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Cloudflare has launched Cloudflare Wallets, a programmable payment and identity system built specifically for AI agents on what the company calls the "agentic Internet." Announced on August 4, 2026, the product lets AI agents pay for APIs and content on their own, within spending limits that humans set and control. Right now, you can claim a Cloudflare Wallet handle for your account. The handle gives you a unique username for...

New research has produced a result that upends a piece of common wisdom in cybersecurity. When it comes to cracking passwords protected by the Argon2 algorithm, a single server processor costing about $2,100 outran a rig of eight high-end graphics cards worth more than $40,000. For years, the rule of thumb has been that more GPUs mean faster cracking. Against Argon2, that rule breaks, and understanding why says a...

Nigeria’s digital media ecosystem recorded a 26.2% decline in total readership traffic in 2025, according to the newly released SquirrelPR RANKED 2026 Report, signalling a major shift in how audiences consume news and how influence is measured across the industry. Total traffic across Nigerian digital media platforms fell from over 1.04 billion visits in 2024 to 769 million in 2025, marking one of the most significant structural changes in the...

Quick Highlights Launch: USAT, a planned U.S.-regulated, dollar-backed stablecoin Leadership: Bo Hines appointed future CEO of Tether USA₮ Compliance: Designed to align with the GENIUS Act Technology: Built on Hadron by Tether real-world-asset tokenization Partners: Anchorage Digital (GENIUS Act-compliant issuer) and Cantor Fitzgerald (designated reserve custodian, preferred primary dealer) Scale: Tether’s USDT exceeds $169B market cap and serves nearly 500M users, with daily volumes surpassing leading payments firms Financial Strength: Tether Group earned >$13B in 2024...

inabit, a leading provider of secure cryptocurrency management solutions, has announced its collaboration with Google Cloud to utilize its Confidential Computing platform to provide stronger security for cryptocurrency and digital asset transactions.  The urgency of this collaboration is underscored by recent high-profile security breaches, notably the July 2023 Multichain hack, in which attackers stole over $125 million due to compromised private keys. This incident vividly illustrates the critical importance of...

From April 20 to May 11, 2026, Surfshark will offer an amazing birthday deal to celebrate its 8th anniversary. This limited-time offer includes massive discounts on Surfshark VPN, Adblock, and Antivirus, making it one of the most affordable ways to enhance your online security and privacy. Here’s everything you need to know about this exclusive Surfshark Birthday VPN deal. Surfshark Birthday VPN Deal Highlights 1. Surfshark VPN: $1.78/month + 3 months...

The Federal Government has opened applications for a scheme that lets Nigerians take home a laptop, smartphone or tablet now and pay for it in installments. It is called C.L.I.C.K.D., short for Credit for Laptops, Internet, Connectivity and Knowledge Digital Devices, and the application portal is already live. If you have ever abandoned a remote job application, a data analytics course or a freelance gig because you could not raise...

At Mobile World Congress 2026, a bold pledge was made: put a 4G smartphone in the hands of millions of Africans for just $40. The GSMA and the Handset Affordability Coalition unveiled an initiative that could rewrite the rules of digital access across the continent. The device price barrier? Nearly broken. But there's a catch, one that no hardware discount can fix. The network is the product. And right now, the...

LG Electronics Nigeria is urgently alerting the public of counterfeit LG televisions currently circulating in the market, following disturbing online videos showing unauthorized individuals packaging non-LG TVs in fake LG cartons and labels. The statement highlights the recent surge in counterfeit LG televisions being circulated in Alaba Market and other markets across Nigeria, a story that has already gained significant online attention. LG has also provided a few tips to...

There has been a noticeable shift in the gambling habits of South Africans, with an increasing number of bettors reaching for their cellphones to get their gaming fix.  This trend is far from exclusive to South Africa, with the worldwide accessibility of smartphones and the simplicity of the sign-up process fuelling a surge in online gambling, reducing the demand for traditional land-based establishments.  In SA, there is an increasing appetite for...

The Xiaomi 17 Series refines Xiaomi’s flagship series with faster silicon, longer battery life, smarter software, and bold design twists. The standard Xiaomi 17 doubles down on compact ergonomics without compromising endurance, while the 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max introduce a novel Dynamic Back Display that serves as a selfie viewfinder, widget space, and notification pane. Across the lineup, you’ll find Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, HyperOS 3 (Android...

Novamos has unveiled the N1 Proactive Healthcare Smartwatch, a revolutionary wearable designed to merge medical-grade health insights with elegance. Engineered for those who prioritize wellness, the Novamos N1 transcends traditional fitness tracking by offering a suite of advanced features that cater to both proactive health management and modern lifestyle needs. Total Body Health Monitoring in 60 Seconds At its core, the Novamos N1 functions as a personal health laboratory strapped to...

If you are a young Nigerian trying to fund your education, learn a tech skill, land a job, or raise capital for a business, here is something you may not fully realise: the Federal Government currently runs more youth empowerment programmes than at any point in recent memory. Interest-free student loans, free skills training with monthly stipends, ₦1 million startup grants, digital work platforms, and multi-billion-naira entrepreneurship funds are...

In most of the world, "online marketplace" means Amazon. In Nigeria, it means Jumia, and the gap is not close. According to DHL eCommerce's E-Commerce Trends Report 2026, which also ranks Nigeria 4th in the use of AI in Shopping, Jumia is the most popular online marketplace for both Nigerian shoppers and Nigerian businesses, used by 84% and 83% respectively. That dual dominance makes Nigeria one of a small handful...

At Mobile World Congress 2026, a bold pledge was made: put a 4G smartphone in the hands of millions of Africans for just $40. The GSMA and the Handset Affordability Coalition unveiled an initiative that could rewrite the rules of digital access across the continent. The device price barrier? Nearly broken. But there's a catch, one that no hardware discount can fix. The network is the product. And right now, the...

Cloudflare has launched Cloudflare OS, an open-source artificial intelligence workspace designed to help employees use AI agents, automate repetitive tasks, access authorized company data, and build internal applications from a web browser. Unlike general-purpose AI assistants that know little about an organization’s internal processes, Cloudflare OS is designed around the terminology, systems, policies and working methods of the company deploying it. The platform allows organizations to provide employees with AI...

Cloudflare has launched Cloudflare Wallets, a programmable payment and identity system built specifically for AI agents on what the company calls the "agentic Internet." Announced on August 4, 2026, the product lets AI agents pay for APIs and content on their own, within spending limits that humans set and control. Right now, you can claim a Cloudflare Wallet handle for your account. The handle gives you a unique username for...

Netchex has launched Mesh, a team of six AI HR "teammates" built to handle payroll, compliance, scheduling, and everyday HR work before anyone has to ask. Announced on July 20, 2026, from the company's Covington, Louisiana, headquarters, Mesh is aimed squarely at the deskless workforce in restaurants, hotels, dealerships, and healthcare practices where most staff never sit in front of a computer. It is a pointed move in a market...

PayPal today announced a landmark $100 million commitment to fuel innovation, support entrepreneurs, and drive inclusive economic growth across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), one of the world’s fastest-growing digital commerce regions. The multi-year program is designed to expand access to the digital economy for millions of consumers and businesses, from small merchants to large enterprises. “The Middle East and Africa are home to some of the most dynamic...

Afrilearn, Nigeria's favourite learning app, has set the educational landscape excited with the launch of its revolutionary learn-and-earn app. This innovative tool has sparked widespread jubilation among Nigerian students, making learning not just accessible but also incredibly engaging and rewarding. In a nation where quality education is a persistent challenge, Afrilearn stands out by aligning with the national curriculum to offer the most comprehensive suite of educational resources. These include...

Digital transformation is crucial to the survival of any business today. And to truly capitalise on digital investments, organisations need to track the tools they are spending money on and understand how those tools are being used. This is known as digital supply chain (DSC) management, and it’s become the cornerstone of digital transformation, says Marilyn Moodley, Country Leader for South Africa and WECA (West, East, Central Africa) at digital...

Cloudflare has launched Cloudflare OS, an open-source artificial intelligence workspace designed to help employees use AI agents, automate repetitive tasks, access authorized company data, and build internal applications from a web browser. Unlike general-purpose AI assistants that know little about an organization’s internal processes, Cloudflare OS is designed around the terminology, systems, policies and working methods of the company deploying it. The platform allows organizations to provide employees with AI...

Netchex has launched Mesh, a team of six AI HR "teammates" built to handle payroll, compliance, scheduling, and everyday HR work before anyone has to ask. Announced on July 20, 2026, from the company's Covington, Louisiana, headquarters, Mesh is aimed squarely at the deskless workforce in restaurants, hotels, dealerships, and healthcare practices where most staff never sit in front of a computer. It is a pointed move in a market...

Nigeria has become one of the world's busiest remote-hiring markets. Every day, engineers in Lagos, designers in Abuja and support agents in Port Harcourt are hired by companies in the US, UK and Europe they will never visit in person. That borderless opportunity is reshaping careers and pulling in foreign currency, but it also exposes a gap almost nobody plans for: when you hire someone you have never met, how...