All Odds

Faustine Ngila
Marta Martins Sticky Post
Europe

Between Art and Care: The Unique Journey of a Portuguese Artist Who Paints with Her Soul

In Portugal, there is an artist who does not separate artistic creation from listening to the world. Between brushstrokes and silences, Tita transforms discarded materials into profound visual expressions – works that converse with childhood, the environment, and the urgency to rethink what we call normal. Known for the #zerowastetita project, the artist breathes new life into defective surfaces, forgotten objects, and imperfect materials. Her … Continue reading Between Art and Care: The Unique Journey of a Portuguese Artist Who Paints with Her Soul

Impact Newswire
Mastercard
Middle East

Mastercard research highlights urgent need for UAE SMEs to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats

Press Release – Dubai, UAE; 23 April 2025: Readiness to tackle cyber threats has never been more critical to building a secure and resilient digital future for small businesses, according to Mastercard’s latest research on cybersecurity risks facing SMEs. The study was conducted across five countries worldwide among more than 5,000 small and medium business owners, including over 1,000 in the UAE. Globally, the research has … Continue reading Mastercard research highlights urgent need for UAE SMEs to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats

Impact Newswire
Aramco
Asia, Middle East

Aramco and BYD collaborate on new energy vehicle technologies

Signing of Joint Development Agreement aims to drive innovation News Release – DHAHRAN, Saudi Arabia, April 21, 2025 – Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, and BYD, a leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles and power batteries, have agreed to explore closer collaboration in new energy vehicle technologies. A Joint Development Agreement signed by Saudi Aramco Technologies Company (SATC), Aramco’s wholly-owned … Continue reading Aramco and BYD collaborate on new energy vehicle technologies

Impact Newswire
Wood 
Middle East

Wood selected by TotalEnergies to advance Ratawi field redevelopment in Iraq

Press Release – 21 April 2025 – Wood, a global leader in consulting and engineering, has been awarded two new engineering and procurement framework agreements worth $11 million by TotalEnergies EP Ratawi Hub as part of the Gas Growth Integrated Project (GGIP), a multi-energy project designed to enhance the development of Iraq’s natural resources and improve the country’s electricity supply at the Ratawi field in Iraq. … Continue reading Wood selected by TotalEnergies to advance Ratawi field redevelopment in Iraq

Impact Newswire
M-KOPA
Africa

M-KOPA and Turaco Insurance Provide Free Insurance Coverage to More Than 1 Million Kenyans

M-KOPA smartphones’ “More Than a Phone” benefits increase access to critical digital financial services Press Release – March 12, 2025 – M-KOPA Kenya, local subsidiary of the leading emerging markets fintech M-KOPA Ltd, and Turaco Insurance Agency (T/A Turaco), the leading insurtech in Africa, proudly announce a transformative milestone: together, they’ve provided Hospital Cash insurance to over 1 million Kenyans in just one year. This … Continue reading M-KOPA and Turaco Insurance Provide Free Insurance Coverage to More Than 1 Million Kenyans

Impact Newswire
Populix Raised USD 4.3 Million in Funding
Asia

Populix Raised USD 4.3 Million in Funding

Press Release – Jakarta, Indonesia, April 15, 2025 – Populix, an Indonesian tech-based research company, today announced it has secured USD 4.3 million in the first close of its Series B funding round. The investment was led by MSW V Asia Fund X, with participation from existing investors Intudo Ventures, Altos Ventures, and Acrew Capital. This is an achievement not only for Populix but also for … Continue reading Populix Raised USD 4.3 Million in Funding

Impact Newswire
CleverTap
Asia

CleverTap Acquires rehook.ai to Strengthen AI-Driven Promotions and Customer Retention Capabilities

The integration of rehook.ai’s innovative promotions engine unifies analytics, engagement, and promotions, boosting AI-driven campaigns and customer retention Press Release – San Francisco, California, & Mumbai, India, 15th April 2025 – CleverTap, the all-in-one engagement and retention platform, today announced the acquisition of rehook.ai, a Y Combinator-backed startup. rehook.ai offers a promotions automation solution,  empowering businesses to manage coupons, discounts, gamification, loyalty programs, and referral initiatives. This acquisition … Continue reading CleverTap Acquires rehook.ai to Strengthen AI-Driven Promotions and Customer Retention Capabilities

Impact Newswire
AI Continent
Europe

Commission sets course for Europe’s AI leadership with an ambitious AI Continent Action Plan

Press Release – Brussels, 9 April 2025 – To become a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) is the objective of the AI Continent Action Plan launched today. As set out by President von der Leyen at the AI Action Summit in February 2025 in Paris, this ambitious initiative is set to transform Europe’s strong traditional industries and its exceptional talent pool into powerful engines of AI innovation and … Continue reading Commission sets course for Europe’s AI leadership with an ambitious AI Continent Action Plan

Impact Newswire
Synthesia Secures Strategic Investment from Adobe, Hits $100M ARR
Untied Kingdom

Synthesia Surpasses $100M ARR, Secures Strategic Investment from Adobe Ventures

News – LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 15, 2025 –  Synthesia, the global AI video platform for enterprises, today announced it has reached over $100 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and received a strategic investment from Adobe Ventures. Synthesia’s surpassing of the $100 million ARR milestone solidifies its status as a global leader in the generative AI space, making it one of the few AI-native companies … Continue reading Synthesia Surpasses $100M ARR, Secures Strategic Investment from Adobe Ventures

Impact Newswire
NVIDIA to Manufacture American-Made AI Supercomputers
United States

NVIDIA Brings AI Supercomputer Manufacturing to the U.S. for the First Time

NVIDIA Blackwell chip production starts in Arizona — NVIDIA opens first US factories. NVIDIA is working with its manufacturing partners to design and build factories that, for the first time, will produce NVIDIA AI supercomputers entirely in the U.S. Together with leading manufacturing partners, the company has commissioned more than a million square feet of manufacturing space to build and test NVIDIA Blackwell chips in … Continue reading NVIDIA Brings AI Supercomputer Manufacturing to the U.S. for the First Time

Impact Newswire