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Egypt Deepens Investment Reforms with Data-Driven Strategy, IFC Partnership
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Egypt Deepens Investment Reforms with Data-Driven Strategy, IFC Partnership
MTN MoMo Zambia, Indo Zambia Bank Partner to Expand POS Payments Nationwide
Nokia, Turkcell Boost Broadband Quality for Over 3 Million Users in Türkiye
Rhino.fi Unveils 1:1 Stablecoin Solution to Enable Seamless Cross-Chain Settlements
Vox, Nymbis Partner to Boost Cloud Infrastructure for South African Businesses

Policy and Tech

AGOA Renewal Gives Kenya’s Digital Export Economy Breathing Space Amid US Scrutiny

The United States has extended the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), a trade deal that provides duty-free access to the US market for selected…

By: Sub Admin

deletions would free up the “name space” of dormant accounts

European Commission Probes X Under DSA Over Sexual Deepfakes and Grok AI Risks

The EU has opened a new Digital Services Act investigation into X, examining risks linked to sexual deepfakes and the use of its AI chatbot…

By: Adamu Garba

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and owner of X, has unveiled his latest creation, an artificial intelligence chatbot named “Grok” with a penchant for sarcasm and a playful sense of humour.

Unfiltered AI or Digital Harm? How Grok Is Fueling a Rise in Non-Consensual Deepfake Pornography

Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot is under scrutiny for enabling non-consensual deepfake pornography. Legal experts explain Nigeria’s data protection, cybercrime laws, and the risks facing AI…

By: Adamu Garba

xAI is reportedly finalising a $15 billion funding round that could value the company at $230 billion, strengthening its position as a key rival to OpenAI, Google DeepMind, and Anthropic in the accelerating global AI race.

X Introduces New Grok AI Update to Personalise and Rank the Following Feed

X now uses its Grok AI to reorganise the Following feed based on user relevance instead of strict chronology. Here’s how the update changes personalisation,…

By: Adamu Garba

Nigeria is the largest recipient of international remittances in Africa. In 2023, the country received $19.56 billion, accounting for 5.2% of its GDP, according to the World Bank. By 2024, inflows rose to $20.93 billion, representing an 8.9% increase year-on-year.

Malaysia Set to Block Social Media Sign-Ups for Under-16s From Next Year

Malaysia will introduce a nationwide rule banning users under 16 from opening social media accounts. Here’s how the age-verification policy works, its global context, and…

By: Cynthia Okafor

Nigeria’s national ID verification system has suddenly changed as the NIMC MWS portal goes offline and its mobile app disappears, raising concerns over transparency, disruptions to banks and telecoms, and unanswered questions about the new NINAuth platform.

Nigeria’s ID Verification System Changes Abruptly as NIMC Shuts Down MWS Portal Without Explanation

Nigeria’s national ID verification system has suddenly changed as the NIMC MWS portal goes offline and its mobile app disappears, raising concerns over transparency, disruptions…

By: Wura Obadare

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?

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…

By: Ovie George

Meta is set to introduce new paid subscription tiers across Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, offering AI-powered productivity and content creation tools beyond its verification service.

Meta Seeks Out-of-Court Settlement with NDPC Amid $32.8 Million Data Privacy Fine

Meta Platforms is pursuing an out-of-court settlement with Nigeria’s Data Protection Commission (NDPC) over a $32.8 million data privacy fine. The court has adjourned the…

By: Adamu Garba

Meta

Meta and TikTok Win EU Court Challenge Over Digital Services Act Fees

Meta and TikTok have won a legal challenge against EU regulators over flawed fee calculations under the Digital Services Act, forcing officials to revise their…

By: Adamu Garba

Conclusion Apple’s decision to hold down iPhone prices amid Trump tariffs reflects a strategic move to protect its market share while delivering stronger devices with enhanced features. The iPhone Air, iPhone 17, and iPhone 17 Pro position Apple to compete aggressively against global rivals, even as tariffs weigh on its bottom line.

Apple Sued by Authors Over Alleged Use of Books in AI Training

Apple faces a lawsuit from authors Grady Hendrix and Jennifer Roberson, accusing the tech giant of illegally using copyrighted books to train AI systems without…

By: Adamu Garba

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