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Terra Raised $52 Million — Now Its Autonomous Systems Are Heading Into Nigerian Mines
Startups & Innovation

Terra Raised $52 Million — Now Its Autonomous Systems Are Heading Into Nigerian Mines

Terra Industries is taking its autonomous surveillance technology into Nigerian mines after raising $52 million. The real test now is whether funding can become repeatable commercial revenue.

African Startups Have Raised $2 Billion in 2026 But Where Is the Money Actually Going?
Startups & Innovation

African Startups Have Raised $2 Billion in 2026 But Where Is the Money Actually Going?

African startups have raised over $2 billion in 2026, but funding is increasingly concentrated in fewer companies. Here is what the numbers mean for founders.

OpenAI Launches Dots, Always-On AI Agents That Keep Working After You Leave ChatGPT
Artificial Intelligence

OpenAI Launches Dots, Always-On AI Agents That Keep Working After You Leave ChatGPT

OpenAI has launched Dots, GPT-6 Astra-powered AI agents that can work continuously, use a cloud computer and connect with more than 4,000 apps.

Nigeria's NCC Device Management System: How IMEI Registration Could Fight Crime
Tech Industry

Nigeria's NCC Device Management System: How IMEI Registration Could Fight Crime

Nigeria's NCC is rolling out an IMEI-based Device Management System. Here's how it could combat stolen phones and support security and why privacy safeguards matter.

Nigerian Court Rules on Truecaller Contacts and Data Privacy
Tech Industry

Nigerian Court Rules on Truecaller Contacts and Data Privacy

A Lagos court says a Truecaller user's consent does not automatically cover non-users in their contacts. Here's what the ruling could mean for data privacy in Nigeria.

NITDA Builders Festival 2026: How to Apply Before October 5
Startups & Innovation

NITDA Builders Festival 2026: How to Apply Before October 5

NITDA Builders Festival 2026 applications are open for Nigerian startups. Learn who can apply, what judges want, the ₦3 billion pipeline and how to prepare your product.

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Free Siemens Solar Training Opens for Nigerians — How to Apply
Startups & Innovation

Free Siemens Solar Training Opens for Nigerians — How to Apply

Siemens Energy, GIZ and partners are offering free Solar PV training in Nigeria. Here is why graduates and young professionals should consider the renewable-energy opportunity.

Nvidia Is Buying Hugging Face for $12.9 Billion And That Could Change Who Controls AI
Artificial Intelligence

Nvidia Is Buying Hugging Face for $12.9 Billion And That Could Change Who Controls AI

Nvidia has reportedly agreed to acquire Hugging Face for $12.9 billion. Here is why the deal could give Nvidia influence over open-source AI models, datasets and the software layer beyond GPUs.

iPhone 18 Launch Date Confirmed: What Apple Will Unveil on September 9 and How Much Nigerians Could Pay
Smartphones

iPhone 18 Launch Date Confirmed: What Apple Will Unveil on September 9 and How Much Nigerians Could Pay

Apple has confirmed its September 9, 2026 event. Here is what to expect from the iPhone 18 Pro, foldable iPhone Ultra, Apple Watch and AirPods, plus estimated Nigeria prices.

How to Buy Dangote Refinery Shares From Its IPO
Startups & Innovation

How to Buy Dangote Refinery Shares From Its IPO

Dangote Refinery is preparing for its NGX IPO. Here is how Nigerians can buy shares safely through NGX Invest, regulated brokers and legitimate investment apps.

WhatsApp Makes Parental Controls Easier on iPhone: What African Parents Need to Know
Apps

WhatsApp Makes Parental Controls Easier on iPhone: What African Parents Need to Know

WhatsApp is making parent-managed accounts easier to set up on iPhone. Learn how WhatsApp parental controls work, what parents can monitor, and how Nigerian and African families can protect children online.

Airtel and Starlink Launch Satellite-to-Phone Service in Africa
Telecom Offers

Airtel and Starlink Launch Satellite-to-Phone Service in Africa

Airtel and Starlink have launched satellite-to-phone connectivity in the DRC, bringing mobile coverage to areas beyond traditional network towers.

Moove Raises $250 Million: How a Lagos Startup Became a Global Mobility Powerhouse
Startups & Innovation

Moove Raises $250 Million: How a Lagos Startup Became a Global Mobility Powerhouse

Nigerian-founded mobility fintech Moove has raised $250 million at a $2.1 billion valuation. Here's how a startup that began in Lagos grew into a global mobility and autonomous vehicle company.

Africa's New Unicorns: Why Moove's Rise Matters Beyond Fintech
Startups & Innovation

Africa's New Unicorns: Why Moove's Rise Matters Beyond Fintech

Africa's unicorn club remains dominated by fintech, but Moove's $2.1 billion valuation signals growing opportunities for mobility, e-commerce and other tech sectors.

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