Category : Artificial Intelligence


Samsung Bixby AI Upgrade in One UI 8.5 Beta

Samsung is significantly upgrading Bixby with AI-powered natural language processing and real-time web search capabilities in the One UI 8.5 Beta, marking a strategic shift in its voice assistant development.

UNN Student Invents AI Device to Predict Road Accidents

A 20-year-old University of Nigeria, Nsukka student, Chidiebere Oguejiofor, has developed an AI-powered pre-accident detection system to monitor driver behavior and environmental hazards, aiming to reduce road fatalities in Nigeria.

ARCON Vetting Rules Squeeze Nigerian Businesses and Influencers

Nine months after ARCON tightened advertising vetting rules, businesses and influencers face delays, costs, and uncertainty. While aimed at curbing scams, the policy raises questions about enforcement effectiveness and stifles digital market agility.

EU Grants €22M for Nigeria's 90,000km Fibre Project

The European Union has approved a €22 million grant to support Nigeria's Project BRIDGE, a nationwide fibre-optic expansion initiative. The funding will complement an €86 million EBRD loan and expected support from World Bank and AfDB.

FG Launches 2026 National Girls in ICT Competition

The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy has opened applications for the 2026 National Girls in ICT Competition, targeting girls aged 10-16 nationwide to develop tech solutions and win prizes.

EU Investigates X Over Grok AI's Explicit Content

The European Union's privacy authority has initiated a formal investigation into Elon Musk's X platform concerning its Grok AI system generating sexualized content. The probe examines AI safety, user privacy violations, and compliance with EU digital regu

Nigerian Defence Startup Terra Industries Raises $34M

Nigerian defence technology startup Terra Industries has raised an additional $22 million, bringing its total funding to $34 million. Founded by young entrepreneurs, the company develops autonomous defence systems tailored for Africa's security needs.

Man Angry as Neighbour Asks for Starlink Password

A Nigerian Starlink user expressed outrage after a neighbour knocked on his door to request his internet password, highlighting unauthorized access and his monthly subscription fee of over N92,000.

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