Author: ITPulse

Did you know that a simple Instagram comment could become your ticket to extra income? Yes, you read that right. In the age of technology and social media, specifically on Instagram, certain comments have paved the way for users to secure instant cash, shifting the financial equilibrium in unimaginable ways as stated by Savvyincomegenerator. This breakthrough doesn’t demand selling a product, attracting thousands of followers, or even being an influencer. Instead, the monetary magic lies within the words you leave under an Instagram post. These comments, namely: “DM me how”, “Here’s the link to get started”, and “Link in bio…

I was in Ikotun market the weekend shopping for groceries with Madam. While it was coated in romantic garbs, i.e. ‘continuation of valentine’, the aim was surreptitiously to see where one’s money was entering in these times. A lady buying tomatoes just ahead of us, priced (haggled) up and down and finally exclaimed “We no kuku fit chop the money”.    This is precisely the stark reality in the face of soaring inflation rates, “we can’t eat currency.” Currency is meant to be spent even though the value has depreciated. The sad thing is that inflation isn’t just a number on…

A report by Kaspersky has revealed that Nigeria saw an overall decrease in all threats by 10% while banking malware attacks designed to collect online banking credentials and other sensitive information from infected machines increased by 8%. This is part of experts discussion on the evolution of the cyber threat landscape in Africa during the 9th annual Cyber Security Weekend– META 2024, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where the focal point of the discussions was the security of emerging technology trends such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), that are influencing the scale of modern threats. According to the experts, the number of overall…

In recent times when design has taken center stage for digital products to succeed, there are certain visionary UI/UX designers who emerged into prominence and created user experiences that are fueling growth and attracting significant investments. Collectively, the products they have created are worth more than $500 million and are transforming industries while redefining how users engage with tech. Leading this group is the top-notch Senior UI/UX Designer, Elizabeth Chizara Ndefo, whose projects have turned tech platforms into multi-million-dollar ventures. Elizabeth Chizara Ndefo: Crafting User-Centric Solutions That Drive Impact Elizabeth Chizara Ndefo’s path to being a Product Designer is a…

It was an opportunity to see the evolution of technology among cars at the maiden edition of the Lagos Motor Show where a collection of vehicles from pre-independence to date were on display. Held at the popular Tafawa Balawa Square in Lagos, the show exhibited classic, vintage and electric cars including electric-powered motorbikes and vehicles, which most Nigerians of the current generation have not seen in their lifetime. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the 2-day event, the Chief Promoter of the Lagos Motor Show, Engr. Gbenga Adebayo said the inspiration behind the event is his passion for motoring right…

Interswitch has been announced as a partner of the Innovate AI Conference scheduled to take place on February 23rd and 24th, 2024, at the Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event, themed ‘Adapting AI for Nigeria: Crafting Intelligent Solutions for our Unique Landscape,’ aims to reshape the AI landscape in Nigeria while placing strong emphasis on creating awareness and educating participants about Artificial Intelligence (AI). The primary goal of the event is to promote innovation and collaboration across diverse sectors. As a key stakeholder in the financial technology industry, Interswitch will support discussions to provide valuable insights to deepen…

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), Google has simplified search advertising for businesses in Africa, as they can now create effective Google Search campaigns faster and easier using AI-powered suggestions and guidance. This follows its initial announcement in January that businesses across Africa can now use Google’s Gemini AI-powered chat-like tool for Search Ads. This intuitive tool is now fully operational and designed to help businesses in Africa and across the world boost their online visibility. In regions like Sub-Saharan Africa, where internet penetration is rapidly increasing, the ability to effectively reach customers through online advertising is becoming increasingly crucial for business…

The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa has advocated for the inclusion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Nigeria’s security architecture. The DG advocated for this when he hosted the Commandant of the National Institute for Security Studies (NISS), Alhaji A. S Adeleke, who was represented by his Deputy Commandant, D. E Egbeji. He argued that this can be done through collaboration between the security industry and the startup ecosystem and will ultimately, lead to increased efficiency and effectiveness in Nigeria’s security sector. During the visit, Inuwa highlighted the unique approaches of the security and…

One of Nigeria’s most profound gatherings for 2024, the 50 Most Valued Personalities (MVPs) in Digital Economy, will be hosted by Lagos, the country’s commercial capital of over 20 million people ranked recently ahead Dubai and other major cities as the 19th Best City to visit in the World by the renowned British Media and Hospitality Company, Time Out. The ‘50 MVPs in Nigeria’s Digital Economy’ underscore the challenges and progress in one of Africa’s most exciting transformative journeys into the New Economy, said the Chairman of the Nomination Team for 2024, Dr. Sola Afolabi who is also the Chairman…

As Unideals continues to grow and evolve, we are excited to share the latest developments and future plans with our community. This post provides a glimpse into what’s been happening and what’s on the horizon for Unideals. Unideals So Far: Team Expansion Since our inception, Unideals has made significant strides in alleviating the financial burdens faced by students. One of our major achievements this year has been the expansion of our team. We’ve brought on board talented individuals across various departments to enhance our capabilities and drive our mission forward. This growth allows us to better serve our users and…