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- 6 Jul 2017
6 WhatsApp Scams to Avoid
Created in 2009 as an alternative to text messaging, WhatsApp is today one of the world’s most popular instant messaging service with more than one billion users in 180 countries. According to a May…
- 6 Jul 2021
WhatsApp to Block Users of “GB” Cloned Version of App
Whatsapp has issued a warning to users who download clone apps, threatening to permanently block them if continuous usage persists. The company made this warning as a clone app named GB WhatsApp is…
- 22 Jan 2014
WhatsApp Users Hit 430m each Month
WhatsApp, OTT messaging service, said it now has over 430 million active users each month, which makes it the worlds largest dedicated mobile messaging platform. At the DLD conference in Germany, Jan…
- 21 Aug 2014
MTN’s Two Android Phones Now in Nigeria
MTN Nigeria, has taken another bold step in breaking new grounds in the smartphone business in Nigeria, after the successful unveiling of its music streaming and download portal, the MTN…
- 9 Mar 2023
Telkom Partners with Clickatell to Launch Mobile Messaging Payments in South Africa
Clickatell, the Chat Commerce and business messaging leader, has launched their Chat 2 Pay feature for South Africa's largest integrated communications company, Telkom. Telkom’s millions of customers…
- 4 Dec 2013
TECNO Intensifies Africa Market Penetration with Phantom A111 SmartPhone
TECNO Mobile looks further to intensify its smartphone penetration and market share expansion in Nigeria and Africa in general with the launch of the latest addition smartphone to its phantom family,…
- 6 Dec 2019
How to Give Remote Control a Night Off with Remote Viewing
The 21st century has been great for lovers of entertainment. Not too long ago, the whole family had to gather around a box to watch something together – and if you didn’t want to watch what was on…
- 10 May 2024
AI and ‘phygital’ experiences re-set to reshape the customer journey in 2024
By Andrew Egan, Africa Regional Sales Director at Infobip With brands recognising the power of conversations, AI-driven solutions, and phygital experiences, consumers can anticipate more…
- 25 Sept 2024
Necro Trojan Sneaks into Google Play with up to 11m Victims
In late August 2024, Kaspersky experts identified a new version of the Necro Trojan that had infiltrated several popular applications on Google Play and modified applications on unofficial platforms,…
- 14 Jul 2024
WhatsApp to Deactivate Support for Certain Phone Models over Incompatibility
WhatsApp has announced that it will no longer be supported on a variety of phone models starting from the summer of 2024. This decision affects a significant number of devices from popular brands…
- 17 Feb 2022
How Nigeria's Young Population are Using SHAREit Lite to Boost Productivity at their Workplaces
Imagine being at the office and needing to urgently transfer some files from your phone to your personal computer. You've worked on your mobile phone while in transit and need to send the documents…
- 16 Dec 2022
Zoho Desk Achieves 45% CAGR over 5 years, As it Introduces Blended Conversations to Deliver Exceptional Support
Zoho Corporation, a leading global technology company, today launched new tools for Zoho Desk, the anchor application in the company's customer service platform, to help customer service teams evolve…
- 2 May 2016
NITEC to Drive Need for African TechPreneurs’ Global Exposure- Braimah
The Nigeria International Technology Exhibition & Conference (NITEC 2016) is being perfected as a credible platform to make case for African startups financing. Mr. Ehi Braimah, managing director…
- 15 Apr 2016
NITEC’16 To Focus on Disruptive Technologies in Catapulting Africa’s GDP
The organisers of the Nigeria International Technology Exhibition & Conference (NITEC 2016) have promised to leverage the platform to channel attention on disruptive technologies as panaceas to…
- 12 Feb 2026
Russia Blocks WhatsApp, Pushes State App Max as Alternative Amid Telegram Clampdown
Russia has confirmed the blocking of popular messaging platform WhatsApp, directing its citizens to switch to the state-backed Max messenger, in a move escalating restrictions on foreign digital…
- 31 Oct 2021
List of Phones to be Blocked on WhatsApp from Today
From November 1, (today), WhatsApp will be blocked on millions of phones across the world, meaning that you could lose access to messages, photos and contacts. The popular messaging app, which is…
- 17 Feb 2025
KongaFM -103.7 Launches "Shop On Radio”, First in Africa
For the first time in Africa, radio is no longer just about listening to music and advertisements; it’s added shopping. KongaFM -103.7, Nigeria’s pioneering Hit Music & Commerce radio station, is…
- 15 Dec 2015
Asus ZenFoneSelfie’s 13mp Front & Rear Camera Ignites Selfie "War"
ASUS, the leading laptop brand in Europe has made its intent to woo Selfie loving Nigerians with the pricing and availability of ZenFone family including ZenFone Selfie, ZenFone Laser 5.5, ZenFone Go…
- 19 Oct 2017
NCC Ignores Telcos, Says No to OTT Regulation
Nigerian Communications Commission has said it can’t regulate Over The Top Technology for now, refusing the telecom operators’ call that the technology be regulated in the country. OTT…
- 30 Sept 2017
Google Introduces 5 More Products
Google has announced introduction of five additional products that would enable internet users to access information with ease. Mr Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade, Google’s Communications and Public…
- 25 Jul 2024
Osun, Delta Fine Google, Meta $350m Each for Alleged Tax Evasion
Osun and Delta states’ tax authorities have fined Google Nigeria and Meta Platforms Inc. $150 million and $200 million, respectively, for alleged non-remittance of withholding tax. The fine is…
- 7 Jan 2026
Showmax Unlocks Easier Payments for Nigerian Subscribers via Baxi
Showmax, Africa’s leading streaming service, has expanded its payment options in Nigeria through a partnership with Baxi by Onafriq, giving customers an easier and more convenient way to subscribe…
- 12 Nov 2013
Blackberry email, BBM Messaging Account for 13% Traffic in Africa
Sandvine, a leading provider of intelligent broadband network solutions for fixed and mobile operators, today released its Internet traffic trends report, entitled "Global Internet Phenomena…
- 22 Nov 2018
TECNO Mobile Announces CAMON 11 PRO, 24MP Clear Selfie Phone with AI Technology
Global premier mobile phone brand TECNO Mobile announces new smartphones CAMON 11 and CAMON 11 PRO for bright and clear selfies with high quality. The novelties will join the popular CAMON…
- 29 May 2023
Konga Guarantees Same day Delivery for Mid-Year Shopping Festival
Konga, Nigeria’s leading composite e-commerce giant, has pledged huge savings and more importantly, same day delivery for shoppers in the second edition of the much-anticipated Mid-Year Shopping…