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A new study by Juniper Research has found that smart hospitals will deploy 7.4 million connected Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) devices globally by 2026, with over 3,850 devices per smart hospital. This global figure, according to Juniper Research represents total growth of 231% over 2021, when 3.2 million devices were deployed. The concept of the IoMT involves healthcare providers leveraging connected devices such as remote monitoring sensors and surgical robotics to improve patient care, staff productivity, and operational efficiency. The research identified smart hospitals in the US and China as leading the global adoption of IoMT devices; accounting for…

By Ugwu Somto  Somto Ugwu is a blockchain engineer and educator dedicated to leveraging technology for growth and innovation. He develops blockchain solutions tailored to practical needs, emphasizing innovation and efficiency in the technology space.  Making the leap from web development to blockchain engineering is an exciting, yet challenging, transition. If you’ve been working as a web developer for some time, you already have a solid foundation in programming and software development. Blockchain technology, however, introduces a whole new set of concepts and challenges that you’ll need to master. But don’t worry, this guide will walk you through the steps…

By Oladimeji Olutimehin I have been following the Tony Elumelu Foundation right from its inception and have been excited about the impact its grants is doing in Africa. For those who may not know, The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) runs one of the most prestigious entrepreneurship grant program in Africa. Every year, the foundation gives grants of between $5000 to $10,000 to young entrepreneurs across the continent. It was launched in 2015 and so far has funded over 9,000 Africa entrepreneurs across 54 countries. This is amazing and mind blowing. I started searching to know the state of those entrepreneurs…

Each year is peculiar. The start, the end and everything in between are unique for each year. So, we can almost confidently say, 2022 will be a different year. But as humans, we naturally like to have a sense of what the year will look like. It is supposed to help planning, enable anticipation and strengthen hope. Here are my thoughts on the five big things that will impact the Nigerian economy in 2022. Do feel free to debate the points and if possible do add yours. COVID-19 Pandemic The coronavirus will remain a menace. The world cannot wish the…

The Accra Institute of Technology (AIT), a leading technology-focused private university at its 17th Graduation Ceremony, which was held two weeks ago  graduated 5 PhDs, 17 PhD Candidates, 13 Masters, and 116 Bachelor’s. The graduation ceremony, which took place at the Knowledge City Campus (KCC), Kokomlemle, Accra, witnessed the deployment of current technology in facilitating a blended graduation experience wherein a majority of the undergraduate students joined in virtually via the Google Meet platform. The total number of PhDs graduated at AIT continues to grow exponentially. To date, AIT has graduated nine batches of PhDs since 2016 bringing the total…

On December 21 2021, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) released a statement that the Kano Command of the Commission arrested a suspect at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport with 576 ATM cards. This happened barely two hours after the EFCC secured the conviction of three smugglers – arrested with 1,144 ATM Cards at the same airport.  It is becoming clear that cybercrime is no longer the exclusive preserve of the southern part of Nigeria; with Lagos notoriously known as the “cybercrime capital of West Africa”, the crime is fast spreading like wild fire to other parts of…

Africa most celebrated Information and Communications Technology journalist and President of the Center for Cyber Awareness and Development (CECAD), Dr Bayero Agabi has hailed 2021 as the year the ICT industry witnessed many first for individuals and corporate organisations. Speaking for himself, he said he personally experienced another first in 2021 with the successful induction into the fellowship cadre of the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) last month at this year’s National Information Technology Merit Awards (NITMA), becoming the first journalist to be inducted into the fellowship of NCS. Nigeria Computer Society had bestowed on Dr, Bayero a Honourary Fellowship, which…

My team and I have been building Bridge Network for almost a year now. And there have been many indications that Bridge is a flourishing company. True, but then we have to fight against numerous odds to keep it that way. I imagine any company will have these kinds of stories, more so, companies building in the crypto, blockchain, and cross-chain space. The odds are stacked! My combined experience in blockchain and crypto spans over 4 years. The most part of the last year has been me in the driver’s seat of a cross-chain company, building and growing it despite…

Our pen would simply have to continue to dry up by the day because daily happenings appear enough to suggest how much work there is to be done to ensure a sane society full with love, consideration and sense of brotherhood. Just yesterday, there was a fight between artistes Portable Omolabi and Poco Lee after the former accused the latter of siphoning $2200 dollars of the $3000 dollars that wizkid spread him on the stage while performing. The accusation by Portable led his manager by name Kogbagidi to send him packing from the apartment and company. However, Olamide intervened by…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Christian community under the aegis of the NCC Christian Fellowship (NCCCF) has adduced reasons why it decided to organize the 2021 End of Year Thanksgiving and Christmas Carol. The President of the Fellowship, Mr. Yakubu Gontor, who spoke on the sideline of the thanksgiving service held at the NCC’s Annex Office, Mbora District, Abuja said that the main purpose of the 2021 Carol Service at the Chapel, as it is the tradition, was to give thanks to God for His faithfulness and protection throughout the year 2021. “The end of the year is usually marked…