In a historic and thrilling development, the Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation Programme, a partnership between the Kingdom of Netherlands and the FATE Foundation, announced its expansion into Ogun State, Nigeria. They’ve been empowering aspiring entrepreneurs to turn their dreams into businesses for five years, nurturing 180 businesses through nine incredible cohorts. Witnessing their transformations is […]

In a significant reaction to the federal government’s cyber security levy, the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has described the levy as unreasonable and vowed to protest against it. Recall that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in a circular to banks, imposed a 0.5 percent cybersecurity levy on almost all electronic transactions. The […]

Despite making up over 80% of the world’s population and more than 90% of its disease burden, low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) have suffered the most from global health disparities for far too long. Despite this, they only account for 6% of global pharmaceutical revenue. Getting everyone access to high-quality, low-cost drugs is still hard, […]

The third annual RegTech Africa Conference is poised to gather industry luminaries, regulators, policymakers, and stakeholders in Lagos, Nigeria, on May 23rd and 24th.  Under the theme “Harnessing Partnerships for Africa’s Prosperity – Bridging the Data Trust Gap,” this hybrid event is primed to explore the pivotal role of data governance in propelling Africa’s economic […]

Seamfix, an identity solutions company founded 17 years ago, recently secured $4.5 million from Alitheia IDF, its first institutional investor. This investment is pivotal as Seamfix aims to broaden its operations beyond Nigeria due to currency challenges impacting revenue growth. Chimezie Emewulu, Seamfix’s CEO, expressed concerns about revenue growth when viewed in dollars due to […]

The CEO of Educare, an education technology company, told how his platform helped some students achieve 200 or higher on the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Onyia, who tweets on X.com under the account @winexviv, claimed late Tuesday that his “investment” had paid off because “none of the students scored below 200 in their […]

The most recent version of ASUS’ ground-breaking dual-screen laptop design is the Zenbook Duo (2024). It seeks to transform productivity and multitasking for creative professionals and those who long for a flexible workplace. The main feature of the Zenbook Duo (2024) is its dual display setup. With a 120Hz refresh rate and a high-resolution OLED […]

Uber, a leading mobility technology company, recently unveiled a series of innovative features designed to empower its drivers and improve overall user experience. One of the significant additions to Uber’s platform is the ‘Upfront Destination’ feature, which provides drivers with essential trip details before accepting a ride. This feature displays the pickup and drop-off locations […]

In a proactive move to safeguard its systems, assets, and data from cyber threats, the Lagos State Government has established a Cybersecurity Advisory Board. This board has been entrusted with the crucial task of spearheading the design, implementation, and management of a robust Cybersecurity initiative within the state. As articulated by Gbenga Omotoso, the Commissioner […]

The Minister for Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani has urged young people to go with the trend of technological advancement, noting that the future leadership would be influenced by the Industrial Revolution that would be taking place in the era. The minister was speaking at the first Lagos Leadership Summit, held on […]

To jump into the Artificial Intelligence (AI) trend, Meta introduced the Meta AI chatbot in its messaging apps, WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger. Meta commenced trials in India and Africa. To attend to the demand and curiosity of netizens Meta, here is a guideline on how to use Meta AI on WhatsApp and Instagram. Read also: […]

On Friday, the official market for the Nigerian Naira saw a significant increase, with the currency trading at N1,142.38 per dollar. The Naira rose by N88.23, according to data from the FMDQ Exchange’s official trading platform, which monitors the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market. Before the Sallah holiday, the exchange rate was N1,230.61 to $1, […]

In preparation for the upcoming Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) test, candidates who have recently registered with JAMB and want to sit for the 2024 UTME exams can now print and copy their JAMB exam slip.  All registered candidates are required to have their test jamb exam slips, which contain important details such as […]

The Unity Bank Plc and the Association of Nigerian Women Business Network (ANWBN) have formed a partnership to support Nigerian women’s entrepreneurship. Over 90 women’s groups have been reached, and over 5,000 women have been empowered through the partnership’s targeted savings product, the Yanga Account, which offers comprehensive benefits. Unity Bank introduced the Yanga Account […]

In a daring move that reimagines home entertainment, LG Electronics has introduced the first ever fully wireless Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) television and the first ever triple up-firing channel soundbar, setting new standards.  By providing an unrivalled experience for home entertainment, these two innovative products will change the way people perceive and use audiovisual technology. […]

As technology improves and startups grow, multinational companies focus more on new countries like Nigeria. Microsoft recently invested in startups in Nigeria. This shows that the company wants to support new ideas and grow the business in the area. The report explains why Microsoft is carefully investing in Nigerian startups and what the chances and […]

Sam Altman resigns as the man in charge of the OpenAI Startup Fund. This news is making waves in the world of investments. Altman used to be in charge of the fund, but now Ian Hathaway is in charge. At first glance, it might look like the OpenAI board and Sam Altman have another argument. Reports […]

The world’s biggest software company, Microsoft, has announced it is selling its Teams Chat and Video App separately from its Office product. A possible EU antitrust fine was avoided when the company revealed this on Monday, six months after separating the two products in Europe. Reuters reports that the European Commission has been looking into […]

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday, expressed his administration’s readiness to collaborate with a technology company, Meta Platform Inc., owners of Facebook, Instagram, and Whatsapp, to deepen the digital space in the State. Governor Sanwo-Olu spoke during a courtesy visit by the President, Global Affairs, Meta Platforms Inc. (Facebook), Sir. Nick Clegg at […]

The BRICS alliance, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, unveils plans to develop an independent payment system fueled by blockchain technology and digital currencies. The plan is part of strides to strengthen financial autonomy and reduce reliance on the US Dollar. This initiative, set to roll out in 2024, aims to revolutionise international […]