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· May 21

Google launches new features across Gmail, Docs, Search

Google has introduced several new AI-powered features across Gmail, Docs, and Search at I/O 2025, emphasizing its Gemini AI capabilities. In Gmail, smart replies now adapt to the user’s tone by referencing past emails and Google Drive documents, while inbox management and meeting scheduling have been enhanced by AI commands....
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· May 20

South Africa considers BEE workaround to clear Starlink’s path to launch

South Africa is set to revise its Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) regulations to allow multinational ICT firms like Elon Musk’s Starlink to meet empowerment requirements through equity-equivalent investments instead of a 30% Black ownership mandate. This adjustment aims to attract foreign investment in the ICT sector and enhance Internet access,...
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· May 20

A functioning local stablecoin strengthens case for digital asset regulation, says Luno Nigeria CEO

Nigeria has officially classified cryptocurrencies as securities under the Investment and Securities Act (ISA) 2025, providing a clearer regulatory framework for digital assets, according to Ayotunde Alabi, CEO of Luno Nigeria. The recently signed digital assets bill enhances regulatory clarity, fostering innovation and institutional confidence in Nigeria’s crypto industry while...
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· May 8

Court faults FCCPC’s DStv price probe, says MultiChoice denied fair hearing

The Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed MultiChoice Nigeria’s lawsuit against the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) regarding its subscription price hike intervention. The court ruled that FCCPC lacks the authority to fix or suspend prices without presidential delegation and noted that Nigeria operates a free market system....
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· May 5

I tried Cursor vs VSCode for vibe coding; here’s my review

The article provides a personal review of two AI-assisted coding tools, Cursor AI and Visual Studio Code (VSCode) with GitHub Copilot, focusing on their support for “vibe coding,” where users can describe coding tasks in natural language and receive AI-generated code. Cursor AI offers a conversational, project-wide understanding AI assistant...
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