Author: ITPulse

The latest telecommunications statistical indicators released by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) yesterday have shown a drop in broadband penetration and teledencity but a steady rise in active voice and internet subscriptions. The indicators contained in a statement signed by Reuben Mouka, Director of Public Affairs at the telecom regulatory body show that Broadband penetration witnessed a drop from 45.47% to 40.85%, while the nation’s teledensity dropped from 115.63% to 102.30% in September 2023. Also, the nation’s teledensity dropped from 115.63% to 102.30% in September, while the active voice subscription statistics witnessed a marginal growth from 220,361,186 to 221,769,883 in…

As we step into 2024, countless individuals worldwide have set new resolutions for the year. Yet, a startling statistic reveals that by February, about 80% of these resolutions fall by the wayside. Among the myriad reasons, one often overlooked yet crucial factor is hydration. Adequate hydration is not just about quenching thirst; it’s a cornerstone of health. Studies show that staying well-hydrated aids in weight loss by enhancing satiety, boosts metabolism, and helps in reducing water retention. More than just aiding in weight management, proper hydration is essential for maintaining energy levels, improving physical performance, and sharpening cognitive functions. Take…

By Kehinde Ogundare   There is absolutely no doubt that collaboration is crucial to business success in today’s world. That applies to work done within organisations. However, effective collaboration between different organisations can be incredibly beneficial, too. Some of the biggest brands in the world have seen significant marketing and revenue boosts through innovative collaborations with other brands.   One thing that’s common across successful collaborations is a detailed, watertight contract. Such contracts not only ensure both parties understand and stick to their particular roles but also play an important role from a legal and regulatory compliance perspective. Thanks to…

With half of the planet voting in major elections, geopolitical tensions reaching breaking point, and the Olympics taking place in Paris, the potential cyber threats in 2024 are enormous. And these threats can harm your business – via your most important but perhaps most vulnerable resource; your employees. There are countless examples of AI-enhanced misinformation campaigns, fake news, phishing emails, and more, infiltrating businesses via personal emails, social accounts, or devices. Inspired by IBM’s cybersecurity predictions for 2024 report, we look at the various ways cyber threats can infiltrate your business and cause huge financial loss so that you can…

Data presented by Altlndex has shown that generative Artificial Intelligence is expected to hit a massive milestone and become a $100 billion industry by 2026. This is like a 360” turnaround from a decade ago perception when it was hard to imagine companies and consumers worldwide using generative artificial intelligence daily to automate tasks, write documents, do market research or even basic coding. Today, the rise of large language models and generative AI has only started, even as the release of OpenAI’s ChatGPT marked a turning point for the global AI industry. The chatbot, which became the fastest-growing app in…

The Lagos Motor Show (LMS), in conjunction with Classic Cars Collector of Nigeria,  ‘Work and Play’, a leading Motor Sport and recreation company, will be exhibiting cars and a display of motorsports such as Vintage, Classic, Exotic Cars and Motor Sports at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Onikan Lagos from February 15-17, 2024. The Lagos Motor Show is a total exhibition of all kinds of cars.  Part of the goals of the Lagos Motor Show is to provide sponsors, individuals and corporate bodies with a simple but effective means through which to display their products and services to the public. This…

Generative AI voice cloning tools only need a minute of voice data–which is often scraped from social media–to create a result that is almost indistinguishable from the original. Apart from going into a branch, calling a bank feels more human for digital-shy consumers. For many, it is the first port of call for making account changes or moving large sums of money. But how safe is voice banking really, and what are the chances of someone using generative AI to fake a consumer’s voice and steal their available funds? As incidents of banking fraud grow exponentially and become increasingly sophisticated,…

….says facility will promot innovation, digital access Foremost information communication technology company,21st Century Technologies is keying into United States of America’s vision to propel digital transformation and foster digital ecosystem in Nigeria. The vision got a boost recently,seeing the US unveiled a tech and creative space ‘ America Corner’ in 21st Century’s corporate headquarters in Lekki, Lagos. By this stride, 21st Century becomes one of the 245 centers where the US has established American Corners since 2000. The center was commissioned by US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken who was joined by CEO of 21st Century Technologies, Wale Ajisebutu. Blinken…

The effort to achieve 70 percent digital literacy by 2027 is gaining more momentum as the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has keyed into the DigitalForAllChallenge 2.0, an initiative by Tech4Dev and unraveled plans by the Agency to use the vehicle to create ‘Tech Clubs’ across the country. Delivering a Keynote Address at the Launch of the skilling competition initiative, the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, explained that DigitalForAll Initiative is a visionary programme poised to shape the future of our nation and we also intend to use our Digital Nigeria platform for the final competition of the…

By Eugenia Marina As the world marks the sixth International Day of Education on January 24, 2024, with the theme “Learning for lasting peace,” our search for transformative education tools acquires great significance. In light of the urgent global problems such as violent conflicts, discrimination, racism, xenophobia and hate speech, education is a lighthouse for hope that will bring about change. As we look into the world of biometrics, especially facial recognition technology, we start seeing not only the ways it can influence access and security, but also find out how it has contributed to securing one’s peace through knowledge…