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Google has unveiled Gemini 3 Flash, a fast and efficient AI model designed for coding, reasoning, and interactive applications, replacing Gemini 2.5 Flash across Gemini and Search.Google Launches Gemini 3 Flash, High-Speed AI Model for Coding and Real-Time Apps
Technology lawyer Oladipupo Ige cautions that Nigeria’s tax data could face indirect exposure under the FIRS–France MoU, despite official assurances that data sovereignty remains intact.FIRS–France Tax Pact Triggers Fresh Questions Over Nigeria’s Data Sovereignty
A TLP Advisory report reveals Nigerian startups avoid NGX listings due to regulatory barriers, currency mismatch, undervaluation fears, and limited market liquidity, despite the launch of the NGX Technology Board in 2022.African Startup Funding Surges to $590m in November 2025 on Back of Major IPOs
Final Details Await Trump-Xi Meeting Bessent noted that while the framework is in place, the final details of the deal will be determined during a scheduled meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese Premier Xi Jinping on Friday. The outcome of the discussions could mark a turning point in both U.S.-China trade relations and the future of TikTok’s global operations, which have been closely watched by regulators, investors, and millions of users worldwide.TikTok Nears U.S. Compliance After Reaching Restructuring Deal With Oracle, Investors
Coursera and Udemy have entered a $2.5 billion all-stock merger to combine their global e-learning platforms, boost AI-driven innovation, and scale workforce education worldwide.Coursera to Merge With Udemy in $2.5bn All-Stock Deal to Expand AI-Powered Learning
Google has unveiled Gemini 3 Flash, a fast and efficient AI model designed for coding, reasoning, and interactive applications, replacing Gemini 2.5 Flash across Gemini and Search.Google Launches Gemini 3 Flash, High-Speed AI Model for Coding and Real-Time Apps
Technology lawyer Oladipupo Ige cautions that Nigeria’s tax data could face indirect exposure under the FIRS–France MoU, despite official assurances that data sovereignty remains intact.FIRS–France Tax Pact Triggers Fresh Questions Over Nigeria’s Data Sovereignty
A TLP Advisory report reveals Nigerian startups avoid NGX listings due to regulatory barriers, currency mismatch, undervaluation fears, and limited market liquidity, despite the launch of the NGX Technology Board in 2022.African Startup Funding Surges to $590m in November 2025 on Back of Major IPOs
Final Details Await Trump-Xi Meeting Bessent noted that while the framework is in place, the final details of the deal will be determined during a scheduled meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese Premier Xi Jinping on Friday. The outcome of the discussions could mark a turning point in both U.S.-China trade relations and the future of TikTok’s global operations, which have been closely watched by regulators, investors, and millions of users worldwide.TikTok Nears U.S. Compliance After Reaching Restructuring Deal With Oracle, Investors
Coursera and Udemy have entered a $2.5 billion all-stock merger to combine their global e-learning platforms, boost AI-driven innovation, and scale workforce education worldwide.Coursera to Merge With Udemy in $2.5bn All-Stock Deal to Expand AI-Powered Learning

Policy and Tech

TikTok, X, others could create 200,000 jobs for Nigerians with physical offices – Ned Nwoko

A Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Ned Nwoko, has said that social media platforms like TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter), among others could create…

By: Cynthia Okafor

FCTA approves N2.1 billion contracts for FCT as FCT-IRS gets N242.8 million for Microsoft license 

The Federal Capital Territory Administration(FCTA) has approved N2,183,399,860 for contracts in the nation’s capital including N242.8 million for Microsoft 365 license procurement for its Internal…

By: Ibukun

“I tell you this very clearly, NIMC and NIS are 100 per cent integrated. It’s just an API simple integration solution which we have done. As a matter of fact, it is one of the first things that we did because the NIMC Act gives the mandate of identity management to NIMC and NIMC is supposed to be the primary source of data. It is just like in the UK when you talk about your NI and the US when you talk about your social security. That is what NIMC is supposed to do. And we have integrated that 100 per cent,” he said. While these are great, Nigerians would want to be certain that their identities and NIN are duly kept safe in the hands of their government.

NIN database breach very debatable – Tunji-Ojo, Nigeria’s Minister of Interior

The minister also said 102 million Nigerians have been enrolled for NIN…

By: Emeka Nwachukwu

FG to unlock $5bn annual funding for Nigerian startups with launch of Digital Trade Desk

Nigerian startups raised $410 million in 2024 while in Africa, startups raised $2.2 billion…

By: IBK

FG’s electronic money transfer revenue rose by 107% in Dec powered by Opay, Moniepoint, other fintechs

The electronic money transfer levy by fintechs ended their 100 per cent free transactions…

By: Author Africa

The govt claimed that cyber actors wielding AI-generated deepfakes came out to harm Kenya’s image and credibility

Is Kenya trying to regulate social media after the 2024 protests? 

The govt claimed that cyber actors wielding AI-generated deepfakes came out to harm Kenya’s image and credibility…

By: IBK

Nigerian telecom users are expressing frustration over worsening network quality months after a 50% tariff hike. Despite promises of better service, subscribers report outages, slow internet, and poor connectivity as operators blame fibre cuts and vandalism.

How the 50% telecom tariff hike will affect Nigerians

The 50% hike in telecom tariff has drawn anger and anxiety across Nigeria. For instance, the Association of Telephone, Cable TV and Internet Subscribers of…

By: Author Africa

Nigeria’s SEC set to stamp out Ponzi and pyramid schemes in 2025

In its efforts to revamp Nigeria’s commodities market, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has vowed to eradicate Ponzi and Pyramid schemes in 2025. In…

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.

Malaysia orders Facebook, TikTok, X, Telegram and others to obtain licences in 2025

The Malaysian Government has announced that social media and online messaging platforms will be required to obtain a license in 2025. The development is coming…

By: IBK

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Pulse, a proactive AI assistant that delivers personalized daily updates, Gmail and Calendar integrations, and productivity tools for ChatGPT Pro users.

OpenAI fined 15 million euros for using personal data to train ChatGPT 

The Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante per la protezione dei dati personali, GPDP) has fined ChatGPT maker, OpenAI 15 million euros after closing an investigation…

By: IBK

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Technology lawyer Oladipupo Ige cautions that Nigeria’s tax data could face indirect exposure under the FIRS–France MoU, despite official assurances that data sovereignty remains intact.

FIRS–France Tax Pact Triggers Fresh Questions Over Nigeria’s Data Sovereignty

Detty December means more online activity—and higher data usage. Learn five effective ways to save mobile data, reduce spending, and stay connected throughout the festive season.

How to Save Mobile Data This Detty December: 5 Proven Tips to Cut Costs

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