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Nigerian lawmakers are working with crypto industry leaders to draft the proposed Virtual Asset Law, aiming to unify regulation, end uncertainty, and foster responsible cryptocurrency adoption in Nigeria.Nigerian Lawmakers Engage Crypto Industry on Proposed Virtual Asset Law
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed a new board for the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), led by Idris Ibikunle Olorunnimbe as Chairman. The appointments aim to strengthen regulatory oversight, expand broadband access, and promote digital inclusion across Nigeria’s telecoms sector.Senate Confirms New NCC Board to Strengthen Oversight of Nigeria’s Telecoms Sector
African startups raised $442 million in October 2025 — a 216% jump from September. Spiro and Moniepoint led the charge with $100 million and $90 million raises, signaling renewed investor confidence in Africa’s tech ecosystem.Spiro and Moniepoint Lead as African Startups Raise $442 Million in October 2025
Senator Ali Ndume has launched a digital empowerment project in Borno South, offering 5,000 free SIM cards and 1,000 POS machines to boost connectivity and financial inclusion across communities recovering from insurgency.Senator Ali Ndume to Empower Borno South with 5,000 SIM Cards and 1,000 POS Machines
Cameroon has suffered a nationwide internet blackout following protests over President Paul Biya’s re-election for an eighth term. The shutdown mirrors similar incidents in Africa and raises human rights concerns from Amnesty International.Cameroon Faces Internet Blackout Amid Protests Over President Paul Biya’s Re-Election
Nigerian lawmakers are working with crypto industry leaders to draft the proposed Virtual Asset Law, aiming to unify regulation, end uncertainty, and foster responsible cryptocurrency adoption in Nigeria.Nigerian Lawmakers Engage Crypto Industry on Proposed Virtual Asset Law
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed a new board for the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), led by Idris Ibikunle Olorunnimbe as Chairman. The appointments aim to strengthen regulatory oversight, expand broadband access, and promote digital inclusion across Nigeria’s telecoms sector.Senate Confirms New NCC Board to Strengthen Oversight of Nigeria’s Telecoms Sector
African startups raised $442 million in October 2025 — a 216% jump from September. Spiro and Moniepoint led the charge with $100 million and $90 million raises, signaling renewed investor confidence in Africa’s tech ecosystem.Spiro and Moniepoint Lead as African Startups Raise $442 Million in October 2025
Senator Ali Ndume has launched a digital empowerment project in Borno South, offering 5,000 free SIM cards and 1,000 POS machines to boost connectivity and financial inclusion across communities recovering from insurgency.Senator Ali Ndume to Empower Borno South with 5,000 SIM Cards and 1,000 POS Machines
Cameroon has suffered a nationwide internet blackout following protests over President Paul Biya’s re-election for an eighth term. The shutdown mirrors similar incidents in Africa and raises human rights concerns from Amnesty International.Cameroon Faces Internet Blackout Amid Protests Over President Paul Biya’s Re-Election

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New sophisticated scam targets Web3 professionals with fake job interviews 

Web3 professionals are being targeted in a new cyberattack that tricks them into running malicious code during fake job interviews….

By: IBK

Google issues security warning for 2.5 billion Gmail users amid scam surge 

Google has issued a critical security warning to its 2.5 billion Gmail users, cautioning against a surge in holiday season scams….

By: Cynthia Okafor

The Holy Doors, which symbolize the doorway of salvation for Catholics, are only opened during Jubilee years. There are four such doors in Rome — St. Peter’s Basilica, St. John Lateran, St. Mary Major, and St. Paul Outside the Walls. St. Peter’s will be the focal point, with its door opening on Dec. 24 and closing on Jan. 6, 2026.

Pope Francis goes electric with battery-powered G-Wagon for holy year in 2025

Pope Francis has always been an environmental advocate throughout his papacy…

By: IBK

However, the adoption of eSim in South Africa is plagued by device penetration as the feature is only available on newer and more expensive devices. Cell C confirmed that the adoption of eSim has been disadvantaged by the mass use of basic smartphones that are not eSim-featured. “While we’re seeing significant eSim uptake in our branded stores and contract markets, the mass market relies heavily on feature phones and basic smartphones, which aren’t yet eSim compatible,” said Cell C’s spokesman

MTN rolls out biodegradable Sim cards to tackle plastic waste pollution

In an effort to tackle plastic waste pollution, MTN South Africa has launched its biodegradable Sim cards – which can degrade within three to six…

By: IBK

Internet monitor NetBlocks confirms restricted access to X, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, and Facebook in Turkey amid opposition party rallies and heightened political tensions.

NITDA says Microsoft, Google, Tiktok paid N2.55 trillion tax in H1 2024, deleted 65 million contents

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has said that major foreign tech companies operating in Nigeria, such as Microsoft, Google, TikTok, and other social…

By: IBK

This is why we set out to tell the stories of laptop engineers, asking the questions of why they ventured into that side of craftmanship (because they are highly skilled), and how they do what they do.

Are laptop engineers appreciated enough?

How much do you appreciate laptop engineers? You will rate yourself 1/10 if you do not understand the indispensability of those guys in the tech…

By: IBK

Federal Government projects N800bn electronic money transfer tax revenue by 2027

The Federal Government of Nigeria has projected a revenue of N230 billion on the Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) in 2025. The 2025-2027 Medium Term…

By: IBK

Plateau Govt partners with REA to enhance solar power access in rural areas 

The Plateau State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) to improve power supply in rural communities through…

By: Wura Oba

Africa’s leading payments technology company, Flutterwave partners with Spacefinish for new headquarters design 

In today’s dynamic business landscape, workspace strategy has emerged as a powerful catalyst for transforming business growth….

By: Wura Oba

Tigran Gambaryan has been in detention since February

Tigran Gambaryan: Nigerian authorities drop all charges against Binance executive after 8 months

Tigran Gambaryan has been in detention since February…

By: IBK

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