Author: ITPulse

Mr. Seun Dania, the Chief Executive Officer of Tradefada, Nigeria’s most actionable and easy-to-use digital currency trading platform, in this interview with ITPulse’s Martin Ekpeke, posited that 2024 presents a position outlook for digital currency adoption in Nigeria going by some steps being taken by the present government. Seun, who is also a founding member of Digital Currency Coalition, believes that the challenges of lack of awareness and fear of financial loss, which have remained roadblocks to widespread digital currency adoption in Nigeria will be demystified by public education initiatives that will ultimately, build trust and encourage participation from the…

By Martin Ekpeke In Nigeria and indeed all over the world, the telecommunications sector plays a key role in the economy and serves as a major enabler of other sectors of the economy. Thus, the government needs to diversify the economy from the hitherto reliance on crude oil and begin to see telecom as a diversification engine. For this reason, the Nigerian government in its wisdom through the then Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy launched the ‘National Policy for the Promotion of Indigenous Content in the Nigerian Telecommunications Sector’ two years ago. The policy was launched as a commitment…

Lucky winners have begun to emerge in the ongoing PalmPay Purple Christmas campaign featuring Nigerian singer-songwriter and pop star Teni. Mary Gbemisola, one of the lucky winners of a hamper and other Christmas gifts delivered to her house by Teni, said she was “happy receiving a Christmas gift from Teni,” adding, “Now my Christmas is made and I have my rice and other gifts that Teni gave me.” Continuing, Ms Gbemisola said, “I have been using PalmPay for close to two years now and it has been a wonderful experience. I love PalmPay because the company is always in the…

A cybersecurity expert, Remi Afon has predicted that having witnessed a notable surge in the utilisation of AI, notably marked by the increased adoption of Generative AI, including platforms like ChatGPT in 2023, the global cybersecurity landscape will notice a significant transformation, with the proliferation of AI-driven threats taking centre stage in 2024. In a article he titled 2024 cyberthreats landscape, the Founder, Lynsec Cyber Security &  GoLeget Africa, also noted that adversarial machine learning, where attackers manipulate AI algorithms, is anticipated to become more prevalent, challenging traditional defence mechanisms. Other attacks he mentioned include Context-aware attacks, which he noted…

The 6th .NG Awards unfolded as a grand celebration, placing a spotlight on innovation within the Nigerian internet space. Notable organizations, which include Sterling Bank, Jumia Nigeria, Sycamore, Nigeria Communications Commission, Web4Africa, The Guardian and Wazobia MAX, emerged as winners in the general award category, standing out for their significant contributions towards the utilization and advancement of the .ng domain. The .NG Awards, an initiative by NiRA, stands as a beacon for acknowledging outstanding innovations on the .ng domain. This platform not only recognizes excellence but also actively promotes the .ng brand, contributing significantly to the growth in Nigeria’s internet…

Cool air for a cool space with LG Inverter Winner Air Conditioner Electronic gadgets have successfully made human life comfortable in numerous ways. We use a variety of gadgets to improve the quality of life in one or more senses. As the average global temperature of the Earth is increasing, the summers in the tropics are getting hotter. In such a scenario, demand for quality air conditioners is on the rise. The LG Dual Inverter Air Conditioner, also known as Twin Rotary Compressor AC, is an advanced form of inverter air conditioning with two rotors and a compressor. It provides…

From OLED TVs to webOS Content, LG Wins the Most Awards in History to a Total of 33, Including Two Best of Innovation Awards LG Electronics has been named the 2023 Most Electronics Supporting Partner in Gaming in Nigeria by Gameitnaija. This award is given in recognition of LG’s outstanding contribution to esports in Nigeria. Receiving the award in Calabar, Cross River State, Marketing Manager of LG Electronics Nigeria, Mr. Paul Mba, said LG Electronics has been known for innovating the OLED TV technology, which has been proven to be the best TV for gaming, movies, sports, etc. .“With its…

Discover the LG Smart Cottage, a revolutionary sustainable living concept that wholeheartedly embraces and champions eco-friendly practices. This groundbreaking and innovative space serves as a testament to LG’s unwavering commitment to creating a greener and more sustainable future for all. The LG Smart Cottage is a haven of cutting-edge technology and energy-efficient solutions that seamlessly integrate into everyday life. It showcases an impressive array of smart technologies, including state-of-the-art solar panels that harness the power of the sun to provide clean and renewable energy. With these solar panels, you can significantly reduce your carbon footprint while enjoying the benefits of…

The duo of Solana and Avalanche have been seen to be the top-performing crypto with 620% and 290% YTD price growth in 2023, as data presented by AltIndex.com has shown.  This is despite challenging economic and regulatory conditions, where many investors claimed the crypto market was dead. Cryptocurrencies made a serious comeback this year, with the world’s largest and most expensive digital coins, Bitcoin and Ethereum, seeing their prices rise high above last year’s level, growing by 152% and 85%, respectively.   But why has Bitcoin and Ethereum surprised many investors, that is nothing compared to the price growth of…

By Chester Wisniewski The landscape of cyber threats has significantly expanded in terms of volume, complexity, and impact of attacks over the past few years. Consequently, regardless of their size, industry, or geographic location, the vast majority of companies prioritize protection against these threats and primarily strive to implement robust cyber defense measures to counteract them. However, given the difficulty of preventing and anticipating all current and future forms of threats, especially the methods attackers use to bypass defenses and introduce ransomware into a system, organizations worldwide also tend to adopt cyber insurance policies to safeguard their operations in the…