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ITU approves one-charger-fits-all standard
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INTERNATIONAL Telecommunications Union (ITU) has given its stamp of approval to an energy-efficient one-charger-fits-all new mobile phone solution. The announcement comes as ITU lobbies hard to have the essential role of information and communication technologies (ICTs) recognised in the draft Copenhagen Agreement as a key part of the solution towards mitigating climate change. Software testing body debuts, to fight fakery -281009 IF the fight against fake software must be won, the Software Testing Association of Nigerian (STAN) which was formed to monitor the practice of software and applications testing and raise the standard of locally produced software to conform to global standards, should be supported. Microsoft opens Windows 7, cautions against piracy -281009 By Adeyemi Adepetun TO further improve the lots of its teeming customers around the globe, Microsoft has officially launched Windows 7 for installation on new computers and purchase in computer retail outlets across the world. NCS gets December 15 for national merit award -281009 By Bankole Orimisan THE Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) at a briefing held recently in Lagos, said it has concluded plans to hold it first ever National Merit Award coming up on December 15, 2009 at the Sheraton Hotels and Tower, Ikeja, Lagos. Search for Princess Anabel begins -281009 AS count down for Princess Anabel begins, there appears to be excitements and expectations in the Nigerian entertainment industry as Anabel Entertainment, the new entertainment unit of Anabel Group is preparing to launch a pageant and reality show with a difference. Globacom rolls out coverage in 86 new communities -281009 GLOBACOM Limited, Nigeria's national telecoms operator, has announced its effective roll-out and coverage of 86 new communities mostly in remote locations across the country. Phase 2 of 750,000 PC ownership promo kicks-off -281009 THE Computerize Nigeria Project (CNP) has launched the second phase of the 750,000 Computer Ownership Promo, to further the ideals of the digital knowledge democracy. The promo is another milestone in the roadmap of the CNP to give Nigerians the opportunity to bridge the digital divide personally, at family and corporate levels. Fashola, Ndukwe, Seriki for ICT debate -281009 AS the world battles to contain the impact of the global economic crisis on businesses, Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Fashola, will be hosting leading experts in Information Communications Technology (ICT) in Lagos to highlight the impact, proffer solutions and advise firms operating in Lagos and indeed the country at a forum tagged "An evening with tech legends." |
Telecoms sector showing signs of slowdown
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By Bankole Orimisan with Agency Reports MORE indications that the high-paced growth that has characterised Kenya's telecommunications industry is slowing down have emerged, following the country's low ranking in the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) Information and Communications Technology (ICT) development Index. GSMA lists $2.3b charging solutions opportunity -281009 By Adeyemi Adepetun with Agency report A NEW report released from the Global System for Mobile telecommunications Association (GSMA), entitled charging choices, has revealed a US$2.3 billion opportunity for mobile operators through the provision of off-grid charging solutions such as solar phones or external solar chargers in emerging markets. Firm restructures prepaid billing platform -281009 By Bankole Orimisan RWANDATEL has restructured its prepaid billing tariffs for calls and Short Messages (SMS) across local networks. ComBIT 2009 holds next week -281009 By Bankole Orimisan ASSOCIATION of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON), in conjunction with the continental event managers AITEC Africa, said all is set for the November 3-4, 2009 ComBIT Africa Conference it will hold at Lagoon Restaurant, Victoria Island, with the theme: "Leveraging on information and communications technologies to survive and thrive through a recession." Starcomms launches convenient data subscription payment options -281009 STARCOMMS has recorded another first in the telecoms sector by providing its data subscribers with alternate payment platforms for renewals. Omatek expands frontiers, creates new franchisee, resource centres -281009 DETERMINED to improve its brand visibility and bring its products/services closer to the end users in remote and major urban centres, Omatek, the household name in computer and home entertainment/power products, has launched its chains of franchisee retail outlets in the South West/South South region. IBM partners Tri-continental in opening first innovation centre -281009 By Iyabo Ayandare IN an effort to further expand its reach into growing nations, IBM, in partnership with Tri-continental Limited; has opened its first innovation centre in East and West Africa. The new centres were launched recently at Tri-continental, Adeyemo Alakija, Victoria Island, Lagos. |
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