Job threats, rogue bots: Five hot issues in AI
As artificial intelligence evolves at a blistering pace, world leaders and top tech CEOs have gathered at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi to discuss how to handle it.
Amazon founder Bezos returns to CEO role with AI startup
The role at the startup represents Bezos’s first formal executive position since stepping down as Amazon CEO in July 2021.
SiBAN partners Vontech to boost Nigeria’s blockchain ecosystem with $100k AWS cloud support
Stakeholders in Blockchain Technology Association of Nigeria (SiBAN) have announced a strategic partnership with Vontech, an AWS Advanced Consulting Partner…
Bitcoin slips below $100,000 amid profit-taking, institutional selling
Bitcoin dropped below $100,000 this week for the first time since June. This is more than a 20% decline from last month’s highs above $120,000.
AI chip giant Nvidia becomes world’s first $5 trillion company
AI chip juggernaut Nvidia became the world’s first $5 trillion company on Wednesday, as investors remain confident that artificial intelligence will deliver a new wave of innovation and growth.
Trump pardons convicted Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao
US President Donald Trump has pardoned the convicted Binance co-founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, the White House said Thursday, accusing Trump’s predecessor Joe Biden of launching an unnecessary “war” against the industry.
Nigeria on track in emerging tech development — NCAIR Coordinator, Dr. Bunmi Ajala
Nigeria is positioning itself as a major player in Africa’s fast-evolving technology landscape, according to Dr. Bunmi Ajala, National Coordinator of the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR). Speaking to Vanguard on the sidelines of Moonshot 2025, Dr. Ajala described Nigeria’s progress in emerging technologies as “evolving but full of promise.” “I will […]
Nigeria needs dedicated blockchain development fund – SIBAN president, Iwuno
President of the Stakeholders in Blockchain Technology Association of Nigeria, Obinna Iwuno has called on the Nigerian government to create a Blockchain Development Fund, stressing that the country cannot continue to focus its resources on petroleum while neglecting technology and innovation.
Africa no longer copying models but building home-grown solutions – Aanu Adedoyin, CEO, Sabi
Chief Executive Officer of Sabi, Aanu Adedoyin Adasuwa has highlighted the growing independence and innovation within Africa’s technology ecosystem.
Nigeria ‘ll play active role in shaping global stablecoin rules — Cardoso
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed its commitment to shaping global regulatory frameworks for stablecoins and other digital assets, emphasizing that innovation must enhance financial stability.
Moonshot 2025: ‘AI redefining hiring across Africa, not just speeding it up’
The CEO of Betrworkr, Lord Malcolm has said that artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming hiring across Africa, not just by speeding up recruitment but by expanding access to global opportunities.
