Norway to Temporarily Ban Power-Intensive Crypto Mining to Conserve Energy
Norway’s government is set to implement a temporary ban on new cryptocurrency mining operations that rely on high power-consuming technologies, with the goal of conserving electricity for more economically impactful industries.
Yum China Launches AI Assistant ‘Q-Smart’ to Boost Restaurant Efficiency
Yum China Holdings has launched a new AI-powered hands-free assistant tool called Q-Smart across select KFC locations in China as part of a strategic move to improve operational efficiency and streamline restaurant management.
5 Android Phones with a 10,000 mAh Battery for Long-Lasting Power in 2025
One of the biggest pain points for smartphone users—especially in countries like Nigeria, where unreliable electricity supply is a common challenge—is poor battery life. Whether you’re working outdoors, travelling long distances, or gaming on the go, you need a phone that can stay powered for days without constant recharging.
Nvidia and Foxconn to Deploy Humanoid Robots at New AI Server Factory in Houston
Nvidia, the U.S.-based leader in AI chips, and Foxconn, the Taiwanese electronics manufacturing giant, are reportedly in advanced talks to deploy humanoid robots at a new Foxconn-run factory in Houston, Texas, set to produce Nvidia’s next-generation GB300 AI servers.
Nigerian Society of Engineers Launches App to Curb Engineering Quackery and Promote Professional Standards
The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) has officially launched the “NSE Members App,” a new mobile platform designed to combat the growing issue of engineering quackery in Nigeria and streamline operations among registered professionals.
Nigeria Leads Global Stablecoin Adoption in 2025, Ranks Second in Overall Digital Asset Usage
Nigeria has been ranked the world’s leading country for stablecoin adoption and second in overall digital asset usage, according to the 2025 Report on the State of Digital Assets Regulation in Africa, published by Yellow Card, Africa’s leading licensed stablecoin payments orchestrator.
UNDP and China Launch Africa Digital Empowerment & Innovation Hub to Accelerate Inclusive Development
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT), has officially launched the Africa Digital Empowerment & Innovation Hub. This groundbreaking initiative is aimed at accelerating Africa’s digital transformation and fostering inclusive, sustainable development across the continent.
Nigerian Fintech Hizo Raises $100,000 in Friends & Family Round to Enhance Intra-Africa Transactions
Hizo, a rising Nigerian fintech startup, has announced the successful close of a $100,000 Friends & Family funding round completed on June 4, 2025.
Top 10 Fastest Smartphones of 2025: Ultimate Speed and Performance Rankings
Smartphones in 2025 are blazing fast—more powerful than many laptops from just a few years ago. With the latest chipsets like Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, Apple A18, and Dimensity 9400, these devices are designed to deliver next-level performance for gaming, productivity, and AI.
Kenyan Startup Chpter Expands to 11 African Countries Through Flutterwave Partnership, Embraces AI-First Strategy
Chpter, a Kenyan startup building software infrastructure for social commerce in Africa, has announced its expansion into 11 new African markets through a strategic partnership with fintech giant Flutterwave
