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MTN Nigeria event on data consumption in Abuja

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MTN Nigeria Advises Users on Phone Settings to Cut Data Usage

MTN Nigeria encourages subscribers to adjust settings and monitor app use to save data.

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Rest of World Plans to End Operations by January 2027 Amid Search for New Home

The nonprofit tech news outlet Rest of World will cease independent operations in January 2027.

Screenshot of the StreetPay app interface

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StreetPay App Launches to Simplify Payments Without Account Numbers

The new StreetPay app allows users to make payments without needing to share account details.

A data center representing Nigeria's ambitions in artificial intelligence.

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Nigeria Faces Infrastructure Challenges in Pursuing Artificial Intelligence Goals

The Nigerian government highlights power issues and slow internet as barriers to AI development.

Illustration of artificial intelligence technology.

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US Bans Use of Chinese AI Startup DeepSeek Over Data Security Concerns

The US government restricts agencies from using DeepSeek’s AI tools due to data privacy worries.

Illustration of a hacker using AI to breach computer systems.

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AI-Driven Hacker Breaches Over 100 Company Websites Worldwide

A hacker used artificial intelligence to infiltrate websites of more than 100 companies in multiple countries.

Workshop on IPv6 migration readiness in Abuja

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NITDA Calls on Government Agencies to Support Nigeria’s Shift to IPv6

The National Information Technology Development Agency urges government bodies to aid Nigeria’s move to a new internet protocol.

Chinese President Xi Jinping speaking at a conference.

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China Criticizes US Ban on DeepSeek AI Tools for Government Agencies

China’s government opposes a US ban on using AI tools from DeepSeek, citing national security concerns.

Governor Uba Sani operating a drone at the new training centre in Kaduna.

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New Drone Training Centre Opens in Kaduna to Boost Local Technology Skills

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure launches a drone training centre in Kaduna.

Participants at the NCC Internet Governance Symposium in Lagos

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Nigerian Communications Commission Urges Collaboration on Internet Governance Issues

The NCC emphasizes the need for cooperation to tackle internet challenges at a symposium in Lagos.

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Anthropic Proposes New AI Regulation Bill to US Lawmakers

Anthropic aims to regulate AI technology with a draft bill addressing safety risks.

Elon Musk presenting Tesla's flying car prototype at SpaceX event.

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Elon Musk Presents Tesla’s New Flying Car Prototype at SpaceX Event

Tesla’s CEO reveals a flying car prototype during a livestreamed event in Texas.

Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, speaking at an event in Stockholm.

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Nvidia CEO Says AI Will Transform Every Industry, Urges Europe to Invest

Jensen Huang emphasizes the need for Europe to develop its AI industry during a visit to Stockholm.

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Google Enhances Visibility of News Links in AI-Powered Search Results

Google will display news links more prominently in AI-driven search results to help struggling publishers.

A person using a mobile phone to check device approval status.

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Nigerians Can Check Phone Approval Status Using USSD Code *315#

The Nigerian Communications Commission offers a simple way to verify if mobile devices are approved for local networks.

Five hearing-impaired Nigerian girls at the global tech summit in India.

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Nigerian Girls Create App to Help Peers Access Menstrual Products

Five hearing-impaired girls from Abuja showcase their innovation at a global tech summit in India.

Bill Gates speaking about artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

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Bill Gates Warns Unregulated AI Could Lead to More Cyberattacks

Bill Gates cautions that without proper regulations, artificial intelligence may increase cyber threats.

Screenshot of video downloader apps for HONOR phones

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TechCabal Announces 2026 Moonshot Conference Theme Focused on African Innovation

The fourth Moonshot conference will explore the theme ‘Courage & Conviction’ on October 28-29, 2026, in Lagos.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman speaking at a conference.

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OpenAI Delays Launch of Astra 6.1 Model Over Safety Issues

OpenAI has decided not to release its new AI model, Astra 6.1, due to safety concerns.