Who is Harsha Sai? Meet India’s MrBeast - Rest of World
Mar 21, 2023 · Harsha Sai is a popular Telugu-language YouTuber who performs generous acts of charity and gives away cash and gifts to his fans. He has over 20 million subscribers and is often compared to MrBeast, the American creator who pioneered the genre of stunt philanthropy.
Nigeria’s filmmakers turn to YouTube for distribution - Rest of World
Dec 11, 2023 · Learn how YouTube has become a popular and profitable platform for Nigerian filmmakers to distribute their movies and fight piracy. Find out how they earn money, target global audiences, and compete with international platforms like Netflix and Showmax.
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Oct 24, 2024 · Rest of World is a media outlet that covers the intersection of technology, economy, and society in emerging markets. Read about TikTok influencers, Philippine chipmakers, Brazilian vapes, and more.
These vending machines sell internet access five minutes at a time
Jan 17, 2022 · Pisonets are coin-operated devices that provide internet access for five minutes at a time. They are popular in low-income areas where phone signal is poor and data plans are expensive. Learn about their history, challenges and impact in the Philippines.
These volunteers taught Google Translate to read Sorani Kurdish
May 15, 2023 · A community of volunteers led by Bokan Jaff worked with Google engineers to add Sorani Kurdish, a language with few speakers and resources, to its translation platform. Learn how they overcame the challenges of a non-Latin script and a suppressed language in Iran.
China’s favorite resale app is a youth subculture hot spot
Oct 13, 2023 · Xianyu is an e-commerce platform developed by Alibaba that allows users to buy and sell secondhand products, from Pokémon cards to Olympic medals. It also features a social feed where users can share their collections, stories, and interests, creating a space for various subcultures and communities.
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Rest of World is a media outlet that covers the tech industry and culture in regions outside the US and Europe. Read stories about AI, EVs, social media, startups, and more from India, China, Africa, and beyond.
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Rest of World is a publication that covers people's experiences with technology in places typically overlooked and underestimated. It produces local, data-driven, and immersive stories that challenge stereotypes and hold the powerful accountable.
Zoho is the Google Workspace alternative African tech companies …
Apr 22, 2024 · Zoho is a software company that offers cheaper alternatives to Google and Microsoft products, especially for African tech startups. It has expanded its operations and payment options in Africa, but faces challenges in branding and developer support.
Crunchyroll is trying to turn India into a nation of anime lovers
Aug 15, 2024 · Ashwath Nair’s obsession with anime started in the early ’90s, when the anime show Robotech first aired on an Indian television channel. Over the years, he fell in love with the diverse genres, complex storylines, cinematography, and the unique art style of anime.