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Cybercriminals Successfully Encrypted Data in Ransomware Attacks on Nearly 75% of Healthcare Organizations That Sophos Surveyed

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Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, today shared its sector survey report, “The State of Ransomware in Healthcare 2023,” which revealed that, among those organizations surveyed, cybercriminals successfully encrypted data in nearly 75% of ransomware attacks. This is the highest rate of encryption in the past three years and a…

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Nigerian Biotech Startup, Syndicate Bio Collaborates With NICRAT to Launch Cancer Genome Project

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The National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT) and Nigerian biotech startup Syndicate Bio have announced a strategic partnership to launch the Cancer Genome Nigeria project. The study’s goal is to close the gap in cancer disparities by examining the most common cancers among more than 300 ethnolinguistic groups and Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones….

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South Africa: Microsoft Join Forces With YES to Equip 300,000 Youths with AI Training

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An innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) training initiative, made possible by a partnership between Microsoft South Africa and the Youth Employment Service (YES), will equip 300,000 young South Africans with digital skills and promote creativity, employment, and economic growth in the future. The recent Microsoft South Africa’s A New Era with AI event in Sandton highlighted…

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Kenya Unveils its First Local Smartphone Assembling Plant in East Africa

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Kenyans may now purchase reasonably priced cellphones that are locally made thanks to the opening of the cutting-edge East Africa Device Assembly Kenya Limited in Athi River. The establishment of the device assembly facility was a collaborative effort between international device manufacturers and local mobile network operators. The gadgets will retail for Sh7,499 and be…

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NCC, ZOHO, ADC, Inq., OADC, Others Sponsor AfriTECH 3.0, ATAEx Awards

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Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Zoho Nigeria, Digital Encode Limited, Inq.Digital, Notion Technologies limited have thrown their weight behind the third edition of the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 3.0) to be held on 8th of November 2023 at the Providence Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, Themed: “Technology-as-a-Service (TaaS) in Emerging Economy”, AfriTECH 3.0 is also supported by Comercio Limited, Open…

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Hux Ventures sets the stage for entrepreneurial excellence with the debut of its Startup Studio Program, designed to ignite success stories in the heart of Africa.

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A new dawn emerges in African entrepreneurship as Sam Ojei, General Partner at Hux Ventures, unveils “Hux Fast.” This groundbreaking initiative represents a paradigm shift, a visionary program meticulously designed to empower aspiring entrepreneurs across the African continent. With a strategic plan infused with mentorship, resources, and funding, Sam Ojei’s vision is poised to catalyze the…

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Meet 8-year-old Nigerian, Tuyva Benibo, the Winner of a Global Coding Contest

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Tuyva Benibo, an 8-year-old kid, won the Outstanding Animation category at the International Kids Coding Competition (IKCC), continuing a trend of young Nigerians who represent their nation with pride on a global scale. In an interview, Benibo encourages young kids to learn to code and discusses his motivation for pulling off the accomplishment.   8-year-old…

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NDPC and Ministry of Interior Forge Strategic Alliance to Safeguard Personal Data Integrity

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The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) team, led by the National Commissioner/CEO, Dr Vincent Olatunji, conducted an advocacy visit to the Honourable Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, at his office in Abuja to raise awareness about Data Protection on October 27, 2023. Dr Olatunji emphasized the increasing digitization of the world and its impact on…

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Top 10 Finalists Emerge for Africa Tech Festival’s Start-Up World Cup

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The top ten candidates from the AfricaIgnite Pitch Competition have been revealed by the Africa Tech Festival. On December 1st, these competitors will compete for the chance to represent Africa at the Startup World Cup. From November 14–16, in Cape Town, there will be an Africa Tech Festival featuring the AfricaIgnite Pitch Competition. A large…

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Application is now Open for African Agri-food Startups to the THRIVE Global Accelerator Program

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Applications for the THRIVE Global Accelerator program are open to African agri-food firms. The program’s goal is to help seed through Series A companies and get them ready for expansion and scalability. The 12-week THRIVE Global Accelerator helps businesses all along the agri-food value chain, with a particular focus on those using innovation to build…

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Apply: $100,000 YouthADAPT Challenge 2023 for African Female Tech Innovators With Climate Change Solutions

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A call for applications has been issued for the third edition of the YouthADAPT Challenge, an initiative of the Global Center on Adaptation and the African Development Bank (AfDB) jointly, with the goal of supporting young entrepreneurs who are spearheading solutions to address climate change. Young entrepreneurs running micro, small, and medium-sized businesses in Africa…

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DLM Trust Company Terminates Its Appointment As Escrow Trustee With Patricia Technologies Limited.

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DLM Trust completely disassociates itself from the press release by Patricia Technologies Limited on the 24th of October 2023. We were not aware of the publication neither did we consent to it. The news of the appointment of DLM Trust has been falsely portrayed in the media publications as a ‘partnership’ between both companies. DLM Trust…

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McEnies Signs Agreement with UK Met Office and FCDO to Create Communications Protocol for Flood-Prone Communities in Nigeria

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McEnies Global Communications has won a contract with UK Met Office to develop improved communications practices on weather information and work out meaningful communication strategies to mitigate against perennial flooding in Nigeria. The project which is being sponsored by UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) will bring together several relevant government agencies, like NIMET,…

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10 Startups Eligible for Startupbootcamp AfriTech’s ASIP Accelerator

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The fourth iteration of Startupbootcamp AfriTech’s ASIP Accelerator Programme has chosen ten entrepreneurs from Africa to participate, providing them with US$18,000 in funding as well as three months of mentorship, tools, and networking opportunities. Startupbootcamp The first pan-African startup accelerator with multiple corporate backings, AfriTech, was introduced in 2017. The Africa Startup Initiative Programme (ASIP),…

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Qualcomm Rolls out Snapdragon Seamless, a new Cross-platform Technology for Linking Multiple Devices

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At the Snapdragon Summit in Hawaii on Tuesday, Qualcomm unveiled a wide range of fresh goods and services, including its newest flagship chip, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. A new cross-platform solution that enables the smooth integration of numerous devices into a single ecosystem was also presented by the company. According to the manufacturer, Snapdragon…

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Nigeria Earns Accreditation into Global Privacy Assembly

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In recognition of her landmark achievements in the advancement of data privacy and protection, Nigeria has been admitted as a member of Global Privacy Assembly (GPA) The Nigeria Data Protection Bill assented to by HE President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, was a major consideration in accrediting Nigeria as a member of the prestigious Assembly. Similarly, the…

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Application is now Open to Kenyan, Rwandan Startups for the Smart Cities Innovation Program

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Startups from Kenya and Rwanda are encouraged to submit applications to the Smart Cities Innovation Programme (SCIP), which aims to rapidly scale ideas influencing the future of urban living in Africa. The SCIP is directed at digital companies working in Rwanda or Kenya with ready-to-scale solutions in smart transportation, logistics, or e-commerce. It is run…

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Meta to Introduce Broadcast Channels on Facebook, Messenger

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Mark Zuckerberg revealed today that TV channels are coming to Facebook and Messenger. The most recent addition to Facebook’s extensive collection of tools that Page admins, such as artists and public personalities, can use to directly connect and further engage with their communities, are broadcast channels, which are a public, one-to-many messaging platform for Pages….

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Software Industry Gears Up for TestNigeria 2.0 Conference

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TestNigeria Conference, Nigeria’s premier conference on Software Testing, is back in Lagos for the second edition. Scheduled for Radisson Blu Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos, will be abuzz with excitement on November 9th, 2023, as software testing experts, industry leaders, and technology enthusiasts will gather for the highly anticipated TestNigeria 2.0 Conference. Organised by the Nigerian…

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Kenyan-made Smartphones Set to Debut in the Market on October 30th

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Kenyan-made cellphones are expected to enter the market this month, according to an exclusive Techweez report from last month. Eliud Owalo, the ICT Cabinet Secretary, has come out in the last 10 days to corroborate this, saying the date is fixed on October 30. At a tech conference in Kigali earlier in the week, CS…

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Nigeria: 6 Student-led Startups Joins Uninnovators Program

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The six student-led firms from Nigeria selected for the Uninnovators’ firms-in-Residence initiative, which aims to spur innovation in a few postsecondary institutions in Africa, have been announced by Co-Creation Hub (CcHub). The Make-IT in Africa project, run by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic…

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WhatsApp: Support for Passkeys is now Live on Android

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Android users who use WhatsApp will soon be able to securely re-login to their accounts using their device PIN or biometric authentication. Before, users of WhatsApp had to enter a one-time password (OTP) and an optional six-digit PIN for two-factor authentication in order to access their accounts. Android users will now be able to use…

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Exceptional Galaxy Features Are Now Available to Even More Users with the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, and Galaxy Buds FE.

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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced the latest FE series addition to the Samsung Galaxy ecosystem — the new Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+, and Galaxy Buds FE. Known for their iconic and durable designs, advanced performance, cutting-edge camera and audio capabilities, and so much more — these are the most…

LG QNED TV

With the new LG QNED TV, see the smallest details on a larger screen.

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Generally speaking, a larger TV screen is a good thing. Larger TVs have grown in popularity among consumers as well as in availability over time. Because of developments in film technology, they let viewers fully immerse themselves in the subject they’re watching by bringing our favourite stories to life on screen in more realistic ways….

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AVEVA Achieves AWS Energy Competency Status

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AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, driving digital transformation and sustainability, announced that it has achieved Amazon Web Services (AWS) Energy Competency status.  The distinction recognizes AVEVA’s expertise in helping customers leverage AWS’ cloud technology to transform complex industrial systems and accelerate the transition to a sustainable energy future.   AVEVA is one of just seven companies…

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Kuramo Capital Shares Plans to Invest $150M in African Female-led Funds

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A Sub-Saharan African (SSA) investment company, Kuramo Capital Management, has announced plans to invest $150 million over the next 10 years to promote female-led businesses. The investment will be provided through its Moremi Platform, a three-pillar initiative that includes an accelerator program, a warehousing/lending facility, and a Fund of Funds in an effort to support…

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A Nigerian Renewable Energy Firm, WATT Secures $13M Fund

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The Nigerian hybrid solar system supplier WATT Renewable Corporation (WATT) has raised US$13 million to expand its operations. The US$13 million in funding came from Empower New Energy, a lender and partner in the development of renewable energy. For the needs of commercial, industrial, and agricultural energy users, Empower New Energy finances, builds, and owns…

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Egypt: 15 Tech Startups Eligible for 500 Global, ITIDA Scale-up Program

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The 500 Global in Egypt Scale Up Programme, which helps founders grow their companies, has chosen 15 Egyptian tech startups for its inaugural class. The initiative is a seven-week program run by 500 Global, one of the most active venture capital firms in the world, in collaboration with the Egyptian Information Technology Industry Development Agency…

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Baobab Network Unveils Plan to Invest In 1000 African Tech Companies

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In order to support digital startups across Africa, early-stage investor and accelerator Baobab Network has announced plans to invest in 1000 businesses between now and 2033. Since its 2019 launch, Baobab has continuously been one among the continent’s most active investors, supporting locally led businesses from the start. The co-founder of Baobab, Toby Hanington, claimed…