SoftTalk Messenger Launches Monetisation for African Content Creators
Nigerian-owned SoftTalk Messenger has unveiled a monetisation programme empowering African creators to earn from engagement and community building while maintaining user privacy and security.
Nigeria’s Telecom Subscribers Hit 173 Million as Broadband Penetration Reaches Record 49.3% – NCC
Nigeria’s telecom sector continues its steady growth as active subscribers reach 173.54 million in September 2025. Broadband penetration hits 49.34%, driven by expanding 4G and 5G networks and new fibre projects under the National Broadband Plan.
Starlink Signs Landmark Global Direct-to-Cell Deal with Veon, Expanding Access to 150 Million User
SpaceX’s Starlink has signed its largest-ever direct-to-cell partnership with telecom giant Veon, bringing satellite-to-phone connectivity to over 150 million users across Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Uzbekistan.
Samsung and NVIDIA Partner to Build World’s First AI Factory, Pioneering the Future of Intelligent Chip Manufacturing
Samsung and NVIDIA have joined forces to create the world’s first AI factory, combining advanced chip manufacturing with intelligent computing powered by NVIDIA GPUs — marking a new era in autonomous semiconductor production and digital transformation.
Nigerian Box Office Hits ₦573 Million in October, Driven by “Gingerrr” and Strong Nollywood Lineup
The Nigerian box office earned ₦573 million in October 2025, one of its strongest months this year, led by Yemi Morafa’s Gingerrr and a lineup of high-performing Nollywood and international titles.
Spotify Reports 11% Surge in Monthly Active Users, Hits 713 Million in Q3 2025
Spotify’s Q3 2025 report shows 11% year-on-year growth in monthly active users, reaching 713 million. Revenue climbed to €4.27 billion as CEO Daniel Ek prepares to step down in 2026.
LG Electronics and Flex Partner to Develop Advanced Cooling Solutions for AI Data Centres
LG Electronics partners with Flex to co-develop advanced modular cooling solutions for AI-powered data centres, combining air and liquid cooling technologies to boost efficiency, scalability, and sustainability worldwide.
MTN Nigeria and Ericsson Deploy Energy-Efficient Triple-Band Radio to Support 5G Evolution
MTN Nigeria and Ericsson deploy the energy-efficient AIR 3284 triple-band radio to enhance 4G capacity and prepare for 5G rollout. The new system boosts speed, cuts power use, and optimizes network performance in real time.
OpenAI and AWS Announce $38 Billion Strategic Partnership to Power Next-Gen AI with NVIDIA GPU Infrastructure
OpenAI and AWS announce a $38 billion partnership to power next-gen AI with NVIDIA GPU infrastructure. The deal scales ChatGPT and future AI workloads using AWS’s secure, high-performance compute clusters.
MTN’s Fintech Arm Now Generates ₦43 Billion Quarterly as Digital Finance Becomes Its New Growth Engine
MTN Nigeria’s FinTech division is now generating ₦43 billion in revenue per quarter, solidifying its role as a major growth driver and positioning MTN as both a telecom and financial powerhouse.
