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Tariff Hike Forces 2.4 Million Nigerians Off Internet Despite Rising Data Usage
A sharp 50 percent tariff hike on telecom services has triggered a significant decline in Nigeria’s mobile and…
AI giant Nvidia beats earnings expectations but shares fall
US-based chipmaker Nvidia reported stronger-than-expected earnings for its latest quarter, but investor…
Experts Call for AI and Technology Adoption to Boost Nigeria’s Economic…
Technology and economic experts have urged Nigeria to accelerate the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and…
Nigeria Targets 20% GDP Boost Through AI and Digital Innovation, Says NITDA
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and…
CBN Sets October 31 Deadline for Banks to Upgrade to ISO 20022 and Geo-Tag Payment…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed all financial institutions and payment service providers to…
Nigeria, Brazil Sign Strategic MoU on Science and Technology to Drive Jobs and…
Nigeria and Brazil have entered a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in Science,…
Trump Threatens Tariffs on Nations Over Digital Taxes Targeting US Tech Giants
President Donald Trump has warned of imposing additional tariffs and export restrictions on countries that enact…
Meta Expands Africa’s Digital Infrastructure with New Data Centers and 2Africa…
Meta is intensifying its efforts to boost Africa’s digital transformation through major investments in data…
OpenAI Warns Against Unauthorized Equity Sales Amid $300B Valuation and Jony Ive…
OpenAI has issued a stern warning to investors and the public over unauthorized sales and investment schemes…
Meta and X Face NITDA Sanctions for Flouting Nigeria’s Internet Code of Practice
Meta, the owner of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads, and X, formerly Twitter, have been flagged for…
Nigeria Data Protection Act Enforcement: NDPC Targets Banks, Insurers, and Tech…
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has launched an aggressive enforcement drive targeting financial…
Google Launches AI Mode in Africa: Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa Lead as Test…
Google has introduced its groundbreaking AI Mode in Search across Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa,…
OpenAI to Open First India Office in New Delhi, Targets Rapidly Growing AI Market
OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT and backed by Microsoft, announced plans to establish its first office in India…
Gen Z Traders Embrace AI: 80% Expected to Rely on AI-Powered Trading by 2028 –…
Global cryptocurrency exchange MEXC has predicted that by 2028, more than 80% of Gen Z traders will fully automate…
Technology, analytics to enhance transport systems – Expert
Integrating technology and advanced analytics into transport systems can significantly improve efficiency and road…
NCC to Publish Quarterly Telecoms Performance Reports Using Consumer Data
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced plans to begin publishing quarterly reports on telecoms…
Microsoft Restricts Chinese Firms’ Access to Cybersecurity Program After…
Microsoft has scaled back Chinese companies’ access to its cyber early warning system following allegations of…
Chinese startup DeepSeek releases upgraded AI model
Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek has launched an upgraded version of its AI…
Google, Microsoft, TikTok Shut Down 13.5m Accounts in Nigeria Over Online Safety…
Big tech companies — Google, Microsoft, and TikTok — deactivated more than 13.5 million accounts in Nigeria in…
Google Updates Play Store Rules After EU Pressure Under Digital Markets Act
Google has announced changes to its Google Play Store policies in response to mounting pressure from the European…
Nigeria Content Creators to Explore AI at NEMCEA 2025 Summit in Lagos
Content creators in Nigeria are set to gain fresh insights into the power of artificial intelligence (AI) at this…
CBN Unveils Digital Finance Roadmap to Boost Financial Inclusion and Economic…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has intensified efforts to drive financial inclusion through a comprehensive…
Experts Urge Managers to Embrace Ethical AI Adoption, Upskill Workforce
Business and technology experts have called on managers to adopt a culture of ethical awareness and continuous…
OpenAI rolls out cheapest ChatGPT plan at $4.6 in India to chase growth
OpenAI, the developer behind ChatGPT, has unveiled its most affordable subscription plan in India,…
Telecom Operators Warn of Investment Drop in Nigerian States with Hostile Policies…
The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has raised concerns that some Nigerian…
MTN Nigeria’s Operating Cash Flow Hits N956bn, Highest in a Decade, as Profit…
MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has posted its strongest cash flow performance in a decade, with cash generated…
Nigeria Pushes $1 Trillion Digital Economy Ambition with GITEX 2025 Tech Summit in…
Nigeria is accelerating its ambition to build a $1 trillion digital economy by 2030, driven by a dynamic ecosystem…
Global Tech Giants Launch AfricAI in Nigeria to Drive Sovereign AI Development
Four international technology firms—Lakeba Group (Australia), Next Digital (Nigeria), AqlanX (UAE), and Agentic…
NCC Cracks Down on Poor Telecom Services with New Governance, Cybersecurity, and…
Nigeria’s telecom operators are facing heightened regulatory pressure as the Nigerian Communications Commission…
Google Fined $36 Million in Australia for Anti-Competitive Telco Deals
Google has agreed to pay a $36 million (A$55 million) fine in Australia after admitting to striking…