Author: ITPulse

The nine finalists competing for their share of N12.5 million worth of scholarships in the 5th edition of the InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition have been announced by the organizer, Interswitch. The final is slated to be held on Sunday, January 21, 2024. The nine finalists emerged from a pool of 81 outstanding students from various secondary schools across Nigeria who have competed head-to-head to showcase their speed, perseverance, accuracy, knowledge and problem-solving skills in STEM subjects. The nine finalists include Best Isijola, from Oritamefa Baptist Model School, Oyo State; Ayobami Ibigbami, from St. Gregory’s College, Ikoyi, Lagos State; Emmanuel Omoegbelaghan…

As digital transformation continues to build momentum, fintech institutions have stolen a majority of the spotlight. They are fundamentally reshaping financial services through unparalleled improvements in efficiency, security, and accessibility. As consumers continually demand more improved services, fintech companies regularly develop consumer-focused solutions. However, fintech activity shifted from consumer to business, with business-to-business SaaS startups attracting 58% of fintech funding in 2023. B2B fintech forms a strong, robust ecosystem addressing the relatively complex requirements of businesses and financial institutions. Through digital automation and digital channels, B2B fintech plays a critical role in shaping the future of financial services. The rapid…

As products get more complex, it’s harder to keep them scalable, easy to maintain, and able to adapt to changing business needs. Modular architecture is a good method to structure systems, so parts can change on their own without wrecking the whole product. Product managers should know what to build and how design choices affect how well the product scales, its speed, and long-term innovation. Modular architecture involves breaking up systems into separate parts. This could be separating the catalog, payment, and order management in e-commerce or isolating authentication, analytics, and messaging in SaaS products. Each part works with clear…

Companies are at an increased risk of becoming targets of cyber incidents due to the use of shadow IT by their employees amid the growing trend towards a distributed workforce, a recent study has found. According to global research by Kaspersky, 78% of companies surveyed in the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa (META) region suffered cyber incidents in the last two years, and 10% of these were caused by the use of shadow IT. A recent Kaspersky study¹ showed that, in the last two years, 11% of companies worldwide have suffered cyber incidents due to the use of shadow IT…

Huawei Technologies, a worldwide frontrunner in technology solutions, is delighted to announce the appointment of CDN as the distributor for its groundbreaking IDEA Hub in the African market. The collaboration between Huawei and CDN marks a noteworthy achievement, underscoring the shared commitment of both organizations to providing advanced technology solutions to businesses, educational institutions, and organizations throughout Africa. Huawei’s IDEA Hub is acclaimed for its innovative approach to collaboration and interactive communication. It seamlessly integrates video conferencing, interactive whiteboarding, and wireless projection into a unified platform, redefining the way modern workspaces, classrooms, and meeting rooms function. Mr. Chris Lu, CEO…

Kaspersky experts have collected five simple tips on how to manage and embrace users’ relations with passwords. The idea behind this is when it is not yet possible to dramatically change a lifestyle, it can be better to focus on something simple and realistic like picking up a useful habit such as keeping passwords safe. This small positive change will ensure the New Year will not bring reasons for sadness like losing money, or personal data. Eliminate combinations like “1234” and “admin” in the password Such passwords are convenient and simple for users, but unfortunately, for attackers as well. Passwords…

Data from Stocklytics has revealed that crypto wallets saw 100.9 million downloads in 2023, or 26% less than the year before. This is even as the data shows that 2023 was a fantastic year for cryptocurrencies, with all the largest cryptos seeing double and triple-digit growth, the global interest in apps allowing cryptocurrency storage dropped. Also, according to Statista and App Magic data, the number of newly installed crypto wallets, including Coinbase, Blockchain.com, Metamask, Trust, and Binance, among others, has been in a downturn spiral for the past two years, ever since the crypto market peaked in 2021. That year…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has posited that the unbundling Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computer Science programme into four distinct specialisations will equip Nigerian graduates with in-demand skills. The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) announced unbundling the Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computer Science programme into four distinct specialisations: Artificial Intelligence, Network & Cloud Computing, Software & Web Development, and Cybersecurity & Data Protection. Thus, NITDA sees the move as a significant step in promoting the growth of the Information Technology sector and enhancing the capabilities of the nation’s workforce. “We see this visionary move as…

By Onyinyechi Obi Startups in this Tech World have a big task which is standing out in a crowded space and making the most of every penny. The problem is that they have limited resources and can’t afford to make costly mistakes. This is where a data analyst comes in as a guiding light for tech startups, helping them to turn challenges into opportunities. Data analytics is a vital tool, providing a clear advantage for companies aiming to thrive in the tech world. The Importance of Data Analytics: A Key to Success In this generation where millions of data are generated…

QNET’s insightful YouTube video showcasing the impact of its financial literacy programme, Fingreen, has been honoured with a prestigious gold award at the 2023 MarCom Awards. Titled “FinGreen: Seeding Financial Literacy for a Brighter Future,” the video shines a light on QNET’s FinGreen initiative, a peer-to-peer educational program designed to improve financial understanding in underprivileged communities. The video opens with a striking statistic: only one in three adults worldwide possess financial literacy. It then elaborates on how FinGreen contributes to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals by addressing inequality and promoting decent work and economic growth opportunities. Launched initially in…