The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has announced the addition of two new award categories—Tech Mentor of the Year and Cybersecurity Advocate of the Year—for its upcoming 2024 National Information Technology Merit Awards (NITMA). This addition was revealed by NCS President, Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu, during a press briefing, signaling the […]
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AfriTECH 4.0, one of Africa’s premier technology events, is set to convene top minds and trailblazers in technology, finance, telecom, and government this November. Under the theme, “Leapfrogging Digital Transformation for the Future of Africa’s Economy,” the forum aims to push the boundaries of Africa’s digital potential and growth. Hosted […]
AfriTECH 4.0, Africa’s leading technology and innovation conference, has unveiled its official sponsors for this year’s event, including QNET as the prestigious Gold Sponsor. Set to take place on November 7, 2024, at Oriental Hotel in Lekki, Lagos, AfriTECH 4.0 will gather top tech leaders, innovators, policymakers, and enthusiasts from […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has alerted the public to a new malware threat called CovertCatch, which cybercriminals are using to target LinkedIn users in fields such as defense, media, technology, and academia. These cyber attackers pose as recruiters, enticing LinkedIn job seekers with fake employment offers that […]
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has teamed up with Imose Technologies Ltd, a Nigerian technology company, to produce locally manufactured laptops and tablets aimed at boosting access to affordable technology within the country. These products—14-inch laptops and 10.5-inch tablets under the NASENI brand—align with the agency’s […]
Google has introduced its Growth Academy AI for Cybersecurity program, a new initiative aimed at helping startups that utilize artificial intelligence to strengthen cybersecurity. The program offers emerging companies the tools, knowledge, and international strategies they need to grow their businesses, with expert guidance from Google and other industry leaders. […]
At the 2024 National Cybercrimes Summit, held at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Kashifu Inuwa, Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), emphasized the urgent need for greater investment in cybersecurity training across both public and private sectors. Inuwa highlighted that the benefits of securing organizations […]
AfriTECH 4.0 organizers are excited to unveil the official sponsors for this year’s highly anticipated event, with QNET taking the spotlight as the Gold Sponsor. AfriTECH 4.0, Africa’s leading technology and innovation conference, will be held on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at Oriental Hotels, Lekki Road, Lagos, Nigeria. This year’s […]
Babcock University has set a new benchmark in cybersecurity education with its groundbreaking partnership with ThinkCyber Nigeria. This collaboration aims to equip students with world-class cybersecurity training, aligning with global standards and preparing them for the rapidly evolving tech industry. The partnership between Babcock’s School of Computing and Business School […]
(L-R): Joshua Ibinabo War, Entrepreneurship Development Manager, ALX Nigeria; Chidi Afulezi, Guest Speaker & Product Management Consultant, and Nkechi Idinmachi, Fellowship Specialist, ALX Nigeria, at the Exclusive Product Management Masterclass organised by ALX Nigeria recently in Lagos. ALX Africa, the acclaimed career and entrepreneurship accelerator, has once again strengthened its […]