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Meta vs. Africa: Will Big Tech’s Legal Battles Redefine Data Privacy?

Meta is at the center of mounting legal battles in Africa as Nigeria upholds a $220 million fine over alleged data privacy breaches and market abuses. The case, backed by investigations from Nigeria’s consumer and data protection agencies, accuses Meta of …

Scaling Smarter: How a Modern Tech Stack Fuels Diagnostic Lab Growth

Thank you for your interest in the webinar! Check your inbox for an email with instructions on viewing the on-demand presentation. Oops something went wrong. Industry * Addiction & Behavioral Health Bioinformatcics/Life Science IT/Information …

Kutoa Afrika Graduates All-Girl Tech Cohort

In a ceremony filled with emotion, empowerment, and purpose, the Kutoa Afrika Foundation on Saturday graduated its second all-girl cohort from a tuition-free, three-month computer training program, a bold step in bridging Liberia’s gender gap in digital …

Endangered gorilla habitats threatened in rebel-held Congo

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

Public memorial planned for NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo at Georgia Tech

Dikembe Mutombo smiles during the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame 2014 Class Announcement at the JW Marriott on April 6, 2015, in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) ATLANTA - The family of Hawks legend Dikembe …

Lagos Startups Attract 42% More Funding Despite African Slowdown

Despite a broader funding slump across Africa, Lagos-based startups defied the trend by raking in $252 million in 2024—a 42% surge from the previous year. The Netherlands-based research company, Dealroom.co, revealed this development. Global interest in …

U.S. seeks Congo minerals as conflict deepens in coltan-rich region

Coltan mined by hand in Congo’s eastern hills feeds the global tech industry, but decades of conflict, displacement, and exploitation continue to plague the region as new international deals take shape. David Yusufu Kibingila and Monika Pronczuk report for …

Sources say that China's CMOC has called on Congo to lift the cobalt export prohibition.

Three sources said that China's CMOC group, the world's largest cobalt mining firm, called on the Democratic Republic of Congo to lift a current export ban for battery metal due to expire in the next month. Congo, which is the world's largest …

Natural resource grabbing in Ukraine and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Imperial powers on the offensive.

 Ukraine’s natural resources coveted by the United States, Russia and the EU David Otieno, of the Kenyan Peasants’ League, a member organization of both the CADTM and Via Campesina networks, asked me the following question about Ukraine’s debt. “Comrade …

U.S.-Led Peace Talks Could Unleash Rwandan Processing of Congo’s Critical Minerals

The United States is spearheading a delicate diplomatic initiative between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, with the goal of de-escalating a long-simmering regional conflict—and unlocking the economic potential of Congo’s vast mineral wealth …

Peace for minerals: Negotiations between the US and Democratic Republic of the Congo raise alarm bells

The world’s largest exporters of coltan — essential for digitalization, the energy transition, and weapons production — have become the latest example of the U.S. government’s transactional policies. At a time when world powers are seeking to secure …

The U.S. Should Aim Higher in Its ‘Minerals for Peace’ Deal With Congo

In a small ceremony with oversized implications, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio welcomed his Congolese and Rwandan counterparts to Washington on April 25 for the signing of a U.S.-brokered declaration of principles that could lead to a peace agreement …

Chinese battery giant CATL thrives under pressure, eyes global expansion amidst US-China tech rivalry

BEIJING, May 20 — Chinese battery giant CATL, which soared on its Hong Kong debut yesterday, is a domestic success story with a risk-taking founder and global ambitions—but has found itself in the crossfire of a superpower clash for tech dominance. CATL— …

Democratic Republic of Congo: A nation of untapped climate solutions

In this country profile, Nicolette Pombo-van Zyl, ESI Africa editor-in-chief, considers the complexities of the DRC’s carbon sinks—the natural ecosystems that play a mitigation role against climate change.   Sub-Saharan Africa’s largest country by land …

Airtel Africa, MTN seek infrastructure sharing deal in Rwanda and Congo

Africa’s telecommunication giants Airtel Africa Plc and South Africa’s MTN Group are looking for opportunities to share network infrastructure in Rwanda, Congo-Brazzaville and Zambia in a bid to lower capital and operational costs, enhance the quality of …

PHOTO ESSAY: Congo coltan miners dig for world’s tech — and struggle regardless of who is in charge

RUBAYA, Congo (AP) — Nestled in the green hills of Masisi territory in Congo, at the artisanal Rubaya mining site, hundreds of men labor by hand to extract coltan, a key mineral crucial for producing modern electronics and defense technology. Rubaya lies …

China Dominates Global Trade of Battery Minerals

Sign up for CleanTechnica's Weekly Substack for Zach and Scott's in-depth analyses and high level summaries, sign up for our daily newsletter, and/or follow us on Google News! Last Updated on: 22nd May 2025, 01:20 am China has a major role at …

PHOTO ESSAY: Congo coltan miners dig for world’s tech — and struggle regardless of who is in charge

Technology Metals Report (05.16.2025): Lynas Malaysia Ignites Heavy Rare Earth Breakthrough Amid Global Critical ...

During the week ending 16 May 2025, Lynas Malaysia achieved a milestone by starting commercial production of separated heavy rare earths at its Kuantan plant—the first such output ever recorded outside China. The facility, located in the Gebeng Industrial …

Project 100 Expands to East Bay: San Jose-Based Marketing Agency Broadens Local Reach with New Satellite Offices

Project 100 Expands to the East Bay—Blending Local Expertise, Continued Learning, and Community-Focused Growth. SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Project 100, a leading digital marketing agency known for its …

Metal Majic Launches to Provide Auto Hail Damage Repairs in Texas

DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As severe hailstorms continue to impact communities across Texas, newly launched auto repair provider Metal Majic is offering specialized hail damage repair services to help vehicle …

CV Match Launches: Screen 200 Resumes in Minutes With AI-Powered Fit Scoring and AI Detection

New AI-powered tool screens hundreds of resumes instantly with smart matching, bullet-point summaries, and AI content detection — no ATS required. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- q32, llc Launches: CV Match : …

'Draw Me As' Launches to Instantly Turn Selfies Into AI Art – No Signup, No Subscriptions

New web app offers instant AI-generated illustrations from photos in dozens of styles — private, fast, and pay-as-you-go. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new web app, Draw Me As, is now live at https://drawme.io, …

Plus 1 App Launches on iOS and Android, Bringing Real-World Connections to Life — Featured at Miami Swim Fashion Show

Tired of swiping? Plus 1 flips the script—putting plans first so you can find a real connection for anything from networking to dating. MIAMI , FL, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Plus 1, a Miami-based social connection app, is …

Secro – the Trade Workflow Digitalization Platform - Raises Oversubscribed Series A

Secro Delivers AI-Enabled, Global Trade Finance Infrastructure across $20 Trillion Trade Market CHARLESTON, SC, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Secro, the foundational, AI-enabled platform for global trade finance replacing …

DiaGen Ai Inc. Announces JV with Contango Labs to Launch its First Decentralized Drug Discovery Miner on Bittensor $TAO

DiaGen Ai Inc., Announces Partnership with Contango Labs and Provides Update and Upsizing of its Seed Unit Financing VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DiaGen Ai Inc., Announces Partnership with Contango Labs Launching its …

PACE Anti-Piracy Extends iLok License Delivery App for Shopify to Include Rent-to-Own Licensing

PACE’s iLok Shopify App now supports Rent-to-Own licenses, giving users affordable access and publishers new ways to sell software securely. SILICON VALLEY, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PACE Anti-Piracy, Inc., an …

Tom Sawyer Software Releases Major Update to Tom Sawyer Explorations

Enhancing Flexibility and Clarity in Graph Analysis BERKELEY, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tom Sawyer Software, the leader in graph and data visualization technology, today announced a new release of Tom Sawyer …

Mobile Handset Protection Market Set to Reach USD 25.3B by 2035 as Users Prioritize Security and Coverage

Mobile handset protection market grows steadily as consumers seek enhanced security, repair coverage, and extended warranties for their devices. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The mobile handset protection market …

Elimu Informatics Launches RapidFireApps™ to Accelerate Innovation for Healthcare Startups

New service fast-tracks the launch of clinician and patient apps by combining FHIR expertise, pre-built components, and seamless EHR integration. EL CERRITO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Elimu Informatics is proud to …

Garden Hills Elementary Unveils State-of-the-Art SmartLab With Grant from Campos Foundation

New Technology-Integrated Learning Space Aims to Transform Student Engagement and Prepare Future Innovators ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Garden Hills Elementary School marked a significant milestone with the official …

SFA Applauds White House's Golden Dome Initiative as a Critical Step Toward Comprehensive National Defense

Space Force Association Applauds White House's Golden Dome Initiative as a Critical Step Toward Comprehensive National Defense COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Space Force Association (SFA) commends …

SXTC-DYADICA Global Consulting and FEAR-NONE Gear Unleash Fully AI-Driven Network-Quality Commercial-Movie For Brands.

SXTC-DYADICA Global Consulting and FEAR-NONE Gear Unleash the World Leading Fully AI-Driven Network-Quality Commercial-Movie—Redefining Brand Storytelling LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a historic …

Spotter Global announces Remote Drone ID (RDID™), its much-anticipated drone security solution, is now shipping.

Detecting and tracking drone threats isn’t enough. The RDID also provides the drone pilot location so security teams mitigate the threat quickly and legally. OREM, UT, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The rate of drone-related …

Global Data Systems Appoints Doug Pickle as President, Driving Strategic Growth

LAFAYETTE, LA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Data Systems (GDS), a leading managed service provider delivering enterprise-class technology solutions, today announced the promotion of Doug Pickle to President. In this …

Global Mobile Chipset Market Set to Skyrocket to USD 137.02 Billion by 2035 Amid Surge in 5G, AI, and IoT Adoption

The mobile chipset market is expanding rapidly, driven by 5G adoption, AI integration, and increasing demand for high-performance mobile devices. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The mobile chipset market is …

Jeffersonville, IN Tackles Aging Infrastructure and Data Gaps with OpenGov

JEFFERSONVILLE, IN, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After struggling with unreliable mapping and manual tracking methods, Jeffersonville, IN officials sought a modern solution to manage their public infrastructure more …

CloudQix Opens Platform to Security Community in Inaugural Security Hackathon

Ahead of their public launch, CloudQix opened its no-code software integration platform to the cybersecurity community with an inaugural Security Hackathon. BEL AIR, MD, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From May 17–19, participants …

mxHERO Unleashes the Power of AI with Mail2Cloud Advanced for Business Email Intelligence

Transforming business email into a structured, secure, and AI-ready data source optimized for GPT, MCP, REST APIs, and agentic automation at enterprise scale. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- mxHERO Inc., a …