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Amazon Uses AI To Make Robots Better Warehouse Workers
Amazon on Wednesday said it is speeding up the automation of its warehouses with the help of artificial intelligence and…
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US and China Reach TikTok Framework Deal as Trade Negotiations Advance Toward Potential American Ownership
Washington and Beijing have agreed to a “framework” deal on TikTok’s US operations, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed Monday…
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iPhone 16 Pro is cheapest in South Korea, priciest in Turkey
A new 2025 report from Deutsche Bank highlights major global price differences for the iPhone 16 Pro—and where you buy…
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TIME Magazine Lists Nigeria’s Communications Minister Bosun Tijani Among 100 Global AI Pioneers
TIME Magazine has named Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, among the world’s most influential…
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NITDA shuts down 13.5M accounts over harmful online content
Nigeria’s tech regulator, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), says it has shut down over 13.5 million social media…
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Google launches Pixel 10 with bold AI upgrades and new devices
Google unveiled its latest Pixel 10 smartphone line-up on Wednesday, putting artificial intelligence (AI) at the heart of its Android…
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See the 10 world’s most valuable companies in 2025 and they’re worth trillions of dollars
In 2025, some of the world’s most valuable companies—like Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon—are names most of us recognize. But what…
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NVIDIA becomes first company to hit $4 trillion market value amid AI investment boom
Nvidia has become the first company in history to surpass $4 trillion in market capitalization, underscoring Wall Street’s unwavering confidence…
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FG hails e-visa rollout as successful, with over 14,000 applications processed
The Federal Government on Monday, June 30, declared the electronic visa (e-visa) system a success, revealing that over 14,000 applications…
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Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov to split $17.1bn fortune between over 106 children
Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov says he’s splitting his fortune, estimated at $17.1 billion, between over 106 children.
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Nigeria, Meta launch AI accelerator program
Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy has partnered with Meta to launch the Llama Impact Accelerator, promoting impactful AI…
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Nigerian government tells Meta to comply with regulations, says threat won’t save it
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has told Meta Platforms Inc., a global tech giant, to comply with…
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Nigerian court jails internet fraudsters in Edo
A total of 23 internet fraudsters have been convicted and sentenced to varying jail terms by the Edo State High…
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NCC proposes 12-month grace period for reclaiming unused airtime on deactivated lines
On Wednesday, April 9, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) proposed a 12-month grace period for subscribers to reclaim unused airtime…
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Kenya’s Leta raises $5M to revolutionize AI-driven logistics across Africa
On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Nairobi-based logistics startup Leta secured $5 million in seed funding to enhance its AI-powered platform…
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Vendease overhauls pay structure and business strategy to boost profitability
On Tuesday, March 25, Vendease, a Nigerian food procurement startup, revealed a major shift in its employee compensation and business…
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AltSchool Africa teams up with Bybit to offer 1,000 scholarships, just months after Binance deal
On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, AltSchool Africa announced an exciting new partnership with Bybit, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges…
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Tunisia cracks down on Bolt and other ride-hailing apps amid major investigation
On Tuesday, March 25, Tunisia made headlines by shutting down several popular ride-hailing apps, including Bolt, due to a large…
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President Tinubu pledges support for Fintech companies
President Tinubu says his administration will support businesses in the financial technology sector which provide payment infrastructure services for Nigerians…
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Reps demand telecom tariff hike be put on hold until services improve
The House of Representatives has directed the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, and the Nigerian…
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50% telecom tariff hike: NATCOMS supports decision as NLC backs down from protest
In a surprising turn of events, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has backed down from its planned nationwide protest against…
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South Africa’s Reserve Bank Governor warns against treating Bitcoin like gold reserves
On Tuesday, January 23, 2025, at the World Economic Forum in Davos, South Africa's Reserve Bank Governor, Lesetja Kganyago, pushed…
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Visa makes major investment in Nigerian fintech Moniepoint to boost digital growth
On Thursday, January 24, 2025, Nigerian fintech Moniepoint announced a strategic investment from global payments giant Visa. This comes just…
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50% tariff hike: Nigerian telcos may turn to B2B services to stay afloat
On Sunday, January 20, 2025, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) approved a 50% tariff hike for telecom companies in the…
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Angola set to sell stakes in key assets to attract investors
On Thursday, January 24, Angola is making big moves to boost its economy by selling off shares in some of…
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Blue Label Telecoms makes big move to take over Cell C
On Friday, January 24, Blue Label Telecoms is officially ready to take control of Cell C, a mobile company in…
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50% telecoms tariff hike: Nigerians plan to drag FG to court
Nigerians have vowed to take legal action against the Federal Government over the approval of a 50% increase in telecom…
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50% telecom tariff hike: POS operators may raise charges – AMMBAN
The Association of Mobile Money & Bank Agents in Nigeria (AMMBAN) has warned that its members may have no choice…
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Telecoms tariff hike won’t be more than 60%, says Bosun Tijani
The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has revealed that the impending telecommunications tariff hike won’t be…
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LemFi expands into Europe with zero-fee money transfers for Nigerians
On Thursday, January 9, 2025, LemFi, the fast-growing remittance startup, announced its expansion into Europe, covering Italy, France, and Spain.…
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South African law firm in trouble for allegedly using ChatGPT to create fake legal citations
On Thursday, January 9, 2025, a law firm in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, is facing serious trouble for allegedly using AI…
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NBS to restart services on January 15 after cyberattack disruption
On Thursday, January 9, 2025, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) confirmed that it will resume operations on Monday, January…
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Nigeria to raise call, data, and SMS costs, but it won’t be by 100%
On Thursday, January 9, 2025, the Nigerian government announced plans to increase prices for calls, data, and SMS messages in…
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Terrahaptix records $2M in revenue in year one, as it begins South Africa exportation
On Thursday, December 19, Nigerian drone company Terrahaptix celebrated a major achievement, reaching $2 million in revenue during its first…
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Tyme hits $1.5B valuation as Nubank leads $250M investment into South African digital bank
On Thursday, December 19, Tyme, a South African digital bank, reached a major milestone, securing a $250 million Series D…
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Court defends Facebook against ₦60 billion fine, halts Nigerian government action
On Thursday, December 19, a Federal High Court in Lagos temporarily blocked the Nigerian government from enforcing a ₦60 billion…
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Bamboo unlocks exciting opportunity for Africans to trade U.S. stocks with new US licence
On Thursday, December 19, Bamboo, a Nigerian investment app, made a huge leap forward by securing a U.S. broker-dealer licence…
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Juicyway steps out of stealth mode after processing $1.3 billion in cross-border payments for African businesses
On Monday, December 16, Juicyway, a fast-growing fintech company, announced its official launch after quietly processing over $1.3 billion in…
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MTN sets sights on digital banking in South Africa as new rules open doors for non-bank players
On Monday, December 16, MTN, one of Africa’s largest mobile networks, announced exciting plans to start offering banking services in…
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Equator Africa Fund receives $5M to help boost climate startups across Africa
On Monday, December 16, Equator Africa Fund, a company that helps start-ups focused on solving climate problems in Sub-Saharan Africa,…
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