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…Trend Micro New Security Solution Using NVIDIA NIM Unveiled At COMPUTEX In the news: Trend Micro unveiled a new data centre solution using NVIDIA technology for businesses and governments at COMPUTEX 2024. This solution tackles the challenges of next-generation AI-driven data centres by offering efficient threat detection and response capabilities. The integration showcases Trend Micro’s commitment to enhancing AI security and meeting the evolving demands of AI-driven environments. Trend Micro Incorporated, a global cybersecurity leader, has announced plans to demo a new data centre solution, using NVIDIA technology, for security-conscious business and government customers harnessing the power of AI. Digital…

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In the news: Access Bank has partnered with SCIDaR to address financing challenges for over 200,000 health SMEs in Nigeria. SCIDaR will strengthen the capacity of these SMEs through technical support services, including entrepreneurship and financial management training. This collaboration aims to prepare health SMEs for investment and foster sustainable relationships with Access Bank. Access Bank has signed a deal with Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR), to tackle financing challenges faced by over 200,000 health Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. SCIDaR is a prominent non-profit organisation spearheading impactful health interventions across Africa. Access Bank said…

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Gunmen have abducted the Managing Director of Fouani Nigeria Limited, a popular general electronics distributor along with three Lebanese while travelling by boat in Lagos. Fouani Nigeria Limited is a multinational company that represents LG, Hisense, Maxi, Huawei, and Jinko, among others. Although the names of the victims have not been ascertained, PUNCH Online learnt that they were abducted around Falomo Bridge while traveling from Apapa to Victoria Island Friday evening. A source familiar with the incident, who spoke on condition of anonymity because of its sensitive nature, told PUNCH Online that the gunmen had reached out, demanding a $1.5…

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Highlights of the news: Call for a review of Nigeria’s school curriculum to incorporate digital skills across all educational levels. The importance of integrating digital technology into education to produce a skilled workforce and foster national development. Need for a competency-based, outcome-focused curriculum to meet the demands of the 21st century. Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has emphasised the urgent need to work together to review the existing school curriculum and develop a comprehensive one that incorporates digital skills at all educational levels. Inuwa said this is in line with President Bola Ahmed…

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-PalmPay Is Running The Campaign In Partnership With iLOT, BetWay, BetCorrect, AccessBet And BetKing -PalmPay Says Big Prizes Await Winners In Bet And Win Promo In the news: UEFA EURO ‘24 Football Fiesta kicks off tonight in Berlin, Germany. PalmPay’s special betting deposits campaign allows participants to make betting deposits. PalmPay is offering Nigerians a chance to win fantastic prizes, including an iPhone 15 Pro and cash rewards. The UEFA EURO ‘24 Football Fiesta starts tonight in Berlin Germany, with 24 European countries participating in the one-month tournament. PalmPay, a leading digital bank, is offering Nigerians an exciting opportunity to…

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In the news: The suspects used street vendors to obtain innocent citizens’ details and confessed to the crime. The suspects were caught with 1,100 SIM cards and registration equipment. The FCT Police Commissioner confirmed the suspects have confessed and will face charges in court. The FCT Police Command has arrested and paraded six suspects involved in registering SIM cards with other people’s identities and selling them to criminals. The Police named the suspects as Ndubuisi Okeh, John Jock, Nafiu Tijani (a dispatcher), Nasiru Sulaiman, John Njoku, and Suleiman Musa, according to a report by The Punch. Addressing journalists while parading…

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In the news: The company reported a pretax loss of $38 million for the year ending in March, attributing it to weak local currencies and a decline in subscribers. MultiChoice struggled with currency weaknesses, inflation, and power outages, which contributed to a five percent decrease in group revenue. South Africa’s Pay-TV giant MultiChoice posted a pretax loss of 706 million rand ($38 million) for the year ending in March, the company said Wednesday citing weak local currencies and a drop in subscribers. The company is the subject of a takeover bid by France’s Canal+, which already holds more than 35…

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In the news: Apple unveiled new AI features for its major products at the WWDC in Cupertino. The new “Apple Intelligence” will enhance text and images, as well as improve Siri’s capabilities. These enhancements represent a major milestone in Apple’s AI journey, facilitated by a collaboration with OpenAI. Apple unveiled artificial intelligence-fueled features across several key products on Monday, heralding the long-awaited entry of the tech giant into the high-stakes AI race. The latest version of Apple’s operating system will deliver customizable tools using generative AI for iPhones, Mac and iPad, Apple said at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) hosted…

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-The Ban Is Due To Privacy Concerns Linked To Apple’s Partnership With OpenAI In the news: Elon Musk threatened to ban Apple devices from his companies if Apple integrates OpenAI at the OS level, citing security concerns. The threat follows Apple’s announcement of new AI features and a partnership with OpenAI for ChatGPT integration with Siri. Musk co-founded OpenAI in 2015 and later sued the organization for deviating from its mission. Elon Musk has threatened to ban Apple devices, including the iPhone, from the companies he founded on Monday, over concerns about whether the iPhone maker’s new partnership with OpenAI…

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You might have heard some buzz about this device, but here are five compelling reasons why the TECNO POVA 6 Neo has to be your next smartphone. Without further ado, let’s dive in! The TECNO POVA 6 Neo has a massive 7000mAh battery, ensuring you stay connected, productive, and entertained for days without frequent recharges. Whether navigating through a busy workday or indulging in marathon gaming sessions, this battery powerhouse won’t let you down. At the heart of the POVA 6 Neo is the formidable MediaTek G99 Ultimate Gaming Processor. Engineered for high performance, this processor delivers lightning-fast speed, smooth…

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