Feb. 8, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — A landmark report from the FIA’s United Against Online Abuse (UAOA) campaign reveals that online abuse is routinely targeting sports officials and referees, causing a significant talent drain. Continue reading
Jan. 31, 2025 /Mpelembe media/ — Samuel Maimbo, endorsed by SADC and COMESA, has launched his candidacy for President of the African Development Bank (AfDB). His platform prioritises rapid economic growth for Africa, focusing on key areas such as trade, financial resources, agricultural transformation, and infrastructure development. Continue reading
Jan. 24, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Ten competing cybersecurity firms have collaboratively launched Opengrep, an open-source alternative to Semgrep, following Semgrep’s decision to restrict its open-source features. This move aims to preserve open access to code security analysis tools and prevent the commercialisation of crucial features. Continue reading
With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help tech 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. Read more
Jan. 24, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The World Economic Forum (WEF) highlights Envision Energy’s Ordos-Envision Net-Zero Industrial Park as a global benchmark for sustainable industrial development. This pioneering project, featured in a WEF white paper, showcases a comprehensive clean energy solution using wind, solar, and hydrogen power, achieving net-zero emissions. Continue reading
Jan. 23, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — A Finnish research project, part of the European ITEA PROFIT initiative, explores using artificial intelligence to alleviate the workload of nurses. The project aims to develop AI tools for tasks like patient registration and information review, freeing up nurses for direct patient care. Continue reading
Jan. 23, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Info-Tech Research Group’s 2025 Security Priorities report identifies key cybersecurity challenges, including the rise of AI-powered threats and quantum computing. The report, based on extensive research, advises organisations to proactively manage risks by operationalising AI security, strengthening identity management, and building resilient vendor security practices. Continue reading
Jan. 21, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — PwC’s 2025 Global CEO Survey reveals widespread optimism regarding global economic growth, with nearly 60% of CEOs anticipating increased growth and many planning headcount expansion. Despite this optimism, macroeconomic volatility and inflation remain significant concerns. Continue reading
Jan. 14, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — BAIBYS™, an Israeli startup, announced its CE-marked AI-powered robotic system for autonomous sperm selection in IVF. This system uses AI and machine vision to identify and isolate optimal sperm cells, addressing the growing global issue of male infertility. Continue reading
Jan. 14, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The Bicester Collection’s Unlock Her Future Prize 2025 is a social entrepreneurship competition supporting women-led start-ups in South Asia. This initiative, part of The Bicester Collection’s DO GOOD philanthropic programme, offers grants, executive education, and mentorship to finalists. Continue reading