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PayPal faces a new wave of fake invoice scams just days after announcing its partnership with OpenAI. Cybercriminals are using real PayPal email accounts in a sophisticated TOAD attack to steal user credentials and payment details.Fake Invoice Alert: PayPal Hit by TOAD Cyberattack Days After OpenAI Partnership
MTN partners with Microsoft to launch EVA 3.0, a next-generation cloud analytics platform built on Microsoft Azure. The upgrade enhances customer experience, boosts operational efficiency, and supports responsible AI in South Africa and beyond.MTN Completes Major Cloud Modernisation with Microsoft, Launches EVA 3.0 in South Africa
The SEC has revealed that Nigerians lost ₦300.2 billion to Ponzi schemes like MMM, MBA Forex, and Famzhi Interbiz Ltd. The commission warns that actual losses may be higher due to unreported cases and online scams.Nigerians Lost Over ₦300 Billion to Ponzi Schemes in Recent Years – SEC Reveals
PayPal is integrating with ChatGPT through the Agentic Commerce Protocol (ACP) to enable seamless in-chat payments by 2026. Here’s how Nigerians can benefit — and the major limitations they still face.PayPal Adopts Agentic Commerce Protocol to Power Payments in ChatGPT by 2026 — What It Means for Nigerians
The Digital Runway: Fashion in the Age of Search The surge in Google fashion searches demonstrates how Nigerians are using digital platforms to explore, create, and share their evolving sense of style. With fashion inspiration just a search away, the country’s youthful and connected population is driving a digital fashion renaissance — one that bridges the past and future, tradition and innovation. As Lagos Fashion Week unfolds, one thing is clear: Nigeria’s fashion story is being rewritten — online, on the runway, and in everyday wardrobes.Nigerians Are Reviving Heritage Fashion: New Google Search Trends Reveal Vintage and Cultural Comeback
PayPal faces a new wave of fake invoice scams just days after announcing its partnership with OpenAI. Cybercriminals are using real PayPal email accounts in a sophisticated TOAD attack to steal user credentials and payment details.Fake Invoice Alert: PayPal Hit by TOAD Cyberattack Days After OpenAI Partnership
MTN partners with Microsoft to launch EVA 3.0, a next-generation cloud analytics platform built on Microsoft Azure. The upgrade enhances customer experience, boosts operational efficiency, and supports responsible AI in South Africa and beyond.MTN Completes Major Cloud Modernisation with Microsoft, Launches EVA 3.0 in South Africa
The SEC has revealed that Nigerians lost ₦300.2 billion to Ponzi schemes like MMM, MBA Forex, and Famzhi Interbiz Ltd. The commission warns that actual losses may be higher due to unreported cases and online scams.Nigerians Lost Over ₦300 Billion to Ponzi Schemes in Recent Years – SEC Reveals
PayPal is integrating with ChatGPT through the Agentic Commerce Protocol (ACP) to enable seamless in-chat payments by 2026. Here’s how Nigerians can benefit — and the major limitations they still face.PayPal Adopts Agentic Commerce Protocol to Power Payments in ChatGPT by 2026 — What It Means for Nigerians
The Digital Runway: Fashion in the Age of Search The surge in Google fashion searches demonstrates how Nigerians are using digital platforms to explore, create, and share their evolving sense of style. With fashion inspiration just a search away, the country’s youthful and connected population is driving a digital fashion renaissance — one that bridges the past and future, tradition and innovation. As Lagos Fashion Week unfolds, one thing is clear: Nigeria’s fashion story is being rewritten — online, on the runway, and in everyday wardrobes.Nigerians Are Reviving Heritage Fashion: New Google Search Trends Reveal Vintage and Cultural Comeback

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Vision 2026–2030: Building a Digital Tunisia Looking ahead, Prime Minister Al-Zanzari announced the development of a unified national vision for digital transformation (2026–2030). This roadmap will: Define strategic objectives Establish timelines and milestones Prioritize user experience and streamlined procedures The initiative ensures that Tunisia’s digitization efforts remain comprehensive, inclusive, and aligned with the country’s broader reform and economic growth agenda.

Tunisia Accelerates Digital Transformation with 138 New Projects

Tunisia launches 138 new digital transformation projects to modernize public administration, boost transparency, expand e-services, and strengthen its digital economy for global competitiveness….

By: Wura Obadare

Conclusion You no longer need complicated tools or endless editing hours to create professional social media content. With CapCut Desktop’s AI image generator, creators can design scroll-stopping visuals in seconds. Add music, stickers, and even AI avatar narrations, and your posts will stand out with personality and style. Whether you’re building a brand, teaching online, or sharing hobbies, CapCut makes content creation effortless and professional in 2025.

Creative Social Media Posts Made Easy with CapCut’s AI Image Generator

Discover how to create scroll-stopping social media posts with CapCut’s AI image generator. Learn step-by-step how to design unique visuals, add avatars, and boost engagement…

By: Cynthia Okafor

Constant tech use can lead to burnout, stress, and social media addiction. Learn how a digital detox can help you regain balance, boost mental health, and improve real-life connections.

Digital Detox: Why Taking a Break From Technology is Essential for Mental Health

Constant tech use can lead to burnout, stress, and social media addiction. Learn how a digital detox can help you regain balance, boost mental health,…

By: Cynthia Okafor

Fresh allegations reveal that some NIMC agents in Abuja are charging up to N45,000–N55,000 for illegal NIN date of birth changes, despite the official correction fee being N28,574.

NIMC Agents Accused of Extorting Applicants for NIN Date of Birth Corrections in Abuja

Fresh allegations reveal that some NIMC agents in Abuja are charging up to N45,000–N55,000 for illegal NIN date of birth changes, despite the official correction…

By: Ovie George

Final Thoughts The New York Fed’s findings suggest that AI has so far been a tool for efficiency and retraining rather than mass layoffs. But as adoption accelerates, the long-term impact on jobs remains uncertain. Businesses may face difficult choices as they balance innovation with workforce stability in the coming years.

AI Adoption Has Limited Impact on Jobs So Far, New York Fed Reports

The New York Fed says rising AI adoption has not caused significant layoffs yet, with most firms opting for retraining instead of job cuts. However,…

By: Adamu Garba

How Long Does It Take to Get a Fintech Licence in Nigeria?

Getting a fintech licence in Nigeria can take 6–18 months depending on licence type and documentation. Learn requirements, costs, delays, and regulatory hurdles fintech startups…

By: Ovie George

Conclusion: A Call to Action for Africa’s AI Future The IFC’s warning is clear: Africa must act now to invest in AI infrastructure, skills, and regulatory frameworks. With its youthful population, growing digital adoption, and sector-specific success stories, Africa has the potential to become a global leader in AI-driven innovation. Failing to invest risks leaving the continent behind in what many call the fourth industrial revolution. But with the right policies and investments, AI could add billions to GDP, create millions of jobs, and drive inclusive growth across Africa.

IFC Warns Africa Risks Missing Out on AI Boom Without Urgent Investments

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) warns that Africa could miss the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) without urgent investments in infrastructure, skills, and regulation. Learn…

By: Cynthia Okafor

Conclusion: Closing Africa’s Technology Gap The IFC’s warning is a wake-up call: Africa must address its high technology costs to unlock its full digital potential. By bridging gaps in infrastructure, financing, and digital literacy, Africa can transform challenges into opportunities—boosting productivity, enabling entrepreneurship, and improving livelihoods for millions. With $6 billion already invested and continued support for startups and innovation, IFC is working with Africa to ensure that the continent can compete in the global digital economy.

African Businesses Face 35% Higher Technology Costs Than Global Peers – IFC

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) warns that African businesses face technology costs up to 35% higher than global averages. Learn how infrastructure gaps, limited financing,…

By: Cynthia Okafor

Internet monitor NetBlocks confirms restricted access to X, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, and Facebook in Turkey amid opposition party rallies and heightened political tensions.

The Digital Shift in Leisure: How Online Platforms Are Reshaping Entertainment Habits

Discover how digital platforms like streaming services, online gaming, YouTube, and podcasts are transforming entertainment habits in the digital age….

By: Wura Obadare

Artificial Intelligence can boost farm yields and lower losses – Expert says   

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Wootlab Innovations, Chioma Okoro has revealed that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the power to revolutionize agriculture in Nigeria by…

By: IBK

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The Digital Runway: Fashion in the Age of Search The surge in Google fashion searches demonstrates how Nigerians are using digital platforms to explore, create, and share their evolving sense of style. With fashion inspiration just a search away, the country’s youthful and connected population is driving a digital fashion renaissance — one that bridges the past and future, tradition and innovation. As Lagos Fashion Week unfolds, one thing is clear: Nigeria’s fashion story is being rewritten — online, on the runway, and in everyday wardrobes.

Nigerians Are Reviving Heritage Fashion: New Google Search Trends Reveal Vintage and Cultural Comeback

If your iPhone shows a “Slow Charger” warning after the iOS 26 update, don’t panic. Here are 8 key things to know about what it means, why it happens, and how to fix slow charging on your iPhone.

8 Things to Know About iPhone’s “Slow Charger” Warning — and How to Fix It

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