Author: ITPulse

The Titans of Tech Conference and Exhibition (TOTCE) is gearing up for its 20th anniversary on July 26th and 27th, 2024. This milestone edition promises to be bigger than ever, with the launch of a commemorative book – “50 Most Influential ICT Innovators in Nigeria.” This publication celebrates two decades of the conference by honoring the pioneers who have shaped Nigeria’s information and communication technology (ICT) landscape. Don Pedro Aganbi, the mastermind behind TOTCE, emphasizes the event’s significance. He envisions TOTCE as a meeting place for “thought leaders, industry experts, CEOs, and government agencies” to share ideas and shape the…

The technology can assist in decision-making, risk assessment, and data analysis, empowering entrepreneurs in their ventures Africa has a unique opportunity to influence the future of work in these early days as large language learning models (LLMs) are evolving, and the environment for applications is still new. According to the AI and the Future of Work in Africa whitepaper produced by Microsoft and a collective of industry experts from across the continent. Nearly one billion people in Africa are currently under the age of 35 with the continent projected to be home to almost half of the world’s youth population…

The announcement by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the West Africa Telecommunications Regulators Assembly (WATRA) to join hands to boost the West Africa ICT infrastructure mapping across the region will focus on six key areas. They are: Joint advocacy: Raising awareness about the importance of data collection and management for informed decision-making. Capacity building: Sharing resources and conducting training sessions to improve member states’ mapping capabilities. Technical assistance: Providing support to review and update infrastructure data. Data analysis for decision-making: Using data to gain insights for better infrastructure investment decisions. Regional integration: Identifying network interconnection gaps and opportunities to…

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Artificial Intelligence is no longer something out of a sci-fi movie or reserved for engineers working at global tech companies. From writing emails to analysing spreadsheets, AI is becoming a day-to-day assistant for teachers, small business owners, HR professionals, creatives, and even students. But many people are still on the sidelines—unsure where to begin. Maybe you have said something like: “I do not have a tech background.” “AI sounds too complicated.” “I am not even good with Excel.” Here is the truth: You do not need to be a coder to start using AI tools. You only need curiosity, a…

Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is teaming up with the Federal Capital Territory Universal Basic Educational Board (FCT-UBEB) to improve how students learn about technology. This collaboration is part of NITDA’s plan to make sure more people in Nigeria know how to use technology well (digital literacy) by 2027. NITDA chief Kashifu Inuwa said that working with FCT-UBEB aligns with a goal in NITDA’s plan to teach people about technology and develop their skills. Inuwa said that it’s important to use technology in education because students today (who are called “digital natives”) are already comfortable with technology. NITDA…

The African Development Bank (AfDB) and Infrastructure Credit Guarantee Company Limited (InfraCredit), a specialized Nigerian credit guarantee company have signed a $15 million agreement to enhance infrastructure financing in Nigeria. The deal, which was signed on behalf of the two organizations by Lamin Barrow, Director General of the African Development Bank’s Nigeria Country Department, and Chinua Azubike, CEO of InfraCredit recently, will strengthen InfraCredit’s capital base and attract institutional investors’ resources to help close Nigeria’s infrastructure financing gap. Also, the facility will boost InfraCredit’s efforts to unlock additional long-term local currency financing through the capital markets for infrastructure projects, primarily…

By Martin Ekpeke Following what can be described as a productive week in San Francisco, Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, set his sights on Washington D.C. for the World Bank Group-organized Nigeria Week 2024. This porch event served as a platform to showcase the burgeoning partnership between Nigeria and the World Bank in propelling the nation’s digital transformation journey. At the one-week event, the Minister’s body language and outburst displayed a man who wants to prioritise infrastructure and capacity building as a foundation for a thriving digital economy. Thus, he recognized that a robust digital…

If you need an additional source of income, you should look no further than Nigeria’s thriving digital banking industry. You’ll find the best business opportunity there, with PalmPay being the most rewarding fintech to bank with. With over 30 million users and 1.1 million businesses, including 600,000 merchants and 500,000 agents as part of its cashless payment ecosystem, PalmPay is a perfect platform for those looking to make money in the digital banking space. One major reason why PalmPay stands out among other competing brands is that its users can send and receive money seamlessly, pay bills effortlessly, and shop…

Infobip is leveraging Google Vertex AI, a machine learning platform, to create intelligent and engaging conversational experiences to offer businesses a powerful way to connect with customers through chatbots on Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging. This partnership has become necessary going by the growing popularity of RCS messaging, which offers features like images and videos. Today, businesses are seeking ways to personalize their interactions with customers. Infobip’s integration with Google Vertex AI fills this need by allowing companies to build chatbots that can handle a wide range of tasks, from answering questions to processing transactions. According to Ivan Ostojić, Chief…