Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, has criticized his successor, Bosun Tijani, for relaunching the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR). Pantami expressed displeasure at Tijani’s announcement, feeling that his “legacy” was being claimed. Pantami’s criticism came after Tijani announced the relaunch of NCAIR with […]
Meta, the company behind Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, has expanded its AI service, “Meta AI,” to 12 countries outside the United States, including Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Canada, Australia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi. The rollout, currently available in English, aims to enhance connections and equip users with new creative, expressive, […]
In the first quarter of 2024, cash transactions in Nigeria surged to a staggering N237 trillion, marking an 88 percent increase from the previous year’s N126 trillion, according to new statistics from the Nigeria Interbank Settlement System (NIBSS). This surge underscores the country’s growing reliance on electronic payment channels, […]
MTN Group, in collaboration with Huawei, has officially inaugurated the Technology Innovation Lab at MTN Group’s headquarters, marking a significant milestone in their ongoing partnership across various digital domains. Initially announced during MWC 2024, the lab’s establishment aims to deepen collaboration, accelerate digital transformation, and promote sustainable development across Africa. […]
In a groundbreaking move, Elon Musk’s Starlink has unveiled a remarkable 45% reduction in hardware prices for its satellite internet service in Nigeria. The Starlink internet router, previously priced at N800,000, has now been slashed to an astonishing N440,000, as confirmed by the company’s recent price update. While the […]
Former Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, emerges as a driving force behind the dynamic evolution of Nigeria’s telecommunications industry, marking a significant stride towards economic advancement. During his tenure, Prof. Danbatta spearheaded a series of innovative policies and initiatives aimed at […]
TECNO’s Hi-Tech Launch Event was nothing short of a spectacle, captivating audiences with the unveiling of cutting-edge innovations. Amidst the buzz of the CAMON 30 and POVA 6 series, the spotlight shone brightly on the distinguished guests. Reality TV stars Saga, Elozonam, and Liquorose mingled with tech influencers Valor Reviews, […]
The Federal government’s recent announcement of plans to introduce three new national identity cards in May has received a chilly reception from the public. The initiative, aimed at targeting 104 million citizens, is part of a larger effort to establish a unified and secure digital identity framework across the nation. […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency, (NITDA) in conjunction with the Katsina State Enterprise Development Agency, KASEDA have organised a capacity-building and empowerment programme for 50 indigenes of the state to support the transformative growth of their businesses by leveraging digital technology. Read Also: NITDA BILL: ALTON Advises NITDA to […]
In the mood of the Easter celebrations precisely on the evening of April 2nd, 2024, fans favourite mobile device brand TECNO unveiled its latest innovative lineup of cutting-edge devices and AIoT products. The riveting mood and atmosphere at the famous Landmark Event Centre, where the unveiling was held, provided […]