Techspace Africa: The Podcast

Expert perspectives on the future of artificial intelligence, specifically for startups in 2025 . It covers  AI predictions across various industries, offering advice for founders on navigating this rapidly evolving landscape . Industry leaders discuss  emerging trends in AI infrastructure, applications, and business models , emphasizing the importance of  strategic focus, adaptation, and understa...

The article from Techspace Africa argues that Kenya's proposed cryptocurrency regulations are misguided.  The author contends  that the flourishing Kenyan crypto ecosystem, with 4 million users, is thriving without government intervention and that new regulations, likely influenced by the IMF, will stifle innovation and harm the economy.  The piece emphasizes  the importance of allowing organic gr...

A  Money Market Fund (MMF)  is a type of collective investment scheme designed to provide investors with a safe and liquid investment option. MMFs pool money from multiple investors and invest it in low-risk, short-term financial instruments such as treasury bills, government bonds, and commercial paper. These funds aim to offer stable returns while preserving the principal amount, making them an...

In this episode, we sit down with Derrick Gakuu to discuss the future of mobile payments. We delve into the innovative features of the Payless app, its unique value proposition, and how it's reshaping the financial landscape.

This audio overview from Notebook LM examines the complex relationship between digital payments, taxation, and economic growth in Kenya . The Kenyan government's efforts to increase tax revenue by leveraging the popularity of mobile money platforms like M-Pesa have sparked debate and raised concerns about potential unintended consequences. The overview will explore the rise of Lipa Na M-Pesa as a...

Apply for the hackathon here . Join us in this engaging episode as we sit down with Angie Jones, Global Vice President of Developer Relations at TBD, to explore the newly launched TBD Hackathon in partnership with the Africa Bitcoin Conference. We dive into the challenges facing Africa's payment systems and how TBD's open-source tbDEX protocol aims to revolutionize financial transactions a...

In this episode we dive into an on paper comparison of the latest smartphone releases - the Google Pixel 8 series, the Xiaomi 13T series, and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE. From Google’s AI-packed Pixel 8 and 8 Pro to Xiaomi’s high-performance 13T Pro and Samsung’s feature-rich Galaxy S23 FE, we’ll help you navigate the sea of choices in today’s smartphone market.

In this episode, I explore the allegations that Watu Africa, a leading asset financing company in Kenya, is stealing motorcycles from their customers. We hear from Watu Africa's country manager, Erick Massawe, who denies the allegations and claims that the company is being targeted by a smear campaign.

In this episode I give my first impressions on the newly launched OPPO Find N2 Flip, I compare it to the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and at the end talk about the state of 5G in Kenya at the moment. Enjoy the raw unedited version and tell me if you like this style. ps I was just lazy to edit

In this mini-podcast, I delve into the dangerous side of AI, including the risks of sentient AI and AI in the wrong hands. I also explore the importance of AI sandboxes as safe and controlled environments for testing and validating AI algorithms and models. Additionally, I share My first impressions of the S23 Ultra. Like and Subscribe!

In this mini-podcast, I talk about my struggle in social settings and how I got here. Let me know what you think!

In this episode I talk about Google’s unofficial demo of Bard, their new AI that will be taking on ChatGPT and Microsoft Bing, I also talk about how Twitter sucks since Elon Musk Took Over and then Go on to rant about Brands hiring celebrities to market their tech products and tech reviewers not making honest reviews!

Today I delve into the future of human labor, are we getting replaced by robots in the form of Artificial Intelligence? I talk about my favorite S23 device, the Galaxy Book series and I think foldable laptops are a gimmick????

In this short episode I talk about the best next gen console out right now, the games I am playing and some of the shows I am watching! Velma is great, go watch!

Today I give my two cents on the newly released Tecno Phantom X2 Pro, I flaunt the idea of reduced internet prices brought about by the introduction of starlink and I also turn into Greta at the end there. Hope you enjoy! Leave a comment, subscribe? Share!

Today we talk about what its like starting out as a Tech Content Creator in Africa. Its a fun rant. Hope you guys enjoy