Workable has been awarded the EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) certification by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank. This makes Workable the first co-working space in East and Central Africa to receive the internationally recognised green building certification. The EDGE certification is granted to buildings that achieve significant reductions in energy and water consumption. According to IFC, Workable exceeded benchmarks in all categories as a result of its smart resource-saving strategies and sustainable construction choices. “We’re committed to providing a co-working space that not only supports the needs of our clients…
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Africa’s growing crypto community is facing a new and unprecedented threat: AI-powered fraud. The same technology that powers smarter trading and personalised learning is now being exploited by scammers to mimic voices, generate lifelike deepfakes, and hijack accounts. In response, platforms like Binance are deploying advanced AI to detect, prevent, and recover stolen funds at scale. In South Africa, 60% of organisations have reported a surge in AI-facilitated financial crimes, exceeding the global average of 56%. This increase has significantly raised the cost of compliance, with South African financial institutions incurring an estimated USD 1.4 billion in compliance-related expenses. The rising…
By Abhishek Kumar Singh, Head, SE, Singapore, Check Point Software Technologies As we mark World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2025, May 16th, 2025, the world is navigating a powerful intersection of opportunity and risk. Telecommunications— always an important utility—has become the critical backbone of our digital economy. It supports everything from emergency response systems and banking to generative AI and smart cities. But with this transformation comes heightened vulnerability. Cyber attackers are no longer targeting only data—they’re aiming for the very infrastructure that keeps societies connected. A Strategic Cyber Target – Telecommunications Sector In 1Q of 2025, the…
Epson has announced a 38.4 percent growth in profit for the financial year ended 31 March 2025 (FY 2024). Consolidated revenue rose 3.7 % to ¥1.36 trillion (KES 1.2 trillion), to ¥89.6 billion (KES 78 billion) during the same period. The growth is attributed to innovative technologies across its print, visual communications and industrial segments, led by demand for high-capacity EcoTank printers built on Heat-Free, PrecisionCore printhead technology, and by the first-time consolidation of Fiery® digital front-end solutions, which added roughly ¥10 billion (KES 8 billion) in Q4 revenue and ¥2–3 billion in profit. Epson Regional Head, East & West…
Money that is received in winning poker tournaments is called a prize fund and is calculated for the participation of players. Increasing the prize pool often results in a higher level of player engagement, as players are motivated to win. In addition, as larger pools increase the tournament’s value, they tend to attract bigger players and get more media attention. As you can see from the size of the prize pool, players at all levels can feel the importance of the tournament. This ultimately has a big impact on the level of competition and overall success. Types of Poker Tournament…
In 2025, the digital marketing world is not just evolving—it’s sprinting ahead. For B2B companies, this means embracing modern, results-driven tactics that not only generate leads but also nurture them into loyal customers. Gone are the days of relying on just one or two channels; the key now is integration, personalization, and intelligent automation. Below are twelve high-impact digital marketing strategies every B2B business must adopt to stay competitive in 2025. 1. SEO That Targets Buyer Intent Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is far from dead—in fact, it’s more alive than ever. But 2025 demands an approach centered around buyer intent…
Four European Development Finance Institutions (EDFIs), British International Investment (BII), FMO, Swedfund, and Swiss Investment Fund for Emerging Markets (SIFEM) have jointly committed $80 million to BluePeak Private Capital Fund II (BPCF II), a pan-African private credit fund focused on addressing the financing needs of mid-sized businesses in Africa, with an emphasis on ESG best practices and meaningful impact.Africa’s mid-market segment remains critically underfunded, with a persistent financing gap constraining the growth of otherwise viable businesses. These businesses often lack access to traditional financing due to insufficient collateral or limited credit history, despite their potential to generate jobs, expand access…
Binance has announced the introduction of Fund Accounts, the first technological solution offered by a digital-asset exchange, specifically designed for fund managers, that enables pooling of their investors’ assets based on trading strategies. Powered by Binance’s cutting-edge technology and robust account management infrastructure, Fund Accounts streamline operations and enhance trading efficiency, offering fund managers a new way to manage investor capital on the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. Bridging traditional finance with crypto asset management Mirroring traditional finance infrastructure, this innovative solution allows fund managers to consolidate externally-raised investor assets into one or multiple omnibus accounts (“Fund Accounts”)…
Playing Aviator Kenya requires not only quick reactions, but also the ability to control your bankroll. Every decision, from the bet to the moment you exit, affects the outcome. In such a dynamic environment, bonuses and promotions can provide additional support, but only if used wisely.Not all offers are equally advantageous. Some bonuses help you get started without unnecessary risk, while others allow you to restore your balance after a losing streak. But there are also those that are more distracting and prevent you from developing a clear strategy.In this article, we will figure out which bonuses really work, when…
Innovate Africa, a product-led venture fund supporting early-stage African innovators, has announced it will host the Lagos edition of World Product Day 2025 on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. The event seeks to bring together a curated group of product leaders, engineers, founders and enterprise teams. The one-day conference will focus on product innovation and problem-solving across Africa. World Product Day is a global initiative by Mind the Product, marked annually in more than 100 cities around the world. The Lagos edition, curated by Innovate Africa, will be Africa’s flagship celebration, culminating a two-month-long innovation sprint that has taken teams from…