Nigeria’s digital economic landscape is evolving at a speed that even industry veterans describe as remarkable. According to projections presented at a major economic forum in Lagos, the nation’s digital economy is on course to record an estimated $18.3 billion…
At the Tayo Aderinokun Hall, University of Lagos, a new chapter unfolded in Nigeria’s healthcare story when the 2025 STACK Reform Health Fair became the stage for young innovators to show how technology can improve health outcomes across the country.…
In the bustling bazaars of Lagos, Kano, Abuja, and cities across Nigeria, everyday buying and selling has always been more than transactions. It is personal, human and shaped by trust built over time. Yet in the rapid digitalisation of commerce,…
Satellite internet provider Starlink has crossed a major milestone, confirming that its global customer count now exceeds nine million users. This surge in subscribers reflects one of the fastest growth periods in the company’s history and highlights how demand for…
In the fast-moving world of quantum technology, a new venture capital initiative is generating real excitement. The quantum industry is no longer just early-stage science projects; it is moving closer to commercial reality. Yet even with huge potential in computing,…
OneDosh has officially launched its long‑anticipated cross‑border payments platform in both the United States and Nigeria, signalling a bold entry into the rapidly evolving global fintech arena. This launch marks the company’s first major payment corridor, offering Nigerians and Americans…
In a remarkable development for Nigeria’s innovation economy, tech start‑ups across the country and broader African continent have collectively raised $19.7 billion over the past seven years, marking a significant evolution in digital entrepreneurship and investor confidence in the region’s potential.…
In the quiet streets of the Benin Republic, a young boy’s curiosity about technology quietly took root. Achille Arouko, who would go on to become the co‑founder and chief executive officer of Bujeti, first encountered technology not through structured lessons…
Accra, Ghana’s parliament has taken a bold step that will reshape the nation’s financial terrain by passing a new law that legalises the widespread use of cryptocurrency and virtual assets. The move underscores the government’s intent to bring a fast‑expanding…
The rapid rise of artificial intelligence tools in everyday life has dramatically shifted how young people interact with technology. From generative chatbots to AI companions, children and teens are engaging with systems that simply did not exist a few years…
In a vibrant showcase of African ingenuity and technological excellence, Qualcomm Technologies Inc has successfully concluded the third year of its Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program, spotlighting the extraordinary rise of tech-led solutions across the continent. The year’s…
In an exciting development for global media, Al Jazeera Media Network has announced the rollout of a new artificial intelligence platform called The Core. This initiative is set to transform how journalism is produced and consumed around the world by…
In a powerful and thoughtful appeal that has stirred conversations across the continent today, Nigeria’s pioneer aerospace and aeronautical engineer, Mr Christopher Mbanefo, urged leaders and citizens of Africa to come together with a shared determination to prioritise emerging technologies…
Microsoft’s new AI boss, Mustafa Suleyman, has laid out a bold vision for the future of artificial intelligence and the role his company must play in shaping it for the world. In a recent interview on the popular Moonshots with…
In a decisive move to tighten security and improve the experience for travellers using foreign cards in Nigeria, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has instructed all banks and financial institutions operating in the country to roll out multi-factor authentication…
