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Data And Machine Learning to Personalize Customer Experience
5th January 2023
In our today’s world, the subject of data and machine learning are fast becoming mainstream in businesses. Big Data and Machine Learning technologies have been reputed for their potential of providing a personalized customer experience. However, many businesses are at a loss on how to go about using or incorporating these technologies in their … Continue reading Data And Machine Learning to Personalize Customer Experience
10 Ways to Leverage Technology to Improve Customer Experience
In the financial technology (FinTech) industry, leveraging technology can significantly improve customer experience. By using artificial intelligence and machine learning, FinTech companies can personalize services and streamline transactions for individual customers. Moreover, tools like chatbots and virtual assistants can provide instant customer support, while virtual and augmented reality technologies can enhance customer education and … Continue reading 10 Ways to Leverage Technology to Improve Customer Experience
10 Books Every Founder Should Read in 2023
3rd January 2023
As a founder, it is important to constantly be learning and improving your skills. One way to do this is by reading books that can provide insight, inspiration, and practical advice. Here are ten books that every founder should consider reading: Read more about Business “The Lean Startup” by Eric Ries This book offers … Continue reading 10 Books Every Founder Should Read in 2023
10 Things That Will Make Investors Back Startups In 2023
2023 is another year for founders to either go to the drawing boards to review the progress of their startups or consolidate on existing successes as this year offers another opportunity for accessing investors’ backing. The idea is this: Nigeria’s startup ecosystem is a vibrant one and investors are looking for where to invest … Continue reading 10 Things That Will Make Investors Back Startups In 2023
Predictions For Startups in Africa in 2023
2023 is here. Experts, investors, and stakeholders in the African startup ecosystem are already predicting how the year 2023 is going to be judging from the past two years. 2022 had its ups and downs, especially in the area of funding for many startups other than FinTechs. In this article, I discuss the ten … Continue reading Predictions For Startups in Africa in 2023
Top 10 Cities in Lagos to Launch Your Business and Why
31st December 2022
Lagos is Africa’s fifth largest economy with a population of about 23 million people. It has been categorized as the city that never sleeps and has been favourably compared to other A-list cities like New York, London, Cairo, Paris and even Tokyo. Lagos is a large and diverse city with a range of opportunities … Continue reading Top 10 Cities in Lagos to Launch Your Business and Why
7 Things Businesses Need to Prepare For 2023
30th December 2022
Generally, 2022 was a rough year for both big and small businesses in Nigeria and across the world. Many events shaped the year, especially the Russian-Ukrainian war, the subsequent rise in gas prices and the fall of crypto among other events. Experts in World Bank and JP Morgan have warned that the economic outlook … Continue reading 7 Things Businesses Need to Prepare For 2023
Health and Wellness: 10 Business Opportunities for Entrepreneurs
It’s a fascinating moment to think about what types of health and wellness business opportunities are worth pursuing. According to research conducted by the Global Wellness Institute, the wellness industry is valued at $4.5 trillion and continues to grow at a spectacular rate. Read more about Business In addition to wellness is one of … Continue reading Health and Wellness: 10 Business Opportunities for Entrepreneurs
How Nigerians Should Remember the Late Pele
Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known mononymously as Pelé, is dead. The Brazilian football legend and three-time World Cup winner died at age 82 on this day, the 29th of December 2022. Read more about Sports Pele had been treated for colon cancer, following surgery to remove a tumour in September 2021, and had required … Continue reading How Nigerians Should Remember the Late Pele
The British Council Nigeria Internship Program 2023/2024 for Nigerian Graduates
27th December 2022
The British Council is inviting young Nigerian graduates to apply for intern roles within it. It says that its internship program provides participants with an opportunity to gain real-world experience, acquire and sharpen valuable skills, and prepare themselves for future employment. Read more about Opportunities Persons who are accepted into the British Council’s internship … Continue reading The British Council Nigeria Internship Program 2023/2024 for Nigerian Graduates
How Can Nigeria Recover From Its Debt Crisis?
Nigeria is facing a debt crisis due to several factors, including low oil prices, economic mismanagement, and corruption. The country’s debt-to-GDP ratio has reached an unsustainable level, and the government is struggling to meet its debt obligations. In order to recover from this crisis, the Nigerian government will need to implement a combination of … Continue reading How Can Nigeria Recover From Its Debt Crisis?
10 Things Banks Are Doing That FinTechs Should Adopt
We can’t deny the fact that the banks have legacy structures that puts them ahead of many FinTechs, especially in Nigeria and beyond. For one, banks have a lot of sophisticated relationships with the government as well as regulators. Second, having been in operation much longer than FinTechs, banks have been able to earn … Continue reading 10 Things Banks Are Doing That FinTechs Should Adopt
Latest Job Vacancies In Nigeria, Fourth Week of December 2022
26th December 2022
These are some of the latest job vacancies in Nigeria for the fourth week of December 2022. Read more about Opportunities Internal Audit Supervisor, Frigoglass Industries Frigoglass wants to hire an Internal Audit Supervisor. This position involves carrying out audit investigations, conducting risk assessments, monitoring compliance with regulations, and reviewing Monthly Management Accounts, among … Continue reading Latest Job Vacancies In Nigeria, Fourth Week of December 2022
Top 10 Nigerian Startups in 2022
25th December 2022
Starting and running a tech startup in Nigeria is a Gordian task that requires the strength and tenacity of Hercules. This is why it is not surprising that Nigeria has been described as one of the most unfriendly places to business according to experts due to varying factors ranging from infrastructure to regulatory problems … Continue reading Top 10 Nigerian Startups in 2022
How To Set Up A Mobility Fintech Company in Nigeria
24th December 2022
There seems to be a thriving market opportunity for mobility fintech in Nigeria. Studies have shown that Nigeria is very underserved when it comes to access to affordable transportation. In fact, owning a car is still considered a luxury in this part of the world, whereas in the United States, Europe and Canada and … Continue reading How To Set Up A Mobility Fintech Company in Nigeria
7 Business Opportunities For Mobility Fintech In Nigeria
Nigeria like any other emerging market is full of opportunities for businesses, especially startups that are operated through technology. Moreover, the country has the strongest startup ecosystem in Africa with over 500 registered startups that are meeting the diverse needs of people ranging from finance to health to housing and retail, etc. Also, the … Continue reading 7 Business Opportunities For Mobility Fintech In Nigeria
Problems Confronting Mobility FinTech Companies in Nigeria and the Way Out
Setting up a mobility FinTech company in Nigeria is not without its challenges. These challenges are social, political, economic and even infrastructural. However, there are dozens of mobility FinTech startups in Nigeria with the two leading being Moove and Autocheck. Others include Quriee, Tour, Pickmeup and so on. Despite their presence, mobility FinTech is … Continue reading Problems Confronting Mobility FinTech Companies in Nigeria and the Way Out
Coronation Merchant Bank is Receiving Applications for its Enterprise Graduate Trainee Program
23rd December 2022
Coronation Merchant Bank is inviting smart young graduates to apply for a place in its graduate trainee program. If you would like to begin a journey into investment banking, this is an opportunity you may consider taking advantage of. Read more about Opportunities The first cohort of the Coronation Merchant Bank Enterprise Graduate Trainee … Continue reading Coronation Merchant Bank is Receiving Applications for its Enterprise Graduate Trainee Program
How To Implement A Mobile Device Management Policy For Your Business
Many companies are integrating mobile devices into their business infrastructure. They do this to reap the benefits of flexibility and greater productivity that these devices confer. Read more about Business If your organization belongs to this group, it should have a clear Mobile Device Management policy governing how employees use your business’s mobile devices. … Continue reading How To Implement A Mobile Device Management Policy For Your Business
Connect Nigeria Top 10 Persons of the Year 2022
The year 2022 has been characterized by so much news and high drama in politics, sports, music and entertainment as well as business and tech. Hence, it is that time of the year when CN compiles its top ten Persons of the Year. The choice was based on those who made a huge impact … Continue reading Connect Nigeria Top 10 Persons of the Year 2022
The Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program for Early-Stage Startups
22nd December 2022
Qualcomm, a multinational corporation and a leading player in the global technology space, is offering startups in Africa the chance to receive mentorship and technical aid that will enable them to attain their innovative, problem-solving, and business development potential. Read more about Opportunities Through its initiative, the Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Initiative, … Continue reading The Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program for Early-Stage Startups
Brands We Love: Kings Court Realtors
Kings Court Realtors is a real estate firm headquartered in Lagos. The company develops, manages, leases, and sells property of various types in some of Nigeria’s major cities. It also finances the purchase of property, manages facilities, and provides real estate valuation services. Read more about Business As one of the larger real estate … Continue reading Brands We Love: Kings Court Realtors
How To Implement a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy for Your Business
Until fairly recently, the typical business has required that its employees work with devices that it provides them with. But as work rules have grown more flexible, an increasing number of companies have now permitted their staff to use their own laptops and phones on the job. This latter approach—called Bring Your Own Device … Continue reading How To Implement a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy for Your Business
The NITDA/Coursera Scholarship for Entrepreneurs and Job Seekers
If you would like to become an entrepreneur or get employed in the contemporary economy, here is an opportunity for you to gain the knowledge and skills you need to do so. Read more about Opportunities The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is offering scholarships for selected courses on the Coursera platform. The … Continue reading The NITDA/Coursera Scholarship for Entrepreneurs and Job Seekers
Certificate Of Occupancy (C Of O) In Nigeria
If you’re fairly conversant with Nigeria’s real estate industry, you will have heard about the Certificate of Occupancy—or C of O –more than a few times. It’s an important document, one that’s sought after by people who want to purchase and acquire the rights to land. The frequency with which it’s mentioned in discussions … Continue reading Certificate Of Occupancy (C Of O) In Nigeria
How Traders Can Minimize Losses in the Present Sinking Crypto Market
In the past few weeks, the crypto industry has been in the news – this time for bad reasons. The crypto market is currently at rock bottom, affecting many crypto startups in Nigeria as well the confidence of traders. For example, Quidax, a Nigerian crypto exchange company that has processed over $3 billion in … Continue reading How Traders Can Minimize Losses in the Present Sinking Crypto Market
6 Things You Should Know About the Future of Cryptocurrency
21st December 2022
Following the ultimate crash of Terra Luna in May and the ongoing bankruptcy of FTX which began in November and the devastating effects it had on various crypto exchanges across the world, millions of traders are apprehensive about the future of cryptocurrency. Read more about FinTech For instance, the collapse of FTX, caused by … Continue reading 6 Things You Should Know About the Future of Cryptocurrency
6 Best Startup Typologies for Emerging Markets
If you have a plan to set up a startup in an emerging market like Nigeria, there are startup types that would perfectly suit the market and there are some that won’t. Emerging markets like Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, South Africa and Tanzania are often characterized by rapid economic growth, a rapidly expanding middle class, … Continue reading 6 Best Startup Typologies for Emerging Markets
How Startups Can Use Tech To Revive The Tourism Industry
Tourism in Nigeria centres primarily on events, due to the country’s considerable number of ethnic groups, but also includes rain forests, savannah, waterfalls, and other natural attractions. Tourists spent 2.6 billion USD in Nigeria in 2015, this dropped to 1.5 billion USD in 2017, probably due to the rise of the Boko Haram insurgency … Continue reading How Startups Can Use Tech To Revive The Tourism Industry
How Lending Platforms in Nigeria Can Overcome Poor Loan Repayment
Nigeria is an emerging market with so many people in dire need of loans to pay off their bills or invest in their businesses. Hence, the country has seen the sporadic establishment of lending platforms, scattered across the country. For example, there are over hundreds of lending platforms in the country, including Specta, Rapid … Continue reading How Lending Platforms in Nigeria Can Overcome Poor Loan Repayment
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