The viral saga over “iPhone XR converted to iPhone 17 Pro Max” between influencers Blord and VeryDarkMan has sparked outrage and raised concerns about counterfeit Apple devices in Nigeria — threatening consumer trust, brand perception, and iPhone sales.
Spotify CEO Daniel Ek to Step Down, Co-CEOs Named for January 2026 Transition
Spotify CEO Daniel Ek will step down in January 2026, transitioning to Executive Chairman. Gustav Söderström and Alex Norström will become co-CEOs, continuing Spotify’s growth beyond music into podcasts and audiobooks.
Facebook Launches New Tools to Strengthen Fan-Creator Connections
Facebook introduces new features like fan challenges, custom badges, and leaderboards to help creators engage audiences and transform followers into active communities.
OpenAI Defines New Rules Balancing Privacy, Freedom, and Teen Safety in AI
OpenAI has introduced new principles to balance privacy, user freedom, and teen safety in AI, including stricter safeguards for minors, data protection, and transparency in sensitive use cases.
Spotify Now Lets 433M Free Users Pick and Play Any Song Like Premium Subscribers
Spotify has upgraded its free tier, allowing 433 million ad-supported users to pick, search, and play any song they want. New features aim to boost engagement and ad revenue growth.
Digital Detox: Why Taking a Break From Technology is Essential for Mental Health
Constant tech use can lead to burnout, stress, and social media addiction. Learn how a digital detox can help you regain balance, boost mental health, and improve real-life connections.
Mazerance Deepens Collaboration With Nigerian Storyteller to Showcase Global Creativity
Mazerance partners with Nigerian storyteller Christopher Joseph Bassey (Topher) to enhance narrative design and player engagement in its upcoming psychological puzzle game.
How 230 million digital jobs will be created in Africa by 2030
A recent May 2025 SAP Africa research report, conducted in 2022/2023, which focuses on digital jobs for a progressive economy, paints a vivid picture of a continent embracing technology to drive growth, innovation, and opportunity.
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 jobs for at least 200,000 Nigerian youths if they are compelled to establish physical offices in Nigeria.
Elon Musk’s X ranked as the most harmful social media platform in Nigeria
A new report has identified Elon Musk’s X as the primary platform for online harm in Nigeria, with 34% of users reporting negative experiences such as cyberbullying, misinformation, and harassment.