Alphabet’s Taara sets its sight on revolutionizing internet in Africa with laser-based connectivity

Alphabet’s Taara project, born out of the company’s experimental X lab, is using lasers to deliver high-speed internet - offering a compelling alternative to traditional fiber optics and satellite systems…

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Nigeria launches Broadband Alliance, targets 70% internet penetration by 2026.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has launched the National Broadband Alliance for Nigeria (NBAN) in collaboration with telecommunications operators and State Information and Communications Technology agencies. The initiative aims to…

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Africa’s role in $1 trillion AI race and infrastructure boom takes center stage at Hyperscalers 2025 Outlook

The global ambition in technology and infrastructure is scaling unprecedented heights, with investments growing from $10 billion compute clusters to trillion-dollar ecosystems. As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to dominate the…

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FCC Proposes Overhaul of Submarine Cable Licensing Rules: Key Changes, Compliance Expectations, and Implications for Stakeholders.

By Kemi Adeyanju The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a proposed overhaul of submarine cable licensing rules, aiming to bolster national security while adapting to the technological and…

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