Telecom Operators Turn to Edge Computing to Accelerate AI Adoption in Nigeria
Telecom operators worldwide are embracing edge computing to manage the surge in AI-driven data traffic, and Nigeria is no exception.…
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Equinix Expands Data Center in Lagos to Boost Nigeria’s Digital Economy
Equinix, formerly known as MainOne, has unveiled the expansion of its Lagos data center, LG2.3, to meet the rising demand…
China Urges Banks to Boost Credit Support for Technology Firms
China’s National Financial Regulatory Administration has called on banks to increase their issuance of credit loans and medium- and long-term…
Luxshare Considers Hong Kong Listing to Raise up to $3 Billion
China’s Luxshare Precision Industry, a major supplier for Apple, is reportedly exploring a potential listing in Hong Kong this year.…
OpenAI Expands Image Generator Access to All Free ChatGPT Users Amid High Demand and Funding Boost
OpenAI has made its advanced image-generation tool available to all ChatGPT users, including those on the free tier, expanding its…
OpenAI Secures $40 Billion in Record Funding, Valuation Soars to $300 Billion
OpenAI has successfully completed the largest private tech funding round in history, securing an impressive $40 billion, pushing its valuation…
Telecom Infrastructure Under Siege: Vandalism and Theft Disrupting Nigeria’s Network Services
Telecommunication infrastructure in Nigeria is facing persistent attacks, including fibre cuts, vandalism, and theft, disrupting the network stability for millions…
Financial Institutions in Africa Face Growing Cybercrime Threats, Summit to Address Security Challenges
Financial institutions in Africa are increasingly becoming prime targets of cybercrime, according to the organizers of the Banking, Financial Services,…
Retym Raises $75 Million to Develop AI-Optimized Chips for Data Centers
Chip startup Retym has secured $75 million in funding as part of a larger $180 million investment to develop networking…
TikTok Removes 2.4 Million Nigerian Videos in Global Crackdown on Content Violations
In the fourth quarter of 2024, TikTok took down 2.4 million videos from Nigerian users due to policy violations, according…
Apple Hit with $162 Million Fine in France Over Ad Tracking Violations
Apple has been slapped with a €150 million ($162.42 million) fine by French antitrust regulators for allegedly abusing its power…
Zhipu AI Launches Free AI Agent, Escalating China’s Tech Race
Chinese AI startup Zhipu AI has introduced a new free AI agent called AutoGLM Rumination, marking a significant development in…
Sam George Advocates for Inclusive AI Integration to Drive Ghana’s Development
Ghana’s Minister of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has emphasized the importance of actively integrating artificial intelligence…
Berlin Considers All Options in Response to U.S. Tariffs, Including Targeting Tech Giants
The German government has stated that “nothing is off the table” regarding potential responses to the threat of U.S. tariffs,…
OpenAI Implements Temporary Limits on ChatGPT’s Image Generation Feature Due to High Demand
OpenAI’s new image generation feature in ChatGPT, launched earlier this week, has faced rapid adoption, leading to unexpected server strain.…
Nigeria Accelerates Digital Trade Agenda Under AfCFTA, Seeks Global Partnerships
Nigeria is intensifying its efforts to expand digital trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), with a strong…
Gaps in Broadband and Data Centres Threaten Nigeria’s $1tn Economy Target, Warn Telcos
Nigeria’s ambition to reach a $1 trillion economy by 2031 is at risk due to significant gaps in its digital…
MTN Ghana Reports 34% Revenue Growth and Announces Dividend Payout for 2024
MTN Ghana has delivered strong financial results for 2024, showcasing a remarkable 34.5% year-on-year increase in service revenue. This growth…
Intel Announces Major Board Changes as CEO Pushes for Turnaround
Intel Corp. has announced that three of its board members will retire and not seek reelection at the company’s 2025…
Google Launches Gemini 2.5, Setting New Benchmark in AI Reasoning Amid Fierce Competition
Google has unveiled Gemini 2.5, its most advanced artificial intelligence model yet, which promises to revolutionize AI performance and reasoning…
Experts Call for Financing, Technology, and Mechanization to Boost Nigeria’s Agriculture
At the BusinessDay Future of Agriculture Conference in Lagos, experts addressed the challenges hindering Nigeria’s agricultural sector, with a particular…
Senate Investigates Rising Data Costs and Pushes for Mandatory Citizen Registration
The Nigerian Senate has directed its Committee on Communications to investigate the recent surge in data costs by telecommunications providers.…
Surge in Attacks on Telecom Infrastructure Raises Doubts Over Nigeria’s Protection Policy
Telecom infrastructure in Nigeria is under increasing threat, with rising incidents of fibre cuts, equipment thefts, and vandalism casting doubt…
Trump Proposes Tariff Reduction to Finalize TikTok Deal with China
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed willingness to reduce tariffs on China in exchange for a deal regarding the sale…
mediaReachOMD Launches AI-Driven OCI 2.0 to Revolutionize Consumer Insights
In celebration of its 25th anniversary, mediaReachOMD has unveiled OCI 2.0, the latest evolution of its proprietary consumer intelligence platform.…
Nigeria’s Broadband Penetration Reaches 45.61% Despite Decline in Telecom GDP Contribution
Nigeria’s broadband penetration has shown consistent growth, reaching 45.61% as of January 2025, with a total subscription of 98.8 million…
Nigerian Startups Dominate West African Funding, Cornering 80% of Investments
Nigeria remains the undisputed leader in West Africa’s startup ecosystem, securing a dominant 80% of the region’s total $5.8 billion…
MTN Group and Airtel Africa Partner to Share Network Infrastructure in Nigeria and Uganda
MTN Group and Airtel Africa have officially entered into agreements to share network infrastructure in Uganda and Nigeria. The partnership,…
China Leads Global Chipmaking Investment in 2025 Despite Decline, SEMI Report Shows
China is set to continue its dominance in global chipmaking investment in 2025, despite experiencing a notable decline compared to…
U.S. Blacklists Over 50 Chinese Tech Firms to Curb China’s AI and Chip Advancements
The U.S. Department of Commerce has added over 50 Chinese companies to its export blacklist in an effort to prevent…