Continental dispatch
Tech
Digital services, infrastructure and technology companies shaping uses and markets across Africa.
37 stories
Page 2
Latest stories
“Mach 7 Without Gunpowder”: China’s Electromagnetic Cannon Could Rewrite the Rules of Modern Warfare
IN A NUTSHELL Chinese researchers develop a groundbreaking electromagnetic cannon capable of launching projectiles at Mach 7. The innovative design uses a cross-shaped architecture to…
“A Warship With No Crew”: The AIRCAT Bengal MC Can Fire Tomahawk Missiles on Its Own-and It’s About to Redefine Naval Power Forever
IN A NUTSHELL The AIRCAT Bengal MC redefines naval warfare with its advanced autonomous capabilities and strategic flexibility. Equipped with Tomahawk cruise missiles, it enhances…
“They’re Flinging Satellites Into Space”: SpinLaunch’s Giant Centrifuge Could End Rocket Launches-and Rewrite the Rules of Spaceflight
IN A NUTSHELL SpinLaunch is revolutionizing satellite deployment with its centrifugal launch system. The Meridian Space constellation aims to provide affordable, high-speed communication services. SpinLaunch’s…
“It’s a Warship With No Captain”: The AIRCAT Bengal MC Can Launch Tomahawks on Its Own-and It Just Changed Naval Warfare Forever
IN A NUTSHELL The AIRCAT Bengal MC is a cutting-edge autonomous naval vessel, transforming strategic capabilities in warfare. Equipped with Tomahawk cruise missiles and Naval…
“America’s Hypersonic Push Just Hit Mach 5”: Ursa Major’s $32.9M H13 Engines Power Stratolaunch’s Talon-A Into the Future of High-Speed Warfare
IN A NUTSHELL Ursa Major secures a $32.9 million contract for advanced H13 rocket engines. Talon-A serves as a crucial platform for military hypersonic testing.…
“Power You Can’t See”: Pratt & Whitney’s F135 Engine Turns the F-35 Into a Stealth Powerhouse
IN A NUTSHELL Pratt & Whitney’s F135 engine powers the F-35 with advanced propulsion technology. The engine’s low-observability feature enhances mission success by minimizing radar…
“They Built a Machine That Can Cut the Internet”: China’s Deep-Sea Cable Cutter Sparks Global Alarm Over Underwater Warfare and Security Risks
IN A NUTSHELL China’s new device can cut cables at unprecedented ocean depths. International concerns rise over its dual-use potential impacting global security. China’s advancements…
This New Grokipedia Battle Exposes Elon Musk’s Bold Plan to Crush Wikipedia and Rewrite Who Controls What You Read Online
IN A NUTSHELL Elon Musk launches Grokipedia to challenge Wikipedia after co-founder criticizes its biases. Larry Sanger claims Wikipedia’s editorial policies favor left-leaning sources, excluding…
The US Navy Reveals Autonomous Ships That Terrify Every Nation With Their Unstoppable Power And Potential Threat
IN A NUTSHELL Blue Water Autonomy partners with Conrad Shipyard to create autonomous naval vessels. Vessels have an impressive operational range of over 1,000 miles…
New AI Fighter Jet Terrifies Military Experts: This Unmanned War Machine Reveals Shocking Future Of Combat
IN A NUTSHELL Europe unveils the CA-1 Europa, an autonomous combat jet developed by German startup Helsing. The jet is designed for autonomous operation without…
Huawei at the Center of U.S.-China Tech Rivalry in Africa
A new round of tensions has erupted between the United States and China over Huawei’s growing influence in Africa’s telecommunications sector. China has criticized U.S.…
Huawei’s Surveillance Technology in Kenya: Effective or Risky?
After the deadly Nairobi attack nearly a year ago, officer David Mwangi, now 26 and on duty in the city, has relied on Chinese tech…
Agriculture, Technology, and Youth: The Pillars of Africa’s Future Job Growth
At the Ibrahim Governance Weekend in Abidjan, the discussion on migration, youth, and employment placed agriculture and technology at the heart of Africa’s future. The…
Facebook Launches Its First Content Review Hub in Sub-Saharan Africa
Facebook has announced the opening of its first Content Review Hub in Sub-Saharan Africa, located in Nairobi, Kenya. The new facility, developed in partnership with…
10 African Innovators Named as TEDGlobal 2017 Fellows
TED Returns to Tanzania with a New Generation of Visionaries Arusha, Tanzania – May 23, 2017 — This August, Arusha will once again become a…
.africa Launch Marks a Major Step Toward Digital Sovereignty for the Continent
The African Union (AU) has officially launched “.africa,” the continent’s own top-level domain (TLD), designed to promote Africa’s digital identity and presence on the global…
Mapping Hope: The App Empowering Global Volunteers
Smartphone use across Africa has grown rapidly, reaching 226 million users and expected to nearly triple by 2020. According to the GSMA, a British mobile…