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Aug
19
2021

Google Pixel 5a 5G

Google Pixel 5a 5G Google Pixel 5a 5G has been quietly launched and features the same design as the Pixel 4a 5G launched last September. Indeed, not only the design has remained consistent, but the majority of the specifications have as well. Google has made only a few changes to the new phone in order to keep it affordable. In comparison to the Pixel 4a 5G, the Pixel 5a 5G has a slightly larger display, a dust and water resistance rating, and a significantly larger battery. While the Pixel 5a .

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Aug
19
2021

Pngme, a fintech startup, has raised $15 million in Series A funding to expand its customer base and team

Pngme, a fintech startup, has raised $15 million in Series A funding to expand its customer base and team In a $15 million Series A round, Pngme, a platform that provides financial institutions and fintech startups with users' data through its API and machine learning infrastructure, has raised additional capital. Octopus Ventures, a European venture capital firm, led the funding round. Raptor Group, Lateral Capital, EchoVC, Future Africa, Two Small Fish Ventures, and Unshackled Ventures, a US.

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Aug
19
2021

The volatility of cryptocurrency does not scare away large investors, but compliance is required

The volatility of cryptocurrency does not scare away large investors, but compliance is required With all of the hype and discussion surrounding cryptocurrency, many people are perplexed as to why so many institutions are still wary of this promising new sector. It's unclear why only individual investors are flocking to invest in these virtual currencies at this time, rather than the major financial institutions. To be fair, some institutions, such as MicroStrategy and Tesla, have already made .

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Aug
19
2021

CBN has reportedly frozen the accounts of four Nigerian investment fintechs

CBN has reportedly frozen the accounts of four Nigerian investment fintechs  The Central Bank of Nigeria has been granted an order by a Federal High Court in Abuja to freeze the accounts of Nigerian investment-tech companies Bamboo, Rise, Chaka, and Trove, according to the court's decision. The order will be in effect for 180 days (six months), during which time the apex bank will conduct investigations into the matter. Michael Aandoakaa, counsel for the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), fi.

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Aug
19
2021

‘An enemy of progress’- Nigerian tech community slam ‘wicked’ NITDA Bill

‘An enemy of progress’- Nigerian tech community slam ‘wicked’ NITDA Bill Reactions to the proposed amendment to the NITDA Bill that was leaked to the public have remained strong, with members of the technology community strongly opposing it. According to the bill's details, technology companies operating in Nigeria will be required to obtain a license from NITDA and pay pre-tax profit levies. Startups and their founders/employees that violate the new act's provisions fa.

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Aug
19
2021

11 ways to advance your career in IT

11 ways to advance your career in IT There is no user manual for establishing a long, successful career in information technology, but there occasionally appears to be a secret handshake. Here's how to keep your career on the right track, whether you're just getting started or considering a change. 1. Find your calling One of the allure of working in technology is the ability to choose your own adventure, to identify and pursue an area that speaks to you. "If you care about security, you ca.

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Aug
19
2021

14 top RPA certifications

14 top RPA certifications Robotic process automation (RPA) has established itself as a vital technology for streamlining enterprise business processes. As more organizations adopt RPA, which relies on software robots to automate repetitive tasks, expertise with RPA tools and implementations will become increasingly important for business analysts, business intelligence developers, data or solutions architects, and system integrators or administrators, among other IT roles. To assist IT profess.

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Aug
18
2021

5 South African education institutions are leveraging technology to close the IT skills gap

5 South African education institutions are leveraging technology to close the IT skills gap Businesses in South Africa are facing a skills shortage, particularly in technology-related fields such as software development and data science. The good news is that an increasing number of start-ups and established education companies are offering a diverse range of online courses for coders and other tech professionals, as well as platforms for enterprises to develop their own tech-related training. .

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Aug
18
2021

4 qualities to look for in an IT career coach

4 qualities to look for in an IT career coach Given the importance of coaches in a wide variety of occupations, it makes perfect sense for IT professionals to have someone who can assist them in honing their abilities and progressing in their careers. "We frequently find ourselves at a crossroads in our careers, unsure of how to advance," says John Garvens. "A good IT career coach can assist you in developing a better understanding of yourself and your career, as well as strategies for bringin.

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Aug
17
2021

Meet Wale Abba, the man behind Quickteller

Meet Wale Abba, the man behind Interswitch's Quickteller International Switch, a Nigerian fintech behemoth, has been at the forefront of digital payment innovation for the past 19 years in Nigeria — where it is responsible for a large portion of the nation's electronic financial transactions (EFT) infrastructure — as well as other African countries. Alumnus of Interswitch, TeamApt, is one of the startups that competes with some of the products offered by Interswitch and was founded.

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