The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has retracted its directive for banks and payment service providers to collect and remit the proposed 0.5% cybersecurity levy outlined in the Cybercrime Prevention and Prohibition Amendment Act of 2024. This decision was communicated through a revised circular dated May 17, which the CBN released on Monday, 20th May,…
The United States extends its heartfelt condolences following the tragic deaths of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other members of their delegation, who perished in a helicopter crash in northwest Iran yesterday. The US mourns this profound loss and expresses deep sympathy for the families and citizens affected by this unfortunate…
The Chief Executive Officers of Microsoft, Satya Nadella, on Monday introduced a groundbreaking category of personal computers, which includes advanced generative AI tools seamlessly integrated into Windows, the company’s flagship operating system. This innovation signifies a major step forward in personal computing, blending the capabilities of AI directly with everyday use. Nadella revealed this development…
The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), on Monday took significant legal action by filing for arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and senior leaders of Hamas, accusing them of severe violations of international law. Prosecutor Karim Khan announced his request for warrants targeting Netanyahu and Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing…
