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Nigeria’s revered traditional ruler, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, expands his legacy of youth empowerment with a tech bootcamp…

As digital economy expands, so too do the risks that come with hyper-connectivity. Cybersecurity firms in Nigeria are not only…

Nigerian-owned artificial intelligence startup, GMind AI, is fast emerging as one of the world’s most dynamic education technology platforms, redefining…

Apple is in talks to integrate advanced AI models from OpenAI and Anthropic into future versions of Siri, signaling that…

In a strategic move to address growing concerns over child safety and creator well-being, TikTok has rolled out a suite…

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has launched a pilot artificial intelligence (AI)-powered company registration portal designed to simplify the registration…

Nigeria’s Anambra State has developed SmartGov Suite, an AI-powered platform built by local tech experts to streamline government operations and…

In the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence, a new experiment from Anthropic has given AI enthusiasts plenty to chew on…

Ajoke Emekene, a fintech infrastructure and compliance specialist, has revealed that even industry giants like Meta have blind spots in…

In a boost to Nigeria’s travel-tech ecosystem, Esosa, an AI-powered travel arrangements company headquartered in Ikeja, Lagos, has been named…

The 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) Programme, an initiative of the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, has…

Long viewed as a quiet regulatory body operating behind the scenes, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has recently emerged as…

Whether you’re browsing TikTok, scrolling Instagram, or watching YouTube, there’s an invisible force deciding what appears on your screen. It’s…

What might have appeared as just another policy meeting became a moment of transformation as the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)…

Coscharis Technologies Limited, founded in 1993 as the ICT arm of the diversified Coscharis Group, is rapidly transforming from a…

The National Biosafety Agency has announced its plans to integrate advanced digital tools such as QR codes, blockchain technology, and…

As Nigeria’s SME sector continues to struggle with manual operations and fragmented tools, Paga Group, a leading African financial technology…

Artificial intelligence may not have eyes, but it’s already reading more books than any human ever could. Yet the real…

In a landmark ruling with wide-reaching implications for the generative AI industry, Judge William Alsup of the U.S. District Court…

The Lagos State Government has launched the HaemoCentral Blood Inventory Management System (BIMS), alongside an official website for the Lagos…

After a seven-month pause, Starlink, the satellite internet service from Elon Musk’s SpaceX, has officially resumed sign-ups in Nairobi and…

In Nigeria’s fast-moving digital economy, many fintech startups chase scale through transactions. But Cardtonic, originally known for gift card trading,…

The U.S. House of Representatives has issued a ban on the use of WhatsApp across all government-issued staff devices, citing…

In a country where many tech enthusiasts build their dreams on underpowered laptops and limited resources, Cardtonic’s Upskill Initiative has…

Following the U.S. House of Representatives’ decision to ban WhatsApp from government-issued devices, citing data transparency and security concerns, a…

The recent public dinner between Bill Gates and Linus Torvalds was more than a photo opportunity—it was a quiet symbol…

For decades, they shaped the foundation of modern computing—one through proprietary software, the other through open-source ideals. Yet until now,…

The London Internet Exchange (LINX), a leading Internet Exchange Point (IXP) operator based in the UK, has announced a strategic…

As competition in the artificial intelligence industry intensifies, two of the world’s most valuable companies – Meta and Apple, have…

From content writing to client communication, research, and project automation, AI tools are now helping freelancers and digital specialists scale…

The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) has launched a new payment infrastructure called the National Payment Stack (NPS). The unveiling,…

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has formalised an agreement with a Japanese…

Lebara Nigeria has officially announced the launch of its 0724 number series. The move, according to the company, is accompanied…

Across Africa, agritech startups are redefining the way food is grown, moved, and monetised. Digital platforms are now connecting farmers…

The Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy has partnered with Meta to launch the Liama Impact Accelerator,…

Getting accepted into a top tech acceleration programme can unlock funding, mentorship, market access, and invaluable visibility. Acceleration programmes have…

OpenAI has launched free AI image creation on WhatsApp. The update allows users to generate images directly from their chats…

The Lagos State Assembly has summoned ride-hailing giants Uber, Bolt, and inDrive to address pressing issues affecting the sector. According…

As artificial intelligence continues to shape the future of global industry and innovation, few names have risen as impactfully as…

The AWS re:Inforce 2025 event is perhaps the biggest cybersecurity event for the year, and is expected to be a…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced a new partnership with the Association for Progressive Communications (APC) and other stakeholders…

A youth-led California-based artificial intelligence company, Scale AI, has confirmed closing a new investment deal from Mark Zuckerberg-led company, Meta…

A widespread Google outage occurred late Thursday, affecting Google’s main services, including Spotify, Snapchat, Gmail, Google Drive, YouTube, and others.…

A leading African Pay-TV operator, Multichoice Group, has reported a significant decline in revenue from its Nigerian operations. According to…

On Tuesday afternoon, millions of around the globe experienced the ChatGPT outage, that lasted for hours. The disruption left thousands…

A Poland-based sports technology startup, ReSpo.Vision, has secured €4.2 million, approximately US$4.5 million, in its latest fundraising round. The fund…

Mexico’s antitrust watchdog, COFECE, is ruling on whether Google has built an illegal monopoly in digital advertising in the country.…

African cross-border payments platform, Chipper Cash, is the latest in a string of tech companies to announce layoffs, citing financial…

If you are among those who haven’t quite figured out their ideal career path, fret not. Many of us don’t…

Hon. (Dr.) Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Nigeria’s incumbent and youngest Minister of Interior, is a distinguished ICT professional and infrastructural development expert…

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, certain trailblazers emerge, reshaping industries and inspiring generations to come.  Juliet Ehimuan, a remarkable…

Want to know about top digital skills for undergraduates in Nigeria? You probably have witnessed firsthand the struggles of university…

SPEECH BY HONOURABLE (DR.) OLUBUNMI TUNJI-OJO, MINISTER OF INTERIOR ON “HARNESSING TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION: A STRATEGIC SOLUTION TO INSECURITY”, AT THE…

Are you looking to enhance your power supply while reducing your reliance on traditional petrol? Converting your petrol generator to…

Renowned social commentator Reno Omokri has ignited a debate on the relevance of traditional university degrees in today’s rapidly evolving…

This is one of our stories in the People Spotlight Series (PSS) of distinguished personalities across the globe that are…

Getting into the cybersecurity industry can be a life-changing story for anyone, but the process of entering the space can…

A Nigerian-led tech agency, Cybergate Technologies, has announced launching an academy arm of its organization to train future cybersecurity professionals…

The Africans may have lesser buying power but overall size of buyers is high enough to sustain industries. Afro-India trade…

In an era marked by technological advancements and the interconnectedness of the global community, the unfolding events of a military…

Nigerian property management consultant, Frank Okosun, has said the office market is seeing a steady recovery after a seeming collapse…

A maritime fintech startup, Shipfinex has secured $1.5 million in seed funding to advance its blockchain-based platform. The funding is…

A Nigerian X (Twitter) user, identified as Ridwan Adelaja, has knocked Transsion-owned electronic gadget subsidy, Oraimo, over a subpar power…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has begun the first phase of its Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) initiative,…

TLP Advisory has revealed that 49% of Nigerian startups, founded in the last decade, generate less than ₦10 million ($6,000)…

A Lagos-based tech for agriculture startup, Greenbles Agtech, has announced a new partnership deal with Honda Manufacturing (Nig.) Limited (HMN)…

Starlink’s recent decision to suspend its 97% price hike for Nigerian subscribers is evidence to the power of regulatory pushback…

Reviewing how the 2023 presidential election fared, the Federal Government of Nigeria has revealed that it recorded 12.9 million cyberattacks…

Nigeria Police Cracks Down on Unauthorized Use of Uniforms, Warns Content Creator The Nigeria Police Command has condemned the unauthorized use…

Africa’s fastest-growing fintech, Moniepoint, has raised an impressive $110 million in equity financing, to ensure expanded digital payment and banking…

In a surprising move, technology giant Microsoft has laid off its entire ethics and society team within the artificial intelligence…

Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Threads, has suspended accounts dedicated to monitoring the private jet travels of prominent…

A digital lending software platform in Nigeria fintech, Lendsqr, has revealed that it is injecting $600,000 (NGN1 billion) into the…

Google had announced the addition of a stylish new facelift on the web platform of Google Calendar. The facelift aligning…

To connect young Nigerians to opportunities across the globe such as jobs, skills, and scholarships even as they network, Goodwall—a…

Threads, the new app by Meta, offers a platform for engaging in real-time conversations and connecting with like-minded individuals. If…

A public relations (PR) and communications training programme, The Future is Female Mentorship Programme, has announced 20 remarkable finalists for…

The winner at Wema Bank’s just concluded Hackaholics 5.0 has appreciated the commitment of Wema Bank’s crew in holding such…

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology continues to take centre stage, with more teams deploying it to accelerate how they work,…

Globally, the deployment of technology in the electoral process has become increasingly prevalent in recent years as the world seeks…

In an effort to ensure online safety, a short-form video hosting service, TikTok, owned by Chinese internet company, ByteDance, has…

A data and AI company, Databricks is raising $5 billion in its latest fundraising session. The amount will eventually value…

AI-powered messaging app, Daze, has garnered positive response as masses of the zoomer generation showed support towards its development. The…

A deepfake audio recording has emerged, implicating the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, along with…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) experts gathered at the CodeSquad Techies Meet-Up event in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, to discuss the…

World richest man and CEO of Twitter, Elon Musk, has pledged to reinstate all suspended accounts on the microblogging site,…

The Nigerian Fintech Awards has announced ALAT By Wema winner 2022 best mobile app in a keenly contested award category,…

The inauguration ceremony of Monday, May 29, 2023, to swear-in Nigeria’s new President and Vice President (Bola Ahmed Tinubu and…

Reformational revolution of the Nigerian software industry towards providing valuable edtech software solutions could improve the quality of education and…