About eight months after pointing accusatory fingers at Apple for the illegal mining and exploitation of its raw materials and contribution to unrest in its region, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has officially filed criminal complaints against the tech giant. Recall that The Grid had earlier in September explored the nuances of how […]
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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Nigerians’ interaction with social media could see significant changes as the Senate progresses with a bill mandating social media platforms and data controllers operating in Nigeria to establish a physical presence within the country. The legislative proposal, titled “A Bill for an Act to Alter the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023,” seeks to amend […]
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A good product often serves as a blueprint for competitors, and Twitter (now X) has embodied that for a long time. Elon Musk’s takeover over two years ago particularly amplified the demand for a competitor to crack Twitter’s code, as many feel that the billionaire’s reign is doing more to repel than retain and attract […]
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Snapchat is reinforcing its commitment to safety regulations with the imminent addition of enhanced location-sharing features to its parental controls hub, Family Centre. Through Snap Map, family and friends have previously been sharing real-time locations while out and about for some months now. However, the new feature will make the process easier for parents […]
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If you’ve consistently sought video reviews before buying new gadgets or upgrading over the past seven years, odds are your search engine or social media algorithms have directed you to Fisayo Fosudo’s videos on multiple occasions. The relatable, often comparative, and high-quality creative visuals, delivered with no delay (or “FodaAdu,” as he calls it in […]
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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Google’s mission to make the world’s information universally accessible and effective has become more inclusive with the addition of 15 new African languages across its platforms: Voice Search, Gboard’s talk-to-type, and Google Translate dictation. The tech giant confirmed that Gboard and Voice Search now support 12 new languages, increasing the total to 25. Additionally, […]
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If you’ve noticed that some of your Instagram videos appear blurry while others look crisp, it’s not your phone — it’s Instagram. The platform ensures that videos with high view counts are shown in better quality, while less popular ones are downgraded to lower resolution. It’s quite unclear when the practice started, but Meta […]
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stands out quite like Peller at the moment. Born Habeeb Hamzat in May 2005, the 19-year-old has swiftly become Nigeria’s foremost online streamer. His journey to the top was inspired by globally renowned streamers like Kai Cenat, Fanum, and IShowSpeed, all of whom dominate the TikTok space with their unique styles. With his primary […]
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For all the times sharing your Instagram handle feels like more of a hassle than it should, Instagram has introduced a new feature: the Profile Card, designed to simplify sharing your account. The Profile Card is two-sided and shareable. One side displays your Instagram handle (@username) along with a QR code, while the other […]
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