Nigerian startup Regfyl has raised $1.1 million in pre-seed funding, to enhance its platform aimed at simplifying compliance for businesses. This funding round, led by Rally Cap alongside contributions from Techstars, DCG, Musha Ventures, Africa Fintech Collective, and angel investors, will allow the company to expand its workforce, particularly in sales, engineering, and customer support. Additionally, …read more →
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Google Unveils AI Smartphones with New Features to Beat Competition
Alphabet’s Google has unveiled its latest lineup of Pixel smartphones, showcasing deeper integrations of its artificial intelligence (AI) technology as the company accelerates its push to embed AI into consumer hardware. The event, held at Alphabet’s Bay View campus in Mountain View, California, deviates from Google’s tradition of announcing new Pixel versions in the fall. This earlier timing marks Google’s …read more →
ACT Foundation Opens Applications for Changemakers Innovation Challenge 2024
Aspire Coronation Trust (ACT) Foundation has announced the opening of applications for the 2024 Changemakers Innovation Challenge. Themed The theme for this year’s Changemakers Innovation Challenge is “Driving Change With Digital Innovation,” this initiative seeks to empower community non-profit organisations and social enterprises that utilise technological advancements to create grassroots impact and enhance the lives …read more →
NASENI, NPF Partner to Enhance Operational Efficiency
In a significant move to enhance operational efficiency, the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has pledged its commitment to refurbish and modernise redundant operational assets of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF). This initiative encompasses the renovation of vehicles, helicopters, as well as confiscated and forfeited vehicles, aiming to boost the force’s operational …read more →
Robust FinTech Critical for Deepening Financial Inclusion in Nigeria – Maida
The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive officer (EVC/CEO) of the Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has described the Financial Technology (FinTech) industry as a critical driver of financial inclusion of Nigerian citizens living in the underserved and unserved communities across the country. Dr. Maida made this known in his keynote address at …read more →
DG NITDA says Blockchain Technology will Revolutionize Governance, Enhance Transparency
Mallam Inuwa Abdullahi Keshifu, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, says Blockchain technology, with its inherent principles of transparency, security, and decentralization can streamline governance and enthrone accountability. He said NITDA is fully committed to supporting and nurturing the growth of the blockchain and digital assets ecosystem in Nigeria as …read more →
Digital Sector: FG Gets $500m for Local Funding – Minister
Communications and Digital Economy Minister, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has disclosed that the Federal Government has secured a $500 billion loan for a local funding programme. This initiative, he said, is aimed at boosting innovation and entrepreneurship within the country’s digital sector. The minister, who stated this at a dinner Friday organised in his honour in …read more →
Tinubu Meets Oracle Chief, Hints at Partnership with Big Techs for Efficiency
President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, expressed his support for new partnerships with global technology companies to ensure that data from public institutions are accurate and transparent in providing templates on which proper public sector planning and accounting can occur across sectors. Speaking at a meeting in the State House with the Global Vice President of …read more →
NNPCL Seals Deal with NIPCO to Deploy CNG Stations Across Nigeria
In line with the directive of President Bola Tinubu to provide alternative fuel option to Nigerians following the removal of subsidy on Premium Motor Spirit, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has entered into partnership with NIPCO Gas Limited to develop Compressed Natural Gas stations across the country. Kyari said the move is part of …read more →
Danbatta Advises Businesses to Adjust with Disruptive Technologies
Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, Prof Umar Garba Danbatta, has advised businesses to adjust to the potentials of disruptive technologies which have been adopted across the globe for enhanced productivity and sustainability. He told industry leaders and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) innovators, who gathered at the 2023 edition of the …read more →