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2 days ago | technext24.com | David Afolayan

Africa’s creator economy was valued at $3.08 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $17.84 billion by 2030. The reason is not far-fetched; African content offers a global audience a unique window into the continent’s diverse cultures, traditions, and stories. The continent has a unique history of arts, crafts and music orientation. Creators have learned to tell compelling stories using a combination of music, fashion, dance and film-making.

5 days ago | technext24.com | Omoleye Omoruyi

Lagos, Nigeria’s economic powerhouse, pulses with transactions, from gadget sales in Computer Village to yam trades in Mile 12. Point of Sale (POS) systems are at the heart of this cashless revolution, with Moniepoint, Opay, and PalmPay battling for supremacy. A survey by Technext, polling about 150 respondents across five key markets, Computer Village, Mile 12, Ikorodu Garage, Oshodi, and Ojuelegba, reveals Moniepoint’s widespread dominance, tempered by a rare Opay leadership in Ojuelegba.

6 days ago | technext24.com | Omoleye Omoruyi

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6 days ago | technext24.com | David Afolayan

Google has announced the global beta rollout of AI Max for Search Campaigns, an upgrade to its Search Ads platform that brings smarter, more intuitive advertising tools to businesses, including those in Africa, looking to grow and expand their online presence. This feature uses artificial intelligence to improve how ads are shown, helping local businesses connect with a larger customer base in the rapidly changing online environment.

6 days ago | technext24.com | David Afolayan

Zoho has launched new features within its low-code application development platform, the Zoho Creator. According to the company, the milestone reflects its commitment to investing in AI capabilities that offer real-time, practical, and secure solutions. For instance, Creator’s now has a new AI assistant, CoCreator, that facilitates faster, simpler, and more intelligent app building by using voice and written prompts, process flows and business specification documents.