Category: Science/Technology

Meta completes 2Africa, the longest subsea cable o...

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss Meta's completion of Africa's longest subsea cable, how this startup is changing how Nigerians cel...

On a mission to build Africa’s biggest gifting mar...

Eazi Gifting began as Ademola Koledoye’s attempt to keep workplace warmth alive during remote work. Five years and multiple iterat...

Hackers turn “I’m not a robot” captchas into cyber...

Russian hackers use fake “I’m not a robot” tests to spread malware. Learn how to spot these traps and protect your data today....

Court rules license plate reader images are public...

Washington judge rules that Flock license plate reader images count as public records, raising new questions about data retention ...

[Ep. 6] CyberGuy answers top data security questio...

CyberGuy tackles top listener questions on charging phones safely, spoofing scams, and spam filters. Plus, a fun game to boot.

This 'must buy' console is the perfect stocking st...

The Super Pocket is heavily discounted for Black Friday and the perfect impulse buy.

Google launches Nano Banana Pro, a massive leap in...

Built on Gemini 3 Pro, Nano Banana Pro uses Gemini’s state-of-the-art reasoning and real-world knowledge to visualize information ...

Black Friday Apple Watch deals are live – shop rec...

Don't wait until Black Friday: You can save right now on the Apple Watch SE 3, Series 11, Ultra 2 and more. These Garmin watch de...

How to watch 7Plus from anywhere – get the Ashes 2...

How to watch 7Plus from anywhere with a VPN – live stream 7Plus overseas with out quick and easy guide.

Nintendo Black Friday deals are here – these are t...

If you've recently picked up the latest Nintendo Switch 2, you might be in need of a microSD Express card for that extra bit of st...

Nvidia reports strong quarterly earnings, topping ...

The chipmaker's record growth will allay investor concerns about an artificial intelligence bubble, analysts say.

Target says it's working with ChatGPT for AI-assis...

Target's move, which follows a similar deal between Walmart and OpenAI, comes as the retailer is struggling with declining sales.

Amazon issuing Prime refunds after $2.5B settlemen...

After FTC settlement, eligible Amazon Prime customers will automatically receive refunds between Nov. 12 and Dec. 24.

Here are 7 habits that compromise your personal an...

Data safety has become one of the habits people overlook. This explains the continuous rise of cyberattacks and…

FairMoney unveils FlexiCredit, a new credit line g...

FairMoney, one of Nigeria’s leading microfinance banks, has introduced FlexiCredit, a premium credit line that gives eligible user...

TikTok removed 41,000 videos daily in Nigeria in H...

In the first six months of 2025, TikTok took down 7,464,081 videos in Nigeria for violating its community…

“It is affecting our performance”, drivers complai...

Last September, Lagride introduced 100 fully electric vehicles (EVs) into the market. According to the company, the innovative…

Donald Trump to sue American states that attempt t...

The White House is drafting an executive order directing the Justice Department to challenge state AI regulations, according…

Canon 12x36 IS III binocular review

The ideal binocular for birdwatching — the Canon 12x36 IS III binoculars are a dream.

Viking Age woman found buried with scallop shells ...

A ninth-century grave discovered in Norway held the remains of a Viking Age woman whose mouth was covered with two large scallop s...

'3I/ATLAS is a comet': NASA finally releases new 3...

NASA's highly anticipated comet 3I/ATLAS images have been released, with a space agency official shooting down alien rumors and st...

Comet 3I/ATLAS gallery: See NASA's long-awaited im...

NASA's treasure trove of new comet 3I/ATLAS images provides hotly anticipated views of the interstellar visitor, including from Ma...

Scientists put moss on the outside of the Internat...

A species of moss survived for 9 months on the outside of the International Space Station, new research reveals — and 80% of the s...

Manage Android apps with the new 'Uninstall' butto...

Android users can now manage apps across multiple devices more easily with Google Play Store's updated remote uninstall button in ...

Perseverance rover spots mysterious 'visitor from ...

NASA's Perseverance rover discovers shiny metallic rock on Mars that could be a meteorite from an ancient asteroid, containing hig...

Nvidia revolutionizes hospitals with AI robots and...

Nvidia has partnered with healthcare companies to deploy AI tools that assist surgeons, analyze medical scans and automate paperwo...

Musk predicts 'money will stop being relevant in t...

Elon Musk predicts money could become irrelevant as AI and robotics advance, speaking alongside Jensen Huang at the U.S.-Saudi inv...

Nigeria’s AI bill puts control first, but at what ...

Will Nigeria's AI Bill, arriving at a pivotal moment in the country's technological landscape, empower local builders or create th...

As loan defaults rise, Zeeh relaunches Direct Debi...

Zeeh launched a beta version of the product in February, onboarding 20 businesses, including digital lenders, school-financing pla...

Standard Bank pioneers direct China payments for A...

Cutting out the dollar middleman means faster, simpler, and potentially cheaper cross-border deals with Africa’s biggest trading p...

Loan apps with the best interest rates for Nigeria...

You were probably short on cash, payday is still some days or a week away, and you were beating yourself up for the jollof rice an...

Which savings app offers the best interest rates i...

But beyond interest, each savings has its own features and limitations, depending on your goals and lifestyle. Here are the Nigeri...

Ingrid Best Went From Jay-Z’s D’USSÉ To Founder Of...

This Black-woman-owned wine brand is expanding its reach while delivering a more personalized customer experience.

President Donald Trump Says $2,000 Tariff Dividend...

Americans may have to wait until next year to learn whether a proposed $2,000 tariff-funded dividend check becomes a reality, acco...

Michael Jordan Gives $10M To North Carolina Medica...

Michael Jordan is giving back to his hometown with a generous and meaningful donation.

Grammy Nominations 2026 Album Of The Year: Will Le...

As the 2026 Grammys approach, singer, songwriter, and producer Leon Thomas is among the nominees for Album of the Year for “MUTT,”...

Pro Football Hall Of Famer Jerry Rice And Wife, La...

Jerry Rice has wiped out thousands in student lunch debt.

After SEC investigation, Curastory founder resigns...

Curastory’s founder and CEO, Tiffany Kelly, has resigned from the role and replaced herself with Dave Dickman, former CEO of the i...

Gemini starts rolling out to Android Auto globally

Gemini will replace Google Assistant and give drivers the ability to make playlists, access email, and learn about a city — all th...

The best guide to spotting AI writing comes from W...

Wikipedia's guide to “Signs of AI writing” is a great resource for learning to spot LLM-generated prose.

Blue Origin reveals a super-heavy variant of its N...

The nine-engine variant can carry larger payloads and more closely matches the capabilities of SpaceX's largest rocket, Starship.

Letterboxd to launch new movie rental feature in D...

Letterboxd is entering the movie rental business with a new digital video store that allows users to rent titles directly on the p...

Sisterhood of the Best Travel Pants: Best Travel T...

Travel pants that are tough enough to handle hangry moods and unplanned delays.

The Best N95, KF94, and KN95 Face Masks (2025)

Flu season is here. Here are the best disposable face coverings we’ve tested—and where you can find them.

The Best Google Pixel Phones of 2025, Tested and R...

Here’s a guide to all the models—plus Pixel case recommendations and smart software tricks to try.

The 6 Best Automatic Litter Boxes (2025) Our Cats ...

With these high-tech automatic litter boxes, gone are the days of scooping and smells. Welcome to the future.

Swatch's New OpenAI-Powered Tool Lets You Design Y...

The new AI-DADA tool lets you create a unique Swatch design using AI prompts. You can't make a custom MoonSwatch yet—but it's not ...

The “Sober” RFK Jr. Has Allegedly Been Smoking DMT...

"DMT is illegal." The post The “Sober” RFK Jr. Has Allegedly Been Smoking DMT  appeared first on Futurism.

Sony's fantastic WH-1000XM6 headphones just got th...

Get £50 off Sony's range-topping noise-cancelling over-ear headphones

Early Black Friday sale: Samsung’s flagship 2TB 99...

The 2TB Samsung 990 Pro SSD delivers read speeds up to 7,450MB/s, and it’s available for just £121

My favorite game of 2025 is half off at Target tha...

Flip 7 is the best game I've played this year, it's fun for the whole family, and target will sell it to you for 50%-off.

Netflix hasn’t confirmed Virgin River season 7's r...

We knew Virgin River season 7 would be getting a 2026 release, but we shouldn't be surprised by the release window leak.

CIOs are being lumped with AI responsibilities - a...

While CIOs are OK with taking on AI responsibilities, they lack sufficient support, particularly when it comes to security.

Why Samuel Ogunkoya built a writing tool for peopl...

Samuel Ogunkoya couldn't get his essays published at 15. As a physiotherapist-turned-founder, he built Inkriv, an AI tool that hel...

Credit risk automation platform Kaaj raises $3.8M ...

Kaaj announced on Wednesday a $3.8 million seed round from Kindred Ventures and Better Tomorrow Ventures.  

Thrustmaster ESWAP X2 H.E. Controller Review

Harder, better, faster, modular. This truly amazing pro-tier controller can be finessed to do just about anything. But it will cos...

Google’s Sundar Pichai warns of AI spending ‘irrat...

Google boss Sundar Pichai admitted that he sees some “irrationality” driving the artificial intelligence boom – and warned that “n...

Apple CEO Tim Cook could exit as early as next yea...

Board members and senior executives have accelerated preparations in recent months as Cook, who turned 65 this month, weighs the e...

Meta beats FTC antitrust case that sought breakup ...

Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta dodged a forced selloff of Instagram and WhatsApp after beating the Federal Trade Commission’s landmark ant...

Google Pulls Down AI Chatbot After It Accuses Sena...

"It is an act of defamation produced and distributed by a Google-owned AI model." The post Google Pulls Down AI Chatbot After It A...

Town’s Huge Christmas Mural Was Generated Using AI...

"Scenes of Lovecraftian horror." The post Town’s Huge Christmas Mural Was Generated Using AI, Resulting in Ghastly Chthonic Horror...

Passenger Alarmed When Tesla Robotaxi “Safety” Dri...

"The beeping is what woke him back up." The post Passenger Alarmed When Tesla Robotaxi “Safety” Driver Falls Completely Asleep at ...

Astronomers Witness the Moment a Fatal Shockwave B...

A stellar snuff film. The post Astronomers Witness the Moment a Fatal Shockwave Bursts Through the Surface of a Star appeared firs...

Astronomer Explores Possibility of Launching Bad P...

Easy, right? The post Astronomer Explores Possibility of Launching Bad People Into Sun appeared first on Futurism.

This 17-year old Nigerian wants to take on ChatGPT...

With a team of six undergraduates and ₦2.7 million, 17-year-old Okechuckwu Nwaozor, wants to take on OpenAI by building his own LL...

African angel investors chart path for the future ...

Over 100 angel investors convened in Lagos to drive Africa’s early-stage funding future, urging stronger local participation, poli...

Schneider Electric Calls for Scalable, AI-Ready Da...

AI is driving one of the most significant shifts the...

Competition Commission backs Bank Zero takeover in...

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss how the Competition Commission supports Bank Zero's takeover, a 17-year-old taking on OpenAI, and ...

itel Partners with TS Academy to Provide Learning ...

itel partners with TS Academy to give learning devices to...

TECNO SPARK Slim Breaks Boundaries With Slim Desig...

TECNO SPARK Slim Breaks Boundaries With Slim Design and Massive Performance AI-driven innovative technology brand TECNO today offi...

Product Management = Policy + Business + Tech

Product Management = Policy + Business + Tech Most product managers live inside a familiar Venn diagram. Business viability. Techn...

TECNO Expands Its Innovation Lineup with the All-N...

TECNO Expands Its Innovation Lineup with the All-New MegapadTablet The Megapad has officially launched in Nigeria, setting a new s...

400% Subscription Growth During COVID-19: The Tech...

400% Subscription Growth During COVID-19: The Technical and Strategic Decisions Behind Nigeria’s First Digital Capital Markets Sol...

Protect your data before holiday shopping scams st...

Scammers target shoppers during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Learn how to protect your data before you click “buy now.”

I’ve spent hundreds of hours ranking the best Swit...

These best Switch 2 games are on sale for Black Friday. Here's the best deals on games like Split Fiction, NBA 2K26, and more.

At this Black Friday price, this is the cheapest p...

The CMF Phone 2 is the cheapest handset I’d actually recommend, and it’s even cheaper with this early Black Friday deal.

Black Friday Garmin watch deals are officially liv...

Why wait for Black Friday? These Garmin watch deals have already started.

Want a Ring doorbell but don't want the subscripti...

There's no need to buy a subscription plan when the Eufy Video Doorbell dual captures crisp footage from its twin cameras and save...

I tested Caira, the first Nano Banana AI camera – ...

The Caira claims to fuse proper camera engineering with Google’s new ‘Nano Banana’ AI. It mostly succeeds, but also makes you wond...

Meta prevails in historic FTC antitrust case, won'...

Meta has prevailed over an existential challenge to its business that could have forced the tech giant to spin off Instagram and W...

Roblox announces measures to strengthen protection...

Facing pressure from states and families, Roblox will require players to use AI-powered technology that helps verify their age.

Cloudflare says it has fixed issues that caused ou...

Web services company Cloudflare had said it was aware of problems impacting "multiple customers" amid reports of outages at apps i...

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Google unveils Gemini 3, its most intelligent mode...

Google, a leading search engine, has unveiled Gemini 3, the latest version of its AI Chatbot. The new…

Here are the top 10 most-used passwords in the wor...

People tend to opt for passwords they can easily remember, thereby prioritising convenience over the security of their…

How the Bitcoin confirmation crisis birthed Nigeri...

Managing crypto transactions in Africa has historically meant navigating slow confirmations, volatile prices, and clunky platforms...

Fintech for food: How digital payments are transfo...

Nigeria’s agricultural sector remains one of its most vital economic drivers. Today, it accounts for roughly 24 per…

Our favorite AirPods are now a huge 42% off and at...

Save $100 on the Apple AirPods Pro 2 wireless earbuds at Walmart — but hurry, this early Black Friday deal will not last long.

'Impossible' black hole collision pushed relativit...

In 2023, scientists detected the gravitational waves from a black hole collision that seemed impossible. New research finally expl...

Sunken city discovered in Kyrgyzstan lake was a me...

Archaeologists in Kyrgyzstan have discovered the remains of a drowned medieval city that was once a Silk Road hotspot.

CTE may stem from rampant inflammation and DNA dam...

New research shows that CTE may stem from DNA damage and inflammation set in motion by blows to the head.

Kissing goes back 21 million years, to the common ...

Scientists traced kissing back to a primate ancestor that lived around 21 million years ago.

Hyundai AutoEver America breached: Know the risks ...

Hyundai AutoEver America suffered a data breach affecting 2,000 current and former employees, exposing names, Social Security numb...

Washington court says Flock camera images are publ...

Washington court rules automated license plate reader images are public records, even when stored by vendors like Flock Safety, se...

Fake flight cancellation texts target travelers

Fake airline texts claiming flight cancellations are targeting travelers with convincing scams. Learn how cybercriminals steal per...

Cloudflare down: ChatGPT, X among sites affected b...

Cloudflare outage disrupts major internet services including ChatGPT and X social media platform, affecting users worldwide as com...

UmrahCash is building the “OPay for pilgrims” trav...

Pilgrims from West Africa have struggled for years with currency restrictions at home and unpredictable FX markets. Converting nai...

I tried planning a BBQ on Piggyvest-backed PartyVe...

PartyVest is the all-in-one event app, backed by Piggyvest and Zrosk, and provides a seamless way to discover events and manage c...

Here’s everything we know about Google’s Gemini 3...

Google is ushering in a new era with the launch of Gemini 3, an AI model that the tech giant claims is its most intelligent yet. T...

In today's edition: Jumia eyes Tanzania, Angola expansion || Lesaka gets a green light for Bank Zero acquisition || Security breac...

South African smart energy startup Plentify raises...

The funding round brings together a mix of African and international climate-tech backers, including Secha Capital, Buffet Investm...

A Cloudflare Outage Disrupted The Internet — Here’...

When Cloudflare went down on Nov.

Is Your Spotify App Crashing? You’re Not Alone

Is your Spotify app crashing? The digital music and podcast streaming service experienced technical issues during the early mornin...

Google Vids Now Lets You Unlock Select Advanced Ge...

Google is making it easier for anyone with a Gmail account to create polished, AI-powered videos through its Google Vids product.

Spelman College Diverts 300,000 Pounds Of Food Was...

Spelman College has released new data outlining the environmental impact of its campus composting initiative.

Cybersecurity And Risk Management Leader Angel Mos...

Angel Mosley is equipping companies to mitigate cybersecurity risks.

TikTok now lets you choose how much AI-generated c...

With the new AI-generated content control, users who want to see less of this sort of content can dial things down, while those wh...

The all-electric Jeep Recon is finally here

The Jeep Recon, an all-electric SUV with an estimated 250 miles of range, is here, and I couldn’t be more surprised. Here’s why. T...

TikTok will now give you badges for limiting your ...

TikTok is adding new digital wellbeing tools like an affirmation journal, a background sound generator, and badges for using the a...

Emm raises $9M seed to create one of the world’s f...

On Wednesday, Emm, based in the UK, announced a $9 million seed (£6.8 million) round led by Lunar Ventures as it prepares to offic...

As Lovable hits $200M ARR, its CEO credits staying...

Lovable CEO Anton Osika said he credits ignoring advice to move to Silicon Valley for the AI coding company's success.

The ‘Great Meme Reset’ Is Coming

From Jack Dorsey to Gen Alpha, everyone seemingly wants to go back to the internet of a decade ago. But is it possible to reverse ...

Vaping Is ‘Everywhere’ in Schools—Sparking a Bathr...

Schools in the US are installing vape-detection tech in bathrooms to thwart student nicotine and cannabis use. A new investigation...

Young Mormons Built an App to Help Men Quit Goonin...

The Relay app allows users to track their porn-free streaks and get group support. Its creators say they’re taking a stand against...

Missing Launchpad in MacOS 26? Here's How to Bring...

Apple has retired the Mac's Launchpad, a feature that displayed all your apps and let you quickly pick the one you want to open. Y...

WIRED’s Best E-Readers, Tested and Reviewed (2025)...

These WIRED-tested ebook readers let you take your library anywhere.

Scanfrost Launches #MyScanfrostChristmas Challenge...

Scanfrost launches the #MyScanfrostChristmas Challenge with Hilda Baci, inviting Nigerians...

The most secure credit cards worth having

Discover our top 2025 credit cards that protect against fraud with smart alerts, app controls, and quick customer support.

Popular TP-Link routers could be banned after risk...

TP-Link routers face a proposed US ban over risks to home and military networks. Learn why it matters and five steps to stay safer...

Best Antivirus Protection 2025

Pros and cons for our top Best 2025 Antivirus Software picks to protect all of your devices and which you should download today.

The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) is my marathon compani...

Why wait for Black Friday? This Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 50% off deal isn't going to get any better.

What is the release date for The Mighty Nein episo...

The Mighty Nein is the next Critical Role campaign to be adapted for Prime Video – here's when it'll make its debut.

Ahead of Black Friday, the DualSense has dropped t...

Upgrade your gaming with the PS5 DualSense’s adaptive triggers as a pre Black Friday deal drops it to its lowest price since Septe...

How to watch Summerwater on Channel 4 — it's *FREE...

Katherine Kelley stars in this gripping six-part crime thriller, and our guide explains how to watch In Flight online now and free...

Logitech confirms data breach - but says it isn't ...

Logitech is playing down the importance of the breach, but victims are speaking out.

World's largest-known spider's web discovered in c...

The behavior, which had never been observed before, stunned scientists as, typically, the larger house spider would prey on its sm...

"White nose syndrome" killing millions of bats in ...

A deadly fungal disease called "white nose syndrome" is sweeping across North America, wiping out millions of bats. Dave Malkoff g...