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Meta Removes 63,000 Instagram Accounts in Nigeria for Sextortion Scams Targeting U.S. Adults

Meta Platforms (META.O) announced on Wednesday that it had removed approximately 63,000 Instagram accounts in…

Regulation and Policy

The Google Pixel Watch 3 offers up to 24 hours of battery life with the always-on display or 36 hours in Battery Saver mode, plus fast charging and Fitbit features.

Commercial technology

Is the google Pixel Watch 3’s Battery Life Better Than Its Predecessors

The Google Pixel Watch 3 is designed to provide reliable battery life, lasting up to 24 hours on a…

Canada

Dec 19, 2024

Apple iOS 19, Major Features Leaked: What We Know So Far

Apple recently launched the iOS 18 update for iPhones, but work has already started on…

Tech News iOS

Fuel Queues in Nigeria Lengthen Amid NNPC Supply Issues

Fuel queues stretched across major Nigerian cities on Monday as the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation…

Automotive Industry

The Google Pixel Watch 3 offers up to 24 hours of battery life with the always-on display or 36 hours in Battery Saver mode, plus fast charging and Fitbit features.

Commercial technology

Is the google Pixel Watch 3’s Battery Life Better Than Its Predecessors

The Google Pixel Watch 3 is designed to provide reliable battery life, lasting up to 24…

Canada

Terrahaptix achieves $2M revenue in its first year, expanding to South Africa with cost-effective drones for mining, solidifying its dominance in Africa.

Automotive Industry

Nigerian drone company Terrahaptix achieves $2M revenue in its first year, expanding to South Africa

Nigerian drone manufacturer Terrahaptix is set to begin exporting drones to South Africa to support mining…

Nigeria

Thika Cloth Mills boosts Kenya's cotton industry by raising prices, reviving ginneries, and supporting farmers with seeds, inputs, and stable markets.

Business and Industry

Thika Cloth Mills Boosts Kenya’s Cotton Industry

Thika Cloth Mills is taking significant steps to revitalize Kenya’s cotton farming through the Buy…

Kenya

Eskom warns "zero buyers" to convert prepaid meters to KRN2 by 13 Dec 2024 or face disconnection, steep fines, and tamper fees to curb illegal electricity use

Energy and Commodities

This is What will happen to those who breach Eskom meter upgrade deadline

Eskom has introduced a new deadline for customers with outdated prepaid electricity meters to switch…

South Africa

Discover 5 standout Android features like Quick Share, Split Screen, and Multi-User Support that outshine iOS, making Android a top choice for switchers!

Tech News iOS

5 Android Features That Might Convince You to Switch from iOS

People often switch between Android and iOS for various reasons. Some might feel the need…

Worldwide

OpenAI's shift to a for-profit model and potential AGI access for Microsoft could revolutionize AI, boosting Microsoft's products and investment returns.

Commercial technology

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Shares Game-Changing News for Microsoft Investors.

Key Highlights:

  • OpenAI CEO hints at rapid progress toward artificial general intelligence (AGI).

  • Microsoft may…

United States

Northern Senators debated Tax Reform Bills aimed at easing tax burdens, boosting local revenue, and exempting essentials like food and small businesses from VAT

Banking and Finance

Northern Senators debated Tax Reform Bills aimed at easing tax burdens, boosting local revenue

Northern Senators held a two-hour closed-door meeting on Thursday after the Senate passed the controversial…

Nigeria

Joburg Water considers Level 2 restrictions as demand surpasses supply. Efforts include cutting illegal connections and targeting water loss in hijacked buildings.

Energy and Commodities

Joburg Water considers Level 2 restrictions as demand surpasses supply

Joburg Water is considering Level 2 water restrictions due to high demand for water, which…

South Africa

OpenAI's ChatGPT now offers free internet search for real-time, ad-free answers with source citations, challenging Google's dominance in the search market.

Technology and Innovation

OpenAI's ChatGPT, challenges Google's dominance, offers free internet search in real-time

OpenAI has launched its ChatGPT-powered internet search feature for all users, expanding access that was…

United States

Apple is reportedly developing foldable iPhone and iPad models, aiming for a seamless screen experience. Launch expected in 2026, per WSJ and Bloomberg reports.

Tech News iOS

Apple is reportedly developing foldable iPhone and iPad models

Apple is reportedly working on foldable iPhone and iPad models, marking a potential leap forward…

United States

Samsung Galaxy Z

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, Watch 7, Watch Ultra, Buds 3, and Buds 3 Pro Debut at Unpacked Event

Samsung unveiled its latest gadgets during the annual Unpacked event. The highlights were the new…

Eskom earns major ratings upgrades from S&P Global, thanks to improved finances, R254bn debt relief, and over 200 days without load shedding.

Commercial technology

Eskom earns major ratings upgrades from S&P Global

S&P Global has upgraded Eskom’s credit ratings, reflecting better performance by the state-owned company. The…

South Africa

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