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Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
Kenya, France Partner on New Science and Engineering Complex at University of Nairobi
Ooredoo, du Partner on Landmark Subsea Cable Project to Boost UAE Digital Connectivity
Guinea Signs Deal for Second Submarine Fibre-Optic Cable to Expand Internet Capacity
Omantel Launches AI Centre of Excellence to Boost Oman’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem
Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
Kenya, France Partner on New Science and Engineering Complex at University of Nairobi
Ooredoo, du Partner on Landmark Subsea Cable Project to Boost UAE Digital Connectivity
Guinea Signs Deal for Second Submarine Fibre-Optic Cable to Expand Internet Capacity
Omantel Launches AI Centre of Excellence to Boost Oman’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem

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Kenya has contained a coordinated cyberattack that temporarily took several government websites offline. Authorities restored access, launched a major forensic investigation, and issued safety guidelines as the country strengthens its cybersecurity defenses.

Why small businesses are becoming more vulnerable to cyberattacks – Report

A report by cybersecurity firm, Sophos, has revealed a surge in attacks on small and medium businesses (SMBs) globally, blaming it on their lack of…

By: Wura Oba

Google not shutting down Gmail

Google is not shutting down Gmail, as the email platform asserted, “Gmail is here to stay” in response to a viral hoax tweet claiming the…

By: Wura Oba

2023 was regarded as the year of AI. Now it is 2024 and the ‘AI craze’ seems to not be dying down soon. Amongst other tech giants, Google has now rolled out its own AI chatbot.

Here is how Google’s new AI tool, Gemini works

2023 was regarded as the year of AI. Now it is 2024 and the ‘AI craze’ seems to not be dying down soon. Amongst other…

By: IBK

Nigerians are looking for useful investment portfolios and platforms to preserve their hard-earned money in a macroeconomic environment currently witnessing one of its worst trends in the last decade based on useful economic indicators and indices.

N900 million minimum capital for IMTOs, here’s what the new CBN requirements mean for players

In a revised guidelines document released on Wednesday, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has established a minimum operating capital requirement for International Money Transfer…

By: IBK

One of the issues that have always plagued the burgeoning crypto industry is hacks and exploits. To cap off a memorable January of 2024, reports emerged yesterday that Ripple Executive Chairman, Chris Larsen suffered a $112 million exploit in his personal account. 

Global crypto community lost at least $210 million to hacks in January 2024

One of the issues that have always plagued the burgeoning crypto industry is hacks and exploits. To cap off a memorable January of 2024, reports…

By: Africa Innovation Watch

Navigating the evolving landscape of DDoS attacks

In the relentless evolution of cyber threats, Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks have continued to be a disruptive force, leaving organisations, industries, and nation-states…

By: IBK

As of 2021, the country has a total of 191.4 million bank accounts, with 133.5 million actively in use…

CBN lifting the crypto ban and what it means for Nigerian crypto users

The journey from the imposition of the crypto ban in February 2021 to its removal in December 2023 reflects the dynamic nature of the crypto…

By: IBK

The New York Times Sues OpenAI and Microsoft Over Alleged Copyright Violations

The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft, accusing them of using its copyrighted content without permission to train AI tools…

By: Wura Oba

Criminals responsible for ATM card-swapping fraud employ tactics like skimming devices and hidden cameras

All you need to know about ATM card-swapping fraud and how to avoid it

Criminals responsible for ATM card-swapping fraud employ tactics like skimming devices and hidden cameras…

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…

By: Africa Innovation Watch

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