Nigeria has quietly recalibrated its approach to regulating global technology companies, choosing long-term compliance over immediate financial gain in its high-profile case involving Meta Platforms Inc.. Fresh disclosures show that the $32.8 million penalty initially imposed on the tech giant…
Nigeria’s fast-growing digital economy is running into a familiar problem: not enough skilled hands to power its expanding infrastructure. As demand for cloud services, artificial intelligence workloads and digital platforms rises, industry operators are warning that the country’s data centre…
In a major shift that could redefine the global artificial intelligence landscape, Microsoft has agreed to end its exclusive licensing arrangement with OpenAI, opening the door for broader partnerships and intensifying competition across the cloud computing market. The announcement, reported…
Shares of Qualcomm surged sharply in early trading on Monday after reports emerged that OpenAI is working with the chipmaker to develop advanced processors for a new generation of artificial intelligence-focused smartphones. The development, which also involves MediaTek, signals a…
The ongoing conflict involving Iran is now sending shockwaves far beyond the battlefield, spilling directly into the global technology industry and pushing up the cost of everyday electronics. From smartphones to data centres, the supply chain that powers modern digital…
The global technology community is watching closely as Elon Musk and Sam Altman prepare to face each other in what is shaping up to be one of the most consequential legal battles in the history of artificial intelligence. At the…
A growing call has emerged for stronger recognition of innovation in Northern Nigeria, as stakeholders warn that the region’s technology ecosystem remains underreported despite increasing activity. This appeal comes from entrepreneur and ecosystem advocate Johnpaul Nwobodo, who insists that a…
Nigeria’s fast-growing fintech ecosystem took centre stage in Lagos last week as industry leaders gathered to discuss the future of digital finance, with OPay emerging as a dominant voice at the inaugural summit. At a time when financial technology is…
A quiet but significant shift is coming to how Nigerians move money. If you regularly send funds through your bank app or a fintech platform, you will soon notice a new pattern in charges. Transfers above ₦10,000 will now cost…
In a move that reflects the growing convergence of fintech, blockchain, and digital identity systems, Cryptonia has rebranded to Evolution, positioning itself as a platform designed to power what it describes as global citizens. The development, reported by TechCabal on…
Nigeria is taking another bold step towards strengthening its digital future, as the National Information Technology Development Agency unveils a new innovation hub initiative aimed at empowering millions of young Nigerians. The programme, designed in collaboration with the National Youth…
Students of Yaba College of Technology have taken a bold step into Nigeria’s growing innovation space with the unveiling of an electric tricycle and an artificial intelligence-powered delivery platform designed to address real-world mobility and logistics challenges. The twin innovations,…
Nigeria’s ambition to build a robust digital economy is entering a decisive phase, as the Federal Government intensifies efforts to pass a comprehensive Digital Economy and e-Governance Bill designed to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence and cloud computing across…
Nigeria’s financial system is entering a decisive phase as regulators and industry stakeholders intensify efforts to secure digital transactions. The Chartered Risk Management Institute of Nigeria has thrown its weight behind recent reforms introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria,…
The Nigerian Copyright Commission has renewed its call for stronger protection of intellectual property rights, stressing that safeguarding creative works and innovations is critical to driving Nigeria’s economic growth and global competitiveness. Speaking in line with growing concerns about piracy,…