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Google has unveiled Gemini 3 Flash, a fast and efficient AI model designed for coding, reasoning, and interactive applications, replacing Gemini 2.5 Flash across Gemini and Search.Google Launches Gemini 3 Flash, High-Speed AI Model for Coding and Real-Time Apps
Technology lawyer Oladipupo Ige cautions that Nigeria’s tax data could face indirect exposure under the FIRS–France MoU, despite official assurances that data sovereignty remains intact.FIRS–France Tax Pact Triggers Fresh Questions Over Nigeria’s Data Sovereignty
A TLP Advisory report reveals Nigerian startups avoid NGX listings due to regulatory barriers, currency mismatch, undervaluation fears, and limited market liquidity, despite the launch of the NGX Technology Board in 2022.African Startup Funding Surges to $590m in November 2025 on Back of Major IPOs
Final Details Await Trump-Xi Meeting Bessent noted that while the framework is in place, the final details of the deal will be determined during a scheduled meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese Premier Xi Jinping on Friday. The outcome of the discussions could mark a turning point in both U.S.-China trade relations and the future of TikTok’s global operations, which have been closely watched by regulators, investors, and millions of users worldwide.TikTok Nears U.S. Compliance After Reaching Restructuring Deal With Oracle, Investors
Coursera and Udemy have entered a $2.5 billion all-stock merger to combine their global e-learning platforms, boost AI-driven innovation, and scale workforce education worldwide.Coursera to Merge With Udemy in $2.5bn All-Stock Deal to Expand AI-Powered Learning
Google has unveiled Gemini 3 Flash, a fast and efficient AI model designed for coding, reasoning, and interactive applications, replacing Gemini 2.5 Flash across Gemini and Search.Google Launches Gemini 3 Flash, High-Speed AI Model for Coding and Real-Time Apps
Technology lawyer Oladipupo Ige cautions that Nigeria’s tax data could face indirect exposure under the FIRS–France MoU, despite official assurances that data sovereignty remains intact.FIRS–France Tax Pact Triggers Fresh Questions Over Nigeria’s Data Sovereignty
A TLP Advisory report reveals Nigerian startups avoid NGX listings due to regulatory barriers, currency mismatch, undervaluation fears, and limited market liquidity, despite the launch of the NGX Technology Board in 2022.African Startup Funding Surges to $590m in November 2025 on Back of Major IPOs
Final Details Await Trump-Xi Meeting Bessent noted that while the framework is in place, the final details of the deal will be determined during a scheduled meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese Premier Xi Jinping on Friday. The outcome of the discussions could mark a turning point in both U.S.-China trade relations and the future of TikTok’s global operations, which have been closely watched by regulators, investors, and millions of users worldwide.TikTok Nears U.S. Compliance After Reaching Restructuring Deal With Oracle, Investors
Coursera and Udemy have entered a $2.5 billion all-stock merger to combine their global e-learning platforms, boost AI-driven innovation, and scale workforce education worldwide.Coursera to Merge With Udemy in $2.5bn All-Stock Deal to Expand AI-Powered Learning

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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

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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

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

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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…

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Nigerian academy of science raises concerns over poor facilities, funding challenges faced by scientists 

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AI is a dangerous tool in the hands of global terrorists, Eric Schmidt warns

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If the Nigerian media does not embrace AI soon, it will be at a serious disadvantage.

From AI to Contactless: Top trends shaping 2025 payments in Nigeria 

Digital payments are on the rise around the world as the adoption of most forms of digital payments, via websites, apps or in-store platforms, continues…

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Nigeria’s data privacy ecosystem can drive a trillion-dollar economy – NDPC 

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