New Zealand drops translation requirement, eases visa process
Beginning May 26, 2025, New Zealand will simplify its visitor visa application process by removing the requirement for certified translations of supporting…
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Diaspora Nigerians to pay ₦80,000 for remote BVN
Nigerians living abroad will now be required to pay $50 (approximately ₦80,000) to obtain a Non-Resident Bank Verification Number, following the recent…
NELFUND to launch vocational loan scheme in Enugu by July
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has announced plans to extend its student loan scheme to include vocational and skills acquisition centres across…
Ecobank raises $125m in oversubscribed Eurobond issuance
Ecobank Transnational Incorporated has raised $125 million through the issuance of 10.125% Senior Notes due in 2029, marking a significant step forward…
AI Startup Cohere doubles revenue as demand for tools grows
Artificial intelligence startup Cohere has more than doubled its annualized revenue since the beginning of the year, reaching over $100 million as…
TikTok launches feature for quality sleep amid lawsuits
In a move aimed at promoting mental well-being and healthier screen habits, TikTok has officially launched in-app guided meditation exercises, the company…
EU charges TikTok with breaching online content rules
TikTok has been formally charged by the European Commission with violating the European Union’s Digital Services Act, potentially exposing its parent company,…
xAI blames “unauthorized modification” for Grok’s repeated ‘white genocide’ responses
AI startup xAI has blamed repeated referencing of “white genocide in South Africa” in response to a wide range of unrelated posts…
Meta delays release of flagship ‘Behemoth’ AI over performance concerns
Meta Platforms is postponing the release of its highly anticipated “Behemoth” artificial intelligence model due to internal concerns about its performance, The…
FG approves revised procurement thresholds for MDAs
The Bureau of Public Procurement has announced a major revision of procurement thresholds for federal Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, aimed at streamlining…
Google One surpasses 150m subscribers with help of AI
Google One, Alphabet Inc.’s subscription service offering cloud storage and artificial intelligence features, has surpassed 150 million subscribers, the company revealed to…
Lagos bans night construction, sets 6pm deadline for daily work
In a decisive move to curb building collapse and safeguard public health, the Lagos State Government has banned all construction activities after…