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Microsoft Reaffirms Commitment to Nigeria Despite Recent Layoffs

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5 months ago

June 28, 2024

Microsoft’s CEO for Nigeria, Ola Williams, has confirmed that the tech giant remains dedicated to its Nigerian operations, dispelling concerns about its future in the country following the recent layoffs of 200 workers at the Africa Development Centre in Lagos.

Williams highlighted Microsoft’s continuous investment in Nigeria’s tech sector, emphasizing the company’s long-term vision for growth and innovation in the region.

Addressing the layoffs, Williams clarified that these changes are part of a broader strategic realignment and do not signal a retreat from Nigeria.

She assured that Microsoft is committed to fostering local talent, enhancing digital transformation, and contributing to the sustainable development of Nigeria’s technology ecosystem.

Despite the workforce reduction, Microsoft’s plans to support and expand its footprint in Nigeria remain steadfast.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Price Rumored to Be Higher Than S24 Ultra

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23 hours ago

November 20, 2024

Ese Ohwofa

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra may cost way more than the S24 Ultra according to a report from China. The Samsung manufacturers will focus on the profit margins and suggest that a price hike might occur in the market and a fierce competition in China will keep the prices stable.

However this news is still not confirmed and no one knows Samsung plans and the price of the new S25 Ultra. The Model is expected to be launched in January 2025

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Tesla’s Stock Jumps on Report About Self-Driving Car Regulation

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2 days ago

November 19, 2024

Ese Ohwofa

Tesla shares increases once a report about Donald Trump wanting to regulate self-driving vehicles. His team is making self-driving vehicles (e.g Tesla) a priority in the US transport department.
Tesla’s stock jumps up once the news was released, although it was not been verified nor confirmed, the stocks still increased.

CEO of Tesla, Elon Musk is a vocal supporter of Donald Trump and his administration, Trump also recently appoints Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to head the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This department aims to ease regulations and reduced bureaucracy.

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Apple Brings In New Features and Updates With iOS 18.2 Update

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3 days ago

November 18, 2024

Ese Ohwofa

Apple plans for the release for the upcoming iOS 18.2 update, the update will include improved and new features more advanced than the 18.1. Some highlights of the 18.2 update will include an intuitive camera control toggle, enhanced visual intelligence and special updated to apps like Music, Wallet, Mail and Safari. These additions will enable the phone to boost its security and improve user experience.

Apart from the iOS 18.2, Apple is also planning new updates across its ecosystem. Airpods are the next in line for new updates, the new update will be in the Airpods firmware. These developments show Apple commitments to their product and technology.