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RoguePlanetoid PodcastNorth East Tech Scene 2025AboutNorth East England, although often overlooked, is thrivingwith tech and creative startups or scaleups with events to celebrateDescriptionPeter, host of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast, spotlights the thriving tech scene in North East England covering major events such as UK Startup and Scaleup Week, TechNExt and Tyne Design Week. Peter showcases the region's innovations and highlights the collaborative spirit of the region along with emphasising the region's growing confidence and ambition, while also noting areas for improvement. Peter aims to raise awareness and...
2025-07-0118 minRoguePlanetoid PodcastNorth East Tech SceneNorth East England’s thriving tech scene is unfortunately
often overlooked by the rest of the United Kingdom and most likely elsewhere
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RoguePlanetoid Podcast is...
2024-07-0718 min
Africa's Market ExplainedThe media's effect on tech in Africa (Part 3)This session will take a future perspective, looking into the best-case evolution of tech journalism on the continent in the next 5 years.Guest speaker: David Afolayan, co-founder of Kolibri Media and Content Chief at Technext, the go-to site for tech news, reviews, and insightful analysis in Nigeria.Main takeaways: 2: Although Media have low margins and won’t get a chunk of VC funding, some platforms will still raise funds3: Media houses will develop new revenue models like data analysis and sales, host events, and develop tools for media platforms
2023-10-0509 min
Africa's Market ExplainedThe media's effect on tech in Africa (Part 2)This session will dive into the maturity of tech journalism on the continent. Highlighting the improving quality of talent, fierce competition with traditional institutions, and the attraction of international media houses like TechCrunch and QWGuest speaker: David Afolayan, co-founder of Kolibri Media and Content Chief at Technext, the go-to site for tech news, reviews, and insightful analysis in Nigeria.Powered by Bantaba, a platform connecting African tech companies with talent and capital. Are you an angel investor? Get in touch here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...
2023-09-2815 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#53 Techbytes: Transforming Nigerian Teens to Tech BrosIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Nigerian fintech PayDay is looking to sell the company six months after $3 million raiseSearch Queries related to Metaverse has dropped by 71%Google sued after Maps allegedly directed father returning from daughter’s birthday off a collapsed bridgeX/Twitter to discontinue Circles by Oct 31, 2023NCC to introduce new numbering scheme for fixed telephone linesWe also discussed the topic for the week: "Transforming Nigerian Teenagers to Becoming Tech Bros". We discuss this with Johnson Abbaly, Foudnr, The Smartan House, as he shares insights as to bringing te...
2023-09-2756 min
Africa's Market ExplainedThe media's effect on tech in Africa (Part 1)This is a discussion on the role of tech media in the growth of the African tech space and the attraction of international investors.Guest speaker: David Afolayan, co-founder of Kolibri Media and Content Chief at Technext, the go-to site for tech news, reviews, and insightful analysis in Nigeria.Powered by Bantaba, a platform connecting African tech companies with talent and capital. Are you an angel investor? Get in touch here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-2111 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#52 Techbytes: The New NUC Courses and Nigeria StudentsIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Okra Solar secures $12m in series A funding to drive mesh-grid electrification in AfricaMicrosoft to discontinue WordPad after 28 years of serviceNigeria is home to 32% of Africa’s fintech market with 217 companiesJack Dorsey’s Btrust acquires Qala, the Africa-focused Blockchain talent developerNigeria signs MoU with India to upgrade learning facilities in Nigerian schoolsWe also discussed the topic for the week: "NUC introduces software engineering, cybersecurity, and others to the university curriculum". We discuss the new courses introduced into Nigerian University through the National Universities Commission incl...
2023-09-1125 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#51 Techbytes: Navigating Being a Baddie and an Inspiring Tech Sis with Adora NwodoIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Donald Trump returns back to social mediaGbenga Agboola says Flutterwave’s IPO plans remain on track despite unstable marketKenya government sets up 15 member committee to investigate WorldCoin projectInstagram Threads launch web browserKenya court asks Meta and content moderators to settle out of courtWe also discuss the topic for the week, "Balancing Roles: Navigating Social Media Influencing and an Inspiring Tech Sis" as we discuss the social media trend of underestimating female tech professionals based on their social media activities and how she has been ab...
2023-08-2858 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#50 Techbytes: Expectations for the new Tech Minister, Bosun TijaniIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Moniepoint enters Nigeria’s consumer banking segment, to rival Opay and PalmPayFounders Factory Africa closes $114 million round to better serve founders in AfricaChatGPT costs $700,000 to run daily, and OpenAI may go bankrupt in 2024Nigerian schoolgirls at FGGC Sagamu built an AI robot called Kiki-SaggyMark Zuckerberg no longer interested in a cage fight, says Elon Musk is unseriousWe also discuss the topic for the week: "Expectations for the new Minister for Communications, Innovations and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani" as we discuss what the appointment means fo...
2023-08-2150 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#49 Techbytes: Making Money on Elon Musk's App, XIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.X (Twitter) users will soon be able to make video calls on the appNYSC certificates will now be issued and certified on blockchain technologyBolt introduces scheduled ride tripsAirtel partners with Mastercard to allow mobile customers to transfer funds across AfricaSpotify female podcaster to launch GenZ-focused podcast networkWhatsApp to battle Microsoft, Zoom and Google with screen-sharing featureWe also discuss the topic for the week: "Making Money with Twitter's Ad Share Program"
2023-08-2132 min
Cyber BriefingCyber Briefing - 2023.08.04
👉 What are the latest cybersecurity alerts, incidents, and news?
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Rising Android Threat: Malware Versioning Targets Users in Google Play Store
Source: Krebs On Security
Microsoft's New Azure Feature Creates Lateral Attack Surface
Source: Vectra
Rilide Malware: A Sophisticated Threat Targeting Chromium Browsers
Source: Trustwave
CISA Issues ICS Security Advisories and Mitigation Strategies
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Google's Latest Chrome 115 Update Patches 17 Flaws and Awards $123k in Bug Bounties
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2023-08-0607 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of TechTechbytes 48: Anonymous Sudan, Starlink X South Africa and othersIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) confirms cutting electricity supply to Niger RepublicAnonymous Sudan attacks Nigeria’s digital infrastructure over involvement in NigerStarlink classifies South Africa as ‘low-priority’ as regulatory hurdles stall launchNIPOST to prosecute over 500 delivery companies for not obtaining licensesX (Twitter) Blue subscribers can now hide their verification checkmarks if they wantThreads to launch desktop version after losing more than 50% of its users
2023-08-0426 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of TechTechbytes 47: Is a tech-driven fuel-on-credit service a solution to Nigerian’s problems?In this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Elon Musk has converted Twitter finally to the everything appBundle shuts down after 3 years of operationsCBN should remodel the eNaira to make it attractive to more NigeriansThe Kenyan government has been hit by numerous cyberattacks.We also discuss the topic for the week: "Is a tech-driven fuel-on-credit service a solution to Nigeria’s problems?" with Olusola Olanipekun, the founder of Fuel Credit, a digital platform that makes buying fuel on credit conveniently a reality, as we delve into the role technology can play and th...
2023-08-0455 min
NEXT.io PodcastExploring the AI Revolution with a World Class CTO | techNEXT🎙 Podcast with Pierre Lindh and Zhi Huang, CTO & Co-Founder, Posterity
We will embark on a thrilling journey through AI’s evolution, mind-blowing applications, and ethical challenges. We’ll witness the quirky beginnings, breakthrough moments, and iconic milestones that have shaped AI into the powerhouse it is today.
👨 Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder, Managing Director, iGaming NEXT
👨 Zhi Huang,CTO & Co-Founder, Posterity
🔔 Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe to the iGaming NEXT channel for more insightful content and exclusive interviews with the industry's front-runners!
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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT, and is brought t...
2023-08-0128 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#46 Techbytes: Nigeria to start producing electric vehiclesIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Apple is testing a ChatGPT-like AI chatbotNigeria will start producing electric vehiclesJumia Kenya’s employee stole $150,000 by manipulating vendor payment recordsNigeria is planning to build a cybersecurity laboratory in 2024Chris Amani will replace Do Kwon as Terra's CEOThe number of Threads active users plunges 50% in one week as user engagement dipsNetflix posts 2.7% revenue growth and 5.9 million new subscribers in Q2 despite password-sharing crackdown...
2023-07-2441 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#38 Techbytes: Opportunities of being a tech teenIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Central Bank of Nigeria hikes interest rate to 18.5% amid soaring inflationBinance was accused of mixing customers’ funds with revenueOpenAI founders worried “super-intelligent” AIs would destroy the world if not strictly regulatedAn Android app started secretly recording users almost a year after it was listed on Google PlayUber Eats Kenya now delivers alcohol and medicine amid growing competition from rivalsWe discuss our big story for the week, "Opportunities of being a tech teen" We speak with 4 amazing teenagers doing amazing things in tech to talk about...
2023-07-2150 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#45 Techbytes: Is Nigeria ready to adopt digital academic results and certificates?In this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Elon Musk launches xAI, “a company unravelling the universe’s unanswered questions”Nigerians can now receive diaspora remittances in Naira, according to CBNThreads crossed 100 million sign-ups within five days of the launchFTC opens investigation into OpenAI over misleading statementsMeta to launch its own version of ChatGPTWe also discuss the topic for the week: "Is Nigeria ready to adopt digital academic results and certificates?" with Ayodeji Agboola, the founder of Akowe. Listen now to understand why digital results might be the next step to curbing false...
2023-07-1941 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#44 Techbytes: The Threads vs Twitter SagaIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Twitter sues Meta over Thread appEx-manager who defrauded Amazon of nearly $10 million was jailed for 16 yearsThe new Apple AirPods Pro will also double as hearing aidsFIRS plans to collect VAT from market traders using technology.South Africa will admit Starlink if 30% of its equity is owned by women, blacks, and PLWDWe also discuss our most significant topic for the week: "Has Threads taken over Twitter?" spotlighting the newly released Threads app by Meta, which has been described as a Twitter killer. We explore if...
2023-07-0741 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#43 Techbytes: CBN and Social Media KYC for BanksIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.ChatGPT creator OpenAI sued $3 billion for stealing private data to train its AIOPay and MoniePoint dominate Nigeria’s agency banking, controlling 57.8% of 1.5m POS agentsPaga CEO rejects Arsenal partnership proposalFTX cryptocurrency exchange to relaunch sooner than expectedWe also discuss our most significant topic for the week: "CBN and Social Media KYC for Banks," following the release of the new circular mandating banks to collect the social media accounts of their customers.
2023-07-0324 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#42 Techbytes: Can I make it in Tech without Coding?In this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Spotify launches new Afrobeat platform to showcase the genre’s evolutionEgyptian fintech Agel secures 7-figure pre-seed funding for Sharia-compliant financingMalawi’s Yellow raises $14 million to broaden its solar system and smartphone financing offeringsIMF to launch global Digital Currency platform to facilitate international fund transfersTikTok looks to challenge Amazon and Shein with a new e-commerce initiative.Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg agree to hold cage fightWe also discuss our most significant topic for the week: "Getting into tech without coding and making it in tech."
2023-06-2630 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#41 Techbytes: Navigating the CBN Forex Policy: Impact on Fintech CompaniesIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.‘Avoid offline trips because of accidents and emergencies’ – Bolt warns e-hailing drivers and passengers.Multichoice generated N277 billion from operations in Nigeria in one year.Over 45 Nigerian YouTube channels have more than 1 million followers, the most in any African country.Tinubu signs Data Protection bill into law.Bitcoin briefly drops below $25,000, Tether’s stablecoin falls under its dollar peg.We discuss our big story for the week, "Navigating the CBN Forex Policy: Impact on Fintech Companies." We speak to Godfrey Elimian, Socio-economic analyst and writer a...
2023-06-1943 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#40 Techbytes: Internet Shutdowns–A Threat to DemocracyIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world."Stop blackmailing us with passengers"—striking e-hailing drivers slam Bolt and Uber.NIBSS slashes electronic transfer fees from N5 to N3.75k, effective July 1.Haul247 secures $3 million in seed funding to drive innovation in Africa’s logistics industry.Nigeria, South Africa, and Kenya rank among the top 100 for global online threats.Tingo Group denies fraud allegationsWe discuss our big story for the week, "Internet Shutdowns: A Threat to Democracy". We speak to Aisha Dabo, the co-founder of AfricTivistes, an African League of Bloggers and Cybe...
2023-06-0949 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#39 Techbytes: The challenges of being a gig economy worker in AfricaIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.e-Hailing drivers lament Uber and Bolt’s reluctance to increase fares, threaten to park vehiclesTwitter value reportedly drops to $15 billion, only a third of Elon Musk’s purchase priceGovernment, media websites in Senegal suffer cyberattacks amid political tensionsMultiChoice launches Moment to expand payment infrastructure for AfricansOpenAI is pursuing a new way to fight A.I. ‘hallucinations’We discuss our big story for the week, "Live talk: the challenges of being a gig economy worker in Africa". Omoleye, Dami and Tomiwo speak on the challenges that gig...
2023-06-0238 minTechbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#38 Techbytes: Opportunities of being a tech teenIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Central Bank of Nigeria hikes interest rate to 18.5% amid soaring inflationBinance was accused of mixing customers’ funds with revenueOpenAI founders worried “super-intelligent” AIs would destroy the world if not strictly regulatedAn Android app started secretly recording users almost a year after it was listed on Google PlayUber Eats Kenya now delivers alcohol and medicine amid growing competition from rivalsWe discuss our big story for the week, "Opportunities of being a tech teen" We speak with 4 amazing teenagers doing amazing things in tech to talk about...
2023-05-2650 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#37 Techbytes: Sharing the experiences of digital nomads across AfricaIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Guinea’s interim government orders fresh internet shutdown ahead of 2-day anti-govt protest84.5% of Nigerians negatively affected by CBN’s Naira redesign policyNigeria to Invest N5.3bn in Digital Birth and death registration platformGoogle plans to use new A.I. models for ads and to help YouTube creatorsGTCO, CEO, Segun Agbaje said telcos are partly responsible for the 22% decline in GTCO's USSD valueWe discuss our big story for the week, "Sharing experiences of digital nomads across Africa" We speak with Ebovi Wali, the CEO of K...
2023-05-221h 05
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#36 Techbytes: Remote vs. Physical Business OperationsIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Telecom operators reject NITDA billThe AI takeover of Google Search starts nowTwitter to launch encrypted direct messages with voice and video chat to followMeta content review partner Sama was told by the court to pay moderatorsTinder-inspired Cala dares you to swipe left on useless meetingsWe discuss our big story for the week, "Remote vs. Physical Business Operations: Are you losing money or making even more revenue?" We speak with Babatola Awe, a Co-Founder (CEO) at Flowmono and Akintayo Okekunle, a Co-Founder (CFO) also at...
2023-05-1554 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#35 Techbytes: African expansion, the pros and challenges for African foundersIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Nomba raises $30 million to drive payment solutions for African businesses.You no longer need a password to sign in to your Google account.Discord is making everyone need to pick a new usernameBuhari’s declaration overrides the new telecom tax policy.Crypto investors lost over $103 million to thefts in April. We discuss our big story for the week, "African expansion, the pros and challenges for African founders." We speak with Dr. Babatunde Obrimah, Chief Operating Officer of the Fintech Association of Nigeria, to talk ab...
2023-05-0853 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#33 Techbytes: Twitter’s blue check apocalypse is hereIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Thodex’s Farul Fatih Ozer jailed in Turkey two years after allegedly fleeing with $2bnTwitter’s blue check apocalypse is hereYellow Card rewards “A whole in Your Wallet” winner with 1 bitcoinApple launches its savings account with 4.15% interest rateGoogle CEO Sundar Pichai warns society to brace for impact of A.I. acceleration
2023-05-0422 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#34 Techbytes: How AI is affecting our lifestylesIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Dropbox will cut 16% of its staff as it seeks to take advantage of the new “AI era of computing.”Multichoice confirms Nigerians will pay more for DStv and GOtv subscriptions starting May 1st.Clubhouse is laying off more than half of its workforce.Lyft will cut 1,072 employees, or 26% of its workforce.US court fines South African CEO, Cornelius Steynberg paid $3.4 billion for Bitcoin fraud.We had an open mic to discuss our...
2023-05-0436 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#32 Techbytes: The resurgence of Bitcoin prices: are the brighter days here?In this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.African crypto payment startup, Lazerpay shuts downVC funding for the cryptocurrency sector drops by 80% in Q1 2023Paxful CEO, Ray Youssef responds to allegations of substance abuse, money-laundering in Coindesk report on Paxful’s unravellingOpenAI to pay users up to $20,000 for detecting ChatGPT bugsSubstack unveils the product that got it banned from TwitterWe discuss our big story for the week, "The resurgence of Bitcoin prices: are the brighter days here?" We speak with Elochukwu Okoye, Web3 Marketer and Content Creator, to discuss if there are br...
2023-04-1851 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#31 Techbytes: The aftermath of the CBN Naira policy. What next?In this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Ghanaian Uber and Bolt drivers decry ‘sudden and forceful’ digital taxCash App Founder Bob Lee stabbed to death in San FranciscoAfDB approves $525,000 grant to create a digital hub for African fintechsBitcoin platform with over one million Nigerian users shuts downWe discuss our big story for the week, "The aftermath of the CBN Naira policy. What next?" We speak with Elvis Christopher, a highly skilled Product Growth Executive, and Tunmise Omole, a financial analyst, to discuss the short-term and long-term impacts of the CBN Naira poli...
2023-04-1155 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#30 Techbytes: Overcoming gender stereotypes and biases in the tech industryIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Google says it removed over 5.2 billion bad ads in 2022Kaspersky prevents about 300,000 attacks on IoT devicesKora enables Africans to accept USD payments with new USD card-acquiringG7 calls for stricter regulations on cryptocurrenciesUK-Nigeria Tech Hub and Google for Startups offer $3M cloud credit to female foundersDuring our open mic session, we discussed the major topic of the week - "Overcoming gender stereotypes and biases in the tech industry". Our guest speakers included Ebere, an in-house tech writer who specializes in the "Women in Tech" series...
2023-04-0644 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#29 Techbytes: Are Nigerian banks/fintech companies ready for a cashless society?In this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Adobe is bringing generative AI features to Photoshop, After Effects and Premiere ProNigeria’s OPay crosses 30 million registered app usersFG cancels proposed 5% excise duty on telecom service operatorsTerra creator Do Kwon reportedly arrested Court stops Meta, Sama from firing 260 Kenyan content moderatorsWe discuss our big story for the week, "Are Nigerian banks/fintech companies ready for a cashless society?" We speak with Odiri Erusiafe, Growth Marketer and Ch...
2023-03-2758 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#28 Techbytes: The Cash crunch as it affects Nigeria and NigeriansIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Stripe raises $6.5B to provide liquidity for past and current employeesChipper Cash loses about $1m to Silicon Valley Bank closureMeta scraps NFT features from Facebook, Instagram amid crypto miseryFailed cashless transactions shrink e-payment in Nigeria by 4.8% in FebruaryWe discuss our big story for the week, "The Cash Crunch as it Affects the Citizenry." We speak with Jeffrey Williams-Edem, a fintech expert, and David Etido, Associate, Udo Udoma and Belo...
2023-03-201h 12
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#27 Techbytes: BVAS, IReV and the issue of election integrity in Nigeria (2)In this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Flutterwave allays the fears of its users over N2bn hackGoogle celebrates IWD with 3 new initiatives, names 15 women-led startups for Africa acceleratorNigerian government blocked over 1.2 million attempted cyber attacks during 2023 electionsGoogle plans to catch ChatGPT by stuffing AI into everythingElon Musk apologizes after calling disabled Twitter employee who was laid off ‘the worst’We discuss our big story for the week, "BVAS, IReV, and the issue of elec...
2023-03-1044 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#26 Techbytes: BVAS, IReV and the issue of election integrity in NigeriaIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Nigerians still overpay for sub-standard internet service in 2023Meta is experimenting with AI-powered chatbots on WhatsApp, InstagramJumia will now be held responsible for the sale of faulty products8.7% of African users experienced phishing attacks in 2022Twitter rolls out updated, zero-tolerance policy on violent speechWe discuss our big story for the week, "BVAS, IReV, and the issue of election integrity." We speak with Tomiwo Ojo, Editor, Technext, and Dennis Da-ala...
2023-03-1048 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#25 Techbytes: The Power of Media in ElectionsIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.NCC reveals dedicated toll-free number as 2023 presidential electionMore Nigerian states working to adopt the Nigeria Startup ActMeta is rolling out a paid verification subscription service for IG and Facebook usersInDrive raises $150m in unusual debt round to develop new servicesZambia experiments with technology to regulate cryptoWe discuss our big story for the week, "The Power of Media in Elections." We speak with Kola Muhammed, Editor, Pulse...
2023-02-2448 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#24 Techbytes: How far has Social Media Influenced the 2023 Elections with David HundeyinIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.MTN Group to invest $1 billion in GhanaA Founder sells his startup to Google then says the company has lost its missionMicrosoft’s Bing A.I. made several factual errors in last week’s launch demoSmile Identity raises $20m to tackle increasing online fraud in AfricaWe discuss our big story for the week, "How far has social media influenced the 2023 elections?" We speak with Investigative Journalist, David Hundeyin, on how to e...
2023-02-2153 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#23 Techbytes: Tech, the Cash Scarcity and Elections in NigeriaIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Microsoft is integrating an AI-powered service into its Bing and EdgePartech, a global VC firm raised $263 million to Fund African startupsStarlink to Launch in its 2nd African Country, Rwanda in Q1 2023Twitter Blue users can now post longer tweets of up to 4000 wordsWe discuss our big story for the week and have an open mic session about the cash shortage and the impact of technology on the Nigerian elections.
2023-02-1347 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#22 Techbytes: Using Tech for Transport in NigeriaIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Egypt’s MNT-Halan raises $400M to become Africa’s latest unicornMTN sets new Nigerian record after posting over 2 trillion naira in revenueGoogle is testing a potential ChatGPT competitor called ‘Apprentice Bard’Netflix lists guidelines to prevent account sharing outside the householdWe discuss our big story for the week, "Powering transportation with tech." We speak with Afolabi Olamide, the co-founder and CEO of Touch and Pay Technologies, on how technology aims to make...
2023-02-0640 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#21 Techbytes: How to keep your data safe in 2023In this episode of Techbytes, we discussed the major topics from last week in the tech world.We discuss our big story for the week, “Data Privacy: How to Stay Safe in 2023." We speak with cybersecurity expert Rock Adote about how employers, employees, and everyone else can keep their data safe in the face of rising cyber-attacks.
2023-02-0147 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#20 Techbytes: The major tech stories of 2022In this episode of Techbytes, we discussed the topics that had the most impact on the global tech ecosystem in 2022. We speak with Ganiu Oloruntade, our Writer on Policy and Regulations and our Editor, Tomiwo Ojo.Elon Musk purchases Twitter for $44bnDo Kwon’ Terra + LUNA crashThe season of layoffs in the tech spaceSam Bankman-Fried and FTX’s spectacular fallThe trails of Nigerian fintech startups in KenyaChronicles of bad bosses in Nigeria
2022-12-1639 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#18 Techbytes: The new CBN Withdrawal Policy and NigeriansIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed essential topics from last week in the tech world.Moove quietly “dismisses” employeesKenya’s CBK re-introduces charges for transactions between mobile money wallets and BanksBe Mobile Africa introduces Crypto Payments in South AfricaAirtel edges closer to 5G deployment in NigeriaGlobal VC Firm, Partech closes €120m fourth seed funding roundWe discuss our big story for the week, “Assessing the Effect of the CBN Revised Cash Withdrawal Limit." We speak with Jeffrey Williams-Edem, an expert in sales growth and...
2022-12-0947 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#17 Techbytes: TikTok, Policies and Online safetyIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed important topics from last week in the tech world.The lay-off session continuesFTX begins payments for staff and vendors after weeks of doubt14-year-old girl to become MTN Nigeria’s CEO for a dayBrazil approves legalization of cryptocurrency as a means of paymentNopeaRide EV taxi-hailing service shuts downBurna Boy, Asake, and Wizkid are Spotify’s most-streamed Nigerian artists in 2022We discuss our big story for the week, “Online Safety: A Look at TikTok’s #SaferTog...
2022-12-0240 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#16 Techbytes: Social Media and its Effect on Children's Mental HealthIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed important topics from last week in the tech world.Twitter agrees to negotiate severance pay with the laid-off Africa teamBlue Verified’s relaunch was suspended by TwitterReserve Bank of India to launch digital currency in DecemberHome cleaning startup SweepSouth pauses operations in NigeriaKenya’s ARA drops laundering charges against Korapay, Kandon We discuss our big story for the week, “Social Media & its Effect on Children's Mental Health." We speak with Dr Ayodele Renner, a doctor, consultant Paedia...
2022-11-2541 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#19 Techbytes: Interview with Dmitro Popov of WhitebitWe had an exciting conversation with Dmitro Popov, Chief International Business Developer at Whitebit about the blockchain ecosystem and what you need to do to strategically position yourself for the future.
2022-11-1829 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#15 Techbytes: The role of corporate governance in tech startupsIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed important topics from last week in the tech world.Binance to start Recovery Fund for crypto projects in crisisTwitter suspends Twitter Blue amid controversiesKenya’s BasiGo raises $6.6 millionModus launches $75m fund for blockchain & AI startups in AfricaWe discuss our big story for the week, “From the Garage to the bourse: the role of Corporate Governance in tech" We speak with Austin Okere, Founder, CWG Plc and Entrepreneur in Residence, Ausso Leadership Academy, to discuss the importance of having corp...
2022-11-1841 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of TechInterview with Mojolaoluwa on Google Interview Warmup ToolIn this interview, our Writer Ebere talked to Mojolaoluwa Aderemi Makinde, Head of Brand and Reputation on Google Africa about the prospect of the Google warmup tool.
2022-11-1815 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#14 Techbytes: How to Develop a career on the blockchainIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed important topics from last week in the tech world.Layoffs in the air - Twitter, Stripe, Meta, Lyft...Kuda expands to the UKBinance x FTX tangoUganda to start 3D bioprinting in spaceMeta wants to bring Nigeria’s top creators to the MetaverseWe discuss our big story for the week, “Prospects of Developing a Career on the Blockchain." We speak with Ayomide Shodipo, Global Head of Developer Advocacy, Polygon Technology, to discuss career prospects in Web3, blockchain, and...
2022-11-1148 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#13 Techbytes: Customer Acquisitions and Business ProfitsIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed important topics from last week in the tech world.Ibukun Awosika and Leslie Maasdorp were appointed to Binance’s advisory board.Kenya and Nigeria will drop out of the top 10 crypto countries in 2022.Nedbank goes to the MetaverseAdobe acquires Figma for $20 billion.We discuss our big story for the week, “Beyond acquisitions: building profitability through user retention in Africa”. We speak with Charles Ifedi, Chief Executive Officer at eBanqo, to discuss what the right path to profitability for businesses is.
2022-09-2651 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#12 Techbytes: Elon Musk and Twitter's Mexican StandoffIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed important topics from last week in the world of tech.Egypt's SWVL expansion into Mexico with the acquisition of UrbvanAfrican fintech company, Wave staff cut offSouth African Firm Launches 'Crypto Water Token', raises $150MFSB cryptocurrency regulation guideline release dateWe discuss our big story for the week, "The Elon Musk Acquisition impasse: What will Twitter do next?". We speak with Dr Gbenga Odegbami, CEO and Co-Founder, of Youverify, to discuss what is next for Twitter amidst Elon Musk's standoff
2022-07-1843 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#11 Techbytes: The Storm is Not Over for FlutterwaveIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed important topics from last week in the world of tech.Autochek acquisition of CoinAfriqueBolt opens Africa Head office in NairobiGoogle to merge Google Meet and DuoKenyan authorities Freeze Flutterwave’s accountsWe discuss our big story for the week, "The many travails of Flutterwave. What next?". We speak with Onyinye and Ruyi, our in-house writers to discuss What is next for Flutterwave amidst the different troubles.
2022-07-1148 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#10 Techbytes: To buy the dip or not to buyIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed important topics from last week in the world of tech.This includes:Amazon's expansion into Nigeria, South AfricaKenyan food tech startup Kune's shut downElon Musk denial of responsibility for his followers’ decision to invest in cryptoUganda's satellite launchNetflix lay off 300 employeesWe discuss our big story for the week, "The crypto meltdown: To buy the dip or not to buy". We speak with Dave Partner, a Software Developer and Tech Expert on what crypto in...
2022-06-2739 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#9 Techbytes: Rachael Akalia shares her experience working in the blockchain spaceIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed important topics from last week in the world of tech.This includes:The UK to integrate blockchain technology into traditional marketsKenya to introduce a 20% tax for digital lendersTwitter and Musk find a middle groundTikTok improves screen time featureWe discuss our big story for the week, "Women in Tech: Rachael Akalia shares her experience working in the blockchain space". We speak with Rachael Akalia, Brand Manager, Patricia on her journey and career helping Fintech startups
2022-06-1348 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#8 Techbytes: Celebrating WonderTeens in TechIn this episode of Techbytes, we discussed important topics from last week in the world of tech.This includes:Starlink's launch in Nigeria and MozambiqueMeta COO, Sheryl Sandberg stepping downGoogle TV's launch in AfricaTerra 2.0: The launch and crashWe discuss our big story for the week, "Tech teens: celebrating kids doing wonders in the African tech space". We speak with Abigail Johnson Inyang, Junior Penetration Tester and Michael Nwuju, Software Engineer, Topship on their journey as teens creating solutions and working in tech.
2022-06-0648 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#7 Techbytes: Can Social Media Impact the Nigerian 2023 Elections?In this episode of Techbytes, we discussed important topics from last week in the world of tech.This includes:The Central African Republic to launch Africa’s 1st crypto investment hubGhana gets Low Earth Orbit satellite gateway stationInsider trading on Binance, CoinbaseAbeg, Flutterwave return as BBNaija sponsorsWe discuss our big story for the week, "The role of social media in electioneering in Africa". We speak with Onyinye and Dennis, our in-house writers to discuss this trend and how social media will affect the 2023 ge...
2022-05-3043 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#6 Techbytes: Still in the Winter of Cryptocurrency: What's next?In this episode of Techbytes, we discuss important topics from last week in the world of tech. This includes Elon Musk's suspension of the Twitter purchase following the bots saga; GIGM's new CEO; Rwanda's new $1bn innovation hub; Netflix employees layoffs amid subscriber decline; and Google for Startups Black Founders Fund (BFF) for Africa.We discuss our big story for the week, "Still in the Winter of Cryptocurrency: What Should We Expect". We speak with Osamede Arhunmwunde, COO, GIGX to discuss this trend and what investors should expect in the crypto market.
2022-05-2353 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#5 Techbytes: Crypto Winter and the Realities of Crypto InvestmentsIn this episode of Techbytes, we discuss important topics in the world of tech from last week. This includes the Interswitch raise of $110m and expansion plans; Ethiopia's Ethio Telecom 5G launch; El Salvador's winter bitcoin stash; Google's I/O developer conference; and Google Africa Developer Scholarship.We proceed to discuss our big story for the week, "Crashing prices of Bitcoin and the realities of crypto investments". We speak with Jonathan Emmanuel, Founder, of Zenith Chain to help us understand the downturn trend that is affecting the markets and how we should react.
2022-05-1428 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#4 Techbytes: Are Nigerian Uber/Bolt Drivers Workers or Partners?In this episode of Techbytes, we discuss major topics in the world of tech from last week. This includes the proposed price hike in calls, and messages by telecom companies in Nigeria; the proposed 5G launch in Nigeria; Airbnb's 70% revenue growth; and Binance's investment in Elon Musk's $44bn purchase of Twitter.We proceed to discuss our big story for the week, "The right of workers in a changing corporate system - the case of app-based drivers". We speak with Mr Ayoade Ibrahim, President of the National Union of Professional App-Based Workers to help us understand the challenges...
2022-05-0748 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#3 Techbytes: Musk, Twitter and the world of free speechIn this episode of Techbytes, we discuss major topics in the world of tech from last week. This includes Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter for $44bn, The Central African Republic's legalisation of crypto, Techstars expansion to Lagos and Eden Life's acquisition of Lynk and expansion to Nairobi, Kenya.We proceed to discuss our big story for the week, Musk, Twitter and the world of free speech. We speak with Damilare, our communications lead, as we discuss what the purchase means for Twitter and what users should be expecting to see as a result of the acquisition.
2022-04-2931 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#2 Techbytes: Insider Trading at Flutterwave?In this episode of Techbytes, we discuss major topics in the world of tech from last week. This includes Calendly billionaire black founder, the MTN PSB license by CBN, Elon Musk's bid to buy over Twitter. We proceed to discuss our big story for the week, the Flutterwave expose by David Hundeyin. We speak with David Etido, a private equity associate as we discuss the nitty-gritty of the revelations from the story on Africa's most valuable tech startup, Flutterwave.
2022-04-1557 min
Techbytes: Let's go round the world of Tech#1 Techbytes: CBN vs Banks vs CryptoIn this episode of Techbytes, we discuss major topics in the world of tech from last week. This includes the CBN fine for banks who have transacted crypto transactions, Elon Musk buying Twitter shares and joining the board, Equinix's acquisition of MainOne and Jack Dorsey's first tweet reselling for $48m.
2022-04-1119 min
WP-Tonic | WordPress | SaaS | Bootstrap SaaS | Startups#587 WP-Tonic Show With Special Guest: Shahjahan Jewel Founder & CEO of WPManageNinja The Team Behind WPFluentForms & FluentCRMShahjahan Jewel Founder & CEO of WPManageNinja The Team Behind WPFluentForms & FluentCRM
Shahjahan Jewel is a talented software engineer with a strong academic background and 6 years of professional experience. Shahjahan Jewel is now a Certified Scrum Master and plays the scrum master role of Technext Limited. Ability to think through a problem coupled with the confidence to make ideas heard. He possesses a proven track record of software delivery through all phases of development and can effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions
2021-04-2232 min
TWDS PodcastRe-Imagine Africa and the Quest for It’s Missing PiecesI catch up with Raymond. He is what I like to call a pure intellectual.. Software engineer at Microsoft, originally from Nigeria, he’s a musician, an artist. Raymond and I connect over art, music, history, maps and our passion for the continent of Africa.I wanted to sit with Raymond and brainstorm ways he and I, and others like us would like to see the continent prosper. We discuss this from our view, the one of working in a technological hub, members of the diaspora, using the tools at our disposal. We tackle various ideas for ba...
2020-12-0644 min