Technology
NITDA warns Nigerians of major eSIM security flaw affecting over 2 billion devices globally
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has issued a critical alert about a newly discovered vulnerability in embedded SIM (eSIM) technology, warning that the flaw could expose more than 2 billion smartphones, tablets, wearables, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices to large-scale cyber threats. The flaw is linked to…
Read More »Nigeria, Ethiopia join forces to boost African drone manufacturing
Ethiopia and Nigeria have joined forces to develop a fleet of domestically produced drones for both civilian and military applications. As part of the collaboration, Ethiopian officials recently hosted members of the Nigerian Air Force at the country’s aircraft manufacturing and maintenance facilities. In return, Nigeria has pledged to organize…
Read More »Nigeria’s internet user base dips in June, but Data Consumption holds steady
Despite a slight drop in internet subscriptions in June, Nigerians’ appetite for data remains strong, with consumption figures continuing to rise, according to new data from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The latest industry statistics show that active internet subscriptions across mobile, fixed, and VoIP networks fell to 141.1 million…
Read More »Invest in Women-led Tech – Minister Urges Private Sector
The Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, has urged the private sector to invest in women-led tech hubs and support workplace policies that empower women in the society. The Minister, Dr Bosun Tijani, made this call on Friday in Abuja, during a press conference to mark this year’s World…
Read More »Bill Gates Launches $200bn Giveaway for World’s Poorest
Microsoft co-founder pledges nearly all personal wealth to fight poverty, disease, and inequality worldwide. Bill Gates has announced plans to donate nearly his entire fortune—estimated at $108 billion—by 2045 through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, aiming to channel around $200 billion to global health, poverty reduction, and education initiatives.…
Read More »Microsoft announces $1m AI training for Nigerian techies
Microsoft announces $1 million investment to train one million Nigerians in AI skillsMicrosoft has announced a $1 million investment to equip one million Nigerians with artificial intelligence (AI) skills. The initiative, unveiled during the Microsoft AI Tour in Lagos on Wednesday, aligns with Nigeria’s National AI Strategy and aims to…
Read More »Microsoft, OpenAI Investigate ‘Data Theft’ by Chinese AI Startup DeepSeek
Microsoft and OpenAI are investigating claims that the Chinese AI startup DeepSeek may have stolen data from OpenAI’s technology. The issue surfaced last fall when Microsoft’s security team noticed suspicious activity, suspecting that individuals linked to DeepSeek were using OpenAI’s API to extract large amounts of data illegally. Microsoft, OpenAI’s…
Read More »Expert advocates efficient utilization of robotics technology in Nigeria
By Deborah Nnamdi An expert in robotics and embedded systems, Dr Onyema Edward, has called for the effective deployment of robotic technology in all sectors of Nigeria to tackle issues and to positively impact humanity as well as the environment.In a statement in Uyo on Monday. Edward, who was recently…
Read More »TikTok back in the U.S. after temporary block
TikTok announced on Sunday that it is restoring service to U.S. users following a brief suspension the previous evening. The decision came after President-elect Donald Trump provided key assurances to the company’s service providers. “We are in the process of restoring service and thank President Trump for offering the clarity…
Read More »The Last Dance: TikTok’s struggle to remain in the U.S.
By Austin Manekator The final chapter scroll of the sensational social media platform TikTok has been made in the United States – at about midnight as the ban on the platform takes effect. The world’s most downloaded app is caught in political wrangling, national security concerns, and cultural upheaval. On…
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