Building collapse is a growing concern in Nigeria, resulting in loss of life and property. In this report, DANIEL ADAJI outlines ways to detect and prevent building collapse with smart technologies There have been a series of building…
Cryptocurrency exchange, OKX, has announced plans to discontinue its services in Nigeria, citing recent changes in local laws and regulations. The exchange, in a statement sent directly to its users on Wednesday, said this decision was…
The National Information Technology Development Agency has launched the ‘Digital Literacy for All’ initiative, aimed at bridging the digital divide in Nigeria. The agency said in a statement obtained on Sunday that the initiative aligned…
Nigerian Communications Satellite Ltd has advocated for the integration of homegrown Internet of Things technologies to revolutionise the country’s agricultural sector and strengthen the national economy. The Managing Director and CEO of…
TD Africa, a leading technology distributor, and Cisco, a networking equipment maker, have launched a monthly training programme to bridge the technology skills gap in Africa. The initiative, part of TD Academy, aims to equip young…
The National Identity Management Commission faced public backlash on Monday after a social media user accused the agency of charging fees in dollars for National Identification Number data modifications on its portal. The user, known as…
JUSTICE OKAMGBA writes about tips that help iPhone users extend battery life and get the most out of their devices As we increasingly rely on our iPhones to navigate the world, it is easy to take their batteries for granted. A battery is a…
Telecommunications giant, Globacom, has introduced three AI-focused services designed to elevate its customers’ experience and avail them of the opportunity to monetise the benefits of artificial intelligence and win prizes on the network.…
Africa Hyperscalers Media announced on Monday the launch of the first Hyperscalers Convergence Africa conference, scheduled for September 5, 2024, in Lagos. According to the organisers in a statement, the event aims to unite Africa’s…
The Head of Strategic Partnerships and Innovation at Bvndle, Oluseye Soyede-Johnson, has stressed the need for fintechs to prioritise customer satisfaction to achieve sustained success. He stated this while featuring as a panellist at the…
Telecom operator Airtel Nigeria has proposed a comprehensive education reform plan that will leverage advanced technologies to transform the country’s decaying educational system. The Director of Corporate Communications and CSR at Airtel…
In a move to bridge the gap between research and innovation, the University of Lagos has launched an artificial intelligence-themed UniPOD, an initiative of the United Nations Development Programme. This cutting-edge platform aims to…
The success of Nigeria’s ambitious 90,000-kilometer fibre project would depend on the state government’s willingness to take ownership and abandon the practice of treating the right of way as a source of internal revenue generation. This…
Alert MFB, a subsidiary of Alert Group, has announced the launch of its new mobile banking app to provide a streamlined and comprehensive banking experience for its customers. According to the company in a statement, the App offers a range…
Nigerian startup NeuRaL AI has launched REACTOR, a composable and ready-to-use data and AI compute infrastructure that simplifies the use of generative AI for businesses of all sizes. GenAI uses artificial intelligence technologies that…
The Securities and Exchange Commission has said that digital adoption will spur growth, attract new investors, and boost efficiency in Nigeria’s capital market. The Head of the SEC’s Zonal Office, Hafsat Rufai, stated at the recent 2024…
A global leader in consumer electronics, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has launched its latest foldable smartphones, featuring a lighter and slimmer design for its flagship model and enhanced AI capabilities. These devices – the Galaxy Z…
Other Artificial Intelligence tools, besides Grammarly, offer advanced grammar and spell checking, AI-powered suggestions, and plagiarism detection, writes JUSTICE OKAMGBA It is so easy to overlook the fact that AI tools have been around…
Innovate Africa, a new angel investor, has launched a $2.5m fund to support early-stage founders in funding life-changing ideas. Co-founded by Kristin Wilson and Christian Idiodi, the fund aims to support up to 20 startups in its first…
AVEVA, a global industrial software firm, has significantly reduced its carbon footprint through technological innovations, according to its 2023 Sustainability Progress Report. The company stated in its report that it achieved a 93 per…
E-hailing or car-hailing apps have transformed transportation by providing convenient, reliable, and accessible rides at the tap of a button, but with security concerns. In this article, DANIEL ADAJI outlines safety tips while using the…
In an era where digital privacy is increasingly under threat, taking proactive steps to secure your messaging apps is essential, JUSTICE OKAMGBA writes The reality is that messaging apps have become the lifeblood of communication, offering…
The United Nations Development Programme, African governments and the private sector plan to raise $1bn to kick-start start-up innovation in the continent received a huge boost as the Timbuktoo fintech hub centre was unveiled in Lagos on…
The Federal Government has announced plans to implement reforms in the telecoms sector, following a historic investment of $191m in Foreign Direct Investment in the first quarter of 2024. This investment surpassed the total FDI for the…
Nigerian fintech firm, Oyapaste, is set to launch a revolutionary app that utilises pastecode technology to facilitate secure and instant money transfers and gifting across the country. According to the firm, the Oyapaste app, which…
The Executive Director of Paradigm Initiative, Gbenga Sesan, has raised serious concerns about data security in Nigeria following revelations of significant lapses at the National Identity Management Commission. Sesan’s organisation, which…
Africhange, a Nigerian remittance services provider, has launched its UK operations, aiming to enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and reliability in international money transfers. According to the firm, its new Authorised Payment…
Globacom Nigeria and Mdundo.com, Africa’s leading music streaming service, have announced a partnership to launch an exclusive DJ mix service for Globacom subscribers. According to a statement, the collaboration underscores the commitment…
Nigeria’s National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure has inaugurated the Directorate Institutes Synergy Meeting to enhance cooperation and tackle challenges within its Scientific Equipment Development Institutes. The agency…
Huawei, a global technology company, and TD Africa, one of the largest distributors of cutting-edge technology solutions in Nigeria, have strengthened their partnership to drive digital transformation in Africa. The partnership, revealed…