On Friday night, while some were asleep, the United States’ 45th and soon-to-be 47th president, Donald Trump, announced and launched his meme coin, $TRUMP. A meme coin is a digital asset typically based on internet memes, popular animals, human figures, or pop culture phenomena. Their transactional value hinges heavily on virality and social media presence […]
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For an average Nigerian with limited knowledge about influential diasporans, Adebayo Ogunlesi became known in 2020 thanks to Burna Boy’s ode to his work ethic in “Wonderful,” a standout track from the Grammy-winning album Twice As Tall. However, to those familiar with Ogunlesi’s legacy, he has spent over two decades as a trailblazing African figure […]
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It’s another December, and for the ninth consecutive year, Spotify users worldwide are deep in conversations fueled by the wrap of songs and artists they obsessively listened to all year. Undoubtedly, Spotify Wrapped has become one of the most anticipated campaigns in the global music industry, thanks to its interactive, shareable nature that has cemented […]
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Regardless of the region or industry, a power shift in the United States commands global attention, with the ripple effects of a new or returning administration’s policies expected to be felt worldwide. Donald Trump’s comeback victory as America’s 47th president on Tuesday, November 5, was no exception. Major industries, including the cryptocurrency market, are already […]
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has long been embedded in how modern search engines operate. From predicting your search query to delivering relevant results and suggesting related topics to explore, AI is central to this efficient — and largely effective — functionality. The ability of AI-driven systems to learn and improve without constant human oversight has […]
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Earlier in October, the ongoing feud between Afrobeats superstars Wizkid and Davido took a dramatic turn as Wizkid made a series of shocking revelations, disses, and accusations on X (formerly Twitter), targeting his colleague. Wizkid’s comments set social media abuzz, and although Davido didn’t reply, netizens haven’t stopped weighing in on the rift between […]
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Like many other Gen-Zs, I grew up at a time when Nigeria’s traditional print newspapers were slowly losing ground to more convenient and accessible digital alternatives. These prints, which date back to the 1800s, were a major means for Nigeria to document, expose, debate, and educate the public on everything from politics and governance to […]
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Slack has become a go-to platform for modern workplace communication, especially for companies operating remotely or in hybrid settings. Beyond its efficient and organised approach to communication, Slack has also proven to be a great tool for team collaboration. However, while most of us are familiar with its basic features — channels, direct messaging, […]
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Apple’s iPhone 16 series officially went on sale globally on September 20, sparking a wave of upgrades both within and outside Africa. The launch prices from Apple range from $799 for the iPhone 16 to $1,199 for the 16 Pro Max. When converted to Nigeria’s currency, that’s approximately ₦1.3 million and ₦1.94 million, respectively. […]
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Beyond the allure and seemingly limitless capabilities of your smartphone lies a crude backstory involving dependence on Earth’s minerals. What goes into the making of your phone is way more than the behind-the-scenes videos you see from the sleek production plants in China. In fact, an average smartphone contains 75 out of the 118 elements […]
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On Saturday, August 24, an unusual event unfolded in the tech world: Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, was arrested by French police at Le Bourget Airport 11km from Paris, marking what seems to be a first of its kind for a leader of a major digital platform. The BCC reported that Durov […]
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It’s late, and after a long and productive day that marks the beginning of your planned two-week digital detox — completely unplugging from your devices and the online world — you’re finally ready to unwind with a paperback in the comfort of your bed. You’ve read the advice about keeping screens at bay during this […]
