As the use of operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) grows, so too does the threat landscape. Without releasing it, many businesses may have thousands of unknown access points ready to be exploited by cybercriminals. JAYSON PIETERSE, Sales Manager at TXOne, explores the different risks organisations face. With the growth in digital transformation of businesses, there has been an increase in tools and tech solutions that allow for greater connectivity. From cloud and artificial intelligence to operational technology (OT) and the Internet of Things (IoT), businesses are more connected than ever before. And while these tech advancements have…
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Kodex Africa and the Anambra State ICT Agency on Thursday,21st March 2024, played host to a delegation of budding entrepreneurs from the Enterprise Development Centre (@EDC4SME), fostering innovation and collaboration within the Anambra State’s tech ecosystem. The visit, part of a broader initiative to nurture entrepreneurship, as explained by the Head, of the Alumni Relations and Support Services Department at the Pan Atlantic University, Mrs. Nnenna Ugwu, highlights the partnership between the EDC and the Mastercard Foundation for the implementation of the ‘Transforming Nigeria Youth Programme’. According to Mrs. Ugwu, “This programme is dedicated to empowering Nigerian youths, between ages…
9 Payment Service Bank (9PSB), Nigeria’s foremost digital payment service bank focused on financial inclusion, recently reaffirmed its commitment to all-inclusive financial services. It extended its financial literacy and mentorship programme to Rosebay Schools, Lekki Phase 1 in Lagos State to mark this year’s Global Money Week theme, “Protect Your Money, Secure Your Future.” Speaking during the mentorship session, Group Head, Business Development and Strategy at 9PSB, Akeem Salam, emphasised that to earn money one must engage in productive activity by working for an organisation, offering services, running a self-employed business, or conducting investment ventures that will yield returns at…
At the Africa Gaming Expo in Lagos, leading Africa-focused fintech platform PalmPay called for the promotion of responsible gaming by stakeholders in the gaming industry to protect sports pundits from potential risks native to the industry. The event, which took place in Lagos between March 12 – March 15, 2024, was a melting pot for gaming enthusiasts, regulatory bodies and digital payment platforms from Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Ghana, Uganda, Botswana and other African countries to promote responsible gaming across the continent. A lineup of distinguished panelists from around the continent, including PalmPay’s Head of Biller Business Development, Wayne Ruppel,…
By Modupe ATOYEBI Leading eCommerce giant, Konga Online Shopping Limited, could be preparing its runway for a listing on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) within the next 3 years, news sources gather. Working with global investment advisory firms, the largest online shopping omnichannel platform in Nigeria could list its shares in an Initial Public Offering (IPO) as early as 2027, according to experts familiar with the matter. Strong indications from the leadership of the company show that deliberations are in place and while the details on the timing of the launch could vary, the move to a publicly owned entity…
All is now set for the maiden edition of Payments Forum Nigeria (PAFON 1.0) to be held tomorrow, Thursday, March 21, 2024, at Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Lagos State, at 9 am. The Payments Forum Nigeria is a cross-industry platform focused on addressing issues that require broad cooperation and coordination across many constituents in the payments industry. PAFON 1.0 will provide participants with an inside look at the industry, offering perspectives from key stakeholders, including payment networks, technology innovators, leading merchants, issuers, acquirers, and payment processors. Participation is free; however, preregistration can be done via the link: https://bit.ly/4c4N19H. Organisers of the…
In 2023, the unemployment rate in Africa stood at 7.7 percent out of a total population of over 1.4 billion. This means that 112 million Africans are either out of jobs, unemployed, or ineligible to work as far as traditional jobs are concerned. This reality has contributed to the rise of the gig economy in Africa. A Mastercard Foundation survey revealed that the gig economy in Africa is growing at an average rate of 20 percent per year and is expected to reach 80 million gig workers by 2030. This rise has been aided by the COVID-19 pandemic, digital advancements in technology,…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is set to partner with the Entrepreneurship Village (eVillage) in fostering technology innovations and inclusivity in the country. This was made known when the DG NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa received the Chief Executive Officer of the eVillage, Sunil Santanam and his team at the corporate headquarters of the agency in Abuja. The eVillage was on the visit to seek NITDA’s intervention on digital infrastructure for the eVillage Innovation and Transformation Centre. The collaboration between the two organisations also aligns with the “Infrastructure” pillar of the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy’s strategic blueprint…
The Anambra State ICT Agency, in collaboration with Activ8 Hub, on Thursday, hosted an enriching workshop on Artificial Intelligence in Journalism for media professionals. The workshop which aims at digitally revolutionizing the media landscape, took the practitioners through emerging AI models, such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Bing AI, and Microsoft Copilot, among others. The workshop also aims to enhance the media professionals’ journalistic practices and ensure more efficient, accurate, and compelling reportage. The workshop facilitated by experts including Mr. Chukwuma Mezie-Okoye, co-founder of Activ8 Hub, and Nehemiah Onyekachukwu Emmanuel, an AI Engineer with Microsoft, offered deep insight into the transformative impact…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has reaffirmed the agency’s unwavering commitment to collaborating and empowering women to bridge the digital gender gap in Nigeria. Inuwa expressed this during a meeting with a delegation from TECHWOMEN, led by Ms. Binta Mustapha, at the Agency’s Corporate Headquarters in Abuja. While noting the role of promoting digital inclusion among women from diverse backgrounds in national development, Inuwa said empowering women aligns with one of NITDA’s core pillars: “Fostering Digital Literacy and Cultivating Talent” as outlined in the Agency’s Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan 2.0. Recognising…