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…
In a bold move that speaks directly to the challenges students face in today’s fast-changing job market, the Singapore Institute of Management has launched a highly anticipated digital tool called CareerSense, an AI career guidance platform for students. The rollout…
Millions of Nigerians know the moment well when travelling into the countryside or visiting far-flung communities, and their mobile phones lose signal. Even though about 88 per cent of the population has some level of terrestrial network access, many rural…
2025 will be remembered as the year cybercrime struck across industries and continents. From multinational corporations to critical infrastructure, no one was spared from the reach of sophisticated hackers and organised cybercrime syndicates. Data theft, system outages, ransomware and operational…
In a move that has captured global attention and stirred intense debate across Silicon Valley and beyond, OpenAI is reportedly in talks to raise a staggering $100 billion funding round that could place its valuation at around $830 billion. If…
