Author: ITPulse

…. The data centre giant growing a digital ecosystem on the Lagos Mainland   In Africa’s ever-evolving digital ecosystem, Rack Centre holds a pride of place as the only carrier and cloud-neutral Tier III Constructed Facility Certified data centre in West Africa. The company, operating in Nigeria, focuses on providing best-in-class data centre colocation services and unlimited internet exchange interconnection and peering between carriers and customers. Nigeria is one of Africa’s key entry points for global telecommunications, content and cloud players, with about 85 million Internet subscribers, more than any country in the region or Europe. The interconnection metrics in the…

As the use of operational technology (OT) and the Internet of Things (IoT) grows, so too does the threat landscape. Without releasing it, many businesses may have thousands of unknown access points ready to be exploited by cybercriminals. Jayson Pieterse, Sales Manager at TXOne, explores the different risks organisations face. With the growth in digital transformation of businesses, there has been an increase in tools and tech solutions that allow for greater connectivity. From cloud and artificial intelligence to operational technology (OT) and the Internet of Things (IoT), businesses are more connected than ever before. And while these tech advancements…

As part of efforts geared toward expanding its corporate mobility and employee transportation services across the African continent, Treepz, Africa’s leading corporate mobility startup has decided to unveil a fresh new look website.  The new website boasts of a sleek, user-friendly interface with added features to better showcase its range of services for companies looking to efficiently and sustainably move employees and clients in major African cities. From on-demand employee shuttles, and school bus solutions to intra-city group trips for events and conferences, Treepz is positioning itself as an all-in-one corporate transportation provider. Commenting on the new development, Onyeka Akumah,…

…. Tasks Payments System Operators on the Need for Consumer Education The Chairman of the Committee of Chief Information Security Officers of Nigerian Financial Institutions (CCISONFI), Mr. Festus Amede, has identified Data Minimization Principles, User Consent and Control, as well as Compliance with Privacy Regulations as important elements in protecting privacy in payments. Amede who was represented by an executive member of CCISONFI, Mr. Olusola Odediran (also, the Chief Information Security Officer) Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), spoke during his keynote presentation at the maiden edition of Payments Forum Nigeria (PAFON 1.0) held at Oriental Hotel, Lagos on Thursday. His…

Several business entities, especially from the financial sector joined Google West Africa at a roundtable to discuss the shift towards privacy-first marketing as third-party cookies are phased out. Those identified at the roundtable include FairMoney, Konga, Mondelez, Stanbic IBTC, and Zenith Bank. These business entities recognize the fact that building consumer trust is essential in a world that increasingly values privacy, especially in this new era, where adapting marketing strategies to be more privacy-focused is not just a necessity but a strategic move toward building sustainable customer relations. Speaking at the roundtable, Felicia Otolorin, Senior Industry Lead, West Africa, Google…

Cyberchain is thrilled to announce its inaugural Web3 Spelling Bee Competition. This exciting event, designed to engage students and foster Web3 literacy, will take place on Thursday, March 28th, 2024, at 10:00 am WAT at Freedom Park in Onikan, Lagos, Nigeria. Endorsed by the Nigerian Spelling Bee, the Cyberchain Web3 Spelling Bee Competition is a unique opportunity for students ages 9 to 12, to showcase their spelling skills and gain valuable knowledge about the emerging world of Web3. Participants will compete by spelling words related to blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, digital security and other Web3 concepts. “We are passionate about empowering…

By Martin Ekpeke While the digital economy being vigorously pursued by the federal government is seen as the way to go to engender growth of the Nigerian economy, an expert who knows the workings of the digital economy has also identified three key challenges that will likely slow down the push. This expert is Engr: Ikechukwu Nnamani, the Chief Executive Officer of Digital Realty (Formerly Medallion Data Centres Limited). In his presentation on the ‘Myths and Realities of Nigerian Digital Economy’ at the ‘50 Most Valuable Personalities in Nigeria’s Digital Economy Conference & Award in Lagos last week, Engr. Nnamani…

Dr. Krishnan Ranganath, the Regional Executive – West Africa at Africa Data Centres, has been honoured as one of the 50 Most Valuable Personalities (MVP) in the pursuit of Nigeria’s Digital Economy in Lagos, South-West Nigeria. At the gathering, which hosted personalities from both government and the private sector, Knowhow Media, the organizer of the event noted that the digital economy in Nigeria has experienced a remarkable evolution, driven by the vision, innovation and dedication of pioneering individuals. One of those pioneering individuals is Dr. Krishnan Ranganath, who the organizer argued brought his over three decades of expertise in global…

The Lagos State government has upgraded the Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA) card (known as LAG ID) into a smart card. This is made possible through a partnership with Verve and Sterling Bank, enabling residents to use their cards for identification and payments. Disclosing this in Lagos, Vincent Ogbunude, Managing Director at Verve International, said, “At Verve, we are dedicated to working with the Lagos Government and empowering Lagos residents through strategic partnerships that redefine their digital payment experience. He said by leveraging partnerships, Verve is providing residents with cutting-edge payment solutions that enhance convenience, security, and accessibility and…

The Executive Vice Chairman of the  Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida has adduced reasons why the West Africa region must protect its connectivity infrastructure to ensure uninterruptible connections in the future. While speaking at the 21st West Africa Telecommunications Regulatory Assembly (WATRA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) which was held in Freetown, Sierra Leone last week, the telecom regulator noted that the recent undersea cable cuts that challenged connectivities in many countries in the West Africa region will not happen if the infrastructures are protected.  “We must have a coordinated and multilateral approach by the region to protect shared…