NCC Blames Poor Telecom Service in Lagos and Abuja on Network Congestion, Pushes for Faster 5G Expansion
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has attributed the persistent poor quality of telecom services in Lagos, Abuja, and other major…
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Firm launches AI marketing platform to boost businesses
Northbrix, the parent company of CyBrixTeam.ai, has officially launched what it calls the world’s first Agentic Integrated Marketing Environment (IME)…
Fintech Innovator Qore Drives Digital Transformation for Nigeria’s Microfinance Banks
Nigeria’s microfinance sector is celebrating 20 years of empowering small businesses, entrepreneurs, and low-income households with access to essential financial…
Heirs Technologies Calls for Bold Investments to Unlock Africa’s $700bn Digital Economy by 2030
Heirs Technologies has urged African governments and private investors to make bold, coordinated investments to unlock the continent’s projected $700…
Wikipedia Traffic Declines 8% as AI Search and Social Video Change How People Find Information
Wikipedia, long hailed as one of the internet’s last bastions of reliable, human-curated knowledge, is now feeling the pinch from…
How Safaricom Accidentally Became Kenya’s Most Powerful “Bank” Through M-PESA
Kenya’s telecom giant Safaricom has become an unlikely cornerstone of the country’s financial system. According to its 2025 sustainability report,…
Tony Elumelu Calls for Africa’s Inclusion in Global AI Revolution, Urges Action on Electricity and Capital Mobilization
Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) and Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, Tony Elumelu, has called for Africa’s…
AI Boom Fuels $1 Billion Data Center Race in Nigeria as Tech Giants Bet on Digital Future
Nigeria is fast becoming Africa’s next digital powerhouse as global and regional technology giants pour nearly $1 billion into data…
Nigeria Launches AI Training for Civil Servants with Google Support to Boost Digital Governance
Nigeria has kicked off a major initiative to train its civil servants in artificial intelligence (AI), marking a new phase…
CBN Governor Cardoso Urges Fintech CEOs to Pair Innovation with Strong Governance
Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has called on leaders of Nigeria’s fast-growing fintech sector to…
The real reason Google DeepMind is working with a fusion energy startup
In a groundbreaking move that could reshape the future of clean energy, Google DeepMind has partnered with Commonwealth Fusion Systems…
AI Boom Fuels $1 Billion Data Center Race in Nigeria as Tech Giants Bet on Africa’s Digital Future
Nigeria is fast becoming the next battleground for global tech giants racing to build the infrastructure powering artificial intelligence. The…
Africa Can Unlock $4 Trillion in Domestic Capital Through Trust, Accountability, and AI – Tony Elumelu
Africa has the potential to mobilize over $4 trillion in domestic capital, but unlocking this wealth requires trust, accountability, and…
South Korea Nears Decision on Google, Apple 1:5,000 High-Resolution Map Exports — Security, Sovereignty at Stake
South Korea is edging toward a high-stakes decision on whether to permit Google and Apple to export high-resolution geographic map…
PoS Operators Warn CBN’s New Agent Banking Rule Could Crush Small Fintechs, Create Monopoly Risks in Nigeria
Point of Sale (PoS) operators across Nigeria have expressed deep concern over the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) newly released…
Tony Elumelu Calls for Inclusive Digital Prosperity in Africa
Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Tony Elumelu, has called on African governments, financial institutions, and development partners to embrace artificial intelligence…
NCC’s Tariff Reform Sparks ₦1 Trillion Telecom Investment, Boosting Nigeria’s Digital Infrastructure
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has revealed that its recent tariff reforms have attracted over ₦1 trillion in fresh investments…
Digital Encode Becomes Platinum Sponsor for AfriTECH 5.0, Champions Africa’s Digital Sovereignty
Africa’s cybersecurity powerhouse, Digital Encode Limited, has been unveiled as the Platinum Sponsor of the fifth edition of the Africa…
Leveraging AI to Safeguard Freedom of Expression in Nigeria – Experts Speak at WSCIJ Forum
Human rights lawyer Tsema Ede has called on media professionals and civil society organizations to explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI)…
Google Gemini AI Now Helps Gmail Users Effortlessly Schedule Calendar Meetings
Google has rolled out a new AI-powered feature designed to make scheduling meetings in Gmail simpler than ever. The tech…
Apple Drops “Plus” from Apple TV: What the Rebrand Means for Streaming Fans
Apple has officially rebranded its streaming platform, dropping the “Plus” from Apple TV+. The streaming service will now be known…
AI Takes Centre Stage as Companies Boost Cybersecurity Investments, PwC Report Reveals
In a fast-evolving digital world, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as the top investment priority for global business and cybersecurity…
MTN Renews Sponsorship for Tech Revolution Africa 2.0, Driving the Continent’s Digital Future
In a move that reinforces its leadership in Africa’s tech ecosystem, MTN Nigeria has renewed its partnership as the Headline…
California Leads Nation with Landmark AI Chatbot Safety Law to Protect Children and Vulnerable Users
California has become the first state in the U.S. to regulate AI companion chatbots, as Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB…
Google to Invest $15 Billion in India to Build Its Largest AI Hub Outside the U.S.
Google has announced a landmark $15 billion investment in India, marking its biggest artificial intelligence expansion outside the United States.…
OpenAI Partners with Broadcom to Build Custom AI Chips, Targets 10GW Infrastructure by 2029
In a major move to expand its technological independence, OpenAI has partnered with semiconductor giant Broadcom to co-develop advanced artificial…
SEC Backs Digital Transformation to Boost Investor Confidence in Nigeria’s Capital Market
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to harnessing digital technology as a key driver of investor…
Fintechs Dominate as Nigerian Startups Join Africa’s $1.1 Billion Funding Boom in 2025
Africa’s technology ecosystem has witnessed a major resurgence in 2025, with startups, led by fintech innovators, raising a remarkable $1.1…
Google Grants African Students Free Access to Advanced AI Tools for One Year
In a landmark move to empower Africa’s next generation of innovators, Google has announced free access to its premium AI…
Humans, Not Machines: Nigerian Labour Leaders Urge Ethical AI Adoption in the Future of Work
The accelerating rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to reshape global workplaces, from corporate boardrooms to factory floors, and Nigeria…