The provided text announces the launch of the OpenSTX Foundation, an initiative by the Joint Development Foundation (part of the Linux Foundation family) aimed at standardising Synchronous Transmission (STX) as an open industry protocol for industrial wireless connectivity. This new standard seeks to provide ultra-reliable, time-sensitive communication essential for applications like smart factories, cities, and disaster response, addressing the growing demand for scalable, secure, and real-time wireless protocols in mission-critical environments. The foundation will unite industry leaders and researchers to develop an enterprise-ready specification, ensuring interoperability and broad accessibility for next-generation industrial IoT and cyber-physical systems. Read more
SIGGRAPH 2025: Art, Technology, and Nature Converge
The SIGGRAPH 2025 conference is an annual event showcasing the intersection of art and technology. It specifically highlights two core programmes: the Art Gallery and Art Papers. The Art Gallery, themed “Connecting Nature, Art, and Technology,” features 12 juried works exploring ecological awareness and immersive interactivity, while the Art Papers programme, focusing on “The Future of Reality: Post-Truths, Digital Twins, and Doppelgängers,” presents 17 juried papers examining how AI, virtual embodiment, and cross-modal creativity are reshaping the digital arts. Both programmes aim to foster dialogue between artists, critics, and technologists, bridging aesthetic experiences with critical and theoretical discussions. Read more
Generative AI’s Impact on Software Development: A DORA Perspective
May 20, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — This report from DORA explores the impact of generative AI on software development, analyzing both the challenges and opportunities it presents. It examines how AI affects individual developers’ productivity and well-being, finding both benefits and unexpected trade-offs. The document also addresses the organizational perspective, considering how AI influences processes like code quality and delivery speed, while acknowledging a potentially negative short-term impact on delivery performance. Finally, it proposes practical strategies for fostering developer trust, promoting responsible AI adoption, and measuring success within organizations.
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what is the Eurovision song contest all about?
May 17, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The Eurovision Song Contest is an annual international song competition organized by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) since 1956. It brings together participants representing primarily European countries, although nations from outside of Europe, such as Australia, have also been invited to compete. Continue reading
AFRICON 2025 in Atlanta Announces Partnerships
May 16, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — AFRICON 2025, a significant gathering celebrating African culture, creativity, and commerce, will be held in Atlanta, Georgia, from 18th to 20th September 2025. Organised by Amplify Africa, the event aims to foster global connection and cross-continental collaboration. A notable element of this year’s conference is a partnership with Fidelity Bank, which will include the 3rd Annual Fidelity Investment and Trade Creative Connect (FITCC) forum focusing on investment opportunities in Africa. Continue reading
Weekly Recap: 15 Finance Press Releases You Need to See
With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help finance journalists and consumers stay on top of the week’s most newsworthy and popular releases, here’s a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn’t be missed. Continue reading
Google Sovereign Cloud Whitepaper
May 15, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ –This whitepaper introduces Google Sovereign Cloud, a solution designed to address digital sovereignty concerns for organisations wary of adopting foreign cloud services. The core issues driving this need are data control (due to evolving regulations), economic dependency (lack of domestic providers), and potential geopolitical disruptions. Continue reading
Delay Defense Membership for Travelers
A recent press release announces the launch of Delay Defense, a novel indemnified travel membership program designed to mitigate the impact of flight disruptions. This service aims to protect travellers from delays, cancellations, and diversions by providing 24/7 expert assistance for rebooking flights on different airlines or airports, and arranging overnight accommodation with no out-of-pocket expense. The service, starting at £4 per round trip, positions itself as a solution to the increasing chaos in air travel, including issues stemming from airport infrastructure problems and air traffic control overhauls. Delay Defense highlights its ability to act as a personal assistant, offering financial and practical support when travel plans are disrupted. Continue reading
State of Developer Adoption 2025 Report
This text, presented as a press release on the Mpelembe Network website, announces the launch of the State of Developer Adoption 2025 report by Instruqt and the Developer Marketing Alliance. The report is highlighted as a study exploring the challenges and effective strategies for increasing developer engagement and product usage. Key findings mentioned include the importance of hands-on training, the obstacles of budget and technological complexity, and the significance of tracking usage metrics. The source also includes various advertisements and other unrelated website content alongside the press release. Continue reading
Dr Glitter Launches at Urban Outfitters
Dr Glitter, a company that has developed edible nutrient crystals using patent-pending ActivCrystal™ Technology, has launched its product at Urban Outfitters. These crystals deliver vitamins, minerals, and probiotics in a colourful, sparkly, and tasteless format, designed to be sprinkled on food. The article highlights this innovation as a “world-first” and positions it as a fun, health-conscious product for Gen Z consumers. The partnership with Urban Outfitters is seen as a strategic move to reach the US market and beyond, reflecting a broader trend towards natural and preventative health solutions. Read more
