In a significant boost to Nigeria’s digital economy, Visa Inc., the American multinational payment card services giant, has announced plans to set up a data centre infrastructure in the country. The development was revealed by Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, on his official X account, following a high-profile meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja….
Google has unveiled two new features for its Gemini AI suite: Canvas and Audio Overview. These innovations aim to enhance AI-driven content creation, providing users with real-time editing capabilities and engaging audio summaries. The features are now rolling out globally for Gemini and Gemini Advanced subscribers, according to Google’s official blog. Canvas is designed to…
Nigerians could soon face a surge in the prices of premium energy products like diesel and petrol as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery temporarily suspends sales in Naira. In a statement on Wednesday, the $20 billion refinery—located in Lagos—explained that the move was necessary to avoid financial misalignment. “This decision is necessary to avoid a mismatch…
In a significant boost to Nigeria’s social welfare framework, the European Union (EU) has committed €46 million to support the country’s social protection initiatives. The newly launched program, titled “Sustainable Social Protection System in Nigeria” (SUSI), was officially unveiled at the United Nations House in Abuja. This initiative represents a major step toward strengthening Nigeria’s…
After nearly three decades at the creative helm of Versace, Donatella Versace is stepping down from her role as Chief Creative Officer. In a significant shift for the iconic fashion house, Miu Miu’s Dario Vitale will take over as the new creative lead, effective April 1, 2025. This transition marks a historic moment, as it…
Cryptocurrency exchange OKX is gearing up to enhance its institutional services across Europe after securing a Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II) license. This milestone follows OKX’s acquisition of a Malta-licensed firm that holds the coveted MiFID II authorization, further solidifying the company’s regulatory compliance within the European market. According to the announcement, the…
X (formerly Twitter) experienced a major cyberattack on Monday, causing multiple outages throughout the day. Elon Musk, the platform’s owner, hinted that a well-organized group or even a nation-state might be behind the attack, marking one of the most serious incidents the platform has faced. According to Downdetector, X faced three significant outages on Monday,…
After more than two decades of connecting people around the world, Microsoft has announced the shutdown of Skype in May 2025. The move signals the end of an era for the pioneering voice and video calling platform, which has struggled to remain competitive against newer messaging services. Microsoft acquired Skype in 2011 for $8.5 billion,…
Gene Hackman, the acclaimed actor whose powerful performances defined a generation of cinema, has passed away at the age of 95. His wife, pianist Betsy Arakawa, and their dog were also found deceased at their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, according to a statement from the local sheriff’s office on Thursday. Authorities confirmed that…
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is working to deploy Starlink satellite internet terminals as part of an effort to accelerate the upgrade of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) national airspace system. According to sources familiar with the matter, the initiative raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest within Musk’s business empire and the impact on a…
