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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 Future of AI-Powered Browsing The introduction of Gemini in Chrome marks a major step in Google’s mission to integrate AI assistance into everyday tools. By blurring the lines between web browsing and intelligent productivity, Google is positioning Chrome as more than just a browser—it’s becoming a smart companion for work, learning, and exploration.

CSquared raises $25m equity funding to fuel Africa expansion, announces Google’s exit

CSquared also announced that Google has exited its stakes with the company…

By: IBK

3MTT Initiative to Boost Nigerians’ Digital Skills to 70% by 2027 – NCC

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has affirmed that the Federal Government’s Three Million Technical Talent (3MTT) program has the potential to raise digital and technical…

By: Wura Oba

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

Once again, the Nigerian media is late to the artificial intelligence party, when is Our time

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

By: IBK

A new report warns that Nigeria’s AI growth could stall without stronger domestic funding, despite global investments and successful AI deployments across key sectors like health, education, and agriculture.

Harnessing the AI wave: Nigerian tech’s leap into UK’s innovation ecosystem

Two weeks ago, AI experts converged at the Artificial Intelligence Safety Summit 2023, in London, United Kingdom…

By: IBK

3MTT: Over 1 Million Applicants to Undergo Introductory AI Course – FG

The Federal Government has announced that more than one million applicants of the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) program will take an introductory course on…

By: Wura Oba

According to the Bank of England, the discussion paper published on Monday represents “an exploratory phase in developing the new regime.” After regulators receive feedback from stakeholders on these proposals, they will consult on the final rules.

Tech companies can now issue payment-based stablecoins in the UK under new policy

The United Kingdom’s (UK) central bank, the Bank of England (BOE), on Monday released its plan to govern the stablecoin market.  According to the published paper,…

By: Author Africa

The Biggest Airdrop in 2023: A Game-Changer for Africa

In the ever-evolving world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies, an extraordinary event is about to unfold, one that promises to be a game-changer not just for…

By: Author Africa

Discover how integrating automation, AI, and skilled analysts transforms Security Operations Centres (SOCs) into proactive guardians of business resilience. Written by cybersecurity expert Motunrayo Fransisca Ogundipe.

Nigeria has only 8,352 cybersecurity professionals as global demand rises to 4 million

According to a report released by the International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2), Nigeria and South Africa are facing a scarcity of cybersecurity professionals….

By: Author Africa

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and owner of X, has unveiled his latest creation, an artificial intelligence chatbot named “Grok” with a penchant for sarcasm and a playful sense of humour.

Elon Musk unveils new, humorous AI chatbot, “Grok” to rival ChatGPT

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and owner of X, has unveiled his latest creation, an artificial intelligence chatbot named “Grok” with a penchant for…

By: IBK

Bolt Nigeria says the program covers entrepreneurial skills, including Time Management, Productivity, Communication, Customer Service etc

Bolt Nigeria launches online training hub, to train 100 drivers weekly for 3 months

Bolt Nigeria says the program covers entrepreneurial skills, including Time Management, Productivity, Communication, Customer Service etc…

By: IBK

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