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Opay closure hoax: How to identify fake financial messages, avoid online scams

By Islamiyyah Adekanbi The circulation of a fake notice claiming that fintech company OPay would suspend its operations has highlighted the need for members of the public to verify financial information before acting on or sharing it.The notice, which circulated on WhatsApp and other social media platforms, urged OPay customers to withdraw their funds ahead […]
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Nigeria still technologically backward —Tech Stakeholders

By Emmanuel Elebeke Participants at a one day programme on technology development organised by Aura Technology Limited in collaboration with the National Board for Technology Incubation, NBTI, berated the pace of growth in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem saying the country  is still lagging behind technologically. According to them, the  slow pace of growth is not unconnected […]

Why FG should revisit cryptocurrency ban, by Blockchain association

By Prince Osuagwu The Blockchain Association of Nigeria, SiBAN,has called on the federal government to revisit the ban on cryptocurrency activities in Nigeria. The group said the need to critically look at the decision again becomes imperative considering that many people feel the decision was more out of fear than a proactive industry regulatory attempt. […]

A scarf that speaks? Scientists develop message display fabric

At first glance, the fabric looks like a pretty if not especially original scarf, with turquoise, blue and orange stripes in an open weave. But this fabric can communicate. It’s wearable, foldable and washable, but it’s also a fully functioning display — capable of flashing messages or images, or even being used with a keyboard. […]

Customer Experience: How Omni-Channel marketing builds brand loyalty —Terragon

By Prince Osuagwu Chief Executive Officer of  Terragon, Mr. Elo Umeh has advised brands to adopt an omnichannel marketing strategy in order to deliver top-notch customer experience and gain customer loyalty. Terragon is Africa’s leading enterprise marketing Technology Company that employs the use of data and analytics to help companies connect at scale to their […]

Businesses must possess empathy, integrity to stand turbulent times, says Airtel CEO

By Juliet Umeh The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Nigeria, Mr. Segun Ogunsanya, has called on business leaders to cultivate qualities such as empathy, integrity, good communication skills and a strong sense of purpose if they must succeed and achieve results during turbulent times. Speaking  at a  recently concluded Advertisers Association of […]

9mobile upgrades offerings on MiFi, Router devices

One of Nigeria’s telecommunication companies, 9mobile, has upgraded its MiFi and Router offerings in affirmation of its resolve to continue enabling its customers with more affordable and super fast data. Commenting on the offers at the virtual unveiling on Tuesday, Chief Commercial Officer, 9mobile, Stjepan Udovicic, disclosed that it demonstrated 9mobile`s commitment to boosting individuals […]

Software icon, McAfee, charged in cryptocurrency scam

The creator of McAfee computer security software was facing charges Friday that he cashed in on a “pump-and-dump” scheme, by promoting cryptocurrencies on Twitter to drive up their value. John McAfee, founder of the antivirus firm that bears his name, and Jimmy Watson face charges of conspiracy, fraud, and money laundering in connection with schemes […]

Making a dog’s breakfast of Nigeria’s digital switchover

By Torisheju Arayi Anybody interested in Nigeria’s plan to transit from analogue to digital broadcasting knows that it has floundered rather than flourished since 2008 when the Federal Government set up a Presidential Advisory Committee (PAC) on transition from the analogue broadcast platform to the digital platform. This was sequel to the country, along with […]

Parler social network drops lawsuit against Amazon

Parler, the social network attracting conservatives and Donald Trump supporters, has dropped its lawsuit against Amazon for cutting off web hosting for the service. A motion filed late Tuesday offered no reason for the dismissal and left open the possibility of refiling, but the case has become largely moot since Parler has relaunched with a […]

Nigeria ranks lowest on affordable internet – Global study

Privacy protection company Surfshark has released an in-depth analysis on internet affordability in 85 countries (81% of the global population) with Nigeria ranking lowest among the studied countries. [ALSO READ] CONFIRMED! FG working on policy towards 5G deployment According to the study, Nigeria has the least affordable internet in the world, ranking 85th out of 85 […]

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