Author: ITPulse

In a strong affirmation of its commitment to digital transformation, FirstBank has commissioned its seventh fully automated branch, the Digital Xperience Centre (DXC), at Area 10, Garki, Abuja. The new Centre is designed to deliver seamless, paperless, and customer-driven financial services, setting a benchmark for the future of banking in Nigeria. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, Group Chief Executive Officer Olusegun Alebiosu stated the initiative reflects the bank’s forward-looking strategy to provide convenient, secure, and innovative self-service options in line with global digital banking trends. “For us at FirstBank, the future is digital,” Alebiosu said. “What we are building is…

By Martin Ekpeke The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has successfully compelled telecom operators to commit over $1 billion in additional investments to enhance broadband coverage and capacity nationwide, according to the Commission’s Executive Vice Chairman, Dr. Aminu Maida. Dr. Maida made the announcement yesterday during a business roundtable in Abuja, which focused on improving investments in broadband connectivity and safeguarding critical national infrastructure, attributing the massive investment to strategic regulatory intervention that has significantly strengthened investor confidence in the sector. The key driver behind the operators’ commitment, Dr. Maida revealed, was the NCC’s decision earlier this year to approve cost-reflective…

Google today announced a major initiative to support higher education across Africa by offering its premium AI subscription, Google AI Pro for free to university students for 12 months. The offer is available to eligible students aged 18+  in Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Rwanda, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, providing them with access to Google’s most advanced AI tools to enhance their learning, research, and creative work. Through Google’s most capable model, Gemini 2.5 Pro, this initiative will equip the next generation of African leaders, innovators, and creators with fundamental AI literacy. By placing powerful generative AI tools directly in the hands…

Interswitch has officially launched the fifth edition of its flagship industry engagement series, TechConnect 5.0, with the Enugu leg of its nationwide tour. Held recently at the Best Western Hotel, the event convened financial leaders, policymakers, innovators, and business stakeholders to explore the evolving dynamics of Nigeria’s digital payments ecosystem and the opportunities that lie at the intersection of innovation, collaboration, and compliance. Anchored on the theme, “United Frontiers: Growth Powered by Innovation, Collaboration and Compliance,” the Enugu edition delivered high-impact sessions, hands-on product showcases, and thought-provoking discussions that offered participants actionable insights to scale their operations and strengthen the…

Futurex, a global leader in enterprise-grade data encryption solutions, has partnered with Spire Solutions, the Middle East and Africa’s (MEA) trusted cybersecurity, cloud, data, and AI solutions partner and a leading value-added distributor (VAD). This collaboration aims to accelerate enterprise access to advanced encryption, key management, and data protection solutions across the region. The partnership combines Futurex’s industry-leading technology with Spire Solutions’ extensive regional presence and technical expertise. This synergy will help enterprises meet the growing demand for compliance-driven, scalable, and future-ready cybersecurity solutions across banking, government, telecom, and large enterprises. This initiative comes as the Middle East cybersecurity market…

By Ememobong Udofot In today’s fast-paced digital world, it’s easy to mistake visibility for value. Algorithms reward attention, and the pressure to “go viral” can make communicators feel like their work only matters if it trends. But virality doesn’t equal significance and it certainly doesn’t equal success. True communication isn’t about chasing applause. It’s about building confidence, credibility, and clarity over time. The most powerful moves often happen quietly in the choices brands make to show up consistently and with integrity. What lasts is not hype, but trust. Too often, organizations treat communication as an afterthought, a department to fund…

Sophos, a global leader in innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, has announced the launch of Sophos Advisory Services, a new suite of security testing services designed to identify critical gaps in organizations’ security programs. These new offerings—External Penetration Testing, Internal Penetration Testing, Wireless Network Penetration Testing, and Web Application Security Assessment—help organizations fortify their defenses against cyberattacks and optimize their current security investments. Assessing a cybersecurity posture is critical for organizations of any size or maturity level to stay ahead of threat actors, demonstrate regulatory compliance, and build trust with customers, partners, and stakeholders. This need is highlighted by…

The Digital Nigeria International Conference & Exhibition is set to feature seven distinct tracks organized into three major streams this year, providing a comprehensive view of the nation’s digital future. Organized by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in partnership with Brevity Anderson, the 2025 conference will hold from Tuesday, November 11th, to Thursday, November 13th, 2025, at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja, with daily sessions beginning at 9:00 AM. The theme for the event is: “Innovation for a Sustainable Digital Future: Accelerating Growth, Inclusion and Global Competitiveness.” As Nigeria’s largest and most influential digital economy…

In an era where our lives are increasingly digital—from the phones in our pockets to the computers on our desks—our connection to the internet has never been stronger. Unfortunately, this growing connectivity brings a heightened risk of cyber threats, scams, and hackers preying on a single, careless mistake. To address this, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is using Cybersecurity Awareness Month to stress a fundamental truth: cyber safety starts with you. Every individual has the power to protect themselves and their wider community by adopting simple yet powerful cyber hygiene practices. NITDA urges all citizens to incorporate these…

The National Council for Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship (NCDIE) has welcomed four newly elected representatives from the startup community to serve on the Startup Consultative Forum (SCF). Their mandate is to champion the growth, sustainability, and competitiveness of Nigeria’s startup agenda. The elected members, who will represent the voices of innovators from across the country, are Iyinoluwa Aboyeji – South West, Charles Uchenna Emembolu – South East, Abba Ibrahim Gamawa – North East and Victoria Ojoagefu Manya – North Central Their inclusion in the Council ensures that grassroots innovators, digital entrepreneurs, and technology leaders play an active role in shaping…