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MIT Technology Review Narrated

MIT Technology Review

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Welcome to MIT Technology Review Narrated, the home for the very best of our journalism in audio. Each week we will share one of our most ambitious stories, from print and online, narrated for us by real voice actors. Expect big themes, thought-provoking topics, and sharp analysis, all backed by our trusted reporting.
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Business Lab

MIT Technology Review Insights

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The Business Lab is a sponsored podcast produced by Insights, the custom content division of MIT Technology Review. The Business Lab podcast features a 30-minute conversation with either an executive from the sponsor partner or a technologist with expertise in a relevant technology area. The discussion focuses on technology topics that matter to today’s enterprise decision-makers. Laurel Ruma, MIT Technology Review’s custom content director for the United States, is the host.
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TechTrends podcast is an African tech podcast that tracks and reports on technology trends including startups and business news from across Africa. The podcast is hosted by Kenyan tech journalist Nixon Kanali, who is also the founder and Tech Editor for TechTrends Media Limited. Get in touch with us. Send your voice recordings to [email protected] with suggestions for topics or guests for a chance to appear on the show.
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The Extortion Economy

MIT Technology Review & ProPublica

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Ransomware is proliferating across the country, disabling computer systems and harming critical infrastructure — hospitals, city governments, schools, even an oil pipeline. The technology that enables ransomware may be new, but extortion and ransom are not. So why is this happening now? And can it be stopped? In this 5-part series from MIT Technology Review and ProPublica we look at the money, people and technology behind the explosion of ransomware that is delivering hundreds of millions of ...
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Three Big Points

MIT Sloan Management Review

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MIT SMR's Three Big Points is the podcast you need to stay at the top of your game as a business leader. In each episode you’ll get one new idea from the world’s leading academics, researchers, and executives delivered with three takeaways to help you put it to use in your organization.
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Spectrum

WOUB Public Media

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Spectrum features conversations with an eclectic group of fascinating people, some are famous and some are not, but they all have captivating stories.
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Minds Worth Meeting

Stern Strategy Group

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Minds Worth Meeting is a timely discussion forum hosted by the speakers agency and public relations experts at Stern Strategy Group. Bringing together the world’s top thought leaders; from business leaders to technology analysts, academics, and researchers, Minds Worth Meeting features accessible, down-to-earth conversations about some of the most important topics of the day with the experts and leaders who are the top authorities in their fields. Stern Strategy Group’s Speakers & Advisors t ...
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In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, Nixon Kanali speaks with Veerakumar Natarajan, Regional Manager - East Africa at Zoho Corporation, about how cloud technology is enabling businesses in Kenya to grow sustainably and embrace digital transformation. Topics covered: Cloud adoption trends in Kenya Zoho’s role in supporting SMEs Challenges and …
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Rfr072.1 - Auf nen Kaffee 2025/24 Willkommen zu einer Minorfolge. Sandra und Daniel testen ein neues Format und sind auf das Hörer-Feedback gespannt. Beide treffen sich auf einen Kaffee und gehen ihren Ramsch aus der Woche durch. Hörerfeedback zu den alten Folgen gab es auch und ein bisschen Konsum darf am Ende auch nicht fehlen. Links Mozilla schl…
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Nach einiger Zeit ist nun endlich die aktuelle Folge verfügbar. Bei Daniel stand ein (erfolgreiches) Release an, und es fehlte an Zeit, die Folge in der gewohnten Qualität zu produzieren. Daher gibt es diesmal keine Kapitelmarken und die Folge liegt eher in einer Rohfassung vor. Nach drei Anläufen schaffen es beide, die Folge aufzunehmen 🙈. Bei den…
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In the U.S., two-thirds of the country’s 150,000 convenience stores are run by independent operators. Mom-and-pop shops, powered by personal relationships and local knowledge, are the backbone of the convenience sector. These neighborhood operators have long lacked the resources needed to compete with larger chains when it comes to technology, oper…
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In this episode of the TechTrends Podcast, we’re joined by Sam Odhiambo, Head of Consumer Electronics Business at Samsung Electronics East Africa, to break down the truth behind QLED technology.#QLED #SamsungQLED #NEOQLED #Samsung #SamsungTVs #SamOdhiambo Follow us on all our socials Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/@TechTrendsKE​​⁠⁠⁠…
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In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we dive into one of the most pressing issues of our digital age - should social media be regulated, and if so, how? Join us as we explore the potential impact of social media regulation on free speech. We also discuss global trends, local implications in Kenya and what a balanced approach to governance mig…
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Alle IT-Zeichen standen schlecht, aber beide haben es geschafft, eine Aufnahme zu machen. Bei den Hausmitteilungen erzählt Daniel von seinem Einstieg in das Siebträger-Game, obwohl Sandra davor gewarnt hatte. Sandra versucht dagegen, den Papierkonsum weiter zu reduzieren. In Daniels Lieblingskategorie gibt es Kartoffel-Kürbis-Rösti mit Zucchini. Be…
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In this short episode, we dive deep into the Epson EcoTank L6550, a high-performance all-in-one printer built for businesses and busy print environments. We’re joined by Ernest Mwadime, a print shop owner, who shares his real-world experience using the L6550 in his day-to-day operations. From print quality and speed to ink efficiency and running co…
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How is AI transforming productivity for employees in Kenya? In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we discuss this ahead of the TechTrends Pulse forum to explore real-world AI use cases in the workplace. From smarter workflows to empowered teams, discover how AI is helping Kenyan businesses work faster, better, and more efficiently. Powered by …
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In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we sit down with Vinod Goel, East Africa Regional CEO of Jumia, Africa’s leading e-commerce platform, to explore the current landscape of online retail across the continent. From rising mobile money adoption to last-mile delivery challenges, we dive deep into what’s driving e-commerce growth, the hurdles s…
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In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we unpack the surprising news of Kenyan BNPL startup Lipa Later going into administration. What led to the collapse of one of Africa’s most recognizable credit startups? And what does this mean for the broader fintech and digital lending ecosystem across the continent? We explore the implications for inves…
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In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we sit down with William Kamore, Senior Trainer & Content Manager at LG Electronics Eastern Africa to explore how LG is shaping the future of consumer electronics in Kenya. From cutting-edge innovations in smart home technology to sustainability initiatives and customer-focused solutions, we discuss how LG…
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In this episode of theTechTrends Podcast, we dive into the evolving landscape of mobile money in Kenya, with a focus on the growing competition between Airtel Money and M-PESA. As digital payments become the backbone of financial transactions, we analyze how these two giants are shaping the future of mobile banking, their market strategies, user ad…
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Rfr070 - Kommissar Parsick am Apparat Willkommen im Jahr 2025. Bei den Hausmitteilungen gibt es wieder ein paar Neuigkeiten. Beide haben wieder am Setup geschraubt. Daniel hat sich eine neue Tastatur geholt und seine Suchmaschine geändert. Sandra löst ihre Soundprobleme ohne Kernel-Neukompilierung. Beim Family-IT-Support haben beide eine Hörer-Gesc…
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In this episode, we sit down with Ferdinand Wambua from dLocal to explore how the company revolutionises cross-border transactions. Ferdinand is the Regional Manager for East Africa at dLocal.Tune in to learn about the future of digital payments, compliance strategies, and the evolving landscape of international e-commerce.This episode was recorded…
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Startups in Latvia and other nearby countries see the mobilization of Ukraine as a warning and as inspiration. They are now changing consumer products—from scooters to recreational drones—for use on the battlefield. This story was written by Peter Guest and narrated by Noa - newsoveraudio.com.By MIT Technology Review
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In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we explore the ongoing funding crisis affecting African startups. With venture capital funding on the decline and major players like the Mastercard Foundation pulling back, what does this mean for the future of innovation on the continent? We explore the impact of reduced investments, compare funding figur…
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At its best, AI search can better infer a user’s intent, amplify quality content, and synthesize information from diverse sources. But if AI search becomes our primary portal to the web, it threatens to disrupt an already precarious digital economy. Today, the production of content online depends on a fragile set of incentives tied to virtual foot …
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Join us on The TechTrends Podcast as we sit down with Samsung’s Ryan Mule for an exclusive deep dive into AI—the Samsung way. In this episode, Ryan breaks down common AI myths, separates hype from reality, and shares insights into Samsung’s vision for the future of AI. Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/@TechTrendsKE​​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠…
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In this exciting episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we sit down with Andrew Fassnidge, the Founder & Director of Africa Tech Summit.Andrew takes us behind the scenes of the Summit’s incredible journey to becoming one of Africa’s premier tech events. He also shares insights into the continent’s thriving startup ecosystem and what the future holds fo…
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In this episode of the TechTrends Podcast, we speak to Victor Alade, Co-Founder & CEO at Raenest to explore how the Nigerian fintech startup is revolutionizing cross-border payments for African freelancers, remote workers, and businesses. Victor shares insights on the challenges of global transactions, how Raenest enables seamless multi-currency ba…
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In this episode of TechTrends Podcast, I sit down with Sharon Tum, the Senior Regional Manager- EA at Yellow Card, to explore the future of digital assets adoption in Africa. Sharon shares insights on the evolving cryptocurrency landscape, the role of regulation, and how platforms like Yellow Card are driving financial inclusion across the continen…
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In this episode, Nixon Kanali sits down with Ed Aitken from dLocal to explore how the company is revolutionizing cross-border transactions. Ed shares insights on the challenges businesses face when expanding into emerging markets and how dLocal’s innovative payment solutions enable seamless, secure, and efficient global transactions. Tune in to lea…
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Tech companies have been funneling billions of dollars into quantum computers for years. The hope is that they’ll be a game changer for fields as diverse as finance, drug discovery, and logistics. Those expectations have been especially high in physics and chemistry, where the weird effects of quantum mechanics come into play. In theory, this is wh…
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Welcome to The TechTrends Podcast, where we break down the biggest issues shaping Africa’s business and tech landscape. In today’s episode, we’re diving into a growing crisis—the impact of U.S. foreign aid [USAID] funding bans on African startups. With billions in aid at stake, many health-tech startups that once relied on grants and partnerships a…
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In this episode, we’re talking about DeepSeek—the Chinese AI powerhouse that’s taking the industry by storm. From mind-blowing capabilities to its potential to rival Western AI giants, DeepSeek has the world buzzing. Is this the future of AI as we know it? Or is there more to the story? Stay tuned as we break it all down, uncover the hype, and expl…
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More than 60 companies now produce organs on chips commercially, focusing on five major organs: liver, kidney, lung, intestines, and brain. They’re already being used to understand diseases, discover and test new drugs, and explore personalized approaches to treatment. Could this be the end of animal testing? This story was written by Harriet Brown…
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Could the U.S. TikTok ban influence allied nations and Africa? Newly-elected U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order granting TikTok a 75-day extension to comply with a law mandating its sale to avoid a ban. The platform briefly went offline in the U.S. shortly before Trump took office, following a Supreme Court ruling that upheld the…
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Few could predict the speed with which generative AI evolved in 2024, surprising even top global experts. Could we see similar explosive capability growth in 2025? On this bonus New Year episode of Minds Worth Meeting, Justin Louis sits down with Mark Esposito, a faculty associate at Harvard’s Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society and direc…
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Alim Ladha is the founder and CEO of Instill Education, a pioneering venture that aims to transform teacher development across Africa. Inspired by his experience as a McKinsey consultant focused on education systems, Alim recognised the critical need for high-quality, scalable teacher training to improve educational outcomes on the continent.In thi…
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The Kenya Communication Authority (CA) has proposed a substantial increase in licensing fees for satellite internet service providers (ISPs) such as Starlink as it seeks to review the Satellite Landing Rights (SLR) licence it requires for satellite ISPs to obtain to operate in the country. Under the new proposal, the cost of a 15-year operating lic…
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Willkommen zur letzten Folge aus dem Jahr 2024. Die Hausmitteilungen sind gespickt mit Toolwechseln. Beide haben am Podcast-Setup geschraubt, und Sandra hat den Jahreswechsel genutzt, um wieder Distro-Hopping zu betreiben. Sandra wurde zum Thema Softwarewartung interviewt, und es gibt einen Nachtrag zum Thema Organic Map. In Daniels Lieblingskatego…
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Our topic today is digital transformation, from back office operations to infrastructure in the field like oil rigs, companies continue to look for ways to increase profit, meet sustainability goals, and invest in the latest and greatest technology. Two words for you: enabling innovation. My guest is Luis Niño, who is the digital manager of technol…
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