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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

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CBIE: The Discipline Behind Measuring Real Innovation

Across Africa’s fast-maturing business landscape, few institutions have earned as much quiet credibility as the Council for Business Innovation and Excellence (CBIE). In an age…

By: Uche Balogun

Bloomberg comes to Lagos for an internship recruitment drive for Software Engineers in its London office

Bloomberg will be coming to Nigeria for its Africa Campus Recruiting. The recruitment process requires one to complete a HackerRank upon application submission. The Bloomberg…

By: Author Africa

ICT sector growing because of Buhari’s policies on NDEPS – Pantami

The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Pantami, has said that the increasing contribution of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector to…

By: Author Africa

Nigeria has the most regulated digital asset space in Africa – Dayo Obisan, Executive Commissioner, SEC

Dayo Obisan, the Executive Commissioner, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has stated that Nigeria is leading amongst countries making the rules and regulating the digital asset…

By: Author Africa

Policy makers and tech innovators to discuss industry concerns at GAT Summit 2022, Africa’s largest regulation convo

Tech media organisation, Technext, has announced its maiden regulation event, the GAT Summit (Government and Tech Summit) 2022. It is billed to hold on Thursday,…

By: Author Africa

Nigeria’s telecom operators cut 383 jobs in 2024 as operating expenses rose 85% to N5.85 trillion. NCC reports subscriber losses, rising CAPEX, and continued pressures from energy costs, inflation, and multiple taxes.

Microsoft Broadband Deal: Implications and how to maximize for AfCFTA

On the 3rd of May, 2021, The Federal Government announced a deal with Microsoft through the Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy for the…

By: Author Africa

Nigeria signs technology transfer agreement with Czech Republic

The Federal Government has announced arrangements for the transfer of technology from the Czech Republic to Nigeria, through the inauguration of the Implementation Committee on…

By: Author Africa

NCC says it has not concluded plans for 5G deployment

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) said it has not concluded plans for the deployment of 5G network in Nigeria, but has outlined plans and strategies…

By: Author Africa

FG orders NITDA to design framework for lawful use of citizens’ data

In response to the reports of devious schemes perpetrated through the use of personal data of Nigerians, the Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy…

By: Author Africa

The effect of the virus scare Medical experts have established that the COVID-19 can remain alive and infectious up to three days on a surface. This increases the chances that whatever surfaces can be touched by many people in a day can be a medium to transmit the virus. For this reason, governments across the world (including in Nigeria) are increasingly encouraging contactless payments, thereby changing the landscape of digital payments and security measures. In Nigeria, logistics and eCommerce companies like Jumia have already switched to contactless payments to minimize risk to employees and customers.

Urgent need to re-up cybersecurity efforts as digital payments gain popularity

A recent report says the earnings of Nigeria’s Deposit Money Banks from digital payment platforms grew by 64% to reach N212.66 billion in 2019….

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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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