Author: ITPulse

By Lerato Bojabotseha Youth are the active drivers of technology adoption and innovation, often being the first to embrace new developments, and thus setting trends and encouraging businesses to incorporate such advancements. Given that over 60% of South Africa’s population is under age 35, according to figures published by Statista, the country’s youthful population is uniquely positioned to embrace and shape the future of technology. This trend is evident in how Generation Z is currently shaping the way people communicate and this in turn is compelling businesses to amend their communication strategies to suit this demographic. In line with this,…

Are you in the market for a new smartphone that won’t break the bank, delivers exceptional performance, and has many benefits? Allow me to introduce you to the TECNO POVA 6 Neo. You might have heard some buzz about this device, but here are five compelling reasons why the TECNO POVA 6 Neo has to be your next smartphone. Without further ado, let’s dive in! The TECNO POVA 6 Neo has a massive 7000mAh battery, ensuring you stay connected, productive, and entertained for days without frequent recharges. Whether navigating through a busy workday or indulging in marathon gaming sessions, this…

Data made available by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) has shown that the number of registered .ng domain names has surpassed 225,533, showcasing the increasing popularity of this digital identity for Nigerian businesses and individuals. This was disclosed by NiRA President, Adesola Akinsanya who led a team at ICANN80 meeting in Kigali, Rwanda. According to him, this milestone highlights NiRA’s commitment to promoting .ng domain adoption and fostering Nigeria’s digital space. “Growing to 225,000 .ng domain name registrations underscores the domain’s significance and its role in establishing a strong digital identity for businesses and individuals alike,” he said. Here…

Zoho Corporation, a leading global technology company, today announced early access to Zoho CRM for Everyone, a new set of industry-first capabilities aimed at democratising CRM to all teams involved in customer operations activities. The company also unveiled significant enhancements to its offerings for professional developers and app development teams. These include early access to new services within Catalyst, the company’s pro-code full-stack development platform, and the general availability of Zoho Apptics, an application analytics solution that enables developers to track the in-app usage and performance of applications built on iOS, macOS, Android, and other platforms. “Businesses are looking for…

The duo of Rack Centre and AWS have joined hands to improve internet connectivity across Africa. This was made possible during a recent webinar, “AWS Direct Connect: Extend Your On-Premise Networks into AWS,” which brought together industry experts to discuss this critical topic. The session focused on how AWS Direct Connect can address connectivity challenges and open up new opportunities for businesses in Nigeria and Zambia. Experts highlighted how Direct Connect offers businesses a dependable solution for managing and scaling their network traffic. With real-time bandwidth adjustments, businesses can avoid exceeding their limits and maintain optimal performance. Additionally, the platform’s…

By Martin Ekpeke The call for data hosting in Nigeria is primarily propelled by factors such as digitalization, advancements in technology, the presence of major operators, internet penetration and government initiatives in Nigeria, where its data centre market stands out as one of the fastest-growing in Africa. Federal government agencies like the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) have advocated for data domestication, emphasizing the importance of keeping data within the country’s borders. This push is contributing to a growing awareness among stakeholders regarding the benefits of leveraging local data centres for various…

Our AI-powered research and writing assistant is getting a big upgrade and expanding to over 200 countries and territories worldwide. Last summer, we introduced NotebookLM, an AI-powered research and writing assistant. Today, we’re excited to share that we’re bringing an upgraded version of NotebookLM — now using Gemini 1.5 Pro — to over 200 countries and territories worldwide. Our goal with NotebookLM has been to create a tool to help you understand and explore complex material, make new connections from information, and get to your first draft faster. You can upload sources — your research notes, interview transcripts, corporate documents — and…

TECNO is known for backing great things, and its partnership with Nigerian Idol has been nothing short of spectacular. As TECNO is set to propel another Nigerian Idol hopeful toward their dream stardom, they’re also making sure viewers are included in the excitement. TECNO is offering incredible opportunities for fans to win big in the new Nigerian Idol season. Here are five thrilling ways you can score amazing prizes from TECNO during this season of Nigerian Idol: TECNO brings a unique challenge to the Nigerian Idol stage with the TECNO Jingle Contest. For a chance at the N500,000 cash prize,…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is set to join forces with the World Bank and World Trade Organization (WTO) to improve digital trade and cross-border data services in the country. Disclosing this in a statement, NITDA’s Director General, Mal. Kashifu Inuwa noted that the collaboration aims to leverage technology for economic growth and diversification, aligning with the government’s priorities. According to him, a key focus of the partnership is developing a robust regulatory framework. NITDA is streamlining existing regulations and establishing a National Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) to secure electronic signatures. Additionally, a comprehensive digital economy bill is…

Shareholders at the annual and extraordinary general meetings of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI), the parent company of Ecobank Group, have expressed enthusiasm with the Group’s strong performance in 2023, particularly exceeding the $2 billion net revenue mark for the first time in almost a decade. At the meeting held in Lomé, Togo, the Group reported a pre-tax profit of $581 million, an 8% increase from 2022. Adjusted for currency fluctuations, the profit increase was even more significant at 34%. Ecobank also achieved a record-low cost-to-income ratio of 54.9%. This achievement came despite economic challenges like inflation, high interest rates and…