Microsoft has announced the seizure of nearly 340 websites linked to a Nigerian-based phishing subscription service known as Raccoon0365, which is accused of stealing thousands of user credentials. The action followed a US district court order in Manhattan, granting Microsoft authority to take control of domains associated with the network. The company said the operation…
Apple has launched its highly anticipated iPhone 17 series, featuring a slimmer build, sharper cameras, and stronger battery performance. The new devices will begin shipping globally later this month. The lineup consists of four models: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Prices are expected to start at around…
The Federal Government has announced the shutdown of more than 13 million social media accounts across different platforms for violating the Code of Practice 2024. According to the authorities, a total of 13,597,057 accounts were removed from platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and X due to offensive content and breaches of guidelines. The disclosure was…
Meta has introduced a new artificial intelligence-powered translation tool designed to help content creators reach wider audiences across Facebook and Instagram. The company announced the rollout on Tuesday, confirming that the tool automatically dubs and lip-syncs video Reels into another language. According to Meta, the system not only translates words but also mimics the creator’s…
China is preparing to introduce the world’s first humanoid robot designed to achieve pregnancy using an artificial womb, officials confirmed. The project, developed by Kaiwa Technology in Guangzhou, is expected to be launched in 2026, marking a major step in reproductive science. Speaking at the World Robot Conference in Beijing, project lead Dr Zhang Qifeng…
Eastman Kodak, the 133-year-old photography pioneer, has warned that it may not be able to continue operations due to mounting financial pressures. In its latest earnings report released on Monday, the company admitted it lacks “committed financing or available liquidity” to cover around $500 million in upcoming debt repayments. The statement said this shortfall “raises…
Telecommunications operators MTN Nigeria and Airtel Nigeria have reported record-breaking revenues from data services, as mobile internet usage continues to rise across the country. Both companies’ latest financial results reveal that data now constitutes a significant proportion of their total earnings, with double-digit growth in data revenue for the second quarter of 2025. MTN Nigeria…
With the rise of social media and digital content creation, Nigerian smartphone users increasingly prioritise camera quality when purchasing Android phones. This focus on high-resolution photography, optical image stabilisation, and strong low-light performance has shaped consumer preferences in the mid-range market. Smartphones, being more affordable and portable than traditional cameras, have become the go-to tools…
Nigerians across the country, particularly in the northern region, have decried the recent hike in telecom tariffs, accusing the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, and service providers of worsening their economic struggles. The NCC had earlier in January approved a 50 percent increase in telecom tariffs, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from mobile users,…
Meta Platforms Inc. has announced it may shut down Facebook and Instagram operations in Nigeria following mounting pressure from regulatory fines and what it describes as “unrealistic” data and advertising laws in the country. The social media giant, which also owns WhatsApp, revealed the threat on Thursday after losing a legal bid at the Abuja…
