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EU Tells Advanced-AI Companies to Get Their Models Under Control — But Can Europe Actually Stop One?
Artificial Intelligence

EU Tells Advanced-AI Companies to Get Their Models Under Control — But Can Europe Actually Stop One?

The EU says advanced AI providers must get their models under control. Here's what the AI Act lets regulators demand from OpenAI and other AI companies.

UduTech and Baro AI Expand GPU Access in Africa — But Can Developers Actually Rent Them?
Startups & Innovation

UduTech and Baro AI Expand GPU Access in Africa — But Can Developers Actually Rent Them?

Nigeria's UduTech has partnered with Baro AI to expand GPU compute across Africa. Here's what the deal includes and what developers still need to know.

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.

Anthropic Researcher Quits and Warns AI Could ‘Kill Us All’ — Recent Incidents Are Fueling His Fear
Artificial Intelligence

Anthropic Researcher Quits and Warns AI Could ‘Kill Us All’ — Recent Incidents Are Fueling His Fear

Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon says advanced AI could threaten humanity within a decade, as recent AI-agent security incidents intensify calls for stronger safeguards.

Kenya’s ARC Ride Raises $33.3 Million as Africa’s Electric Motorcycle Race Accelerates
Startups & Innovation

Kenya’s ARC Ride Raises $33.3 Million as Africa’s Electric Motorcycle Race Accelerates

Kenya’s ARC Ride has raised $33.3 million to expand electric motorcycles and battery swapping across Africa as investment in the continent’s EV infrastructure accelerates.

WhatsApp Ends Android 5 Support Today, iPhone Users Are Next in November — Check If Your Phone Is Affected
Apps

WhatsApp Ends Android 5 Support Today, iPhone Users Are Next in November — Check If Your Phone Is Affected

WhatsApp has stopped supporting Android 5 and will raise its iPhone requirement in November. Check whether your Android phone or iPhone will be affected.

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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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