How can Nigeria build on the payment evolution brought about by the Naira shortage
Governments worldwide are encouraging cashless payments, and Nigeria is no exception. However, the implementation of a cashless policy in Nigeria encountered challenges, resulting in a serious cash shortage. As Nigerians struggled to pay for everyday goods and services, digital payment providers stepped up to address the situation. Fintech companies played
Read more7 Strategies to Help Nigerians Overcome Fuel Price Hikes
Recent reports from Nigerian news outlets have highlighted the dire consequences of fuel price hikes, prompting Nigerians to seek viable solutions amidst financial hardships. According to reports, the removal of fuel subsidies has caused petrol prices to triple, soaring from 189 Naira to a staggering 557 Naira per litre. The
Read moreThe Top 7 Smart Cities in the World: Leading the Way in Urban Innovation
In an increasingly interconnected and technologically driven world, smart cities are emerging as the vanguards of urban development. These cities leverage advanced technologies and data-driven solutions to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and the overall quality of life for their residents. According to the World Bank, currently 56% of the global population,
Read moreVodacom Congo – official partner of OAFLAD’s 20th Anniversary
The Organization of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD) hosts an annual conference that brings together First Ladies from various African countries. The platform fosters experience exchange and showcases commitment to sustainable development, women’s and children’s rights, youth development, and gender diversity. Their expertise and experience shape policies and projects
Read morePixel Power-Up: Unveiling Exciting New Features
Google’s Pixel smartphones have consistently delivered cutting-edge technology and exceptional user experiences. The latest new features of the Pixel smartphone are no exception; it boasts a range of exciting new tech features that are set to revolutionize the mobile industry. Here are five standout features that make the Pixel smartphone
Read moreDowney’s Dream Cars: Robert Downey Jr. targets EV skeptics in new series
Marvel retiree Robert Downey Jr. has a new show: Downey’s Dream Cars. It follows the millionaire as he seeks to reconcile two of his hobbies, classic car collecting and climate change mitigation. The Iron Man actor has led with this sort of juxtaposition before; when he kicked off his climate-focused
Read moreRivian’s latest acquisition aims to make EV route planning better
Rivian acquired the company behind ABetterRouteplanner, a popular route planning app used by EV drivers, the company confirmed Wednesday. Rivian didn’t disclose financial terms of the deal to buy Iternio, the Swedish company that developed A Better Routeplanner, otherwise known as ABRP. The acquisition was first reported earlier this month
Read moreWith $10T on the line, 6 fusion investors explain why they’re all in
Fusion power could be considered the quintessential venture capital bet: It’s expensive and risky, but the potential rewards are enormous. The world paid $10 trillion for energy last year, according to the IEA, so even a single-digit percentage of that pie would generate revenues in the tens of billions. Oh,
Read moreInsight cutting its fundraising target isn’t reason to panic
The late-stage market is truly whacked. But it’s not only the startups who are suffering. Insight Partners, a double-dipper growth equity and late-stage venture investor, recently reduced its fundraising target of $20 billion to $15 billion after raising a measly $2 billion of the pot. Insight isn’t the only venture
Read moreWe’ve officially entered a new era of ‘cultivated’ meat production
U.S. regulators met another alternative protein milestone Wednesday when they approved both Upside Foods and Good Meat to sell their cultivated chicken products within the country. Known as “cell-cultivated” or “cultured meat,” these proteins are made from animal cells rather than slaughtered animals and are often developed using a fermentation
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