Author: Akin Naphtal

Clavister, the Swedish cybersecurity company, has been selected alongside Nokia to fortify the security of 3 UK’s network, making it the largest 5G security deployment for Clavister thus far. In this collaboration, 3 UK will enhance its 5G cybersecurity by incorporating Clavister and Nokia solutions. The initial phase of the agreement will involve Clavister experts implementing a network-wide upgrade to the latest version of Clavister NetShield firewall for mobile networks. READ ALSO: Nigerian Gov’t ask Google to remove 18 loan apps As the upgrade proceeds, Clavister will receive subsequent software license orders, aligning its business model with Three UK’s scalable…

The Federal Government, represented by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, has demanded that Google eliminate 18 digital loan apps from its Play Store. These apps are allegedly operating without proper approval or are in violation of the Limited Interim Regulatory/Registration Framework and Guidelines for Digital Lending, 2022. READ ALSO: TikTok suspended in Senegal due to concerns about impact on national stability The commission emphasized that only digital money lenders with valid regulatory authorization are allowed on the platform. On Wednesday, the FCCPC listed the apps to be removed, and Google was ordered to take immediate action. Failure to…

Formerly known as Twitter, social media giant X has introduced a new feature that lets paid users hide their verification checkmarks. The Twitter Blue relaunch last year brought paid verification to subscribers, offering premium features for enhanced engagement. While verified accounts are traditionally seen as symbols of authenticity and credibility, X has taken a unique approach by empowering paid subscribers to control their online presence. This aligns with the company’s commitment to personalized user experiences. By choosing this service, users can hide their verification checkmarks, enjoying the benefits of their subscription while maintaining a lower profile. Some exceptions may still…

YNV Group, a prominent technology solutions provider in Nigeria, successfully concluded its second tech talent summit, addressing the surging demand for tech skills and cybersecurity in the country. The event gathered tech experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss future talent strategies for accelerated and secure digital transformation. READ ALSO: Samsung, Misk to launch AI skills program in Saudi Arabia Speakers from Microsoft, Stanbic IBTC, YNV Group, and VMware shared insights on technology trends, challenges, and leveraging technology for operational enhancements, customer experiences, and cost efficiencies. The summit emphasized attracting, skilling, and retaining technical talent while safeguarding operations and customers…

Samsung Electronics and the Mohammed bin Salman Foundation (Misk) have joined forces to introduce the fifth edition of the Samsung Innovation Program in Saudi Arabia. This initiative aims to provide essential skills in artificial intelligence to 85 trainees specializing in artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things. READ ALSO: MTN Uganda Lauded as it Launches First 5G Network Across the Country The 12-week program, comprising 320 training hours and a graduation project, aims to empower young talents and equip them with the knowledge needed to excel in their careers, while also fostering technological growth and employment opportunities in the country.…

Jordan is taking significant strides in its industrial development with the approval of ambitious projects in the semiconductor and ceramics sectors. The country has given the go-ahead for the establishment of a solar power semiconductor plant, estimated to cost $100 million. Jordan’s very own Philadelphia Solar Company will spearhead this venture, and the plant will be located in the Mushatta Industrial zone in the capital city, Amman. Furthermore, a Chinese firm has expressed its commitment to invest around $65 million in the construction of a ceramics plant in Al-Karak city in the western part of Jordan. While the firm’s name…

Ugandans are currently experiencing exceptionally high-speed internet access like never before. This development is made possible by MTN Uganda, a prominent African telecommunication company that recently launched the country’s inaugural 5G internet connection. MTN Uganda’s journey towards 5G began in 2020 when it embarked on a Proof of Concept with its partners to assess the service’s potential. Following this, it entered a strategic five-year alliance with Huawei, China’s tech giant, to execute a broad modernization project for a 5G-ready core network. Subsequently, in May 2023, it launched the first 5G use case for industries in Uganda. To actualize 5G, MTN…

Vodacom South Africa’s Managing Director, Sitho Mdlalose, has expressed apprehensions regarding the surging input expenses in the telecommunications industry, which are surpassing the inflation rate. Mdlalose emphasized that despite Vodacom implementing price increases below the inflation level, the costs related to serving customers are escalating. This circumstance might compel Vodacom to transfer the augmented expenses to consumers, as it has already done with certain price modifications earlier this year. Mdlalose highlighted that the cost of generating 1GB of data has been rising due to investments aimed at mitigating the impact of load shedding and other contributing factors. Despite endeavors to…

Capgemini, a global technology company, has introduced a comprehensive generative AI portfolio of services to strategize, develop, and implement AI technology at scale. During the recent earnings announcement, Capgemini Group’s CEO, Aiman Ezzat, disclosed an impressive €2 billion investment in artificial intelligence to establish leadership in this breakthrough technology. They also plan to double their data and AI teams to 60,000 within three years. Capgemini is actively developing industry-specific offers and forming strategic partnerships with Google Cloud and Microsoft. They are training most of their workforce through the Data & AI Campus to fully leverage generative AI’s power in their…

Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company has announced that Sumitomo Corporation, a leading trading and investment conglomerate that operates 900 companies in 66 countries, is using AWS to power its digital transformation. As part of the multiyear initiative, Sumitomo Corporation will migrate its SAP environments to AWS and use a platform built on the world’s leading cloud provider to make data-driven business decisions, automate processes, and respond quickly to customer needs. Sumitomo Corporation will use RISE with SAP on AWS, a fully managed offering that combines SAP’s solution and implementation experience with AWS’s experience in helping customers…