In a landmark move on Sunday, Nigeria took a significant step in the global conversation on artificial intelligence (AI) by joining 18 other countries, including the US and the UK, to unveil a comprehensive 20-page document that is being hailed as the holy grail of AI safety. This non-binding agreement marks a collective effort to…
Hanu Fejiro, the CEO and founder of the cryptocurrency exchange platform Patricia, has recently announced a breakthrough in the resolution of the 2022 $2 million hacking incident. William Bonse, a gubernatorial candidate in Nigeria’s 2023 elections, was apprehended by the police, along with his accomplices, for their alleged involvement in the cyber attack. According to…
Mafa Group, the makers of premium made in Nigeria rice, Mafa Rice, leveraged the recently concluded 22nd Lagos International Trade Fair to engage with customers and young students on the benefits of eating healthy, stone-free rice. Organised annually by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) in Lagos Island,…
Malawi’s President, Lazarus Chakwera, has taken a bold step to address the economic challenges facing his country. In a move aimed at reducing public spending and alleviating the strain on the country’s economy, Chakwera has implemented a travel ban on himself and his government. This decision comes in the wake of the International Monetary Fund…
Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, unveiled a comprehensive plan on Wednesday to train three million technical talents within the next four years. This ambitious initiative, if successful, could significantly contribute to President Bola Tinubu’s vision of generating one million tech jobs in the initial two years of his administration. The…
Amidst the dynamic shifts in the financial circle, the lending industry stands transformed, thanks to the ingenuity of fintech pioneers. The latest trailblazer in this revolution is SeedFi, an innovative digital lending platform dedicated to elevating financial access, championing responsible lending, and nurturing financial literacy. Join us in this blog post as we explore the…
Google has launched a new generative AI search experience in Africa, called Search Generative Experience (SGE). The opt-in experiment is currently available in English on Chrome desktop and the latest version of the Google App on Android and iOS. SGE uses AI to deliver an overview of key information to consider at the top of…
If you need cash for an emergency but you’re having trouble qualifying for more established loan apps, Ultracash might work for you. But be careful: This online loan app often has super-high interest rates. Pros Cons What is Ultracash loan app? Ultracash is an online loan app that offers short-term loans to Nigerians for emergency…
Palmpay is one of Nigeria’s largest finance apps with over 25 million active users. For one reason or another, you might need to delete your PalmPay account in other to protect your privacy. Here is a guide on how to do that. How to Delete Your PalmPay Account If you no longer want to use…
In a bold departure from conventional norms, the 23-year-old co-founder of Kiakia Africa, Philip’s Adepoju, has embarked on an unconventional journey that challenges age-related expectations and societal conventions. Fueled by the challenging landscape of entrepreneurship and the difficulties of securing venture capital, he has made a groundbreaking decision: to identify as a 3-year-old founder. In…