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Nigeria to Establish Institute for Robotics and Artificial Intelligence

Nigeria is set to launch a new institute dedicated to the study and advancement of robotics and artificial intelligence (AI), spearheaded by Professor Bart Nnaji

MTN Eyes Satellite Partnerships to Boost Internet Access in Africa

MTN, Africa’s largest mobile operator, is exploring partnerships with low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellite providers, including SpaceX’s Starlink, to bridge connectivity gaps in rural and remote areas

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What’s the One Thing Holding Your Business Back?

Picture this: You’ve got a small business bursting with potential. Your ideas are innovative, your products are solid, and your customers love what you’re offering. But no matter how hard you try, something keeps slowing you down—profit margins aren’t what they should be, and growth feels like one step forward, two steps back. If this…

How Inflation Is A Major Nightmare For African Startups – Report

A recent report by Flourish Ventures, titled “Passion and Perseverance: Voices from the African Founder Journey”, has unveiled the mounting challenges faced by Nigerian founders. Chief among these is the country’s soaring inflation rate, with 66% of Nigerian founders identifying it as their top stressor. The study, which surveyed 169 founders across 13 African countries,…

Anambra State Propels Digital Transformation with ‘Solution Wi-Fi’ Rollout

A key milestone in this vision is the launch of Solution Wi-Fi, a high-speed internet initiative designed to provide seamless digital access to residents across the state.

How To Save Your Phone From using So Much Data

The increasing reliance on digital technology in Nigeria has given rise to widespread concerns about rapid data depletion. According to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), issues related to data usage and billing are now the leading telecom consumer complaints. This phenomenon reflects Nigeria’s growing digital footprint, underscored by a sharp rise in internet connectivity and…

Airbound Secures $1.7M Seed Funding to Revolutionize Global Drone Delivery

We scrutinized every vehicle system to reduce weight, enhance safety, and maximize efficiency,” said Naman Pushp, founder and CEO of Airbound

Why Did Carbon Halt Its Debit Card Services? The Untold Story Behind the Six-Month Pause

In the fast-evolving world of digital banking, convenience is king. Carbon, one of Nigeria’s pioneering digital banks, learned this lesson the hard way when it abruptly discontinued its debit card services in June 2024. The decision came as a shock to many customers, especially since the cards had been a key feature of Carbon's transition…