Request for expression of interest (RFEI) from African Governments

LONDON, April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Boom Technologies Ltd. (“Boom”) proudly announces PHOTON, an ambitious pan-African initiative to establish decentralised, gigawatt-scale AI data centres across the continent. PHOTON marks the dawn of Africa’s golden age in Generative Artificial Intelligence, data sovereignty and technological empowerment.

PHOTON’s mission is to democratise access to state-of-the-art AI infrastructure, enabling African businesses, startups, researchers, financial, medical and academic institutions to benefit from “African Intelligence” – AI that embodies Africa’s history, values and languages.

PHOTON will drive innovation, create millions of jobs, and establish Africa as a leader in Generative AI.

As part of this visionary effort, Boom is inviting African governments to submit a Request for Expression of Interest (RFEI) to host PHOTON’s initial seven AI data centres. To be considered, countries must acquire their Sovereign Reserve Allocation of Boomcoin (BMC), the pan-African digital currency enabling instant worldwide cross-border transactions in local African currencies, offer compelling investment incentives, and ensure reliable, uninterrupted power supply.

“Photon ushers in Africa’s AI Sovereignty, empowering it with the capacity to design, develop, host and deploy AI systems that reflect and advance the continent’s own narratives, values, and interests,”said Peter Alfred-Adekeye, Founder of Boom Technologies and PHOTON. “We envision an Africa not confined to low-level tasks like training AI models for $2 an hour, but leading the global AI revolution with innovative solutions that are inclusive and deeply rooted in our rich African identity and culture.”

Powered by open-source technologies, energy-efficient designs, and cutting-edge hardware, PHOTON will offer ultra-low-cost API access, payable in local currencies or BMC, creating an inclusive, currency-agnostic digital economy for Africa.

Request for Expression of Interest (RFEI)

Boom is seeking seven African nations to host PHOTON’s first set of AI data centres. Eligible countries must:

Have acquire their Sovereign Reserve Allocation of BMCOffer compelling incentives for investment and developmentEnsure stable, uninterrupted power for gigawatt-scale operations

“We’re excited to collaborate with forward-thinking governments committed to Africa’s AI-driven future,” added Alfred-Adekeye.

About Boom

Boom is the global online commerce, payment, and settlement system for cash. It enables the world to spend, save and receive cash online, without banking. Prior to Boom, the only way to transact online was through the banking system, which excluded billions of adults and businesses in cash-based economies such as Africa.

To learn more, please visit www.boom.market

About PHOTON

PHOTON is a pan-African initiative to establish decentralised, gigawatt-scale AI data centres across the continent.

To learn more, please visit https://pan-african.ai 

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Linq, the world’s leading mobile CRM and lead capture platform, launched today an integration with marketing service HighLevel in response to intense customer demand for Linq’s groundbreaking new iMessaging feature, Linq Blue.

Linq fast-tracked the integration as industries popular with HighLevel’s white-labeled platform booked reservations weeks in advance for Linq Blue, which enables iMessage conversations sent directly from leading CRMs.

“This is unprecedented for us. Customers are paying sight unseen because they know how game-changing this integration will be,” said Elliott Potter, co-founder and CEO of Linq. “It’s not just a feature, it’s a seismic shift. Blue’s value is undeniable, and HighLevel’s reach makes this a perfect storm for massive adoption.”

Linq Blue is the latest achievement for the Birmingham, Alabama-based lead-capture software company. Conversations with blue-bubble iMessages have an industry average 60% response rate versus the 24% response rate for standard green SMS texts. Linq Blue allows customers to convey the trust of a personal device while keeping professional contacts separately on the Linq platform.

Users can participate in group messages, send high-quality attachments, and view typing indicators and notification status, just like any iPhone.

Combined with Linq’s robust products and features — digital business cards, automated follow-up messages, AI contact scanning, tagging, enrichment, and more — Linq Blue makes Linq the most powerful lead-management tool in its class.

Now, users can bring that same functionality to their white-labeled properties using HighLevel.

“Customers have been banging down our door for this integration,” said Patrick Sullivan, co-founder and CTO of Linq. “I’m excited to see them put it to work and start closing more deals.”

For more information about Linq Blue, or to schedule a consultation, visit https://linqapp.com/s/linq-blue.

About Linq

Linq is the world’s leading mobile-first CRM and lead capture platform. Founded in Birmingham, Alabama, Linq transforms how salespeople interact with legacy CRMs to capture leads, nurture relationships, and turn more contacts into closed deals.

With seamless integrations with top CRM platforms like Salesforce and HubSpot, Linq offers an easy-to-use mobile interface that enables sales teams to work effectively from anywhere.

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contact@linqapp.com 

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REDWOOD CITY, Calif., April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Honoring school districts and the educators who work tirelessly to ensure every student has the opportunity to learn every day, attendance improvement solution provider EveryDay Labs is now accepting nominations for their first annual Attendance Innovation Awards. Celebrating the educators who champion student success through improved attendance, this award is the premier opportunity to highlight the hard work done to improve attendance and showcase innovative strategies to others across the nation. 

School districts and the students they serve could win big with: 

Grand Prize: Win $2,000 for attendance incentives & a $5,000 scholarship for a graduating senior Three Runner Up Prizes: Win $1,000 for attendance incentivesRecognition as a finalist in a special blog post and live panel webinar

Nomination & Announcement Timeline

Submit an online application by May 15 to nominate your district (or another district)Community Voting begins May 19, with promotional materials provided to nominees to leverage on their social media channels to garner votes  Award Winners Announced June 24 via blog post, social media, press release, email, with promotional materials provided for winners to celebrate on social media Live Webinar August 14 celebrating award winners as they share their innovations

Nominations are now open! Visit our website to enter and view the full rules and regulations. 

About EveryDay Labs 

EveryDay Labs unites behavioral science, data science, and family engagement strategies to reduce chronic absenteeism while equipping educators with a game plan to optimize attendance work districtwide. To date, we have prevented over 2.5 million absences, increasing instructional time for students by over 972 million minutes. The company earned the coveted “Strong Evidence” rating from Evidence for ESSA out of the Center for Research and Reform in Education (CRRE) at Johns Hopkins University School of Education. Learn more at www.everydaylabs.com.

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