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Unlike in Canada, where the company has blocked news content to protest a law that would compel it to pay publishers in the country, Meta says news organizations can continue to post links, Reels and so on to Facebook in those three territories. Users shouldn’t have any issues with accessing news content there either. According to Meta, this effort is to funnel resources toward services and products users care more about, and the changes are set to take effect in early December. Meta says it will honour existing Facebook News deals with publishers in the UK, France and Germany. However, it won’t renew those pacts or enter into new ones in those countries. Moreover, the company doesn’t “expect to offer new Facebook products specifically for news publishers in the future.” As news content currently comprises less than three per cent of the content displayed in users’ Facebook feeds, Meta asserts that users are primarily focused on short-form videos, connecting with others, and discovering opportunities, interests, and passionsMeta Earns $7 Billion Annually from Scam Ads on Facebook and Instagram, Report Reveals
Despite Bitcoin’s recent dip below $100,000, strong fundamentals, rising institutional adoption, and long-term scarcity make it a better investment bet than naira- or dollar-backed assets.Here’s Why I’ll Still Invest My ₦1 Million in Bitcoin Despite Its Latest Dip
A new Bolt and Ipsos report shows that women make up 70% of e-hailing passengers in Nigeria, highlighting growing female adoption of ride-hailing apps for safety, convenience, and flexibility.70% of E-Hailing Cab Users in Nigeria Are Women — New Bolt Report Reveals
Samsung and NVIDIA have joined forces to create the world’s first AI factory, combining advanced chip manufacturing with intelligent computing powered by NVIDIA GPUs — marking a new era in autonomous semiconductor production and digital transformation.Samsung and NVIDIA Partner to Build World’s First AI Factory, Pioneering the Future of Intelligent Chip Manufacturing
The Federal Ministry of Education has launched the upgraded NgREN integrated with the TERAS platform, creating a unified digital ecosystem to modernize teaching, learning, and research across Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.Nigeria’s Tertiary Institutions Gain Unified Digital Ecosystem with NgREN–TERAS Integration
Unlike in Canada, where the company has blocked news content to protest a law that would compel it to pay publishers in the country, Meta says news organizations can continue to post links, Reels and so on to Facebook in those three territories. Users shouldn’t have any issues with accessing news content there either. According to Meta, this effort is to funnel resources toward services and products users care more about, and the changes are set to take effect in early December. Meta says it will honour existing Facebook News deals with publishers in the UK, France and Germany. However, it won’t renew those pacts or enter into new ones in those countries. Moreover, the company doesn’t “expect to offer new Facebook products specifically for news publishers in the future.” As news content currently comprises less than three per cent of the content displayed in users’ Facebook feeds, Meta asserts that users are primarily focused on short-form videos, connecting with others, and discovering opportunities, interests, and passionsMeta Earns $7 Billion Annually from Scam Ads on Facebook and Instagram, Report Reveals
Despite Bitcoin’s recent dip below $100,000, strong fundamentals, rising institutional adoption, and long-term scarcity make it a better investment bet than naira- or dollar-backed assets.Here’s Why I’ll Still Invest My ₦1 Million in Bitcoin Despite Its Latest Dip
A new Bolt and Ipsos report shows that women make up 70% of e-hailing passengers in Nigeria, highlighting growing female adoption of ride-hailing apps for safety, convenience, and flexibility.70% of E-Hailing Cab Users in Nigeria Are Women — New Bolt Report Reveals
Samsung and NVIDIA have joined forces to create the world’s first AI factory, combining advanced chip manufacturing with intelligent computing powered by NVIDIA GPUs — marking a new era in autonomous semiconductor production and digital transformation.Samsung and NVIDIA Partner to Build World’s First AI Factory, Pioneering the Future of Intelligent Chip Manufacturing
The Federal Ministry of Education has launched the upgraded NgREN integrated with the TERAS platform, creating a unified digital ecosystem to modernize teaching, learning, and research across Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.Nigeria’s Tertiary Institutions Gain Unified Digital Ecosystem with NgREN–TERAS Integration

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The popular virtual book publishing company, OkadaBooks, has announced that it is shutting down its bookshelves on November 30.

OkadaBooks to shutdown on November 30

The popular virtual book publishing company, OkadaBooks, has announced that it is shutting down its bookshelves on November 30….

By: IBK

Key Takeaways: Vietnam’s National Credit Information Center database hacked. Shiny Hunters hacker group suspected of orchestrating the cyberattack. No operational disruption, but cybersecurity risks remain high. Experts warn banks may face higher cybersecurity costs to protect data. As Vietnam works to contain the breach, the incident underscores the urgent importance of cybersecurity in banking and finance, especially in emerging economies.

British-Nigerian man pleads guilty to $6m bank hacking crimes in New York spanning 7 years

A British-Nigerian individual, Idris Dayo Mustapha, has admitted guilt in New York for participating in cyberattacks for over seven years….

By: IBK

Kenyan government probes Huawei Over $12.57 million tax waiver

The Kenyan government has launched a probe into Huawei Technologies (Kenya) Ltd. concerning a significant tax waiver amounting to Ksh1.92 billion ($12.57 million)…

By: IBK

NCC Chief Urges Nokia to Boost R&D Investment in Nigeria

Dr. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has called on Nokia Networks to step up its investment…

By: Wura Oba

PalmPay, a prominent fintech company championing financial inclusion and economic empowerment in the country, has declared its readiness to spearhead Nigeria’s shift towards contactless payment systems. During the Zenith Tech Fair themed ‘Future Forward 3.0,’ Fey Wong, PalmPay’s Country Manager, discussing ‘The Next Frontier: Digital Wallets, Contactless Payments, and BNPL (Buy Now, Pay Later),’ affirmed the company’s commitment to driving contactless payment adoption in Nigeria. At the tech fair, Wong highlighted the potential of QR Code and NFC (near-field communication) payments as pivotal in driving Nigeria’s future contactless payment landscape. He assured that PalmPay is well-prepared for both technologies, emphasising their respective merits.

QR Codes could significantly reduce terminal costs in Nigeria, Palmpay’s Fey Wong says

PalmPay, a prominent fintech company championing financial inclusion and economic empowerment in the country, has declared its readiness to spearhead Nigeria’s shift towards contactless payment…

By: IBK

YouTube debuts ‘The Voices of Africa’ to celebrate Africa’s diversity

Ahead of the festive period, which sees many Africans visit their hometowns away from the cities in which they are based…

By: IBK

The new card has a tap-and-go contactless capability as well as a chip and PIN security feature…

Prime Bank, MDP partner to launch multicurrency contactless card

The new card has a tap-and-go contactless capability as well as a chip and PIN security feature……

By: IBK

OpenAI Vs Sam Altman: all you should know about the tussle that nearly toppled AI

Over the past week, the entire tech industry has been glued to their screens as the leading artificial intelligence company and creator of ChatGPT…

By: IBK

Qore is providing tailored fintech solutions designed specifically for African Financial Institutions

Qore’s COO, Mudiaga Umukoro talks about fintech in Nigeria and Qore’s cloud-native solutions

Qore is providing tailored fintech solutions designed specifically for African Financial Institutions…

By: IBK

Nigeria’s tech ecosystem has evolved significantly, becoming a hotspot for innovation and investment opportunities. A

Here are the top-performing Nigerian tech stocks that you should consider investing in right now

Nigeria’s tech ecosystem has evolved significantly, becoming a hotspot for innovation and investment opportunities. A…

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