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Amazon’s Project Kuiper announces satellite receivers 

Amazon’s “Project Kuiper,” an alternative internet service that competes with SpaceX Starlink, includes a trio of satellite receivers that were just announced. Project Kuiper is Amazon’s low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellite network designed to provide high-speed, low-cost Internet access to areas currently not reached by conventional means. Project Kuiper’s 3,236 satellites in LOI will do this (LEO). […]

Babalola Seun
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Phishing attacks skyrocket in Africa – Kaspersky Lab

There has been a notable increase in the number of phishing attacks throughout many African countries.  Kaspersky Labs, a market leader in the cybersecurity industry, has announced its plans to expand globally. As of the most up-to-date data provided by the company, Kaspersky’s anti-phishing system successfully blocked over 500 million attempts to access global websites […]

Babalola Seun
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Microsoft 365 Copilot leverages AI technologies to make jobs easier

Microsoft launches Microsoft 365 Copilot, which allows users to harness AI technology to make their jobs easier. Users can generate content using text prompts in this programme. It helps to eliminate drudgery in the workplace. ‘‘Today represents the next important step in the development of how we engage with computing,” said Satya Nadella, Chairman and […]

Felicia Akindurodoye
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How to use Twitter 2-factor Authentication for free

Twitter has begun implementing its plans to prohibit users from using text messages as a Twitter 2-factor authentication (2FA) method to safeguard their accounts beginning in March 2023. There are ways to acquire Two-factor verification for free on the Twitter account of security experts. The social media site said in February that the service would […]

Hauwa Ali Abdul
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Nigeria-Ghana IT collaboration will build stronger IT ecosystem in Africa – NITDA

Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has revealed that a partnership between Nigeria and Ghana in the IT sector will strengthen bilateral ties and create a more robust IT ecosystem in Africa. This statement was made by NITDA’s Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa, during a three-day working visit by a group from the Ghanaian National Information […]

Hauwa Ali Abdul
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Microsoft to upskill lecturers expertise in Kenya

Microsoft has announced the launch of a program aimed at increasing the level of expertise of university lecturers teaching technology-related classes. The program is a joint effort on the part of Microsoft Leap and the Microsoft Africa Development Center (Microsoft ADC). The program will use a blended classroom model and practical training to provide lecturers […]

Felicia Akindurodoye
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Samsung Launches Galaxy A14 in Nigeria

In Nigeria, Samsung, one of the top manufacturers of electronics and mobile gadgets, unveiled the brand-new Galaxy A14. The cell phone is outfitted with the most recent advancements in technology that have come to be known as Galaxy smartphone features. The most recent model of Samsung’s Galaxy A series has a big display, a superior […]

Felicia Akindurodoye
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A guide to buying the right Smartphone

We both recognize the importance of smartphones in everyday life. Working from home, gaining access to crucial data, and engaging with coworkers are more productive. These tools have allowed people who couldn’t previously use technology to have access to it. Using accessibility capabilities like voice recognition, screen readers, and magnifiers, people who are deaf or […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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Binance announces AI-powered NFT generator, Bicasso

One of the biggest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world, Binance, has announced the beta release of “Bicasso,” an NFT generator powered by AI. Users can utilise AI to convert words and images into digital assets with the aid of this technology. Artificial intelligence (AI) has become more popular since the release of ChatGPT, an AI-powered […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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OpenAI introduces ChatGPT, Whisper APIs

OpenAI has announced that, through the recently introduced Whisper API, it is now enabling third-party developers to include ChatGPT in their products and services. Using this tool will be far less expensive than using its current language models. The company released the open-source Whisper speech-to-text model in September 2022. The Whisper API is a hosted […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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Google supports Nigerian presidential elections with ballot paper doodle

When you click on the doodle, you will be directed to a Google search page that has “Nigeria National Elections 2023” as the keyword search item, and the INEC’s Schedule for the 2023 General Election will be the first set of results that you will see. A Google Doodle is a one-time-only modification of the […]

Babalola Seun
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NCC explains network freeze on Election Day

MTN, the biggest mobile network in Africa, had informed its customers in advance that a “network freeze” would be necessary and would take effect on February 24, 2023. Following the MTN notification, many Nigerians have gone into panic mode with less than 48 hours until the eagerly awaited presidential polls. Because many people mistook this […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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Binance now accepts bank transfers from South Africa customers

The world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, will now accept bank transfers from South African customers so that all users can access the services more readily. South Africans can now invest in digital assets such as bitcoin, ethereum, etc., using bank transfers. Consumers would immensely profit from the improvement, said Binance South Africa National Head Hannes […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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Co-Creation Hub’s $15 million programme includes Nigerian, Kenyan edtech startups

The Edtech Fellowship Program, an accelerator program funded by $15 million over the course of three years, will be launched by Co-Creation Hub (CcHub) and open to 72 startups in Nigeria and Kenya. The goal of the accelerator program is to help founders who are using technology to solve problems in the educational system and […]

Babalola Seun
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6 Xiaomi phones to stop Miui updates in April, 2023

Global consumer electronics and smart manufacturing China-based company, Xiaomi, has recently announced that six different devices from Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO will no longer receive official support – MIUI and Android updates as they have completed two years since their launch.  The news was announced by the MIUIs telegram channel, which revealed the specific models […]

Hauwa Ali Abdul
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5 internet virus prevention tips for 2023

AV-Test Institute, an impartial IT security company, estimates that there will be over 1.2 billion malware pieces online in 2023. The organization discovers 450,000 new viruses and possibly dangerous apps daily. Scammers and hackers use such apps to steal funds and personal information or use your online identity. These virus prevention tips can prevent you […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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NAMA, NIGCOMSAT Collaborate to broaden Satellite-Based Navigation System

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) is set to collaborate with the Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) to broaden its satellite-based navigation system called the Satellite Based Augmentation System (SBAS). This expansion will transcend Nigeria’s airspace to the airspace across the African continent, which will result in improved precise landing and take-off for pilots. The […]

Ibukunoluwa Josephine Bankole
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Mastercard, Xsolla partner to facilitate payments for video games commerce 

Mastercard and Xsolla, a global company specialising in video game commerce, have formed a partnership to facilitate payments that are hassle-free, safe, and rewarding for gamers.  These improvements range from enhanced checkout experiences that make use of credit card loyalty points to simple in-game currency gifting, as well as improved creator payout processes and other […]

Babalola Seun
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Twitter Blue subscribers can post 4000 words long tweets

According to a Twitter announcement, paying users can now post tweets up to 4000 words long. This implies that its Blue subscribers can now tweet over the initial 280-character cap. The changes apply to replies and quoted tweets. Twitter stated that media like photos and videos could be posted with more characters. The updates apply […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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5 dating apps for Valentine’s Day

Welcome to February and a reminder of Valentine’s Day. It’s that time of year when love is shown in small but meaningful ways, such as buying gifts, saying lovely things, or taking someone on a luxurious vacation. February brings feelings, compassion, gestures, and the chance to be a better companion to your spouse, a friend […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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