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Infobip Shines at Tech Innovation Awards 2022, Receives Double Honours
Infobip, Leading cloud communications platform, has received two top recognitions at the Tech Innovation Awards 2022 which celebrates excellence and impacts in the Nigerian technology space.
At the event that held over the weekend in Lagos, Infobip shined by winning the Innovative Cloud Communication Provider of the Year Award as a corporate organization, while its Regional Manager, West Africa, Olatayo Oladipo-Ajayi, also clinched the ICT Personalities of the Year Award.
Now in its sixth year, TIA formerly known as Nigeria Tech Innovation & Telecom Awards (NTITA) and widely rated as Nigeria’s ICT Oscars Awards, has retained its prestige as the biggest platform for recognising ICT icons in Nigeria and beyond.
According to Instinctwave, the organisers of TIA, the award jury found Infobip worthy of the honour in the hall of fame in recognition of its ICT backbone solutions to various sectors of the economy, especially the financial sector.
Meanwhile, as he led his team to receive the awards, Oladipo-Ajayi appreciated the organisers of TIA for again finding Infobip deserving of the recognition, noting that the recognition is the second in a row, having won the same awards at the last edition of TIA.
He said, “This is the second year Infobip, as an organization, has won the Innovative Cloud Communication Provider of the Year Award. This is an attestation to our services and quality of what we do. It is almost impossible not to continue to win the award because we put a lot of effort into making sure that our customers are satisfied; we invest a lot of money into building our platforms and infrastructures.
“The second award, which is ICT Personalities of the Year, is somewhat personal but it is also tied to Infobip in a lot of ways. Infobip gave me the opportunity to provide more visibility and services to Infobip customers and to build my networks.
L – R: Temitope Oyeleye, Infobip Partner,TBO; Wendy Ezomo, Integrated Marketing Manager, Infobip; and Olatayo Ladipo-Ajai, Regional Manager, Infobip West Africa at the 2022 Edition of Tech Innovation Award held in Lagos on Saturday
“Being the Tech Personality of the Year is a big honour to me. It shows a lot of work coming from Infobip side, the entire team and from me. So basically, my award is dedicated to Infobip and the team.”
Oladipo-Ajayi further explain that Infobip is a cloud communications platform as-a-service with spread across over 70 countries, adding that it offers services to blue-chip organisations, medium scale organisations and with very strong presence in the financial services space.
He said, “We’ve been in the business for over 12 years. We have over 2,000 staff and in Nigeria, we have a large market share. We control about 70 – 80% of the financial space. We provide services for a lot of Nigerians.
“A lot of people in the world today enjoys Infobip services as long as you have a phone and you do services with banks. Every time you get an SMS, there is an 80% chance that it is coming through our platform. So, we provide strengthening, security and value to all our customers including the banks and bank customers.”
He continued, “Our major mantra is providing what we call the best customer experience, customer engagement and customer loyalty platforms that give you access to do a lot of things across multiple channels.
“Infobip provides services across various channels – SMS, emails, voicemail, Webchat, in-app chat and all sorts. And we also have software solutions that cater to other orchestrations within that space. By this, we mean having analytics that help you understand your customer demography and customer behaviour; software solutions that help you organize your contact better; and software that gives you the ability to use chatbots to provide 24/7 availability of your business, among others.”
Meanwhile, other tech brands that shared the stage with Infobip as awardees at TIA 2022 include the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), IHS Nigeria, Airtel Nigeria, Huawei Technologies, Africa Data Centre, Open Access Data Centre, Medallion Communications, 3R Nigeria Limited, among others.
Tech giants Google and Meta have called on the Australian government to delay a proposed bill that would ban children under 16 from accessing most social media platforms.
The companies argue that more time is needed to assess the bill’s impact and await results from an age-verification trial.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s government aims to pass the legislation—one of the strictest globally on children’s social media use—by Thursday, the final day of the parliamentary year. Introduced last week, the bill was open for public submissions for just one day, drawing criticism for its expedited timeline.
The proposed law would require social media companies, rather than parents or children, to enforce age-verification measures, potentially using biometrics or government-issued identification. Companies found in breach could face fines of up to A$49.5 million ($32 million).
Meta criticised the bill as “inconsistent and ineffective” without clear results from the age-verification trial. Google echoed the sentiment, urging for a measured approach to ensure Australians understand the implications of the legislation.
TikTok raised “significant concerns” over the lack of consultation with experts, social media platforms, mental health organisations, and young people. “Novel policies must be drafted thoroughly to ensure their success,” the company stated.
Elon Musk’s X also opposed the bill, arguing it could infringe on children’s human rights, including their freedom of expression and access to information. Musk, a vocal advocate for free speech, accused the government of using the bill as a backdoor to control internet access.
The opposition Liberal Party has signalled support for the bill, while some independent lawmakers have criticised the government for rushing its passage. A Senate committee report on the bill is expected on Tuesday.
If passed, the bill will place Australia at the forefront of regulating children’s online activity, but its swift progression and potential implications have sparked a heated debate over privacy, freedom, and the role of government in digital spaces.
TECNO SPARK 30 city tour made a memorable stop at Ikeja City Mall on November 15th, bringing with it an infectious energy that electrified the entire city.
As the event unfolded, it was clear that this was more than just a product showcase – it was an immersive experience designed to thrill and delight.
The day’s festivities kicked off with the iconic TECNO SPARK 30 transformer bus, painted in bold red and blue hues, rolling into action.
The bus served as the hub for a games grotto, where fans immersed themselves in thrilling digital games and adventures.
Outside, the excitement spilled over, with attendees engaging in friendly competitions of Jenga, Monopoly, Ludo, and chess.
These games sparked laughter, playful banter, and a sense of camaraderie among strangers.
As the games heated up, so did the rewards. Purchasers of the TECNO SPARK 30 Pro enjoyed a N20,000 discount and a chance to win up to 100% cashback by participating in the games.
The atmosphere was electric, with cheers of victory, enthusiastic applause, and celebratory high-fives.
The excitement reached a fever pitch with the arrival of tech and lifestyle creator Kagan, accompanied by Big Brother Naija Season 9 stars Victoria and Ruthee.
The trio dove into the action, competing in games and claiming victory. They were awarded TECNO-branded gift items, earning cheers and applause from the thrilled crowd.
The event was an unforgettable experience, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended.
During peak shopping days, this threat intensifies.
Here’s what happens: with the surge in online deals, more employees may be shopping from their work computers, feeling that Cyber Monday is a legitimate time to do so.
This increases the risk of them clicking more freely and potentially exposing the organization to malicious links or phishing attacks.
To keep your organization safe, encourage your team to follow these simple tips:
• Don’t click deals in email that look too good to be true or are from businesses you don’t have accounts from – these could be phishing emails hoping to bait you into clicking links to bogus, malicious web sites.
This season, small steps can make a big difference in protecting against cyber threats.
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