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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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Meet the most powerful CEO’s in Nigeria telecoms sector

In the first quater of 2023, Nigeria’s communication sector,made a significant contribution to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), accounting for 14.13%, equivalent to N2.50…

By: Wura Oba

African fintech giant Flutterwave has responded to the Bank of Ghana’s suspension of certain remittance services, assuring customers and stakeholders that its core financial operations remain unaffected.

Africa Fintech Summit announces Flutterwave as lead fintech sponsor for the 10th Anniversary Summit in Lusaka, Zambia

The Africa Fintech Summit is proud to announce Flutterwave as the Lead Fintech Sponsor for its highly anticipated 10th-edition summit, set to take place in…

By: IBK

In a tech-driven world where innovation and distinctiveness reign supreme, the PHANTOM Foldable Series by TECNO shines as a universal solution for all smartphone users.

5 reasons Phantom foldable devices are a must-have

In a tech-driven world where innovation and distinctiveness reign supreme, the PHANTOM Foldable Series by TECNO shines as a universal solution for all smartphone users….

By: IBK

Netflix will discontinue its free service in Kenya next month as part of its efforts to boost revenue amid heightened market competition.

Netflix to discontinue its free service in Kenya amid fierce competition

Netflix will discontinue its free service in Kenya next month as part of its efforts to boost revenue amid heightened market competition….

By: IBK

Visa to invest $100 million in generative AI startups 

Card payment company, Visa, has announced a new $100 million generative AI ventures initiative to invest in the next generation of companies focused on developing…

By: Wura Oba

South African fintech Stitch secures $25m to invest in its open banking solutions

Open banking, characterized by traditional banks opening up their data through application programming interfaces (APIs), has been a game-changer in the global payments landscape…

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.

How new trends like AI and NFT are helping the African entertainment industry

During the panel session titled “The Future of Entertainment with NFT and AI” at Technext Coinference 3.0, Paul Okeugo, Malik Afegbua, Venn Oputa, and Ebenezer…

By: IBK

Even at this time when funding has been stunted, Yele Bademosi is optimistic about the future of the ecosystem

Yele Bademosi insists blockchain is giving Africans access to global financial markets despite current realities

Even at this time when funding has been stunted, Yele Bademosi is optimistic about the future of the ecosystem…

By: IBK

Spotify has rolled out a new weekly “listening stats” feature that works like a mini Wrapped, giving users insights into their top songs, artists, and playlists every week. Available to both free and premium users globally.

Nigerians are the second-highest consumers of podcasts in Africa behind South Africans – Spotify

The growth in podcast consumption in Nigeria is attributed to the younger generation, particularly Gen Z, aged between 18 and 24 years…

By: IBK

Conclusion If executed as planned, Google’s latest investment will not only strengthen Africa’s internet infrastructure but also position the continent as a key frontier for global technology growth. With localized hubs supporting subsea cables, Africa is on the path to faster connectivity, AI readiness, and broader digital inclusion.lan

Google to support small businesses in Nigeria with ₦75 million Hustle Academy Fund

To be eligible for the Hustle Academy SMB Fund, businesses must be Nigerian-founded, operating within Nigeria for 1-5 years, and have a clear and scalable…

By: IBK

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