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AI
in Nigeria has announced the upcoming InnovateAI Lagos 2025 conference,
themed “Scaling AI Adoption in Nigeria: Catalysing Cross-Sectoral
Innovation and Fostering Inclusive Growth,” which is set for February
21, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos.
This event marks the
second edition of the annual conference, building … read more
At the close of 2024, Starlink revealed its plans to implement a revised pricing structure
for its services. This decision comes on the heels of a previous
attempt to adjust tariffs on October 1, 2024, which encountered
significant backlash and scrutiny from the Nigerian Communications
Commission (NCC).
The
NCC e… read more
The
smartphone market is gearing up for a robust year in 2025, driven by
several key factors including product portfolio refreshes from leading
handset manufacturers, an increasing consumer interest in innovative
artificial intelligence (AI) features, and a growing demand for
affordable 5G devices.
According to the latest data fr… read more
Interswitch,
a prominent leader in Africa’s integrated payments and digital commerce
landscape, has once again reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to
driving innovation and nurturing young talent within Nigeria. This is
exemplified by their sponsorship of the Financial Services Innovators
(FSI) Intensive Software Testing Progra… read more
As
2025 nears, boutique and design hotel groups must make crucial
decisions about their business strategies. Are you focusing on
profitability and guest relationships, or are you still heavily
dependent on Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) like Booking.com, which may
be hurting your bottom line? It's time to consider a smarter approach
f… read more
In
the competitive world of hospitality, securing high-value corporate
bookings can seem like a daunting challenge, especially for smaller
hotels that often lag behind well-established chains. However, tapping
directly into the corporate travel market is possible, allowing hotels
to fill rooms year-round and significantly enhance their… read more
The CEO of 9mobile, Obafemi Banigbe, recently shared his expertise at the Alliance for Innovative Regulation (AIR) virtual conference, tackling the pressing issue of digital payment fraud in West Africa.
His insightful perspectives offered valuable insights into combating identity theft, a major threat to African electronic money … read more
Booking.com’s Chief Legal & Public Affairs Officer, Maria Rocha Barros, discusses
the company’s approach to complying with the Digital Markets Act (DMA)
after engaging in constructive dialogue with the European Commission and
other stakeholders. As the first … read more
On May 13th 2024, Booking.com was the only Online Travel Agency (OTA) to be designated as a “gatekeeper” under the EU’s new Digital Markets Act, meaning they had six months to comply with the law’s stringent regulations.
This
week, those six m… read more
GIATA GmbH, the global partner for hotel content and
technology solutions for the travel industry, announces the launch of the MultiCodes Utility, the new MultiCodes
interface designed to provide easy access to complex tech data to non-tech
professionals, providing wider and independent use of the tool among company
stakeholders.
… read more