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In a last-minute decision, President Donald Trump has issued an executive order granting TikTok a 75-day extension, delaying a previously scheduled ban and allowing more time to secure a U.S.-based ownership deal. The announcement came Friday via Trump’s Truth Social account, offering a temporary lifeline to the popular video-sharing app.…

The International Finance Corporation (IFC)—a member of the World Bank Group—has partnered with First African Company SA (FAC) to expand the local production of affordable, nutritious dairy products and fruit juices. Announced some days ago, the collaboration includes a €2 million financing package that will fuel FAC’s production capacity, introduce…

In a major milestone for Francophone Africa’s fintech scene, Ivorian digital bank Djamo has raised $17 million in fresh equity funding to expand its services across the region. The round, led by Pan-African venture capital firm Janngo Capital, marks the largest VC raise by any startup in Ivory Coast, underscoring…

In a landmark step toward asserting sovereignty and strategic oversight in the space sector, the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) is preparing to roll out its long-overdue space regulation and licensing framework. This move follows the approval of a ₦20 billion take-off fund by President Bola Tinubu, signaling…

In a major leap forward for national defence and technological self-sufficiency, the Nigerian military, in collaboration with Briech UAS, has officially unveiled Africa’s first and largest indigenous attack drones and bombs. The unveiling, held at Briech UAS headquarters in Abuja, marks a watershed moment for Nigeria’s defense capabilities in the…

In a powerful endorsement of its mission to transform infrastructure across the continent, Africa50, the pan-African infrastructure investor and asset manager, has welcomed the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) of South Africa as its 36th shareholder with a $40 million investment. The PIC, which manages $141.5 billion in assets on behalf…

When the news broke out on April 1, most people thought it was an April Fools prank but Sterling Bank confirmed it was no ruse and it was effective immediately. Sterling Bank has officially introduced a zero-transfer fee policy for all local online transactions conducted through its mobile app. This…

Global beverage giant Diageo plc has announced the sale of its 54.4% shareholding in Seychelles Breweries Limited to Phoenix Beverages, a Mauritius-based subsidiary of the IBL Group for approximately $80 million. The transaction marks the latest in a series of divestments across Africa as Diageo continues its strategic push to…

In what could become a major reshuffle in the digital payments space, Visa has reportedly offered Apple $100 million to become the new payment network for the Apple Card, replacing Mastercard. This strategic move—revealed by the Wall Street Journal—signals an escalating competition among top-tier financial institutions to align with tech…

OpenAI has officially opened the gates to its powerful image-generation tool, making it available to free users for the first time. The tool, integrated into ChatGPT and powered by the advanced GPT-4o model, had previously been exclusive to paid subscribers. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), OpenAI CEO Sam…

For decades, the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) has been a universally dreaded signal for Windows users — a stark blue backdrop announcing a fatal system error, complete with a sad face, technical jargon, and more recently, a QR code. But now, Microsoft is giving the BSOD a long-overdue redesign,…

Estonia-based e-bike manufacturer Ampler has just launched its latest innovation — the Nova and Nova Pro — marking a significant milestone in electric bike design. These sleek, lightweight bikes are not only built for urban practicality but also feature USB-C charging, a first in the commercial e-bike world. Designed and…

In a significant shift for iPhone users, WhatsApp can now be set as the default app for both calls and messages on iOS — a move that further strengthens its position as a global communications hub. This update comes as part of Apple’s iOS 18.2 release, which introduces greater flexibility…

Apple’s privacy-first messaging around its App Tracking Transparency (ATT) tool has come under serious regulatory fire in Europe. This week, the French Competition Authority slapped the tech giant with a €150 million ($162 million) fine, accusing Apple of abusing its dominant market position in the mobile advertising space from 2021…

OpenAI has closed one of the largest private funding rounds in tech history, raising a staggering $40 billion at a post-money valuation of $300 billion, the company announced on Monday. According to a blog post published on OpenAI’s website, the round was led by SoftBank, with participation from major existing…

On Friday, WhatsApp announced the launch of a new feature allowing users to add music clips to their Status updates. This enhancement not only enriches personal expression but also mirrors a trend that blends past and present — reminiscent of the Myspace era, now fused with the encrypted sophistication of…

In a bold step toward bridging South Africa’s digital divide, MTN South Africa and Lynk Global, a low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite provider, successfully completed the continent’s first satellite-to-mobile device phone call on Thursday. The historic trial took place in Vryburg, a rural town in the North West province, and marks…

The cryptocurrency world has its share of volatile tokens, but Pi Network’s PI token is riding a particularly rough wave. After hitting an all-time high of $2.99 on February 26, PI has crashed over 73%, now hovering around $0.78 — dangerously close to its launch price of $0.70. The fall…

Nigeria’s digital transformation journey just received a powerful boost — courtesy of Airtel Africa Foundation. In a landmark move, the telecoms giant has committed N1 billion to support the Federal Government’s 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) initiative, a flagship program aimed at training and placing Nigerians in high-demand tech roles.…

OpenAI is turning ChatGPT into a full-blown creative suite. Starting today, users can generate images directly inside ChatGPT—no plugins, no external tools. Just type your prompt, and boom, visuals. The feature, aptly dubbed “Images in ChatGPT,” is now live across all tiers: Plus, Pro, Team—and yes, even free. The new…