Global IT Outage Strikes all sectors with rage… A massive technology outage has disrupted businesses and institutions in multiple countries, throwing airports, airlines, rail companies, government services, banks, stock exchanges, supermarkets, telecoms, health systems and media outlets into chaos. The disruption was caused by an update to a product offered by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, which […]
Read MoreAs global electricity demand from data centres is expected to double by 2026 largely driven by computing and cooling requirements from AI (artificial intelligence) and HPC (high-performance computing) it is crucial to have a robust backup power solution to provide continuous availability of the GPUs and CPUs that run AI compute. To address these challenges, Vertiv, […]
Read MoreThe MTN Group is hosting a high-level group from Nigeria’s National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) for a week-long visit to its Johannesburg headquarters. The visit, co-hosted by the SA-Nigeria Business Chamber, the Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition, and the Nigerian embassy, is part of an NIPSS study tour to explore the […]
Read MoreThe 36 States Commissioners in Nigeria including FCT, Permanent Secretaries and Heads of ICT Agencies are set to get abreast on how to use ICT applications to drive the efficiencies of their Government. In a statement by the Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON), which is hosting the one-day Strategic Stakeholders in the Nigerian […]
Read MoreMobile money spend in emerging markets will reach $2.37 trillion by 2029, from $1.58 trillion in 2024. Juniper Research, predicted that this growth of 51% will be driven by operators expanding their portfolios to include higher-margin advanced services, such as powering merchant payments in-store or via eCommerce, or providing international remittances. Pivoting to advanced services […]
Read MoreEffective implementation of telecoms policies will increase Nigeria’s tech talent pool, create a supportive environment for innovation, ensure robust infrastructure, unlock investment in critical sectors and stimulate economic growth. That was part of the consensus of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), the Association of License Telecommunications Commission (ALTON), Association Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON), stakeholders […]
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 […]
Read MoreThe Nigerian Communication Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) and Dimension Data, are in a partnership for a one year internet service agreement Both companies in a statement said under the partnership agreement, NIGCOMSAT Ltd will provide Dimension Data with internet service on the NigComSat-1R network platform for one year, utilising the Ku dedicated band. The deal comes at […]
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Redington, a technology aggregator and innovation powerhouse across emerging markets, today announced a strategic distribution partnership with Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions. This collaboration aims to empower channel partners across Africa to leverage the transformative potential of Vertiv’s technology and expand its reseller network. The partnership leverages Redington’s established presence and […]
Read MoreA new Chief Executive Officer has taken over the helms of affairs at their Emerging Markets Telecommunication Services Limited (EMTS), operating as 9mobile, to salvage what is left of the ailing company as it braces up to tackle the survival issues in the tough climate of the Nigerian economy. The Board of Directors of the […]
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