Emerging Tech Africa: Recent Episodes
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Emerging Tech Africa spotlights people doing amazing things with emerging technologies. From artificial intelligence (AI) to the Internet of things (IoT) and, of course, blockchain technology.
The first flip phones were small and simple, but they felt like the future in our hands back then. Today, mobile technology has evolved so much that the flip phones of those days now seem ancient, but we might just be going back in time cause flip phones are back!
Explore the fascinating journey of 5G technology in this episode, where we break down its origins, the innovations that shaped its development, and how it's transforming the digital landscape. From the early days of mobile networks to the lightning-fast speeds of 5G, we dive deep into the technical advancements and the global impact of this next-generation network. Tune in to discover how 5G is not just changing the way we connect, but also revolutionizing industries and paving the way for the future.
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating journey of mobile apps, exploring how they have evolved from simple tools to essential parts of our daily lives. We highlight some of the groundbreaking apps that have revolutionized the way we interact with our phones, from communication and entertainment to productivity and beyond. Join us as we explore the milestones in app development, the innovations that have shaped the smartphone experience, and the impact these apps have had on our world.
Did you know that video calls were available as early as the 1970s?
Join us as we journey through the fascinating evolution of phones, from the bulky landlines of the past to the sleek smartphones of today. In this episode, we explore the technological milestones that have shaped how we communicate, the innovations that revolutionized mobile technology, and the cultural impact of the ever-evolving phone industry. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or just curious about how your phone became an essential part of your life, this episode offers a nostalgic yet insightful look at the devices that keep us connected.
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of CAPTCHA, exploring its origins and evolution over the years.
We break down how this crucial tool works to differentiate between human users and bots, ensuring the security and integrity of online interactions.
Join us as we uncover the history behind CAPTCHA and its ongoing role in the digital landscape.
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the fascinating world of electric vehicles (EVs). Discover how EVs work, the key components that power them, and why they are revolutionizing the automotive industry.
From the history of electric cars to the latest innovations, we break down complex concepts into simple, relatable explanations. Whether you're a car enthusiast or just curious about the future of transportation, this episode offers an entertaining and informative look at the inner workings of EVs.
Tune in for fun facts, expert insights, and a glimpse into what’s next for electric mobility!
On this episode we take a close look at what happens behind the scenes when you make bank transfers. We look at the major moves that brough about digital payments in Nigeria, and how this digital payment works. We also talk about fraud and how they make no sense
This is an introduction to the How Cool Tech Works podcast.
This podcast will dive into the fascinating world of technology, breaking down complex and simple concepts alike so that everyone can understand how they work.
Whether it's the intricacies of bullet trains, the mysteries of blockchain, or even the workings of ancient tech, we're here to make it all clear and exciting for you.
In this interview, Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Tether (USDT) explains what stablecoins are, how they work, and surviving the cryto space.
USDT is the world' largest stablecoin by marketcap. However, it has gone through a lot to stay on top. The lack regulation in the crypto space means anyone can take a stab at you with no regulator to come to your aid. But despite the ups and downs in the Ardoino belives Tether is a formidable company ready to take on what the crypto ecosystem throws at it.
Anyone can be a designer but standing out in Web3 goes beyond fancy fonts and colours. Clement Hugbo takes us through his design career and how he has built a name for himself in the Web3 design space.
The sound of a baby’s cry could save their lives and the co-founders of Ubenwa, who made this discovery, have built a technology to detect birth asphyxia using an infant’s cry. Is it truly possible? Find out.
On this episode, we talk about crypto scams and how they are done. Adedeji Owonibi, a crypto forensics expert joins us to explain in detail how scammers try to escape the hand of the law and a new blockchain protocol that could be a watershed moment for the entire crypto industry.
On this episode, we had a conversation with Nigerian robotics engineer — Kemisola Bolarinwa — and her invention — the Smart bra. She discussed the motivation for creating the tech and her hopes for the future.
She also talked about Nigeria's hardware space and why governments and investors need to pay more attention to the space.
On this episode of Emerging Tech Africa, I decided to reintroduce us to emerging technologies; what they are and why we need them. We look at how they’re popular from the fintech techs and eCommerce we’ve come to know as “tech” in Africa and why they’re just as important.
Its a preamble into the issues we’ll be highlighting on the Emerging Tech Africa Series. We will cover stories of great innovators ad Africa’s emerging/deep tech space.
Oluchi Enebeli went from battling poverty to becoming one of the most sought-after blockchain engineers in Nigeria. Her story unfolds in one of the most unusual ways tech stories are known to go. But despite the failures and setbacks, she took one decision that altered the story for good.
Iyobosa Rehoboth is the director of some of the biggest music videos in Nigeria. Except you’re not Nigerian or you’re living under a rock you have probably heard Falz’s This is Nigeria. It’s video which has over 20 million views on YouTube was directed by Rehoboth known professionally as Prodigeezy.
While you might still find Prodigeezy on the set of high-profile music videos or in the company of celebrities, he’s playing more with tech than a camera nowadays.
What is he doing? He’s bringing music to the blockchain by helping artistes connect with fans through NFTs. Prodigeezy doesn’t want to create just another NFT collection, he plans to bring the entire musical process to the virtual world and he’s starting with the Heads by Buju collection.
There's no doubt that technology moves faster than regulation. In the case of Web3, technology is miles ahead.
Interestingly, some regulators seem to be making efforts to catch up with the technology. In today's episode of People in Emerging Tech, we look at where regulation meets emerging technologies. Experts at the Techpoint Africa Blockchain Summit, discuss Nigeria's Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) rules and guidelines for all crypto and digital asset service providers and what it means for the space.
In this week’s edition of People in Emerging Tech, we follow Xend Finance CEO, Ugochukwu Aronu’s journey in discovering his passion for tech.
Aronu was all about getting rich, he went from an oil money hot pursuit to discovering that tech was the real goldmine.
Even though tech could get him all the money he wanted, money could not make him stick with tech. He found something far more desirable than wealth within the tech space, one thing that has made most tech entrepreneurs strive for greatness.
In this week's episode of People in Emerging Tech, we look at Tadii Tendayi's discovery of crypto and why he decided to help people with his expert crypto skills rather than use them for himself.
From providing daily incomes to people in Zimbabwe to paying tuition fees for school kids, Tendayi dreams of a future where blockchain gives inclusive finance to all Africans.
Venn Oputa is the Co-founder of NFT collection, Afrobubble. A collection inspired by the story of African female warrior Queen Amina. While Afrobubble is a means to promote African history on the blockchain, the real reason for it's creation runs deeper and Venn share's Afrobubble's exciting roadmap.
In this episode of People in Emerging Tech, we take a close look at the life of Njoku Emmanuel, Co-Founder and CEO of crypto startup, Lazerapy and his journey to becoming a highly sought after blockchain engineer at just 19 years old.
On this first episode of People in Emerging tech, we look into the journey of an expert crypto trader, from her first contact with Bitcoin to her losses with NFTs. We narrate how she went from crypto trading to crypto influencing and finally becoming an expert at marketing crypto projects. There’s more to crypto than trading, find out how Ademi has made a name for herself in the crypto space.