Category: Tech
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Google introduces new feature to combat phone theft
In a bid to combat phone theft and protect users’ sensitive data, Google on Tuesday in Lagos announced new advanced theft protection features for Android devices in Africa and around the world.
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NCC moves to simplify voice, data plans
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has initiated a tariff simplification exercise to reduce the numerous tariff options and promotional elements that hinder consumers from making informed decisions.
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WARNING! Cellphone, laptop use can increase dementia risk – Physiotherapist
Using mobiles and laptops may increase the risk of dementia, a physiotherapist has warned. Dr Solomon Abrahams, a lecturer at the Imperial College of Medicine and University College London, says everyone is guilty of the habit.
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NITDA warns against job scam on LinkedIn
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has warned the public against a new job scam malware “CovertCatch”, spread by cyber threat actors on the social engine, LinkedIn.
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FG signs MoU with Ericsson to spread 5G across Nigeria
The Nigerian Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ericsson to establish a framework of cooperation on 5G technology development, deployment and innovation. 5G is the fifth generation of cellular networks. Up to 100 times faster than 4G. 5G has created never-before-seen opportunities for people and businesses.
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FG to replace aging satellite before 2026 – NIGCOMSAT
Mrs Jane Egerton-Idehen, the Managing Director, Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Ltd., has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to replacing the NIGCOMSAT-1R satellite before its lifespan ends in 2026.
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WARNING! Experts uncover iPhone bug that could put users at risk
Cybersecurity experts have uncovered a major systemic privacy bug in the iPhone that is capable of putting users at risk of data exposure.
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Google’s products, services contribute $1.8bn to Nigeria’s economy
Google on Thursday said that a recent study, conducted by Public First, showed that Artificial Intelligence (AI) had the potential of contributing $15 billion to the Nigerian economy by 2030.
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X: Why users see toxic content on social media – Elon Musk
Billionaire owner of X (formerly Twitter), Elon Musk has opened up on why social media users see toxic contents on the microblogging platform.
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Police arrest Telegram CEO, Durov in France
Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder and CEO of Telegram, was reportedly detained at Bourget Airport near Paris on Saturday evening, according to French news outlets TF1 and BFM TV.