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Technology · ThisDay ·
Airtel Launches Starlink Mobile in Africa
Airtel has launched Starlink Mobile in Africa, marking a new move in the region’s telecommunications and connectivity market. The development indicates a partnership or service expansion involving satellite-backed mobile access, with potential implications for network coverage and digital access across African markets.
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Technology · Nigerian Tribune ·
GitHub suffers major outage, disrupts developers worldwide
GitHub experienced a major outage that disrupted access to its services and affected developers worldwide. The incident likely interrupted coding, collaboration and software workflows for users who rely on the platform for hosting, version control and project management.
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Technology · Vanguard ·
FG unveils national cloud policy, targets $750m investment in 24 months
The Federal Government has unveiled a national cloud policy and set a target of attracting 750 million dollars in investment within the next 24 months. The move points to a technology-focused plan aimed at expanding cloud-related development and investment in Nigeria.
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Technology · Nairametrics ·
NITDA warns Zoom users over vulnerability that could allow attackers take over accounts
Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency has warned Zoom users about a security vulnerability that could let attackers gain control of accounts, urging awareness around the risk affecting users of the video conferencing platform.
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Technology · BusinessDay ·
FG to deploy 3,700 telecom towers from October to connect 20m Nigerians
The federal government is set to begin deploying 3,700 telecom towers from October as part of plans to expand connectivity across the country. The rollout is aimed at bringing telecommunications access to about 20 million Nigerians who are currently underserved or unconnected.
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Technology · The Punch ·
ECOWAS picks 60 startups from 6,000 for regional awards
ECOWAS has selected 60 startups from a pool of 6,000 applicants for regional awards, indicating a competitive screening process across member states. The development points to a regional effort to recognise promising ventures and highlight innovation within the West African startup ecosystem.
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Technology · Nigerian Tribune ·
AI, new oil of Niger Delta — NDDC
The Niger Delta Development Commission says artificial intelligence should be seen as the new oil of the Niger Delta, signalling its view that digital innovation and technology-driven opportunities could play a major role in the region’s future development and economic relevance.
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Technology · Leadership News ·
Apple To Change iPhone Ad Consent Rules
Apple is set to change the rules governing ad consent on iPhones, indicating an update to how users may be asked to approve advertising-related tracking or data use on its devices. The move points to a shift in the company’s approach to mobile advertising permissions.
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Technology · Daily Trust ·
From Research to Practice: NASENI and The Gambia Plan to Build Africa’s Technology Future
NASENI and The Gambia are set to collaborate on advancing Africa’s technology future, with a focus on moving research into practical application. The development points to a partnership aimed at strengthening innovation, technology development and broader capacity for growth on the continent.
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Technology · BusinessDay ·
The Simple Safety Technology More Seniors Are Using To Prevent Emergencies
More older adults are increasingly adopting a simple safety technology aimed at reducing the risk of emergencies. The report focuses on how the tool is being used by seniors as part of everyday preventive measures to improve personal safety and emergency response readiness.
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Technology · Nigerian Tribune ·
Meta faces child privacy trial that could transform Instagram, Facebook
Meta is facing a child privacy trial that could lead to significant changes in how Instagram and Facebook handle younger users’ data and safety protections. The case may have wide implications for the company’s policies, platform design, and regulatory scrutiny around child privacy.
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Technology · The Punch ·
FG, Meta plan AI academy to boost Nigeria’s tech talent
The Federal Government and Meta are planning an artificial intelligence academy aimed at developing Nigeria’s technology talent. The initiative suggests a partnership focused on training and skills development in AI, with the goal of strengthening the country’s digital workforce and broader tech capacity.
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Technology · BusinessDay ·
Meta, FG partner to increase AI skills, startup innovation in Nigeria
Meta and the Federal Government are collaborating to strengthen artificial intelligence skills and support startup innovation in Nigeria. The partnership points to efforts to build local tech talent, encourage entrepreneurship, and expand opportunities within the country’s digital economy.
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Technology · PM News ·
How the Phone Became Africa’s Favourite Sports Companion
The report examines how mobile phones have become a central way many people in Africa follow sports, offering access to live updates, scores, discussions and related content. It highlights the phone’s growing role in shaping how fans engage with sporting events across the continent.
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Technology · Nairametrics ·
Nigeria’s broadband speed jumps 155% as fibre connections triple
Nigeria’s broadband speed has increased by 155%, while fibre connections have tripled, indicating a significant improvement in internet infrastructure and access. The development points to faster connectivity and broader fibre network adoption across the country.
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Technology · Complete Sports ·
Why Are Elite Mobile Card Players Choosing Teen Patti Master To Level Up Their Strategy?
The piece examines why top mobile card players are turning to Teen Patti Master to improve their strategic play, focusing on the platform’s role in helping experienced users refine skills and elevate performance in competitive card gaming.
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Technology · The Punch ·
Apple to change app data consent rules, says regulator
A regulator says Apple is set to change its rules on how apps obtain user consent for data collection and use. The development points to an update in the company’s privacy or platform policies affecting app developers and how personal data permissions are managed.
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Technology · Nigerian Tribune ·
The long road to justice for survivors of AI-enabled drone wars in Nigeria
The report focuses on the prolonged struggle for justice faced by survivors affected by AI-enabled drone warfare in Nigeria, highlighting accountability and redress challenges linked to emerging military technology and conflict-related harm.
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Technology · Nairametrics ·
Africa’s data centre demand could surge 5x by 2030, require $20 billion
Africa’s demand for data centres is projected to increase fivefold by 2030, with an estimated $20 billion needed to meet the expected expansion. The headline points to significant growth in the continent’s digital infrastructure needs over the next several years.
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Technology · BusinessDay ·
The startup gap dividing Africa’s two biggest tech hubs
BusinessDay reports on differences shaping the startup landscape between Africa’s two largest tech hubs, focusing on a widening gap in growth, funding, or ecosystem strength. The piece centres on how that divide is influencing competition and development across the continent’s technology sector.