Author: ITPulse

The 2023 Annual Convening On Impact Investing, being organized by Impact Investors Foundation (IIF) with the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and of the European Union (EU) is set to address the Sustainable Development Growth financing gaps in Nigeria estimated at $10 billion per year. The Chief Executive Officer of Impact Investors Foundation, Ms. Etemore Glover, who stated this in a statement, also disclosed that the summit is set to be held from the 31st of October to the 1st of November 2023 under the theme: Catalytic Capital for Inclusive Growth and Development. According to her, the…

Hyperspace Technologies Limited has secured a patent for Blockchain technology-driven Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Developed within the Hyperspace Technologies’ research and development (R&D) division, cipherKEY tap2sign™ MFA is a next-generation security system designed to leverage the decentralized nature of blockchain, the robustness of public/ private key cryptography, and the convenience of NFC (Near Field Communication) technology to provide an unprecedented level of security against identity theft, phishing, and social engineering attacks. Dr. Oluseyi Akindeinde has been credited as the inventor of this MFA and is poised to enhance a security system that requires more than one method of authentication from independent…

The Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer of Anambra State ICT Agency, Mr. Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata has identified the lack of digital infrastructure as the challenge hindering the adoption of technology in the South-East part of Nigeria. Thus, Agbata, who stated this when he appeared as a keynote speaker at last month’s conference of the International Igbo Professionals for Development, IIPD, urged governments of the five Southeastern states to invest in digital infrastructure to boost the chances of effective digital adoption and open up myriads of tech opportunities in the region. The conference with the theme ‘Aku Ruo Ulo, Ala Igbo…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) stands as a beacon of guidance in Nigeria’s digitalisation and entrepreneurship pursuit, the Director General of NITDA, Mal. Kashifu Inuwa has declared. “As Nigeria navigates digitalisation and entrepreneurial evolution, NITDA stands as a beacon of guidance and is committed to providing an enabling environment, a framework of support, and a platform for collaboration that empowers all stakeholders to be catalysts of change,” he said. Speaking at a one-day stakeholders’ workshop programme in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, which was organised by the Agency in collaboration with the state’s Ministry of Science and Technology, Mal.…

The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta has described the annual Nigerian Telecommunications Indigenous Content EXPO (NTICE) as a gathering of industry players that embodies the spirit of innovation, resilience, collaboration and progress. Prof. Danbatta, who stated this in his opening remark at this year’s edition recently in Lagos, also noted that NTICE presents a remarkable opportunity to celebrate and showcase Nigeria’s achievements in the world of telecommunications, and technology, as well as indigenous content creation and adoption. “As we delve into the heart of NTICE 2023 via the Expo, Pitch and Panel sessions,…

The popular Battle of the Brands, organized by Konga will start today Friday, September 1, 2023, with a line up of a star-studded collection of globally renowned brands offering shoppers and other bargain hunters a chance to enjoy the best deals and special offers from a variety of top brands across product categories. This year’s edition of the annual campaign features a strong cast of global brands representing diverse product categories including Home and kitchen, Computing, Mobile Phones, Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Electronics, Fashion, Beauty, Health and personal Care (BHPC), Wine & Spirits and much more. A lot is…

Respite beckons for telecoms consumers in West Africa over poor network issues as critical stakeholders in the industry converge in Lagos, Southwest Nigeria at the maiden edition of the West Africa Telecoms Infrastructure Summit and Exhibition (WATISE) designed to tackle the challenges of telecoms Infrastructure which is affecting the growth of the region’s digital economy. Expected at the event is the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, Executive Vice Chairman, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, the Director General of Nigerian Information and Technology Development Agency(NITDA), Mr kashifu Inuwa, the Chairman of the Association…

MainOne has displayed the strength to help grow the Internet ecosystem in Africa by hosting the 12th edition of the African Peering and Interconnection Forum (AfPIF) in Accra, Ghana last week. “In an era of rapid technological advancement, the Internet and content have emerged as two major pillars of modern society, transcending geographical boundaries and revolutionizing the way we do business, communicate, learn, and interact with the world around us,” stated Kwarteng. “We cannot overemphasize the critical role that peering plays in enhancing the reach, reliability, and efficiency of this new digital lifestyle. By collaborating with the Internet Society on…

The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) is excited to unveil its plans for the highly anticipated 2023 .NG Awards, marking the sixth edition of this esteemed event. Set to take place on Friday, November 17th, 2023, the ceremony will shine a spotlight on exceptional individuals and organizations that have significantly contributed to advancing the .ng brand, symbolizing Nigeria’s distinctive online presence. As the official Registry for the .ng domain name, NiRA operates as a stakeholder-driven entity, overseeing the comprehensive database of registrations within the .ng country code Top Level Domain (ccTLD) namespace. This pivotal role serves the interests of both…

Sophos has announced that it has uncovered how research contests run by cybercrime forums are helping to inspire new methods of attack and detection evasion.  The research noted that criminal Community-Sponsored Contests Mirror Cybercrime Trends, Such as Disabling AV/EDR, Cryptocurrency Fraud, and C2 Frameworks. The contests mirror legitimate security conference ‘Call For Papers’ and provide the winners considerable financial rewards and recognition from peers and also potential jobs. As outlined in Sophos X-Ops latest report, “For the Win? Offensive Research Contests on Criminal Forums,” these contests are designed to drive innovation, and when analyzed, the entries provide invaluable insight into…