Innovation
Innovation strategy, R&D, breakthrough technologies. Vague catch-all — editor should refine post-import.
Ethio Telecom Launches 5G and New Regional Office in Bale Robe
Ethio telecom rolls out 5G in Bale Robe and Assela, inaugurates new South South-East office, boosting digital infrastructure and local development in Ethiopia.
SEE Holding Unveils The Sustainable City 2.0 at AIM Congress 2025
SEE Holding reveals The Sustainable City 2.0 at AIM Congress 2025, an AI-driven, net-zero, human-centric city model focusing on sustainab
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AI & ML
Hawk Raises $56M Series C to Advance AI-Powered AML and Fraud Detection
AI-first anti-financial crime firm Hawk secures $56M to scale product innovation and US expansion, helping banks detect more crime and cu
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Anecdotes Secures $55 Million in Series B Funding to Transform Enterprise GRC
Anecdotes raises an additional $30 million in Series B funding, bringing total funding to $55 million, to expand its AI-powered Governanc
1337 Ventures Becomes Malaysia’s First Microsoft for Startups Champion Network
1337 Ventures has partnered with Microsoft to empower Malaysia’s startups with essential tools, mentorship, and funding opportunities, la
The Power of Words: How the Right Messaging Can Shape Your Business Success
Words matter—now more than ever. The right words define businesses, inspire teams, and connect with customers. But bold claims must be grounded in truth.
Bank of America Expands AI to Transform Client & Employee Experiences
Bank of America leverages AI across business lines to boost productivity, improve client service, and drive innovation—with over 2.5B int
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Haball Secures US$52 Million to Expand Supply Chain Financing Across Pakistan and GCC
Haball raises US$52M to drive supply chain financing in Pakistan and expand into the GCC, addressing SMEs' financial gaps with shariah-co
SigIQ.ai’s AI Tutor Breaks Records, Aims to Democratize Elite Education
Berkeley startup SigIQ.ai emerges from stealth with $9.5M funding after its AI tutor aces India’s toughest exam.
Mozambique Launches Drone Project to Boost Disaster Preparedness
The African Development Bank, Mozambique, and Korea’s Busan Technopark launch a drone-based initiative to improve disaster monitoring and response, aiming to strengthen climate resilience
Forcepoint Acquires Getvisibility to Strengthen AI-Powered Data Security
Forcepoint completed its acquisition of Getvisibility, enhancing its Data Security Everywhere platform with AI-powered DSPM and DDR capabilities for real-time risk management across hybri
HighFive and University of Salford Launch AI-Driven Claims Handling Solution
HighFive, in collaboration with the University of Salford, has launched ELI, an AI-powered claims handling system trained by HF’s legal experts.
Blockchain
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ClearBank Expands Partnership with Kraken for UK & EU Digital Asset Clearing
ClearBank partners with Kraken to provide GBP and EUR clearing services, enhancing real-time fiat on/off ramps for UK and EU clients.
Saudi CEOs Lead in AI Adoption and Growth Optimism for 2025
CEOs in Saudi Arabia are highly optimistic about revenue growth, surpassing global averages.
Fidelity Raises €110M for LOGICs Fund to Drive Sustainable Real Estate
Fidelity International secures €110M for its LOGICs fund, reaching €620M in deployable assets to support net-zero carbon logistics properties in Europe.
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Blockchain
Calastone Launches Tokenised Distribution for Seamless Blockchain Integration
Calastone introduces Tokenised Distribution, allowing asset managers to tokenise funds and distribute them across blockchain networks, unlocking new investor channels without disrupting e
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