WhatsApp Premium: 5 Exclusive Features for Paid Users
WhatsApp is reportedly developing a premium subscription plan with exclusive features like custom themes, more pinned chats, and special stickers. The optional plan won't affect free users.
Category : Technology
Google Opens Apps for 10th Africa Accelerator Cohort
Google has launched applications for the 10th cohort of its Google for Startups Accelerator Africa, targeting AI and machine learning startups across the continent. The equity-free program offers mentorship, cloud credits, and technical support.
Apple's 2026 Plans: iPhone 17e, iPad, MacBook Upgrades
Apple is preparing a major product launch for early 2026 featuring the iPhone 17e, updated iPads with A18 and M4 chips, refreshed MacBooks with M5 processors, and a more intelligent Siri assistant.
YouTube Music Puts Full Lyrics Behind Paywall
YouTube Music has begun restricting full song lyrics access to Premium subscribers, offering free users only partial previews. This strategic shift aims to boost paid subscriptions in the competitive streaming market.
Social Media Trial: Lawyers Claim Instagram, YouTube Addicted Teens
In a landmark Los Angeles trial, lawyers argue Instagram and YouTube were deliberately designed to be addictive, causing mental health harm to a young woman. The case could shape thousands of similar lawsuits.
PiggyVest Praised for Swift Mistaken Transfer Resolution
A Nigerian woman shares how PiggyVest quickly resolved a mistaken money transfer into her Flex account, highlighting the fintech's efficiency compared to traditional banks.
CBN Flags Foreign Capital Risk for OPay, Moniepoint
Central Bank of Nigeria warns fintech firms like OPay and Moniepoint about over-reliance on foreign capital, highlighting vulnerability to global market volatility despite sector growth.
PalmPay User Wins London Trip Through Daily Transactions
Elvis Ernest, a loyal PalmPay user since 2020, won a free trip to London by participating in the fintech app's Travel Carnival through consistent daily transactions.
Microsoft Xbox 2026 Plans: Games, Cloud, AI Features
Microsoft reveals Xbox 2026 roadmap with major game releases, cloud gaming enhancements, AI integration, and controller updates ahead of next-gen console launch.
FG Launches Happy Woman App for 25M Women
The Federal Government has launched the Happy Woman App, a digital platform designed to connect 25 million Nigerian women to financial services, skills development, and market opportunities.
Nigerian Man Hired by Tech Giant for UX/UI Design Role
A Nigerian professional's dedication and skills secured him a UX/UI designer position at a tech company, with the employer citing his background and personality as key factors.
AI Certification Courses for Professionals in 2026
Discover the most in-demand AI certification programmes in 2026 that Nigerian professionals can take to enhance their skills in machine learning, cloud computing, and generative AI without requiring formal degrees.
Kenyan Farmer Sells Internet from WiFi Helmet
A Kenyan farmer, Martin Namasaka, goes viral by wearing a WiFi router on his head to offer cheap internet services in crowded areas, earning daily income.
Kenyan Farmer Sells Internet via WiFi Router Helmet
A Kenyan farmer named Martin Namasaka has gone viral for wearing a WiFi router on his head to sell affordable internet access in crowded areas, earning daily income while helping those who cannot afford data plans.
Meta Tests Standalone Vibes App for AI Video Creation
Meta is testing a standalone Vibes app for AI-generated short videos, originally launched inside Meta AI. The app offers a dedicated space for creating, discovering, and sharing AI-powered clips.
Google Opens 10th Africa Startups Accelerator Applications
Google has opened applications for the 10th cohort of its Startups Accelerator Africa, focusing on AI and machine learning startups building impactful solutions across the continent. Applications close March 18, 2026.
TV Presenter Reports AI Deepfake of Epstein Image to Police
British TV personality Narinder Kaur has contacted authorities after trolls used AI to create a fake image linking her to Jeffrey Epstein, highlighting the dangers of digital manipulation and online harassment.
Incognito Mode Privacy Myths: What It Really Does
Many Nigerians believe Incognito Mode makes them invisible online, but this is a dangerous misconception. Learn what private browsing actually does, who can still see your activity, and how to truly protect your digital privacy in Nigeria.
Amazon AI to Speed Up Film and TV Production
Amazon is developing AI tools to accelerate movie and TV show production while maintaining human creativity. The initiative, led by Albert Cheng, involves a closed beta program and collaboration with industry professionals.
Flutterwave Trends Online with NYSE Photos, Nigerians Celebrate
Nigerian fintech Flutterwave trends on social media after photos linking it to NYSE surface, sparking discussions about its global expansion and impact as a homegrown tech success story.
Musk Sells xAI to SpaceX for $1.25 Trillion
Elon Musk consolidates his tech empire by selling xAI to SpaceX in a $1.25 trillion deal, boosting his net worth to $800 billion and creating a vertically integrated AI-space powerhouse.
YouTube Blocks Background Playback on Mobile Browsers
YouTube has restricted background playback on mobile browsers, making it a Premium-only feature. This change impacts users who listen to content with screens off.
NASA Artemis II: First Human Moon Flight in 50 Years
NASA prepares to launch Artemis II, sending astronauts around the Moon for the first time since Apollo. The mission faces safety concerns and competition from China's lunar ambitions.
AI Social Platform Hosts 'Human Extinction' Posts
Moltbook, a social media network exclusively for AI agents, features posts advocating human extinction. Experts clarify these reflect human input, not genuine machine consciousness.
Google's WAXAL Gives 100M Africans Voice in AI
Google partners with African institutions to launch WAXAL, a massive speech dataset covering 21 languages. This breakthrough aims to transform AI research, education, and technology access across Africa.
Doomsday Clock at 85 Seconds: Scientists Warn of Nuclear, Climate Risks
Global scientists set the Doomsday Clock at 85 seconds to midnight, the closest ever, citing escalating nuclear tensions, climate crisis, and unregulated AI as existential threats requiring urgent action.
Google Photos AI Converts Photos to Videos
Google Photos is testing a new AI feature that allows users to create short videos from their photos using text prompts, potentially revolutionizing how people use their photo libraries.
Samsung TriFold Phone $2,899, US Release January 30
Samsung confirms Galaxy Z TriFold smartphone pricing at $2,899 with US availability starting January 30. The innovative device folds twice into tablet-sized display.
Google Search Adds AI Follow-Up Questions for Better Results
Google Search now allows users to ask follow-up questions directly from AI Overviews using the Gemini 3 model, enhancing conversational search and providing contextual answers on mobile devices.
Google Search Adds AI Follow-Up Questions Feature
Google Search now enables users to ask follow-up questions directly from AI Overviews using Gemini 3 model, transforming search into conversational experience.
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