Author: ITPulse

…As Danbatta Set to Deliver the Keynote  The fourth edition of the Telecoms Sector Sustainability Forum (TSSF 4.0), organized by Business Remarks and themed “Mainstreaming Data Centres in the Nigerian Digital Economy,” is set to take place on Thursday, October 5th, 2023, at “The Colossus Hotel,” Opebi – Sheraton Link, Ikeja, Lagos State. This landmark event is poised to bring together Data Centre operators, regulators, industry players, stakeholders, and enthusiasts under one roof to delve into the pivotal role of data centres in the evolving landscape of the Nigerian digital economy. Distinguished speakers scheduled to address the forum include; Prof.…

The newly announced Advanced Automation by Acronis will help MSPs transition from simple break-fix services to cloud-centric, subscription-based services that require a new approach to billing and contract management. The new cloud-centric platform, purpose-built for small and midsize MSPs, improves customer billing, reduces complexity, and maximizes revenues.  “New use cases for native automation solutions continue to emerge in the IT industry and Acronis offers a product that allows MSPs around the world to automate their operations and make better, data-driven decisions. Whether emerging as a startup or evolving to maturity, Acronis Advanced Automation helps service providers control and grow their…

The duo of Infobip, a cloud communications platform and Spryker, a composable commerce platform have unveiled six trends for retailers to boost revenues using Composable Commerce, Conversational Experiences and Artificial Intelligence (AI). This is coming on the heels of a collaboration between the two companies that is aimed at helping businesses deliver more personalized shopping experiences, optimize customer engagement and drive revenue growth. The six trends are: The Conversational era has arrived: Everything is becoming conversational. Customers expect conversations with retailers across the entire journey on one device and channel. As a result, retailers need to offer large-scale escalation of two-way…

From January 1, 2024, the “02” prefix will be added to  Nigeria’s Fixed-Lines Numbering Format, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced. Announcing this in a statement, NCC said the alteration is in keeping with its responsibilities under the enabling law, the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA) 2003, to manage Nigeria’s numbering resources, has announced a new numbering format for fixed lines. “Nigeria’s Fixed-Lines Numbering Format has changed from eight digits to 10 digits by just adding “02” prefix before the existing fixed number,” it announced in the statement signed by Reuben Mouka, Director of Public Affairs at the Commission. The…

TechLife Media and Communications Limited has launched the Women Entrepreneurs and Executives Tech Foundation (WEET Foundation), which the company says will serve as a catalyst for the empowerment of women and young girls in Nigeria. The Coordinator of the Foundation, Ms. Ugochi Emmanuel, while speaking to Journalists recently said the essence of the foundation is to serve as a cornerstone for mentorship, skills development, and networking. “We are introducing the Women Entrepreneurs and Executives Tech Foundation (WEET Foundation) to serve as a catalyst for change and is dedicated to empowering and equipping women and girls with the skills, resources, and…

African ride-hailing operator, Bolt has partnered with Nest Innovation Park (‘the Nest’) to launch a €25,000 seed fund in an Innovative Accelerator program that empowers drivers in its platform on an entrepreneurial journey. Thus, the application is open for the Bolt Den from today September 19, 2023. The essence of the programme is to support business plans developed by Nigerian drivers that link to its Africa City Vision, based around sustainable transport. Also, the programme will be run in close partnership with The Nest, whose network of mentors will support eligible drivers in developing their business plans before a pitch…

The Internet eXchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) has sealed a partnership deal with Medallion Datacenters to host a 2-day peering workshop, which offers a unique and enriching experience, designed to delve into the fascinating world of peering and interconnectivity in Abuja on Wednesday 20th and Thursday 21st. Disclosing this in a statement, IXPN said the 2-day workshop is part of its effort to reinforce its commitment to the growth of the Internet ecosystem in Nigeria. According to the statement, the opening 1st Session of DAY 1 (20th Sept.) offers high-level discussions among Top Level Executives (ISP, Industry leaders, Regulators, and…

The Digital Currency Coalition (DCC), Africa’s premier consortium of crypto asset practitioners, blockchain innovators, and founders, commends the Nigerian government’s notable participation in the 18th G20 summit recently held in New Delhi, India.  “We appreciate the regulatory discussions led by President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, which aligns with DCC’s long-standing call for a structured digital currency ecosystem. These discussions were further informed by a key document from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Financial Stability Board (FSB) titled ‘IMF-FSB Synthesis Paper: Policies for Crypto-Assets,” it said in a statement. DCC…

By Cyril Ilayah Stakeholders who attended this year’s Women Entrepreneurs & Executives in Tech Summit (WEETS) last week Thursday in Lagos have charged women and young girls to be proficient and compete favorably in every area of the economy where they found themselves. They believe that the excuse of having barriers against women is no longer tenable as technology has permanently closed the gender gap that hitherto existed in Nigeria’s Information and Communications Technology sector. Delivery a keynote message titled ‘Breaking the Glass Ceiling for Women and Girls to Thrive in the Digital Economy’, the Chief Broadband Officer at MTN,…

The Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) and Educatial, an esteemed Software-as-a-Service platform, have officially joined hands to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of public service operations. This momentous collaboration was marked by a significant signing ceremony at the BPSR corporate headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday. During the event, Mr. Dasuki Ibrahim Arabi, the Director General of BPSR, articulated the longstanding mission of BPSR, which centers on augmenting Nigeria’s public service efficiency through skill development. He emphasized, “We recognize that a proficient and highly skilled workforce forms the foundation of a prosperous nation. Equipping our public servants with specialized knowledge…