SquirrelPR, Africa’s pioneer PR management software, has entered into a strategic partnership with Syncthesis Innovation Hub, a leading communications and ecosystem enabler, to accelerate the visibility, credibility, and growth of Web3 startups across Africa.

This collaboration is designed to empower Web3 startups with SquirrelPR’s innovative PR and media relations tools to boost visibility, while reinforcing Syncthesis’s role as a trusted ecosystem partner in storytelling and communications. Together, both organisations will deliver structured, affordable, and impactful PR support to startups navigating Africa’s rapidly evolving Web3 landscape.

The partnership will roll out a Web3 PR Accelerator where Syncthesis nominates select startups, and SquirrelPR provides significantly discounted access to its tools, alongside PR mentoring and hands-on guidance. In addition, the partnership will co-create thought leadership opportunities, including webinars, masterclasses, and media spotlight sessions that equip founders with essential communication strategies.

Speaking on the partnership, James Ezechukwu, Co-founder of SquirrelPR, said: “At SquirrelPR, our mission has always been to bridge the gap between innovation and visibility. African Web3 startups are building ground-breaking solutions, but too often they struggle to tell their stories to the world. This partnership with Syncthesis gives us the opportunity to ensure these startups not only build but are also heard, trusted, and celebrated. Together, we are creating an ecosystem where visibility becomes a growth catalyst.”

As part of the collaboration, the partners will also integrate PR Clinics at Web3 events, organise startup spotlights for media coverage, and co-sponsor initiatives that amplify startup voices in mainstream and niche platforms. Syncthesis Innovation Hub, leveraging its extensive startup network and reputation as an ecosystem connector, will ensure participating startups can access the resources needed to scale both reputationally and commercially.

Also commenting on the partnership, Boluwatife Ogunsina of Syncthesis Innovation Hub said, “Our work at Syncthesis is about enabling startups to thrive through better positioning and ecosystem connections. Partnering with SquirrelPR allows us to deliver even greater value by ensuring our startups are equipped with world-class PR tools and mentoring. This collaboration is not just about communications; it is about building trust, accelerating adoption, and amplifying Africa’s role in the global Web3 economy.”

This partnership is poised to transform how Web3 startups in Africa engage with media, investors, and the wider ecosystem, ensuring that innovation is matched with visibility, credibility, and growth opportunities.

About SquirrelPR

SquirrelPR is Africa’s first PR management software connecting organisations with credible newsrooms and journalists across the continent, the Middle East, and Europe. With tools for media relations, press release distribution, and coverage tracking, SquirrelPR empowers communication professionals, startups, and agencies to manage their PR campaigns with ease and efficiency.

About Syncthesis Marketing

Syncthesis Marketing is a communications and ecosystem-enabling company focused on empowering startups through storytelling, brand positioning, and strategic partnerships. With a deep network across Africa’s innovation landscape, Syncthesis helps startups and partners unlock visibility, credibility, and growth.

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Grok 4 now comes with Ani, a sultry, anime-styled AI that’s got users hooked.

Thigh-highs, bold lines, and zero shame—Ani doesn’t just talk, she appears to grab some attention too.

While critics panic and scribble think pieces, Grok is tearing up the app store charts.

Elon built what people actually want and wildly ahead of the curve.

Source: Bloomberg

Elon Musk revealed his name was inspired by the central character in Robert A. Heinlein’s science fiction novel “Stranger in a Strange Land”, Valentine Michael Smith, often referred to as “Mike” who was born on Mars to two of the first human explorers.

What’s interesting is how everything ties together:

A Martian concept central to the novel, “GROK” means to deeply and intuitively understand something or someone and Mike’s ability to grok allows him to connect with others on a profound level, often challenging human notions of individuality and separation.

As the sole survivor of the first human mission to Mars, Mike is brought back to Earth as an adult.

Mike is curious, innocent, and deeply empathetic, but also profoundly alien in his thinking.

His Martian perspective leads him to question human customs, emotions, and societal structures.

Mike evolves from a naive, alien-like figure to a charismatic leader who seeks to bridge Martian and human philosophies.

Valentine Michael Smith is one of science fiction’s most iconic characters, representing the ultimate outsider.

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Elon Musk has announced plans to use an advanced AI model, named Grok 3.5 or possibly Grok 4, to revise and correct the global corpus of human knowledge.

This initiative according to him aims to address errors and fill informational gaps, following concerns over the accuracy of previous AI versions, including Grok, which Musk criticized for relying on potentially biased sources like Media Matters and Rolling Stone.

The project raises questions about AI’s role in defining truth and the potential for bias correction or introduction.

Elon Musk is a billionaire entrepreneur, inventor, and CEO of several high-profile companies, including Tesla (electric vehicles), SpaceX (aerospace and space exploration), Neuralink (neurotechnology), and The Boring Company (infrastructure and tunnel construction).

Born in 1971 in Pretoria, South Africa, he holds citizenship in the U.S., Canada, and South Africa.

Musk is known for his ambitious goals, like colonizing Mars, advancing AI, and revolutionizing transportation with projects like the Hyperloop.

He’s also a polarizing figure due to his outspoken views on X, where he’s one of the most followed accounts, often sharing thoughts on technology, politics, and culture.

His net worth fluctuates but has often exceeded $200 billion, making him one of the world’s richest individuals.

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If you own a Samsung phone or tablet and have been waiting for the One UI 7 update based on Android 15, there’s good news for you.

Samsung has officially released a list of additional smartphones that will receive the latest software update andit goes back to 202 , alongside the already confirmed models, including the Galaxy S24 series, S23 series, Galaxy Z Fold 6, Z Fold 5, Z Flip 6, and Z Flip 5, the Samsung Tab S10 series and Tab S9 series.

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The smartphones that will be updated to One UI 7, based on an official newsroom release by Samsun;

Galaxy S phones

Galaxy S24, S24+ and S24 Ultra
Galaxy S24 FE
Galaxy S23, S23+ and S23 Ultra
Galaxy S23 FE
Galaxy S22, S22+ and S22 Ultra
Galaxy S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra
Galaxy S21 FE

Galaxy Z foldables

Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6
Galaxy Z Fold5 and Z Flip5
Galaxy Z Fold4 and Z Flip4
Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3

Galaxy Tab slates

Galaxy Tab S10+ and Tab S10 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S9, Tab S9+ and Tab S9 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Tab S9 FE+
Galaxy Tab S8, Tab S8+ and Tab S8 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) and Tab S6 Lite (2022)

What new features are coming with One UI 7?

One UI 7 is already running on the Galaxy S25 series, released earlier this year, and it brings several changes. This includes the new Now bar, which provides real-time updates directly on the lock screen. For instance, you can check what song is playing on your Galaxy Buds or track your morning run progress, all without unlocking your phone.

Additionally, One UI 7 introduces new AI-powered features. AI Select can recommend actions based on the context of your device usage. Then, there’s Writing Assist, which allows users to seamlessly summarise text and more. Drawing Assist helps create imagery, caricatures, or illustrations using simple text-based prompts, images, or sketches.

The update also includes Audio Eraser, a feature first introduced with the Pixel 8 series, which lets you remove unwanted sounds and noise from your videos. Of course, One UI 7 comes with Google Gemini built-in, enabling a range of extra capabilities.

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