Author: Rommy Imah

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Web3 are converging to redefine decentralization, automation, and security. The world is moving toward trustless ecosystems, where autonomous, self-executing smart contracts and decentralized AI models eliminate the need for intermediaries. As businesses and developers embrace blockchain-based ecosystems, AI is becoming the key driver of intelligent automation, fraud prevention, and trustless transactions. The fusion of machine learning, blockchain, and decentralized computing is unlocking new possibilities, from AI-powered DeFi risk management to self-learning DAOs that optimize governance. At the forefront of this revolution is GABRIEL TOSIN AYODELE, a top industry leader, Senior Software Engineer, and AI-powered Web3 innovator.…

Headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, as a global company of over 90 employees with operations in Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya, Carbon empowers individuals with access to credit, simple payments solutions, high-yield investment opportunities and easy-to-use tools for personal financial management.

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A suite of revolutionary digital power solutions targeted at various categories of users in the Nigerian market has been launched in Lagos, Nigeria. Huawei Technologies, a leading global provider of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices in partnership with TD Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa’s foremost distributor of tech, services and lifestyle products launched the suite of solutions. Speaking at the well-attended launch event held on Friday, July 15, 2022 at the Tech Experience Centre, Yudala Heights in Victoria Island, Lagos, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), TD Africa, Mrs. Chioma Ekeh identified the perennial public power supply challenge in…

In the fast paced landscape of both fintech and healthcare, the fusion of these two industries is creating unprecedented opportunities for innovation and transformation. At the forefront of this intersection is SAMUEL ARAMIDE, a seasoned Senior Software Engineer at NUimage and the Chief Technology Officer at Gemspay. Samuel’s work showcases how cross-industry innovation can drive enhanced patient payment experiences, leveraging his deep expertise in software engineering to bridge the gap between fintech and healthcare. The coming together of fintech and healthcare illustrate a significant shift in how patients communicate with healthcare providers and oversee their financial responsibilities. The conventional healthcare…

The FinTech Association of Nigeria has said that it would continue to provide platforms to engage with regulators, shape the future workforce, promote thought leadership and showcase key impacts of the Nigerian FinTech space. President of the Association,  Mr. Ade Bajomo stated this last weekend in his address at the maiden edition of Fintech Platinum Awards held at the Oriental Hotels, Lekki Lagos. Bajomo said that one way this is achieved is through The Nigeria FinTech Week held annually, noting that the sixth edition of this highly anticipated week will be holding from October 24 – 28, 2022. He…

News Highlights: Azaria Hotel & Apartments has partnered with Lagos Business School (LBS) to provide top-tier accommodation for business professionals. Led by Ayodeji and Adedolapo Fashanu, Azaria is revolutionizing the hospitality industry through the integration of cutting-edge technology. Azaria Hotel & Apartments, a prominent hospitality company in Nigeria, has formed a strategic partnership with Lagos Business School (LBS) to offer premium accommodations for business professionals in Lagos State. Digital TimesNG reports that following this partnership, Azaria will provide top notch accommodation experience for LBS business professionals in Nigeria and across the globe. Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Ayodeji Fashanu, Managing…

The Federal Government has directed that all outgoing calls in the country should be barred for telephone lines that have not complied with the NIN-SIM linkage Policy from Mondqy, the 4th  of April, 2022. The directive followed the determination of the Federal Government that the NIN-SIM Policy implementation can proceed, as machinery has already been put in place to ensure compliance by citizens and legal residents. A release Monday morning, signed by the Director, Public Affairs of the Nigerian Communications Commission(NCC), Dr. Ikechukwu Adinde quoted the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Pantami as saying that the…

The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has expressed deep concern about the shutting down of telecommunications facilities in Kogi State as a result of disputes arising from unusual taxes and levies demanded by the Kogi State Government through Its Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (KIRS). ALTON said in a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Engr. Gbenga Adebayo and Head, Operations, Gbolahan Awonuga, that this issue is likely to lead to a total communications blackout in the entire Kogi State, parts of Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory and possible impact on service availability in some parts of…

The first edition of the 2022 Digital Africa Leadership Series holds on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, and will have as guest, Mr. Mitchell Elegbe, Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Interswitch Nigeria. The Digital Africa Leadership Series is a platform to identify, showcase and share the personal stories, experiences and impact of Tech players and Policymakers as shining examples for Africa and Africans to emulate. This edition’s topic is Startups: Profits versus Market Share: Personal Journey, and will be hosted by Mr. Bosun Ayeni. Digital Times understands that the chat will provide Elegbe with the opportunity to share his personal…