In a major development for digital governance in West Africa, the technology firm Cybastion has expanded its footprint in Benin by supporting a comprehensive overhaul of the country’s SECUROUTE platform. The effort is part of a broader drive to modernise…

In a development that has captured the attention of the global tech industry, London-based artificial intelligence start-up Synthesia has just reached a valuation of $4 billion after raising $200 million in new funding. According to Business Chief, the fresh investment…

Lagos is set to make history at the end of this month as organisers confirm that the prestigious Tech Revolution Africa 2026 Conference will take place in Nigeria’s bustling economic centre. The two-day event is shaping up to be a…

In global markets on Monday, a clear shift took place as investors reassessed the lofty valuations of technology stocks and dialled down expectations ahead of a key corporate earnings season. New insights from leading strategist Julian Emanuel at Evercore ISI…

Kenya’s economy is set for a year of resilient performance in 2026, according to the latest Economic Outlook 2026 report released by the Mastercard Economics Institute (MEI). The annual analysis highlights how ongoing global shifts in trade, technology adoption, and…

Across major African markets, including Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, South Africa and Morocco, there is a noticeable shift happening in how venture capital and institutional money are flowing into tech startups. After years of investor caution, portfolio write-downs and slow dealmaking…

Samsung is preparing to launch its next big flagship phone, and the excitement is building among tech fans in Nigeria and around the world. The Galaxy S26 Ultra has been the subject of numerous leaks and insider tips in recent…

In the fast-evolving world of investing and technology, 2026 is shaping up to be a key year for artificial intelligence (AI) stocks. Most investors focus on big names like Nvidia and Google. Yet, one company has quietly positioned itself to…

Technology watchers are looking toward a big shift in the laptop market in 2026 as Nvidia’s ambitious new chips, the Nvidia N1 and Nvidia N1X, edge closer to release. This development points to an exciting period for gamers and creators…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has renewed its pledge to make Nigeria’s digital transformation truly inclusive by prioritising persons with disabilities in national technology programmes. The agency says digital empowerment must reach every Nigerian, regardless of physical ability,…

In a study making waves across the technology world, researchers from top American universities have shown that some advanced artificial intelligence systems can produce long sections of copyrighted books almost exactly as they were written. This finding challenges widespread assumptions…

TikTok has taken a bold step that reshapes its future in the United States with the appointment of seasoned executive Adam Presser as Chief Executive Officer of its newly established US joint venture. This change comes after a long period…

Across the capitals of Africa, students and young professionals are struggling to balance the cost of data and the cost of online learning. While the digital revolution promised easier access to education through laptops and mobile phones, the reality in…

Nigeria’s rapid growth in artificial intelligence (AI) use is impressive, but behind the headlines lies a deeper truth. While millions of Nigerians interact with AI daily through chatbots and learning tools, the country still struggles to harness this powerful technology…