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Google just avoided disaster – the company will not be forced to sell its web browser, Chrome. It will have to make some concessions, but the ruling in what is described by Bloomberg as the “biggest US antitrust case in almost three decades” is overall favorable for the Mountain View company. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) accused Google of having an illegal monopoly on the search engine market. DOJ’s suggested remedy for that was to divest Chrome. Some companies even made offers, e.g. Perplexity AI offered $34.5 billion. That’s not happening, ruled the judge. Google will have to share…

Google recently announced that it was rolling out a new update to its Google Play Games profiles system, which will make it easier for Android users to manage their gaming activity. The update is scheduled to arrive on September 23, 2025 (October 1 in the EEA and UK), and will integrate the gamer profile directly into the Google Play Store, making it a central hub for all gaming-related features. READ: Google Dodges Chrome Sale in Major Antitrust Ruling That being said, the updated profile system will keep existing features like achievements and cross-device progress tracking, while adding new capabilities to…

The round, led by top-tier accelerator Y Combinator with backing from BYLD and DCG, demonstrates strong confidence in the company’s mission to modernize financial services for expatriates and streamline international transactions. Munify , a promising fintech startup based in Cairo, has closed a $3 million seed funding round to build a cross-border digital bank for Egyptians living abroad. The round, led by top-tier accelerator Y Combinator with backing from BYLD and DCG, demonstrates strong confidence in the company’s mission to modernize financial services for expatriates and streamline international transactions. Founded in 2024 by Egyptian entrepreneur Khalid Ashmawy, Munify is directly addressing…

Apple recently teased a new pair of Beats earphones called the Powerbeats Fit. The upcoming pair of TWS earphones are expected to succeed the Beats Fit Pro, which were unveiled in 2021. Ahead of an official announcement, the design and color options of the Powerbeats Fit have leaked online. The leaked images show the Powerbeats Fit in four color options – black, orange, pink, and beige. The earphones feature a hook-style design, similar to the older Fit Pro. Meanwhile, the case appears to be similar to the older model. No other details have been leaked, but we…

It’s all about AI these days, right? At least that is the case for most big tech companies – and Amazon is definitely one of them.The retail giant just introduced Lens Live, a major AI-powered update to its Amazon Lens shopping tool. The idea is simple but powerful: use your camera to find products through visual search, kind of like what Google Lens and Pinterest Lens already do. But Amazon is tying it even closer to shopping by plugging it into its AI assistant, Rufus, for extra insights. Lens Live is already rolling out to tens of millions of iOS…

This engagement marks a key milestone in strengthening ARTP-ITU cooperation to drive socio-economic development through digital technologies. The Telecommunications and Posts Regulatory Authority of Senegal (ARTP)  has advanced its cooperation with the International Telecommunications Union (ITU)  during the World Regulatory Symposium in Saudi Arabia. ARTP Director General Dahirou Thiam held discussions with ITU Secretary General Doreen Bogdan-Martin on strengthening collaboration between Senegal and the global telecommunications body. During the meeting, Mr. Thiam outlined ARTP’s inclusive approach in shaping its future strategic plan, designed to reflect the concerns of all stakeholders, including the ITU. The plan will address key priorities such…

Apple is holding an event on September 9, during which it will make the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max official. Today a very quick hands-on video has surfaced in China, purportedly depicting a real iPhone 17 Pro Max unit being handled by someone working on the iPhone production line. This is, needless to say, big if true. Here’s the video for your enjoyment (just don’t blink or you’ll miss it): The oft-rumored redesign of the rear is once again confirmed, complete with a huge camera island that extends all across from the…

Sony just shot itself in the foot, and the wound is self-inflicted. The company’s new Xperia 1 VII comes with a Monitor & Control App that allows the phone to act as a remote viewfinder for Sony’s Alpha cameras, one of the key selling points for Sony’s smartphones, especially among Alpha users. Here’s where things get ridiculous. The new app replaces the External Monitor app, which has always been free to use. But with the latest update, Sony is locking the feature behind a Sony Xperia paywall of $4.99 per month. This move feels like corporate suicide. Sony has built…

The training programme focused on equipping participants with essential digital skills, creating awareness around e-commerce opportunities, and promoting responsible use of social media to support safer and more positive online communities. Zamtel  has strengthened its drive toward digital empowerment with the successful hosting of a Digital Skills Clinic for young people in Chongwe District. The training programme focused on equipping participants with essential digital skills, creating awareness around e-commerce opportunities, and promoting responsible use of social media to support safer and more positive online communities. The session also emphasized the importance of online safety, with young people guided on how…

I’m back from Osaka with plenty to share about the futuristic tech I saw. Yep, from a robotic personal vehicle to iPS-generated organs, this article will give you a taste of what life will be like in 2025.I’m a planner. But when I entered the exhibition grounds at Expo 2025 in Osaka last week, there were a couple of things I hadn’t counted on. First was the heat. I’m used to hot weather, but 100-degree temperatures plus humidity made for a completely new clime; a very sweaty one! Another surprise? The futuristic tech at Expo 2025. I knew there would…