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The launch represents a key milestone in the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, underscoring its commitment to digital inclusion, data protection, and citizen empowerment. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially unveiled the NIMC NINAuth Application, a groundbreaking digital innovation by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) that places data control directly in the hands of Nigerian citizens. The launch represents a key milestone in the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, underscoring its commitment to digital inclusion, data protection, and citizen empowerment. The NINAuth App is designed to give individuals full authority over their personal data linked to the National Identification…

Looking for kid-friendly ways to stay connected without handing over a full-blown smartphone? Me too! Here’s a holiday gift guide packed with smartphone alternatives that keep kids safe and protect their attention spans.If you’re raising a child these days, inevitably you’ll hear:“Mom/Dad, when can I have a phone???”Triple question marks included.My answers have ranged from “never” to “when you’re 25,” and on calmer days, a very reasonable 17. I love tech, but even I struggle to put my smartphone down — how could I expect my kid to do better?That’s where these smartphone alternatives come in. As a tech editor…

Earlier this month, the Poco F8 Ultra got certified for sale in Thailand by NBTC, and today the same has happened to the Poco F8 Pro. This is rather interesting because the F7 Pro and F7 Ultra only launched in March, and we’re barely seven months removed from that moment. And yet, these certifications came much earlier than they did for the F7 series, which strongly implies that we’ll see the F8 Pro and F8 Ultra getting official way sooner than next March. And since they’ve been certified very close to each other, we’re assuming they will launch together just…

Threads is adding some much-needed control over your conversations. You can now manually approve replies on a post and filter your activity feed to see only mentions or people you follow.Threads is handing you the moderation keys Threads reply approvals. | Image credit — Meta Meta is continuing its push to make Threads the go-to spot for real-time, public conversations, and their latest update is all about control. Let’s be honest, public conversations online can get messy, so Threads is rolling out a couple of new tools to help you manage the chaos.The new tools in your kitReply Approvals: This…

This new chapter of financial access will see a large-scale integration between banking and fintech infrastructures, making it easier for people and businesses to send, receive, and manage money instantly across borders. Thunes,  the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world and Ecobank Group,  the leading pan-African financial institution, today announced a collaboration which will enable instant cross-border payments for millions of individuals and businesses across Sub-Saharan Africa. The partnership operationalizes the landmark memorandum of understanding signed between Ecobank and TransferTo, Thunes’ holding company, in 2024. That agreement envisioned a fundamental transformation of financial access and cross-border payment solutions…

NAVEE K100 Series features app-based speed limiting! HomeGadgets for Kids Gadget Flow EditorsNAVEE K100 SeriesThe NAVEE K100 Series features electric scooters designed for safety, simple controls, and fun. Models fit different ages and include app-based speed limits and tracking.App Speed Control: Control top speed from a phone via Bluetooth, set limits for safety, and lock the scooter when needed.Three Riding Modes: E, D, and S modes offer gradual power, steady cruise, and sport performance so you can match speed to your child’s skill. Parents step up power as skills grow.Kid-Friendly Brakes: Rear drum brake and a small lever fit child…

Quick question – which is safer? Android or iOS? A lot of people would instinctively pick the latter, and argue that it’s Apple’s ‘walled garden’ approach that makes it so – in fact, Apple itself keeps saying something like that every time the EU is trying to make it open up some other part of its ecosystem. But things are not always what they seem. And at least in one specific way, Android is actually safer than iOS. We’re talking about protection from scams. A YouGov study says iOS users are 65% more likely than Android users to report receiving…

Samsung recently announced that it’s been working on a beta release of Samsung Internet for PC, which brings its first-party mobile browser to desktop computers. The company says that it’s aiming to give users a seamless and more connected browsing experience across different Samsung Galaxy devices, in addition to the development of an “ambient AI” ecosystem. Samsung Internet on PC allows users to sync browsing data including bookmarks and history, and even autofill login details via Samsung Pass. Users will also be able to resume browsing instantly when switching between mobile devices and a PC; Samsung has also included built-in…

The milestone marks a significant step in efforts to professionalize and digitally empower workers in the country’s growing logistics and delivery sector. The Force-N Sénégal  program, implemented in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation  and the Université Numérique Cheikh Hamidou Kane (UN-CHK), has completed the first phase of its large-scale training initiative dedicated to delivery drivers and couriers in Senegal. The milestone marks a significant step in efforts to professionalize and digitally empower workers in the country’s growing logistics and delivery sector. Between September 23 and October 25, 2025, the program trained more than 1,200 delivery professionals across the Dakar region.…

KARRI Messenger connects parents and kids without a screen HomeGadgets for Kids Gadget Flow EditorsKARRI Messenger Kids’ Smartphone AlternativeHurry up! This item is 44% OFF!KARRI Messenger keeps you and your kids connected without a screen. It’s a simple voice messenger that lets kids send short voice messages and gives parents location updates.Built-in SIM and reliable connection: The messenger has an integrated SIM. It selects the best network and keeps messages working across 2G–5G, with 99% population coverage.GPS tracking and safe zones: Parents see real-time location and can set safe zones with push alerts. Know where your child is at all…