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Can AI judges fix Nigeria’s justice system? Binance founder CZ proposes an “AI Judge Companion” to speed up court cases. Experts say it could help—but only with transparency, human oversight, and local reforms.Can ‘AI Judges’ Fix Nigeria’s Justice System?
Facebook hosted a VIP Lounge at Lagos Fashion Week 2025, celebrating creativity, culture, and community. The event showcased how Nigerian creators use Facebook tools like Reels, Groups, and Marketplace to connect and grow.Facebook Hosts VIP Hub for Creators at Lagos Fashion Week 2025
Globacom (Glo) confirms network outage across FCT, Kano, Kaduna, Jos, and Bauchi due to multiple fibre cuts. NCC reports over 19,000 fibre cuts in 2025, threatening Nigeria’s digital economy.Fibre Cut: Glo Confirms Network Outage in FCT, Kano, Jos, Kaduna, and Bauchi
OpenAI and AWS announce a $38 billion partnership to power next-gen AI with NVIDIA GPU infrastructure. The deal scales ChatGPT and future AI workloads using AWS’s secure, high-performance compute clusters.OpenAI and AWS Announce $38 Billion Strategic Partnership to Power Next-Gen AI with NVIDIA GPU Infrastructure
MTN Nigeria and Ericsson deploy the energy-efficient AIR 3284 triple-band radio to enhance 4G capacity and prepare for 5G rollout. The new system boosts speed, cuts power use, and optimizes network performance in real time.MTN Nigeria and Ericsson Deploy Energy-Efficient Triple-Band Radio to Support 5G Evolution
Can AI judges fix Nigeria’s justice system? Binance founder CZ proposes an “AI Judge Companion” to speed up court cases. Experts say it could help—but only with transparency, human oversight, and local reforms.Can ‘AI Judges’ Fix Nigeria’s Justice System?
Facebook hosted a VIP Lounge at Lagos Fashion Week 2025, celebrating creativity, culture, and community. The event showcased how Nigerian creators use Facebook tools like Reels, Groups, and Marketplace to connect and grow.Facebook Hosts VIP Hub for Creators at Lagos Fashion Week 2025
Globacom (Glo) confirms network outage across FCT, Kano, Kaduna, Jos, and Bauchi due to multiple fibre cuts. NCC reports over 19,000 fibre cuts in 2025, threatening Nigeria’s digital economy.Fibre Cut: Glo Confirms Network Outage in FCT, Kano, Jos, Kaduna, and Bauchi
OpenAI and AWS announce a $38 billion partnership to power next-gen AI with NVIDIA GPU infrastructure. The deal scales ChatGPT and future AI workloads using AWS’s secure, high-performance compute clusters.OpenAI and AWS Announce $38 Billion Strategic Partnership to Power Next-Gen AI with NVIDIA GPU Infrastructure
MTN Nigeria and Ericsson deploy the energy-efficient AIR 3284 triple-band radio to enhance 4G capacity and prepare for 5G rollout. The new system boosts speed, cuts power use, and optimizes network performance in real time.MTN Nigeria and Ericsson Deploy Energy-Efficient Triple-Band Radio to Support 5G Evolution

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Nigeria has joined the UN-endorsed Digital Public Goods Alliance (DPGA) to promote open-source technologies and inclusive digital transformation, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable development, innovation, and digital public infrastructure.

Nigeria Joins the Digital Public Goods Alliance to Advance Open and Inclusive Digital Transformation

Nigeria has joined the UN-endorsed Digital Public Goods Alliance (DPGA) to promote open-source technologies and inclusive digital transformation, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable development, innovation,…

By: Wura Obadare

Nigeria’s Central Bank has delayed the launch of its Open Banking system, despite having the regulatory framework in place. Here’s why the rollout was postponed and what’s next for the financial industry.

CBN Restricts POS Agents to One Bank Under New Regulatory Framework

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a new exclusivity rule requiring POS agents to operate under only one bank or fintech by April…

By: Ovie George

Xiaomi has officially launched the Xiaomi 15T and REDMI 15 smartphones in Nigeria. Discover their features, prices, and how Xiaomi continues to blend innovation and accessibility for Nigerian consumers.

From Leica Cameras to 7000mAh Batteries: Xiaomi Launches Xiaomi 15T and REDMI 15 in Nigeria

Xiaomi has officially launched the Xiaomi 15T and REDMI 15 smartphones in Nigeria. Discover their features, prices, and how Xiaomi continues to blend innovation and…

By: Emeka Nwachukwu

Bahrain’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has introduced new guidelines to combat fraudulent SMS scams, strengthen consumer protection, and enhance digital trust across the Kingdom’s telecom sector.

Bahrain’s TRA Issues New Guidelines to Combat Fraudulent SMS Scams

Bahrain’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has introduced new guidelines to combat fraudulent SMS scams, strengthen consumer protection, and enhance digital trust across the Kingdom’s telecom…

By: Wura Obadare

Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, and Katsina State Governor, Dr. Dikko Umar Radda, strengthen federal–state collaboration to boost broadband expansion, innovation, and digital skills development across the state.

Nigeria Deepens State-Level Digital Cooperation to Accelerate Transformation

Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, and Katsina State Governor, Dr. Dikko Umar Radda, strengthen federal–state collaboration to boost broadband…

By: Wura Obadare

Ghana’s National Girls-In-ICT Programme in the Upper West Region empowers 1,000 young girls with digital skills and mentorship to pursue careers in technology and STEM, advancing digital inclusion and gender equality.

Ghana’s Girls-In-ICT Programme Inspires 1,000 Girls to Pursue Careers in Tech and STEM

Ghana’s National Girls-In-ICT Programme in the Upper West Region empowers 1,000 young girls with digital skills and mentorship to pursue careers in technology and STEM,…

By: Efua Nana

MultiChoice has appointed former ICASA CEO Willington Ngwepe as Chief Executive Officer of LicenceCo, reinforcing governance and compliance following its acquisition by Canal+. The move strengthens the company’s leadership and regulatory alignment in South Africa.

MultiChoice Strengthens Governance with Appointment of Willington Ngwepe as LicenceCo CEO

MultiChoice has appointed former ICASA CEO Willington Ngwepe as Chief Executive Officer of LicenceCo, reinforcing governance and compliance following its acquisition by Canal+. The move…

By: Ovie George

The Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA) has launched a nationwide cybersecurity awareness campaign to educate citizens, families, and businesses about online safety, phishing, and digital hygiene throughout Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

Lesotho Communications Authority Launches National Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign

The Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA) has launched a nationwide cybersecurity awareness campaign to educate citizens, families, and businesses about online safety, phishing, and digital hygiene…

By: Ovie George

Nigeria’s Minister Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani unveils N-ATLAS, a multilingual, open-source AI model digitizing Nigerian languages and placing Africa at the forefront of global artificial intelligence.development Recognition of Africa’s growing AI talent and ecosystem As Minister, Tijani has championed policies to strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy, encourage AI-driven innovation, and build a future-ready workforce.

Broadband: $2 Billion Project to Make Nigeria Africa’s Next Tech Hub — Bosun Tijani

Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has announced a $2 billion broadband project to deliver nationwide connectivity, expand GDP, and…

By: Wura Obadare

ChatGPT leads AI site traffic with over 14bn visits as male users constitute 69.5% of total AI tool usage

OpenAI Unveils ChatGPT In-Chat Apps with Coursera, Spotify, Canva, and Others

OpenAI has introduced in-chat apps to ChatGPT, partnering with Coursera, Spotify, Canva, Booking.com, and more. The new feature allows users to interact with third-party tools…

By: Adamu Garba

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Apple releases iOS 26.1, improving battery life, performance, and security for iPhones. The update fixes bugs, enhances privacy, and adds new child safety features for users across Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and beyond.

Apple Rolls Out iOS 26.1 Update with Major Performance and Security Improvements

WhatsApp now supports passkeys for encrypted backups, offering a passwordless, more secure way to restore chats. The update uses Face ID, fingerprint, or PIN for seamless authentication across Android and iOS.

WhatsApp Finally Adds Passkey Support for Encrypted Backups

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