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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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Global messaging App, WhatsApp announces fresh update

Global messaging App WhatsApp has announced the arrival of a fresh update, raising the version to 2.23.5.3 via the Google Play Beta Program. The private newsletter feature for WhatsApp will now be available in a later software release. The code indications were discovered by WaBetaInfo, who then stated that the tool is being worked on […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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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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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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Meta grants Donald Trump access to social media accounts

Following a two-year ban for his online behaviour during the January 6th uprising, Meta has announced that it will reinstate Donald Trump’s accounts on Facebook and Instagram. The ban was imposed in response to the January 6th uprising. Nick Clegg, the president of global affairs for Meta, provided an explanation for the decision in a […]

Babalola Seun
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Instagram’s Founders Launch News-Based App, Artifact

Instagram’s duo founders have launched a new news-focused app called Artifact, four years after giving up ownership of their previous social media app. Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger, on Tuesday, January 31st, announced the unveiling of Artifact, an app that is powered by artificial intelligence and offers a personalised news feed for its users. Systrom […]

Ibukunoluwa Josephine Bankole
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ChatGPT Users To Pay $42 Subscription Fee

Cutting-edge AI chatbot, ChatGPT has fixed a $42 subscription fee for users who want to enjoy all the interesting features the text generator has to offer. The AI programme has set restrictions for users who are not subscribed to a plan on the AI technology. Tech expert and founder of James Ivings shared the update […]

Ibukunoluwa Josephine Bankole
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Nokia, UNICEF provide digital education to Senegalese children

Nokia, a major manufacturer of mobile devices and telecom infrastructures has partnered with UNICEF to provide more accessible digital education and training in some regions of Senegal, West Africa, in an effort to reduce the digital gap. The company tweeted that Nicole Robertson, Vice President of Environmental, Social, and Governance, praised this collaboration. “I am […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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15 Most In-Demand Tech Skills In 2023

Technology is one of the fastest growing industries across the world because it affects practically every aspect of human existence. With this awareness, most nations and businesses are working to better prepare for this advancement. This is why companies all over the world are in need of professionals with advanced information technology skills to enable […]

Ibukunoluwa Josephine Bankole
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OpenAI plans premium, paid version of ChatGPT for businesses

OpenAI has hinted that it may soon release a premium, paid version of the well-known chatbot, ChatGPT, for business users. ChatGPT is a conversational dialogue model that has been trained by machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) to recognize and respond to natural human language. A free service utilizing the AI chatbot was made available […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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Twitter discovers flaws in 235 million accounts and email addresses

Following the discovery of a flaw in Twitter’s security, the personal information of 235 million of the platform’s users was made available to the general public. After thieves broke into the Twitter service and exposed it to other hackers, the service’s 235 million users’ email addresses and passwords were made available to hackers. This allowed […]

Babalola Seun
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Microsoft is adding OpenAI writing technology to Office

By integrating AI technology from OpenAI into its programs, Microsoft may give Office users a means to write text for projects. With tools like Stable Diffusion that produce artwork from straightforward cues, AI has become more common in the creative industries over time. It now appears that Microsoft is thinking about utilizing that same technology […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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The emergence of a tech hub: Nnewi Tech Faculty

With the rise of technological advancement and the demand for technological skills, having a tech faculty that serves as a physical training center for technological skills is a positive development. Upon discovery of the existence of such a training facility in the city of Nnewi, a part of south-eastern Nigeria, Techpression deemed it fit to […]

Felicia Akindurodoye
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Google Chrome now has memory and energy saving features

Storage and power consumption have caused many users to experience trouble browsing over the years. In order to bridge this gap, Google is introducing two new features that will make browsing easier. Memory Saver and Energy Saver are Google’s two new performance settings that can be found in the Chrome browser. According to Google, the […]

Okunloye Abiodun Segun
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How to Open a Verified PayPal Account in Nigeria for Free (Updated)

What is PayPal? PayPal is an online payment system that enables users to send money to friends and family, pay for transactions, and accept payments when selling goods or services. To protect your funds and details, PayPal has set up security precautions like encryption and purchase protection. In 2015, PayPal, a former eBay subsidiary, was […]

Felicia Akindurodoye
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NASD Plc And Blockchain Firms Launch Certification Program For Digital Assets

National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD) Plc has entered into a partnership with Blockstation Inc., Sophus Consulting, and blockchain technology company TK Tech Africa Limited to release a certification program.  NASD is an Over-the-Counter securities exchange for the trading of unlisted securities and is collaborating on an accredited certification program for financial professionals. In an […]

Ibukunoluwa Josephine Bankole
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North Korean Hackers Spread Malware Using Seoul’s “Halloween Crush” – Google

Google has accused North Korean hackers of exploiting the fatal  ‘Halloween crowd crush’ to distribute malicious software to internet users in South Korea. The Halloween crush is a fatal event that occurred on October 29, 2022, where thousands of fun lovers crowded alleyways during Halloween festivities in the Itaewon neighbourhood of Seoul, South Korea. The […]

Ibukunoluwa Josephine Bankole
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Kenyan Edtech, Zeraki raises $1.8M for school management software

In a round led by Acumen Fund, the Kenyan edtech company Zeraki parents raised $1.8 million in seed funding for product catalog development and regional growth. Zeraki has constructed a digital learning and school data analytics platform. In addition to Melvin Lubega, co-founder of Australia-based edtech unicorn Go1, Save the Children Impact Investment Fund, Verdant […]

Felicia Akindurodoye
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