While the Nigerian telecoms industry awaits take-off playing by the Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNO), in South Africa a recently licensed MVNO, C-Connect, is looking to shake-up the market with cost-effective offerings by introducing non-expiring data and voice plans.. During the launch in Johannesburg yesterday, the company said it aims to differentiate itself from competitors […]
Read MoreGoogle has violated US antitrust law with its search business, a federal judge ruled Monday, handing the tech giant a staggering court defeat with the potential to reshape how millions of Americans get information online and to upend decades of dominance. “After having carefully considered and weighed the witness testimony and evidence, the court reaches […]
Read MoreMeta Shut Down 63,000 Accounts in Nigeria… Meta Platforms said on Wednesday it had removed about 63,000 accounts in Nigeria that attempted to engage in financial and sexual extortion scams mostly aimed at adult men in the United States. Nigerian online fraudsters, known as “Yahoo boys,” are notorious for scams that range from passing themselves […]
Read MoreThe Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), has said that the $200 million fine against Meta Platforms Inc. and WhatsApp LLC was based on discriminatory practices and sanctionable offences committed. The acting Executive Vice Chairman of the Commission, Dr Adamu Abdullahi, said this at a news conference in Abuja, the Nigerian capital city. He […]
Read MoreAMA PRESS RELEASE International ride-hailing service Yango, part of the global tech company Yango Group, actively participated in the West African Internet Governance Forum, which took place from July 10th to 12th, 2024 in Dakar Senegal. This event, under the theme “Disruptive Technologies: How Far Thus Far,” was a key regional platform for dialogue on […]
Read MoreTelecommunications service provider, Airtel Nigeria, has launched a new device called Airtel Smart Router, a 4G router capable of connecting up to 10 devices, with the additional benefit of offering a smart TV experience on a regular television set. The Airtel Smart Router is programmed to leverage both wireless and ethernet connections to provide users […]
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Check Point Software Technologies Nigeria, a global leader in cyber security solutions, dedicated to protecting corporate enterprises and governments worldwide has announced its collaborating with some Nigerian universities to equip undergraduate with cyber security skills before they graduate. According to the Kingsley Osaghale, Country Manager, Check Point Software Technologies, West Africa, the company has signed […]
Read MoreThe National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has identified several malicious apps targeting Android users in Nigeria. These apps are designed to infiltrate devices, steal sensitive information, and compromise user privacy. As cybercriminals become more sophisticated, it is crucial for individuals to remain vigilant and informed about potential threats. Malicious apps can masquerade as legitimate […]
Read MoreThe Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the discontinuation of its Price Verification System (PVS) Portal, effective July 1, 2024. In a circular on Wednesday, it said the decision follows recent developments in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market. According to the circular issued by the Acting Director of the Trade & Exchange Department, W.J. […]
Read MoreSpaceX is on the verge of launching the highly anticipated Starlink Mini dish. This revolutionary device promises to transform internet availability, particularly in underserved areas. It is set to provide satellite-based internet connectivity to people in remote locations where physical connections are impossible and mobile connections offer limited bandwidth. The Starlink Mini is a game […]
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