Author: ITPulse

In a bid to deepen knowledge of cybersecurity and Blockchain technology across Nigeria,  Cyberchain, a decentralised, brand-neutral and people-focused company is set to host a conference at Abuja on the 22nd of October at NAF Conference Centre. This follows a string of conferences it has held in recent times when it embarked on a national tour this year with the theme “Embracing  the Metaverse Economy.” It started the conferences at the city of Akure in Ondo State in March; then Uyo in Akwa Ibom State in May and Benin City in Edo State in July. The grand finale of the…

By Lee Wearne Enterprises must prioritise security, governance and user adoption for successful implementation The urgency of implementing enterprise data management strategies comes from an acute awareness that businesses need to put their data to work effectively to influence business decisions and efficiency, and ultimately help steer the direction of the business. C-suites understand that this urgency is not a fad, and that an effective enterprise data strategy is a fundamental component of their digital transformation journeys. However, unless the data strategy is driven from the top of the organisation, there will – at some point – become a discrepancy…

To provide free online training for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced the 2022 Hustle Academy Bootcamp in collaboration with Google Nigeria. The Bootcamp, according to NITDA will promote career skills and improve business operations, thereby helping small businesses to be repositioned and increase their revenue generation. “In line with our initiative of building the capacity of one million software developers by the end of 2023, we are excited to announce the 2022 Hustle Academy Bootcamp in partnership with Google Nigeria,” said Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, Director General/CEO of NITDA. Mal. Inuwa…

The swift evolution of telemedicine has transformed the healthcare sector, providing accessible medical services that are efficient. As the world takes a dynamic form and accommodates digital health solutions, the incorporation of data analytics and AI has risen as an important factor in streamlining patient care. Samuel Aramide, a Senior Software Engineer, takes charge of this revolution, leading the effort to implement innovative technologies in the telemedicine industry. This article delves into the future of telemedicine, exploring the leadership methodologies  Samuel utilised to efficiently integrate AI and data analytics into patient care systems. Data analytics and AI are restructuring approaches…

The hospitality industry is rapidly evolving, with technology playing a critical role in transforming how services are delivered. Azaria Hotel & Apartments, under the leadership of Ayodeji and Adedolapo Fashanu, is at the forefront of this transformation. By integrating cutting-edge technology with luxury service, Azaria is setting new standards in hotel management, positioning itself as a leader in Nigeria’s hospitality sector. Azaria has embraced technological innovation to stay ahead of the curve. This integration allows for improved guest experiences, streamlined operations, and enhanced overall service delivery. One of the key technological advancements implemented at Azaria is the Smart Property Management…

A report from Ericsson ConsumerLab’s 5G: The Next Wave has identified six key trends, which shows that half of 5G consumers who already use extended-reality (XR) related services believe AR apps will move from smartphones to XR headsets within two years. The report noted that compared to 4G users – 5G users spend an average of one hour per week more on metaverse-related services, such as gaming in virtual worlds, and augmented reality (AR). Commenting, Jasmeet Singh Sethi, Head of Ericsson ConsumerLab, said: ”The scale of the research gives us an authentic insight into consumers’ views and attitudes to 5G.…

Expectations are high as the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) and the Nigerian Network Operators Group (NgNOG) are billed to host the 2022 Nigeria Peering and Interconnection Forum (NgPIF). Announcing the forum in a statement, Mr. Muhammed Rudman, Chief Executive Officer of IXPN explained that the NgPIF 2022 will bring together Telecom Operators, Internet Service Providers, Content Providers, Data Center Operators, Educational Institutions, Policy-Makers, Investors and all other Internet-related organizations to network, collaborate and share experiences in an effort to enhance Nigeria’s internet ecosystem. These interactions, according to the organisers will facilitate the exchange of information and insights regarding…

Out of the nine tech innovators and startups from Nigeria that qualified for the semi-final of the Supernova Challenge Pitch Competition at the ongoing GITEX 2022, the duo of FLOEWS and ShapShap have made it to the final and will likely cart home the prize of $200,000 in cash. “I am confident that the four Nigerian start-ups and innovators will surely give their foreign counterparts a run for their money. And will cart away the prizes at stake, during the grand finale of the exhibition,” an excited Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Pantami said while announcing the…

Mediacraft Associates Limited has announced the appointment of Ms. Laura Oloyede as its General Manager/Chief Operating Officer effective September 19, 2022. The full-service public relations and integrated brand communications consultancy firm said Oloyede’s appointment follows an extensive selection process that considered both internal and external candidates. Oloyede has a broad and extensive integrated marketing communications experience, spanning over two decades in the industry and has held various job roles on both client and agency sides. Her strengths include corporate communications, brand positioning, reputation management, stakeholder management, brand and marketing PR, and crisis communications management. She holds a first degree In…

MTN Nigeria has sealed a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) partnership deal with INTELLIGRA that will grow smartphone ownership in Nigeria to 60 percent by 2025. The Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) initiative, according to the telecom company will fill the gap, where Nigeria has the highest number of internet users in Africa, while data shows that the country still has one of the highest average costs of smartphones. “Nigerians spend over 30% of their monthly income to purchase one, and this endangers Nigeria’s 2025 broadband penetration target,” Adia Sowho, Chief Marketing Officer, MTN Nigeria said. He explained that with…