Category : Artificial Intelligence


Canal+ to Shut Down Showmax After MultiChoice Review

Canal+, the new owner of MultiChoice Group, plans to discontinue the Showmax streaming service following a strategic review aimed at reducing costs and improving investment efficiency. The company confirmed no job losses will result from the shutdown.

NIMC Updates on Nationwide Ward-Level NIN Registration

The National Identity Management Commission confirms its decentralized NIN enrollment initiative, launched in February 2026, is progressing steadily nationwide. Citizens are urged to register at designated ward centers.

March Sky: Red Moon, Planetary Conjunction, Equinox

Astronomers announce a total lunar eclipse turning the moon red on March 3, plus a Venus-Saturn conjunction on March 8 and the vernal equinox on March 20, offering skywatchers a month of cosmic wonders.

Nigeria Smartphone Boom at Risk Over 2026 Shipment Decline

Africa's smartphone market grew 13% in 2025, but shipments are forecast to fall 25% in 2026 due to soaring costs. Nigeria's heavy reliance on entry-level devices makes it vulnerable to price hikes, threatening digital inclusion.

Google's 'Find the Look' Feature Debuts in Nigeria

Google introduces an upgraded Circle to Search with 'Find the Look' in Nigeria, powered by Gemini 3 AI, enabling Android users to search entire outfits and multiple items simultaneously from images.

Pope Bans AI Sermons, Says It Can't Share Faith

Pope Leo XIV has prohibited Catholic priests from using artificial intelligence to write homilies, arguing AI can never truly share faith or speak to God. He emphasized personal connection and real-life experience in ministry.

Samsung Bixby AI Upgrade in One UI 8.5 Beta

Samsung is significantly upgrading Bixby with AI-powered natural language processing and real-time web search capabilities in the One UI 8.5 Beta, marking a strategic shift in its voice assistant development.

UNN Student Invents AI Device to Predict Road Accidents

A 20-year-old University of Nigeria, Nsukka student, Chidiebere Oguejiofor, has developed an AI-powered pre-accident detection system to monitor driver behavior and environmental hazards, aiming to reduce road fatalities in Nigeria.

ARCON Vetting Rules Squeeze Nigerian Businesses and Influencers

Nine months after ARCON tightened advertising vetting rules, businesses and influencers face delays, costs, and uncertainty. While aimed at curbing scams, the policy raises questions about enforcement effectiveness and stifles digital market agility.

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