Capacity building, critical to Africa’s energy future
By Stephen Bolu Contrary to the new normal where technology leads business reformations, growth conversations in Africa’s business landscape, particularly in Nigeria energy sector, often begin with capital. Investment, infrastructure, and asset acquisition are frequently treated as the clearest indicators of progress. While important, they do not tell the full story of what is required […]
Africa tech community rallies round Morocco for inaugural GITEX Africa in Marrakech
The inaugural GITEX Africa billed for May end in Marrakech, Morocco is attracting attention from African tech community.
Financial Times lists Zone among Fastest-Growing Companies in 2023
Regulated blockchain network, Zone has been named among fastest-growing companies in Africa in 2023 award list.
FG signs agreement with UK firm on Tech Park
By Emmanuel Elebeke The Federal Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (FMSTI) has signed an agreement with Across Atlantic Development (AAD), a United Kingdom based company to develop and establish a Science and Technology Park, as well as Science Museum at Sheda Science and Technology Complex (SHESTCO) Abuja. This partnership was initiated through the private-public […]
Samsung bans use of ChatGPT for mobile, appliances staff
Samsung Electronics is banning employees in its mobile and appliances division from using generative AI services such as ChatGPT, the company said on Tuesday, after instances of “misuse” of the technology. Interest in artificial intelligence chatbots has soared since the Microsoft-backed ChatGPT debuted in November. ChatGPT caused a global sensation for generating essays, songs, exams […]
Live streaming is transforming gaming movement in Africa – Expert
By Juliet Umeh The African gaming industry is experiencing a thrilling evolution, driven by the explosion of live streaming’s popularity. Whether amateur or professional, esports players flock to live-streaming platforms to showcase their skills and engage with their audience. The result is a dynamic and constantly growing community of gamers across the continent. Experts in […]
NITDA DG advocates devt of International Cyber Norms
By Emmanuel Elebeke As the world becomes increasingly interconnected and reliant on technology, the Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has advocated the need for robust cyber-norms and confidence-building measures within the global community. He said the call has become a pressing issue, therefore, global leaders from governments, international organisations, and cybersecurity […]
Expert calls for stakeholders approach to combat digital fraud
An expert in the FinTech and CyberSecurity industry, Olaniyi Awosope, has called for a stakeholders approach in the quest to curb digital frauds and cyber crimes.
Rack Centre expands frontiers, builds new IT load Data Centre in Lagos
Tier III Carrier and Cloud-neutral data centre, Rack Centre, has disclosed that the company is expanding its existing footprint and constructing a 12MW IT data centre in Lagos.
Skit making becomes big business in Nigeria, says Dataleum
With the rise of social media, skit making has become increasingly popular in Nigeria, creating a platform for many aspiring comedians and bringing them to limelight.
RCS: Telcos, banks, get new tips to recoup lost revenues
The rapidly changing user behavior is compelling Nigerian brands to rewrite the way they connect and engage with their customers.
