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If the Nigerian media does not embrace AI soon, it will be at a serious disadvantage.

Verraki: AI For Business Growth – Ten essential questions leaders must ask about Generative AI in Nigeria  

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Nigerian businesses can achieve substantial improvements in efficiency, innovation, customer satisfaction, and competitiveness by integrating GenAI into their operations.

August 27, 2024 / 0 Comments
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Kenya has contained a coordinated cyberattack that temporarily took several government websites offline. Authorities restored access, launched a major forensic investigation, and issued safety guidelines as the country strengthens its cybersecurity defenses.

Why small businesses are becoming more vulnerable to cyberattacks – Report

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A report by cybersecurity firm, Sophos, has revealed a surge in attacks on small and medium businesses (SMBs) globally, blaming it on their lack of experienced security operations staff.

March 12, 2024 / 0 Comments
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B2B Boosted helps sales leaders in emerging market startups to create B2B sales opportunities at scale, helping to find, nurture and close leads for their clients.

How B2B Boosted addresses the significant gap in the African B2B sales industry 

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B2B Boosted helps sales leaders in emerging market startups to create B2B sales opportunities at scale, helping to find, nurture and close leads for their clients.

October 23, 2023 / 0 Comments
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As a technologist, reskilling is crucial if you want to stay ahead of the curve and remain competitive in today’s job market

Improving business growth with data analytics: Why it’s a priority

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Running a business in Nigeria can be an arduous task. Business owners face fierce competition as they strive to secure market share, acquire new customers, and enhance their productivity and profitability.

June 6, 2023 / 0 Comments
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Tech innovations driving businesses to new success

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In the last few years, the development of new technologies has changed the way we function in our daily lives.

November 25, 2020 / 0 Comments
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Bias and fairness in AI algorithms are a continuous concern. These algorithms can inherit biases from historical data, resulting in unfair or discriminatory outcomes. Ensuring fairness and minimizing bias in AI remains an ongoing challenge. The ever-evolving landscape of AI regulations adds complexity. For this reason, organizations must keep pace with changing regulations and ensure their AI systems comply with the latest legal requirements. A lack of a well-defined AI strategy can hinder progress. Organizations may struggle to pinpoint the most appropriate AI use cases for their specific requirements. Additionally, ethical dilemmas can emerge in AI-driven decision-making, particularly concerning employee evaluations, promotions, or terminations, posing ethical challenges that demand careful consideration. Moreover, determining the return on investment (ROI) for AI initiatives can be intricate as the benefits may not be immediately evident, necessitating a nuanced approach to measurement. As organizations expand, scaling AI solutions to accommodate increased demand and data volumes can become a complex undertaking.

The role of Artificial Intelligence in modern businesses and marketing

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Embracing new technologies has become a significant facet in the development of businesses in modern times.

November 19, 2020 / 0 Comments
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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.

How Apple lost over $500 billion in 12 trading days

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In Issac Newton’s words, “what goes up usually comes down”. In Apple’s case, it took about 12 trading sessions for the world’s most valuable listed company by market value (Apple Inc) to lose more than $500 billion in market capitalization, showing a whooping decline of more than 20%. The tech juggernaut has plunged about 22.6% […]

September 20, 2020 / 0 Comments
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Airtel is partnering Standard Chartered Bank as it expands its fintech business

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Airtel Africa Plc is expanding its fintech business. Earlier this morning, the company announced that it had just entered into partnership with Standard Chartered Bank. Details of the partnership The aim of the partnership is to enable the telecoms operator to deepen its financial inclusion drive across its key markets. A corporate disclosure that was […]

August 13, 2020 / 0 Comments
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Jack Ma’s fintech firm is set for IPO, signalling prospects for Nigerian fintechs

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Ant Financial Services Group, the fintech subsidiary of Jack Ma’s Alibaba Group, is set for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) on both the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and Shanghai Stock Exchange’s STAR board.

July 22, 2020 / 0 Comments
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OPay has announced plans to take legal action against Prophet Aliyu Barnabas, who claimed the fintech app would crash in 2026. The company dismissed the prophecy as false and misleading, assuring users that their funds remain safe and insured.

Opay shuts down other business arms to focus mainly on fintech

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Opay announced this afternoon that it would be shutting down some of its business units (for now) to focus only on financial technology services.

July 2, 2020 / 0 Comments
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