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WhatsApp Business Platform Billing Has Started: What Nigerian Businesses Need to KnowWhatsApp Business Platform billing has changed in Nigeria. Here is what businesses need to know about the new charges and how to reduce messaging costs.
By Precious O. Unusere•17 hours agoLatest Tech News
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WhatsApp Business Platform Billing Has Started: What Nigerian Businesses Need to Know
WhatsApp Business Platform billing has changed in Nigeria. Here is what businesses need to know about the new charges and how to reduce messaging costs.
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PRECIOUS O. UNUSERE
Classic Power, Modern Tech: Unpacking the F1 Engineering Behind Mercedes' Iconic Black Series
The 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG Black Series stands as a street-legal homage to the F1 Safety Car, boasting significant weight reduction, enhanced power, and track-optimized engineering. This limited-edition super coupe delivers exhilarating performance, complementing AMG's broader range which includes the luxurious V-12 powered CL65 AMG.Uche Emeka
Satire's Edge: John Oliver's Tech-Infused Investigation Uncovers Security Gaps
John Oliver's Last Week Tonight takes a critical look at the Secret Service, exposing the challenging realities behind its glamorous public image. He highlights institutional failures, funding issues, and historical screw-ups that contradict the popular notion of the job.Uche Emeka
Future Forward: Subaru's 2026 Outback Redefines In-Car Infotainment
The 2026 Subaru Outback introduces a significant upgrade with its new infotainment system, featuring larger displays and improved responsiveness. This deep dive explores the nuanced differences between its Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integrations, from framed windows and full-screen modes to split-screen layouts and seamless wireless connectivity.Uche Emeka
Consumer Uproar: Pushback Against Invasive In-Car Ads Before They Dominate
The emergence of in-car advertisements and subscription-based features is transforming the automotive landscape, pushing connected-car technology towards monetization rather than solely user enhancement. BMW's controversial introduction of an in-car Spider-Man ad, following its attempt to charge for heated seats, highlights the growing concern that consumers are effectively paying to receive ads in vehicles they already own. This trend, dubbed "SaaS" (Subscription as a Service), threatens traditional car ownership, prompting a call for strong consumer pushback to prevent it from becoming the new normal.Uche Emeka
AI
Global AI Agenda: 17 Nations Chart Course for Government Research
Seventeen nations have endorsed the 'Kyoto Vision for a Golden Age of Science,' a new government AI research agenda. This initiative focuses on expanding access to scientific data and computing infrastructure, upholding research integrity, and enhancing technical training, aiming to harness 'super intelligence' for democratizing scientific discovery.
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OpenAI Unveils Eye-Catching Visual Ads in AI Image Generation
OpenAI is introducing visual display ads to ChatGPT, appearing alongside image generation, starting in the U.S. this month. This expansion aims to attract advertisers with visual storytelling, enhance measurement tools, and support free and low-cost subscription tiers. The move is part of OpenAI's strategy to build an ad-supported business model for its popular AI platform.Uche Emeka
Trump Unveils Groundbreaking 'Super Intelligence Force'
President Donald Trump has unveiled a new 'Super Intelligence Force' to be led by national intelligence director Jay Clayton. Tasked with ensuring American leadership in Super Intelligence, which Trump deems bigger than previous revolutions, the force will coordinate federal efforts and address potential threats while promoting innovation. It also aims to produce a report on AI risks and opportunities within 120 days.Uche Emeka
AI Has a $6 Trillion Revenue Problem. Who Is Going to Pay for It?
Bain says AI needs $6 trillion in annual revenue by 2031 to justify its infrastructure boom. Where will the money come from, and what happens if demand falls short?Precious O. Unusere
The Silent Cognitive Crisis: Brain Complacency in the Age of AI
“AI offers convenience, but at what cost? Explore how over-reliance on artificial intelligence fuels brain complacency, weakens critical thinking, and sparks a silent cognitive crisis.”PRECIOUS O. UNUSERE
Fintech
Should We Trust Tech Companies with Our Personal Data?
"Explore the dilemma of trusting tech companies with personal data. From convenience and security to privacy risks and exploitation, discover whether we should share less or demand more accountability."
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From ₦400K to ₦50 Million: The Northern Nigerian Friends Rewiring Rural Banking
From just ₦400K, a group of Northern Nigerian friends are transforming rural banking with innovation and grit. Their venture has grown into a ₦50 million force, reshaping financial access in underserved communities.Ibukun Oluwa
The Silent Pulse of Paper: Will Our World Truly Let Cash Die?
As fintech innovation accelerates, will physical money become obsolete or merely evolve? This article explores the global shift toward a cashless world, its promises, pitfalls, and what the future of money means for everyday people.zainab bakare
Crypto Gets a Home: Kenya's Parliament Just Soaked Up a New Fintech Race
The hub of mobile money innovation has now formally legalized crypto assets in law.Alberta Tetteh
Fintech Tensions: From Nigeria’s Data Scandal to Fintech Bans in East Africa
A data privacy scandal in Nigeria and new fintech restrictions in East Africa signal a turning point in Africa’s digital finance boom. Can innovation survive without trust?PRECIOUS O. UNUSERE