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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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Network International and Magnati finalize merger to form Network International LLC, creating a UAE fintech leader driving digital payments, innovation, and financial inclusion across the Middle East and Africa.

Network International and Magnati Complete Merger to Form UAE Fintech Champion

Network International and Magnati finalize merger to form Network International LLC, creating a UAE fintech leader driving digital payments, innovation, and financial inclusion across the…

By: Author Africa

Cellulant partners with Pesalink to power instant bank-to-merchant payments in Kenya, boosting digital transactions with seamless, secure, and real-time settlement for businesses and consumers.

Cellulant and Pesalink Partner to Enable Instant Bank-to-Merchant Payments in Kenya

Cellulant partners with Pesalink to power instant bank-to-merchant payments in Kenya, boosting digital transactions with seamless, secure, and real-time settlement for businesses and consumers….

By: Efua Nana

The WakaWell Youth Hackathon demonstrates the power of Pan-African collaboration, youth leadership, and digital innovation in advancing safe migration and mobility solutions across Africa.

WakaWell Youth Hackathon Showcases Pan-African Innovation for Safe Mobility

The WakaWell Youth Hackathon demonstrates the power of Pan-African collaboration, youth leadership, and digital innovation in advancing safe migration and mobility solutions across Africa….

By: Wura Obadare

The Central Bank of Eswatini has unveiled a national e-KYC system to expand financial inclusion, enhance security, and pave the way for cross-border identity verification across SADC.

Eswatini Launches National e-KYC System to Boost Financial Inclusion and Security

The Central Bank of Eswatini has unveiled a national e-KYC system to expand financial inclusion, enhance security, and pave the way for cross-border identity verification…

By: Wura Obadare

Senegal has distributed 5,000 computers to students and launched AI training for teachers, aiming to boost digital access and strengthen the country’s education system.

Senegal Distributes 5,000 Computers to Students and Launches AI Training for Teachers

Senegal has distributed 5,000 computers to students and launched AI training for teachers, aiming to boost digital access and strengthen the country’s education system….

By: Ovie George

Key Takeaway The Q2 2025 report confirms MTN’s continued dominance in the Republic of Congo, with the operator growing its subscriber base even as the market shows signs of saturation. Meanwhile, Airtel faces challenges in retaining customers, emphasizing the competitive and evolving nature of Congo’s telecom industry.

MTN Strengthens Lead in Congo with 64.8% Market Share in Q2 2025

Key Takeaway The Q2 2025 report confirms MTN’s continued dominance in the Republic of Congo, with the operator growing its subscriber base even as the…

By: Ovie George

Apple and Google highlight Lagos-based Maliyo Games for its African-inspired titles and talent program, GameUp Africa. Discover how Maliyo is shaping the future of gaming and hosting its first MaliyoCON in Lagos.

Apple and Google Spotlight Maliyo Games as a Global Champion of African Creativity

Apple and Google highlight Lagos-based Maliyo Games for its African-inspired titles and talent program, GameUp Africa. Discover how Maliyo is shaping the future of gaming…

By: Ovie George

LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky revealed he uses Microsoft’s Copilot AI to draft almost every email, even high-stakes messages to Satya Nadella. Learn how AI is reshaping executive communication and business growth.

LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky Says He Uses Microsoft Copilot AI to Draft Nearly Every Email

LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky revealed he uses Microsoft’s Copilot AI to draft almost every email, even high-stakes messages to Satya Nadella. Learn how AI is…

By: Adamu Garba

Kenya is set to phase out paper degrees and introduce Digital Verifiable Credentials to improve security, transparency, and efficiency in academic certification. The system will strengthen data privacy and streamline verification processes.

Kenya to Replace Paper Degrees with Digital Verifiable Credentials

Kenya is set to phase out paper degrees and introduce Digital Verifiable Credentials to improve security, transparency, and efficiency in academic certification. The system will…

By: Wura Obadare

IBM has launched IBM Network Intelligence, a network-native AI solution powered by time-series foundation models and LLM-driven reasoning agents to transform network operations, enhance resilience, and build trustworthy AI.

IBM Introduces Network-Native AI to Transform Network Operations

IBM has launched IBM Network Intelligence, a network-native AI solution powered by time-series foundation models and LLM-driven reasoning agents to transform network operations, enhance resilience,…

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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