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Nokia migrates cloud infrastructure, container operations to Red Hat
Nokia, a major player in the technology industry, has announced a new agreement with Red Hat that will see the Finnish tech giant shift its cloud infrastructure and container operations to Red Hat. Under this partnership, which has also resulted in the transfer of certain Nokia employees to Red Hat, the two companies will work […]
Staff Writer
Elon Musk sets new daily Twitter limits for users
The owner of Twitter, Elon Musk, has placed restrictions on the social media platform in an effort to prevent unauthorized scrapping of potentially valuable data from the Twitter network. These restrictions limit the number of tweets that users are able to access on a daily basis. On Saturday (July 1), there were reports from thousands […]
Felicia Akindurodoye
5G Technology to revolutionize Nigeria’s industries, boost economy
At a recent Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) Thought Leadership Programme, industry experts discussed the profound impact of 5G technology on Nigeria’s economy and various sectors. Mrs Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka, the General Manager of Fixed Broadband at MTN Nigeria Communications, emphasized the potential of 5G to enhance efficiency and productivity for both Small and Medium Enterprises […]
Hauwa Ali Abdul
Forbes positions Nigeria as a global leader in technology
The selection of Nigerians to join Forbes – Technology Council with an exclusive community comprising top-tier CIOs, CTOs, is positioning the country as a global leader in data protection. The latest selection of the National Commissioner of the Nigeria Data Protection Bureau (NDPB), Dr. Vincent Olatunji to join the prestigious Forbes Technology Council confirms this. […]
Hauwa Ali Abdul
Artificial intelligence will revolutionize education, says ChatGPT CEO
Founder of ChatGPT and CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman, has compared the impact of AI on education to that of calculators, stating that while AI tools will revolutionize education, they will not replace the process of learning itself. Altman defended the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in education during a talk at Keio University […]
Hauwa Ali Abdul
Emurgo Africa to release Africa’s State of Web 3.0 Report
Emurgo Africa is getting ready to share a full State of Web 3.0 in Africa Report on June 23, 2023. The analysis reveals how fast African Web 3.0 technologies are changing. It also provides an in-depth study of their consequences, opportunities, and challenges, as well as proposals for growth and influence. Africa is rapidly adopting […]
Modupeoluwa Olalere
Altman assures ChatGPT won’t phase out job market
Sam Altman, the head of OpenAI, the organization responsible for the widely popular ChatGPT bot, has addressed concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the job market. He addressed these concerns while engaging in a global tour to engage national leaders and influential figures. He reassured that AI would not eliminate entire sectors […]
Hauwa Ali Abdul
US highlights measures to tackle challenges of AI
The White House has revealed a set of actions aimed at tackling the challenges associated with artificial intelligence (AI), prompted by the growing popularity of tools like ChatGPT. The government also has increasing concerns regarding potential risks such as discrimination, misinformation, and privacy. According to the White House, the US government intends to implement policies […]
Hauwa Ali Abdul
Twitter returns Blue ticks to media outlets, celebrities
Despite strong criticism from verified users, Twitter has decided to reintroduce the blue verification ticks for certain high-profile accounts, including those belonging to members of the media, celebrities, and other public figures. According to Twitter, blue ticks, which used to be a free symbol of authenticity and celebrity, must now be acquired by subscribers at […]
Felicia Akindurodoye
Samsung may switch to Bing as Google loses ground
Following news that Samsung Electronics of South Korea was contemplating switching from Google to Microsoft’s Bing as the default search engine on its smartphones, shares of Alphabet Inc., Google’s parent company, dropped more than 4% in premarket trade on Monday, April 17. The report, published over the weekend by the New York Times, highlights the […]
Staff Writer
Google bans loans apps from collecting personal data, harassing borrowers
As the maker of Android steps up its response to the rise of predatory behaviour from some lenders who harass borrowers, Google plans to restrict the access of apps that provide loans to individuals from obtaining sensitive user data such as photos, videos, and contacts. This is part of Google’s plan to constrain apps that […]
Felicia Akindurodoye
African Fintech, Peach Payments secures $31M from Apis Partners
Apis Growth Fund II, a private equity fund managed by Apis Partners LLP, a UK-based asset manager, announced on April 4, 2023, that it is considering investing €29 million (US$31 million) in Baobab Payments GmbH (trading as Peach Payments), a fast-growing digital payment service provider that allows online payments in Africa. The conclusion of the […]
Felicia Akindurodoye
SkyCliQ introduces crowdsourcing marketplace waitlist
SkyCliQ, a UK African-focused company, has now launched registration for their waitlist. With its community-based purchasing and delivery network, the company intends to disrupt the international online retail market. The company is revolutionising the small parcel delivery area of the industry by allowing community members to engage in the game. As a result, the platform […]
Felicia Akindurodoye
Huawei Launches ‘‘Non Stop Banking’ Project For Africa
Huawei has advocated for a nonstop digital future for Africa’s banking industry, believing that such a move would allow banks to boost revenue and customer base, reduce operational costs, and improve financial inclusion. The technology firm revealed its “Non Stop Banking” project during the Huawei Intelligent Finance Conference for Africa, 2023. The programme encourages collaboration […]
Ibukunoluwa Josephine Bankole
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
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
Meta to lay off 10,000 workers after laying off 11,000 in 2022
As part of what CEO Mark Zuckerberg referred to as the company’s “year of efficiency,” Facebook owner Meta announced a new round of layoffs on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. This occurs while layoffs in the American IT sector continue. Zuckerberg informed the workforce via email that Meta would be cutting 10,000 jobs over the next […]
Felicia Akindurodoye
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
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
Payfi partner SGD to enable Nigerians buy Starlink devices with Naira cards
Payfi, a well-known BNPL financial technology business, has joined forces with SD Global Impact Services Ltd (SDG) to become the first Fintech in the nation to let Nigerians purchase Starlink routers with Naira cards. Payfi was the first Fintech in the nation to provide this option, which made it possible. The advantages of the internet, […]
Felicia Akindurodoye