Applications for the 10k2Startup initiative are now being accepted from African entrepreneurs. This program seeks to provide cash and other forms of support to businesses that are tackling real-world issues, with a target range of $10,000 to $50,000. Established by Julius Nkansah Owusu-Kyerematen, the leader of Google’s multi-channel mid-market skills, 10k2Startup acknowledges that money and…
Today, Meta announced the launch of the Meta Llama (Large Language Model Meta AI) Impact Innovation Awards, building on its commitment to open science and empowering developers in every industry to drive breakthroughs, create new products and solutions, and benefit from accelerations in technological advancement and economic growth. The Meta Llama Impact Innovation Awards supports…
Tuesday saw the release of a new range of PCs designed specifically to run artificial intelligence applications, as tech companies work to promote the broader use of AI similar to ChatGPT. Microsoft unveiled its AI-powered personal PCs in May. These machines will run the Copilot Plus brand of software developed by the business. The goal…
A strong resume can help you find a job, whether you’re looking for your first job after college or are already employed. To highlight your talents, experience, education, honors, and references, update your resume every year or two instead of a cover letter, which needs to be adjusted for each new application. Given the status…
Even though Microsoft and Google have introduced their own chatbots, ChatGPT is still one of the greatest and most popular generative AI chatbots available today. A few weeks ago, OpenAI updated ChatGPT with GPT-4o, enabling free tier users to access services including file uploads, data analysis, vision, browsing, and vision. This implies that users of…
MTN ACE is a nationwide youth-centered economic empowerment program that impacts the relevant skills and creates opportunities for the youth. They program is designed for fresh graduates, those in and out of school, innovators, entrepreneurs well as tech-driven start-ups. The programs constitute; The MTN ACE initiative is an invention of the MTN Uganda Foundation, executed in…
…New security solution using NVIDIA NIM revealed at COMPUTEX Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, today announced plans to demo a new data centre solution, using NVIDIA technology, for security-conscious business and government customers harnessing the power of AI. This is just one of multiple AI security solutions being shown for the first time…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) temporarily suspended license issuance in three telecom categories. The suspension of these licences might raise eyebrows. However, facts have emerged on why the regulatory body took the decision. The three categories of licences suspended are Value Added Services (VAS) Aggregator Licences, Interconnect Exchange Service Licences and Mobile Virtual Network Operator…
As product-led organizations mature, the limitations of feature driven thinking become more apparent. While shipping new features can create short term spikes in usage, long term growth depends on the structure and sustainability of the system behind the product. Systems thinking offers a lens through which product managers can identify leverage points, feedback loops, and…
LinkedIn is launching a number of new artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help members with personalized learning and job searching. These artificial intelligence (AI) powered tools were unveiled on Thursday. They include a Jobseeker Coach that can find the ideal job for users based on a text prompt, a tool to analyze applications and resumes,…
On Thursday, WhatsApp revealed a number of enhancements to its video calling service for desktop and mobile users. From the previous limit of merely eight participants on the WhatsApp Desktop client, the participant limit for group video calls has been increased across platforms to up to 32 users. Apart from the augmentation of the video…
Cybercriminals’ dangers are always changing along with the digital terrain. Cybersecurity expertise is more in demand than ever in the modern world. Microsoft offers a variety of free cybersecurity training courses, suitable for both novices and seasoned IT professionals seeking to broaden their skill set.The goal of this program is to give participants the abilities…
Latest Africa Domain Name Industry Study has ranked Nigeria in second place. In the latest study commissioned by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) in collaboration with PowerSoft Africa, Nigeria moved up to second place in the Africa Domain Name Industry. Similarly, African country code Top-level Domains report shows 4.33million registrations as…
The Venture in Management Program (ViMP) is an annual, week-long, intensive program created by JA Nigeria in collaboration with Lagos Business School (LBS) to prepare recent graduates of no more than 27 years old and selected NYSC members for the workforce. The program exposes participants to the various aspects of managing a business, helps them…
The advent of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies has ushered in a transformative era in the global financial landscape. Initially conceived as a decentralized digital currency, Bitcoin has grown to influence a wide array of sectors, including finance, technology, and regulation. This article explores how Bitcoin is reshaping global financial regulation, the challenges it presents, and…
The Aspiring Entrepreneurs Programme (AEP) Future Makers Edition, funded by Standard Chartered Foundation (SBF) and assisted by Youth Business International (YBI), has concluded, according to a statement released by FATE Foundation. Standard Chartered Bank’s (SCB) global project, Futuremakers by Standard Chartered, aims to address inequality and encourage increased economic inclusion for adolescents in marginalized communities,…
The digital revolution has undeniably transformed the world, connecting individuals and businesses across continents. However, this interconnectedness comes at a steep price for many African nations. Overreliance on foreign cloud providers, primarily headquartered in the Americas and Europe, presents significant challenges that hinder the continent’s digital progress. The Cost of Dependence: Profit-Driven Pricing: These foreign…
…NiRA receives rousing recognition at ICANN80 The total domain names of the .ng registry have increased to 225,533, according to data made available by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA). NiRA the registry for .ng Internet Domain Names and maintains the database of names registered in the .ng country code Top Level Domain (ccTLD). A team led…
2023 marked a profound year in mobile money merchant acquisition in Africa. Why? This particular year witnessed a skyrocketing increase in the sector of 14%, reaching approximately $74 billion. This rapid growth shows how mobile money is changing the way businesses accept payments across Africa. Simply put, mobile money allows people to send, receive, and…
Risk-taking, those large bets made early on as startups to differentiate themselves from the competition, is the foundation of all prosperous organizations. After they are established, businesses usually strive to capitalize on their newfound size while maintaining this spirit of entrepreneurship. The issue is that risk aversion frequently accompanies progress. Even though many big businesses…
The technology titan Intel and the African Development Bank have announced plans to train 30,000 government officials and three million Africans in artificial intelligence. The agreement reached at the bank’s recent annual meetings in Nairobi, Kenya, would aid in developing a critical mass of Africans skilled in Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) skills, accelerating growth and…
ChatGPT has quickly emerged as a revolutionary in the AI space. Importantly, the OpenAI platform can free up time in addition to providing recommendations and question-answering. See how AI can revolutionize your everyday chores by reading our comprehensive guide to ChatGPT’s top features. However, integrating ChatGPT with your Google Drive can completely change the way…
StarNews Mobile is thrilled to launch a business competition for Nigerian entrepreneurs, in association with the Global Black Economic Forum (GBEF) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)! Here’s your opportunity to enhance your entrepreneurial path with money, mentorship, and business help if you are a startup or SME in Nigeria. Eligibility Criteria•…
Nigeria’s economy has not always been without its own fair share of challenges, despite the efforts of emerging entrepreneurs. The economy has had milestones that were usually short-lived due to change in government policies. Maintaining a suitable economy for all Nigerians cannot be far-fetched. Every citizen needs a thriving economy that that sets the pace…
People who are successful have long been regarded as geniuses destined to become inspiring leaders. Yet, the truth is that a growth mentality frequently goes hand in hand with a successful life and profession. These champions merely adopted an ongoing learning process driven by self-discipline, tenacity, and self-motivation to elevate the ordinary to the remarkable….
Nigerian ed-tech firm Harde Business School is constructing an online open university with the goal of giving students throughout Africa a learning environment akin to a master’s degree. Harde Business School was established in January 2021 with the goal of addressing educational issues in Nigeria and beyond Africa. The co-founder and COO of the startup,…
“Let’s Build, Africa,” a market-entry initiative created to enable African companies to broaden their horizons and reach new markets within the continent, has been launched by Nigeria’s Co-Creation Hub (CcHub). In 2010, CcHub opened up Nigeria’s first public living lab for internet businesses, investors, technicians, entrepreneurs, and hackers with the goal of accelerating the use…
In an important step to meet the growing need for generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills, Google has introduced a series of online courses designed to provide people the skills they need to succeed in this rapidly expanding industry. Google’s effort is expected to have a significant influence on future innovation and creativity as generative AI…
The 2024–2025 RUFORUM/Mastercard Foundation TAGDev Scholarships are now accepting applications. The 10 year (2023–2033) Transforming African Agricultural Universities to Meaningfully Contribute to Africa’s Growth and Development (TAGDev 2.0) program is being carried out by the Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, Gulu University (Uganda), Egerton University…
The ALX Africa Virtual Assistant (VA) Programme is a thought-provoking and practical learning experience designed to provide you with critical skills utilized by successful VAs. These abilities include organization, workplace etiquette, upward management, and essential tech tools used by businesses and successful virtual assistants to maximize productivity and work quality. With this program, you will…