Wilson Center/Sasakawa Peace Foundation Japan Scholar Programme 2023 (Funded)

COMPETITION FOR JAPAN SCHOLARS The Japan Scholar initiative is supported by the Sasakawa Peace Foundation to promote research on issues of mutual concern between Japan and the United States.   The Wilson Center’s Asia Program and the Sasakawa Peace Foundation’s Japan-U.S. Program are soliciting applications for the joint Japan Scholar Program based in Washington DC. […]

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ANAMBRA STATE PARTNER 26 BIG TECH COMPAINES

It was reported a month ago after Anambra State adopted the Nigeria Startup Act (NSA), the government is forming a technology collaboration and cooperation alliance with up to 26 US-based companies. These companies include Google, Meta, Amazon Web Services, Dell, VISA, Microsoft, and Coca-Cola. The alliance could boost technological exchange and economic growth, benefiting Anambra State’s tech sector and […]

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MACHINE LEARNING SECTOR EXPANDED FOURFOLD SINCE 2020; OVERALL MARKET PROJECTED TO REACH A VALUATION OF $205 BILLION BY 2024.

After a challenging 2022 that saw a substantial 46% drop, the machine learning market experienced a remarkable resurgence, surging by 120% and reaching a staggering $158.8 billion last year. The increasing demand for AI-driven solutions across various industries is expected to sustain market growth in the current year, propelling the machine learning industry to a […]

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INFINIX STEALS THE SPOTLIGHT AT CES 2024

Infinix, a stylish tech brand tailored for young consumers, left a lasting impression at the recently concluded Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024, a premier global event in the technology consumer realm. The brand’s noteworthy accomplishments were acknowledged with seven awards from prominent associations and media outlets, firmly establishing Infinix as a forward-thinking and innovative leader […]

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MAIDEN ACCELERATOR PROGRAM LAUNCHED BY INNOVEST AFRIKA IN COLLABORATION WITH TECHPOINT AFRICA

The launch of the Innovest Ignite Lagos accelerator program is a significant development in the effort to foster innovation and support early-stage startups in Nigeria. The partnership between Innovest Afrika and Techpoint Africa indicates a collaborative approach to providing essential resources for Nigerian startup founders. Key highlights of the program include: Empowerment through Mentorship: The accelerator […]

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CARRY1ST RECEIVES INVESTMENT FROM SONY INNOVATION FUND FOR ITS GAME PUBLISHING BUSINESS (Writer: Joel Nwankwo)

Carry1st, Africa’s leading game publisher and digital commerce platform, has secured a strategic investment by the Sony Innovation Fund, the venture capital arm of Sony Group Corporation (“Sony”). Carry1st is the inaugural investment out of the Sony Innovation Fund: Africa, which was established by Sony as an initiative to support the growth of entertainment businesses […]

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MEET RAVEBETA, THE CYBERSECURITY STARTUP REDEFINING PROTECTION WITH A 95% CUSTOMER SATISFACTION RATE

It is not breaking news that numerous businesses and organizations are establishing their presence in the cyberspace as the world succumbs to digitalization and globalization. However, a significant downside to this trend is the increasing frequency of cyberattacks and threats, with cybercriminals becoming more sophisticated, leading to more devastating effects. According to a report from […]

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