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Verifying Online Phone Retailers: A Practical Guide for Nigerian Shoppers
Learn how to spot authentic online phone stores in Nigeria and avoid scams by following this expert checklist on evaluating sellers, warranty terms, and pricing.
US Government Rescinds Export Restrictions on Anthropic’s Top AI Models
The US Department of Commerce has reversed its decision to restrict exports of Anthropic's flagship AI models, Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5, following a brief suspension over security concerns.
Nigerian Government Offers Incentives to Boost Local Smartphone Manufacturing
The Nigerian government is offering tax waivers and special incentives to phone manufacturers who commit to building production plants in Nigeria by November to improve device affordability.
WhatsApp Shifts Away from Phone Numbers with New Username Feature
WhatsApp is launching a username reservation system to improve privacy, allowing users to communicate without sharing their personal phone numbers.
WhatsApp Introduces Phone Number-Free Messaging to Enhance Privacy
WhatsApp is rolling out a new privacy feature allowing users to communicate via unique usernames instead of phone numbers to better protect their personal information.
WhatsApp to Introduce Usernames for Improved Privacy
Meta is introducing unique usernames to WhatsApp, allowing users to communicate without sharing their phone numbers for better privacy protection.
WhatsApp to Introduce Usernames for Private Messaging
WhatsApp is rolling out a new username feature, enabling users to message others without sharing their phone numbers, though experts warn the app remains a heavy data collector.
Kiekie Appointed as Chief Wahala Officer for inDrive
inDrive has selected media personality Kiekie as its Chief Wahala Officer to highlight and address the daily transportation challenges faced by commuters in Lagos.
OPay Enhances User Security with New Emergency Lock and Safety PIN Features
OPay has introduced Emergency Lock and Safety PIN features to help Nigerian users protect their funds from theft, coercion, and unauthorized access through proactive account freezing.
South Korea Announces $1 Trillion Strategy for AI and Semiconductor Expansion
South Korea plans a $1 trillion investment to boost its AI and chip manufacturing sectors while decentralizing industrial hubs outside of Seoul.