Edo State's first Innovation hub 'Edo Innovates' kicks off June 14th

The Government of Edo State, as part of its efforts to boost youth employment, ICT and Innovation in the state is set to launch Edo Innovates; the state’s first innovation hub.

Upnepa Nigeria - a new app that will notify you of current state of power supply

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Upnepa Nigeria is a newly launched mobile app that notifies you whenever electricity is restored or distorted at home, office, community or campus.

Facebook partners CcHUB to launch NG_Hub in Lagos

Facebook, as part of its commitment and ongoing investment in Africa, has unveiled NG_hub in Lagos, Nigeria Facebook – its first flagship community hub space in Africa, in partnership with CcHub.

Bitcoin trader Paxful to launch blockchain incubator hub in Lagos, Nigeria

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Paxful has disclosed plans to launch a blockchain incubator hub in Nigeria. Lagos is the choice location for the hub and it will be officially opened later this year.

Nigeria's Digital Nation debuts Varsus; a new URL shortening service

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With Google ending support for its short link service, Goo.gl by 20th of March, 2019, it was up to several companies and startups alike to come up with a quick solution to fill the hefty void being left by Google.

National Information Technology Competition 2018; Registration opens for Tertiary students in Nigeria

Interested students from Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria are invited to register for the National Information Technology Competition For Tertiary Institutions.

Nigeria Innovation Summit scheduled for September 26 in Abuja

The Nigeria Innovation Summit (www.innovationsummit.ng) will in its 3rd year, according to the Organisers focus on the theme: "Building a Culture of Innovation in Nigeria for Sustainable Economic Growth."

The 2018 Start-up Kebbi Programme registration is ongoing (Apply Here)

Registrations are on for the 2018 edition of the Startup Kebbi programme.

Nigerian Government to introduce Technology and Innovation Advisory Council to support Tech Start-ups

The Federal Government of Nigeria has disclosed plans to set up a technology and innovation advisory council to progressively condition the environment for the growth of technology startups in Nigeria.

Ecobank launches Fintech Challenge Competition for Start-ups in Africa (2018)

Ecobank, the leading pan-African banking group, is inviting African fintech entrepreneurs to enter its Ecobank Fintech Challenge. Now in its second year, the initiative gives African start-ups the chance to promote their fintech solutions, and potentially to partner Ecobank in rolling-out their solutions across Ecobank’s 33 markets.

Scientists record major breakthrough on LiFi, a network 100X faster than WiFi

Chinese scientists have just recorded a major breakthrough on LiFi, short for Light Fidelity, which may see a shift away from the traditional WiFi currently invoke. LiFi is a wireless optical network technology that uses Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) (like the LED bulbs in our households) for performing data transfers.

Ford aims to prioritise SUVs and Trucks over Cars to cut cost

When it comes to manufacturing trucks, SUVs and cars in general, Ford has always been on the fore front with other car makers for decades.

Playstation CEO Andrew House to leave Sony after serving 27 years

Andrew House will be stepping down as president and CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment after being in the helm of power for six years (since 2011), and will be succeeded by deputy president John Kodera. This was made know in a press statement by Sony.

Finney -- World's first blockchain smartphone for 'the crypto community'

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Security is paramount when it comes to protecting your investment --be it vital information or money-- especially when it's digital, as it can be subjected to hacking. Sirin Labs, the company behind the $14,000 Solarin smartphone, has another $1,000 device in the works that runs on a fee-less blockchain, and is meant to target the crypto community.

[Video] Scientist develop an edible super-thin sensor that can monitor food temperature

The implementation of rigid and safely degrading Biomaterials in things around us is no more a new thing and as funny as it sounds, these implementations have had immeasurable impact in human lives, positively.

Elon Musk plans to transport people in rockets across the globe in half an hour

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Whenever Elon Musk, is up to something, the world always pays attention as it is always about 'the future', and his upcoming project is no exception.

NITDA - 10 Nigerian Startups to Feature at GITEX Technology Fair in Dubai

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Nigeria Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, has announced that it will be showcasing 10 Nigerian Startups at this year's GITEX technology exhibition and conference that will take place in Dubai for the 8th to 12th of October.

[Photos] The Mercedes-AMG Project ONE Showcar will cost a jaw-dropping N977 million

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Mercedes-Benz, today at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt, showed off the Mercedes-AMG Project ONE Showcar. A new Hypercar the German car maker has been teasing for a few weeks now.

Samsung Galaxy Note8: Watch The Launch via Livestream Today, Aug. 23

It's the D-day people. Who is excited?!

Motorola Patent a Self-Healing Display Technology That Can Be a Solution To Cracked Screens

One of  the most annoying and common thing that some smartphone users always have to deal with is is a shattered screen or screen scratches. And sometimes, the money you spend on repairs can be enough to buy a new smartphone.