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Breaking news and analysis on technology, startups, AI, telecoms, policy, and innovation shaping Africa and the global digital economy.
Inside the Block: How Geo-Fencing Keeps Nigerians Out of Kemi Badenoch’s Facebook Page (WIRED.Africa Investigation)
A Wired.Africa investigation finds that the British politician’s Facebook page appears to use location-based restrictions that prevent users connecting from Nigeria from accessing its content.
Space Mirror Satellite: Reflect Orbital Wants to Beam Sunlight Down From Space. Scientists Say Slow Down
A US startup will test a space mirror satellite that reflects sunlight onto Earth at night. See what the FCC approved and why experts object.
WhatsApp Will Charge ₦14 Per Message in Nigeria: What the 2026 Pricing Overhaul Means for SMEs
WhatsApp will charge Nigerian businesses about ₦14 per message from October 2026. Here's what the new WhatsApp Business API rate means for SMEs.
Twitter Relaunched as Twitter.now To Rival X: See Why Musk Wants It Silenced
Three years after Elon Musk retired the Twitter brand, a startup run by two trademark lawyers has relaunched it — bird logo, "tweet" button and all. X Corp. is suing to stop them. A Delaware judge has hinted they might actually win.
How to Set Up Starlink Device in Nigeria by Yourself: A Complete Beginner’s Guide
Learn how to set up Starlink in Nigeria by yourself with this beginner-friendly guide covering installation, activation, Wi-Fi setup, positioning, troubleshooting and more.
Why India Paused WhatsApp Usernames—and Why Nigeria Should Pay Close Attention (WIRED Analysis)
A technical analysis of Meta’s newest identity feature-Whatsapp usernames, the cybersecurity risks it presents, and what Nigeria can…
X Monetization Just Changed: Why Thousands of Accounts Were Removed and What Nigeria’s New Rules Mean for Creators
X has tightened its monetization program by removing nearly 4,000 creator accounts and introducing stricter enforcement. Here's what the new rules mean for Nigerian creators.
How to Start a Fintech Company in Nigeria: The Ultimate 2026 Step-by-Step Guide
Discover how to start a fintech company in Nigeria with this in-depth guide covering business registration, licensing, compliance, funding, technology, marketing, and scaling. Whether you're building a payment platform, lending app, digital wallet, or investment solution, this resource walks you through every stage of launching a successful fintech startup.
Best AI Tools for Students in Nigeria (2026 Guide): The Ultimate List to Study Smarter, Save Time, and Get Better Grades
Discover the best AI tools for students in Nigeria, including ChatGPT, Perplexity AI, NotebookLM, Gemini, Grammarly, and Claude. Learn how these tools can help with assignments, research, exam preparation, project writing, and productivity.
Meta Smart Glasses Users Question Missing Livestreaming Feature
Meta's shift toward AI has some Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses users wondering what happened to the livestreaming feature promoted at launch.