Kaspersky has signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Smart Africa to enhance digital security on the African continent. According to details of the MOU, the agreement is set to drive collaborative efforts aimed at expanding cybersecurity capabilities throughout Africa and build essential cybersecurity skills via training programs, including […]
… Opens Tech Hub To Facilitate Digital Training Fast-rising technology hub and digital skills training platform, darey.io is set to open a physical technology hub in Lagos. Darey.io, which has operated since 2021 as a virtual office, training youths within and outside the country via its remote and digital platform, […]
ALX, Africa’s leading tech career accelerator, is celebrating a major win for young African talent as 21 exceptional learners from the ALX Pathway program secure prestigious scholarships from the Mastercard Foundation to pursue further studies at the African Leadership College of Higher Education (ALCHE). Among them, seven outstanding scholars are […]
FlashChange, a forward-thinking financial service company that is redefining how digital assets are traded and managed, has recently participated at the Lagos Tech Fest, a two-day event that brought together key stakeholders, industry leaders, and tech enthusiasts to discuss the future of technology in Africa. The CEO of FlashChange, Bidemi […]
PalmPay, a leading fintech platform in Nigeria, announced the launch of its experience center in Lagos, further expanding its commitment to customer engagement and support. The grand launch event, held at the newly inaugurated office, featured a guided tour of the facility along with goodwill messages from partners and customers. […]
As part of its unwavering commitment to elevating Nigeria to premier status in the global digital economy by harnessing the potential of digital innovation to drive national prosperity and inclusivity, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reiterated its strategic foresight and agility towards the sustainability of digital growth […]
The Federal Government has commenced the construction of the Sustainable & Emerging Technologies Institute (SETI), a project meant to secure the socio-economic wellbeing of the future generation, under the supervision of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), The Presidency. The Executive Vice Chaiman/Chief Executive Officer (EVC/CEO) of […]
Kaspersky Threat Research expertise center has discovered a new data-stealing Trojan, SparkCat, active in AppStore and Google Play since March 2024. This is the first known instance of optical recognition-based malware appearing in AppStore. SparkCat uses machine learning to scan image galleries and steal screenshots containing cryptocurrency wallet recovery phrases. […]
LG Electronics has once again consolidated its position as a global technology leader by securing over 100 prestigious awards and accolades at CES 2025. Recognised for groundbreaking innovations across multiple categories, LG’s commitment to cutting-edge technology and consumer-focused solutions continues to earn widespread acclaim. Amidst this global recognition, the Managing […]
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has called on telecommunications service providers in Nigeria to ensure quality service improvements following the recent approval granted by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for operators to increase tariff by up to 50%. Acknowledging the financial limitations faced by operators, including high […]