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Google Chrome users should update their browser immediately over security vulnerability

Google Chrome is said to be under attack via a zero-day exploit. NITDA has alerted that the security vulnerability, tagged CVE-2024-7971 is being exploited by attackers, and urged Google Chrome users to immediately update to the latest version.

Ifeoma Joy Okorie

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1 day ago

Governance & Policy

CAC warns PoS operators of shutdowns as registration deadline passes

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has made it clear that PoS operators not yet registered could face possible shutdowns and other “severe” legal consequences as the 60-day deadline for registration closes.

Ifeoma Joy Okorie

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1 day ago

Ecosystem

AgDevCo lands $32 million to launch African agribusiness-focused AgDevCo Ventures

AgDevCo, a specialist investor in African agriculture, has closed $32 million in funding from the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) to launch a new investment initiative to back African early-stage agribusinesses.

Osamu Ekhator

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2 days ago

Brand Press

by Paybox360

Paybox360: Revolutionizing Business Processes for African SMBs with a Strong Leadership Team and Global Vision

Since its launch, Paybox360 has rapidly gained traction in the Nigerian market; helping numerous small and medium businesses, (SMBs) streamline their operations and achieve higher efficiency. With over 100 merchants’ onboarded in the first quarter of its fiscal year, ...

When will the Nigeria X Binance saga end?

Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our hosts, Oluwanifemi Kolawole and Chimgozirim discuss: Binance executive still held in Nigeria Zambia's ChitC...

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When will the Nigeria X Binance saga end?

Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our hosts, Oluwanifemi Kolawole and Chimgozirim discuss: Binance executive still held in Nigeria Zambia's ChitC...

Social Media

Telegram's new moderation policy could target illegal content in Nigerian private groups

Nigerian telegram groups with over 250,000 members share illegally gotten nude content to the highest bidder. However, a new Telegram moderation policy could crack down on such groups.

Osamu Ekhator

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2 days ago

Governance & Policy

Malawi partners Huawei to boost Internet access in rural and remote areas

Malawi has partnered with Huawei to launch a Smart Village Initiative to enhance Internet access in rural areas. As of early 2024, the country has 5.86 million Internet users, with a 27.7% penetration rate.

Abdullah Ajibade

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2 days ago

Brand Press

by TECNO

Double the Budget-Friendly Options with TECNO’s POP 9 and SPARK 30C

Do you know what’s better than being able to buy a smartphone without tearing your pocket? Your guess is as good as mine—it’s having an option. Guided by their 'Stop at Nothing' mantra, TECNO has just released two budget-friendly powerhouses: the TECNO POP 9 and t...

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