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For the African continent to unlock its vast economic potential, it must look to the example set by other large emerging markets like India which has embraced digitisation and innovation and transformed its economy. For Africa to achieve similar success, it must adopt these strategies, leveraging technology including Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and Unified Data Highways (UDH) to enhance productivity, increase access to services, and build a resilient economy capable of competing on the global stage. This is a key finding from a recently released report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA),  entitled: Unified…

By Martin Ekpeke Kaspersky’s Global Emergency Response Team has uncovered a novel ransomware strain, dubbed “Ymir,” that leverages advanced stealth techniques and selective file encryption. The ransomware was deployed in an attack following the theft of employee credentials, highlighting the growing threat of initial access brokering. Ymir’s Unique Tactics Ymir employs several distinctive techniques to evade detection and maximize its impact: Unconventional Memory Manipulation: The ransomware utilizes a unique combination of memory management functions (malloc, memmove, and memcmp) to execute malicious code directly in memory, deviating from the standard sequential execution flow of common ransomware. Selective File Encryption: Ymir can…

The cloud computing industry continues its explosive growth, with businesses increasingly relying on cloud infrastructure services. After four consecutive quarters of revenue gains, the entire sector reached a record-breaking $84 billion in Q3, a significant 23% increase from the same period last year. However, the most impressive growth lies in the five-year timeframe. Explosive Growth Over Five Years According to AltIndex.com data, quarterly cloud infrastructure services revenue has skyrocketed by a staggering 250% in the past five years. This translates to a more than tripled revenue since Q3 2019, where global cloud providers earned just $24 billion. This figure doubled…

A Media Analyst, Godiya Hamza has described the protest carried out at the DSS office of APC Akida leader as a campaign of calumny orchestrated against the  Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle. In a statement, Godiya described the group that carried out the protest as a group of street orchins recruited by the leader of APC AKIDA Tijjani Ramallan, who is jealous of Matawalle’s loyalty to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. “This is politics too far. Ramadan has been attacking President Bola Ahmed Tinubu right from campaign days. He never supported or participated in APC activities. He…

Recent protests and allegations against the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle MON, have stirred controversy. Organized demonstrations outside the Department of State Security (DSS) headquarters in Abuja, filled with hired crowds by APC AKIDA sponsored by Tijjani Ramallan and the Zamfara state government with unsubstantiated accusations, reveal a calculated attempt by Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal to discredit Dr. Matawalle. This orchestrated campaign, fueled by political motives and a desire to undermine Matawalle’s position, demands closer scrutiny. Reports indicate that these so-called protests are not spontaneous outcries from Zamfara’s citizens but rather an agenda-driven spectacle…

The recent protest organized by the All Progressives Congress (APC) Akida Forum raises significant questions about political motivations and accountability. Led by   Musa Mahmoud the APC AKIDA group staged a demonstration at the Abuja headquarters of the Department of State Services (DSS), demanding an investigation into the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, amid allegations linking him to banditry in the state. The protest, predominantly featuring hired women and youths from Abuja, was framed as a response to escalating security concerns in Zamfara. However, the underlying motives appear to be rooted in political rivalry rather than genuine…

Written by Staff Writer ITPulse Across Africa’s dynamic tech landscape, product designers are the unseen architects behind every smooth app, trusted transaction, and seamless experience, building the infrastructure of trust and usability that powers fintech, healthtech, HR systems, e-commerce, and logistics. As businesses increasingly rely on these craftsmen, their work in 2024 shows how design excellence, empathy, and strategic insight form the foundation of digital progress. Here are the Top 10 product designers whose work defines the structure of Africa’s digital future: Adimchi Oka, Senior Product Designer at Cowrywise Cowrywise is a fast-growing Nigerian platform helping individuals build wealth through…

Interswitch’s Technovation 3.0 Hackathon once again showcased the boundless potential of Africa’s tech ecosystem. The event, which took place recently, brought together some of the brightest minds in technology, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving to compete for top honors and significant seed funding. After days of intense coding, brainstorming, and prototyping, a panel of expert judges selected the top three teams based on their innovative ideas, technical prowess, and potential for real-world impact. The Winners: Skoot Labs: This team took home the grand prize of N5 million for their innovative child-friendly mobile banking and savings platform. Skoot Labs aims to empower young…

By Martin Ekpeke Obinna Iwuno, President of the Stakeholders in Blockchain Technology Association of Nigeria (SiBAN), has urged the Nigerian government to consider a national Bitcoin strategy in light of the recent global surge in cryptocurrency adoption, particularly following the election of Donald Trump, a pro-crypto US President. Iwuno believes that the new US administration’s stance on cryptocurrencies, coupled with global economic trends, presents a unique opportunity for Nigeria. He argues that a strategic approach to Bitcoin can lead to significant economic benefits for the country Such benefits, according to him include increased wealth where Nigerian traders could profit from…

By Martin Ekpeke A new survey by Flourish Ventures, in partnership with Endeavor, Launch Africa, Madica, Econa, and Startup Snapshot, has shed light on African tech founders’ demanding yet fulfilling journey. The study, involving over 160 founders across 13 countries, reveals a complex picture of passion, stress, and resilience. A Double-Edged Sword: Passion and Pressure While 81% of founders enjoy the entrepreneurial journey and 66% would rather start anew than take a job, the emotional toll is significant. A staggering 86% report a negative impact on their wellbeing, with common issues including anxiety, stress, exhaustion, and burnout. External Factors Fueling…