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  Nigerian payments startup,  Paystack  has been acquired by US-based payments giant,  Stripe . According to a source, this deal is rumoured to be over $200 million. For many in the Nigerian tech ecosystem, it was just a matter of time before this happened. Here’s why. Founded in 2015 by  Shola Akinlade  and  Ezra Olubi , Paystack sought to  solve the challenge  of online payment transactions in Nigeria. By seamlessly connecting all multi-channel payment options with merchants across the country, it enabled them to accept payments from around the world, via credit card, debit card, and direct bank transfer on web and mobile. READ ALSO: Do you want to have Competitive edge in the market and a strong Customer loyalty and shared values, which will enhance your Brand's credibility and ease of purchase. Click here to join this free Brand Development Training and get the edge. Class limited to 100 people. This got the one-year-ol...

  Applications are now open for the Facebook Developer Circles Community Challenge 2020. Deadline: October 26, 2020   Facebook Developer Circles are a global network of local communities, designed to support developers as they build skills, grow ideas and boost their careers. It’s often said that the best way to learn is to become the teacher. For this year’s Community Challenge, they invite you to put your own innovative spin on developer education by creating written tutorials that showcase the capabilities of Facebook technologies. Every participant will receive special access to online education experiences with technology experts.   Prizes ·          Winners will take home up to US$133,000 in cash prizes and have their written tutorials credited and shared amongst millions of developers and creators across the Facebook ecosystem!   Eligibility Open only to natural persons who: ·    ...

  7-9 minutes   With the DeFi space moving at breakneck speeds, it can be hard to make sense of the avalanche of new projects. Fundamental analysis seeks to determine whether a protocol is overvalued or undervalued, so that investors and traders can make better decisions on their positions. Wondering how you can measure the "intrinsic" value of DeFi assets? Read on to learn about some of the strongest metrics for doing so.   Introduction Decentralized Finance (DeFi) moves at such an accelerated pace that it can be quite difficult to keep up, let alone evaluate new projects in a timely manner. What makes it even more challenging is the lack of a standard approach – there are many different ways to measure and compare DeFi protocols. Not to worry, though. We'll cover some commonly used indicators that can be good sources of information in DeFi. Since a considerable amount of data is publicly available on-chain, it's easy for any trader or investor to use t...

While the world is technologically advancing, the use of Social networking platforms has continued to skyrocket. According to Statista , in 2020, it is estimated that there are around 3.6 billion people using social media around the globe, up from 3.4 billion in 2019. The number is expected to increase to 4.41 billion in 2025. Social networks with over 100 million registered users, include Facebook (and its associated Facebook Messenger), TikTok, WeChat, Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr, Baidu LinkedIn, YouTube, Quora, Telegram, WhatsApp, LINE, Snapchat, Pinterest, Viber, Reddit etc. Trends in social-media technology and usage change rapidly, making it crucial for companies to quickly adapt to such change. Looking at users who have different social media Accounts. Such User finds it difficult to have all links in their profile where people could easily click on without switching Platforms, That is where Fanzlink comes in. Fanzlink   is a Platform that can help users easil...

  The automobile industry is rapidly revolutionalizing from fossil fuel engines to electric vehicles. These is coming in a time when climate change as a result of emissions from industries and vehicles  have negatively impacted our environment. Toyota seams to be a leading company in these revolution.  The Toyota Ultra-Compact Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) is planned to be commercially launched in late 2020. The Benefits of  Toyota Ultra-Compact Battery Electric Vehicle Technology include: 1. It allows for greater autonomy but takes up less space, produces less noise and limits environmental impacts. 2. It is a 2 seater vehicle which can be driven a range of approximately 100km on a single charge. 3. It has a maximum speed of 60km/h. It also has a short turning radius.

  3-4 minutes A contrarian investor known in the industry as CryptoWhale believes that XRP eventually will wipe out nearly every other altcoin. In a new tweetstorm, CryptoWhale tells his 34,000 followers that XRP will be one of the last coins standing once the crypto industry enters a new phase of regulatory scrutiny and acceptance. The only project in the entire market that is pushing for Crypto Regulations is $XRP . They know that once these regulations are added, it will completely annihilate almost every other altcoin, and make XRP’s demand skyrocket. — CryptoWhale (@CryptoWhale) September 8, 2020 The crypto investor highlights that while other coins are booming, Ripple is quietly doing the work behind the scenes to ensure that its native token complies with the requirements of government agencies. CryptoWhale is not all talk as he says he’s looking to purchase more XRP once the correction is over. “I’ve been involved with XRP since 2013, and let me tell you...

  Applications are now open for The Union Bank edu360/Awarri "Search for the Next Robotics Legend" Deadline: August 20, 2020   The Search for the Next Robotics Legend is on! Edu360 by Union Bank in partnership with Awarri is igniting a world of possibilities with Robotics and Artificial Intelligence. Are you a student in Nigeria? Apply now for the Union Bank edu360 x Awarri “Search for the Next Robotics Legend” Training and Competition 2020. Here’s a chance to join an ecosystem of problem solvers and innovators, to build lasting technology solutions for some of Nigeria’s biggest challenges. Twenty-five (25) students will be selected to learn Robotics and Advanced A.I, through a unique virtual learning experience. The Search for the Next Robotics Legend is both a training and a competition. Successful applicants will be trained/mentored on the basics of robotics and then compete to build solutions addressing social problems. The training will run for a 6-week peri...

Google has deleted millions of negative TikTok reviews from its Play store after the app's rating fell from 4.5 to 1.2 stars overnight. The video-sharing platform was inundated with one-star reviews after an Indian creator posted a spoof video of an acid attack. Faizal Siddiqui has apologised, and TikTok has deleted copies of his clip. But Google intervened after it determined that critics had set up fake accounts to amplify their protests. Even so, the move has had limited effect, and TikTok's rating remains below two stars on the official Android marketplace. The video in question had appeared to show Mr Siddiqui threatening a woman who had decided to leave him. In the clip, he threw liquid at the woman's face. It was water, but the next scene showed the woman's face covered in make-up that resembled the scars and bruising that acid might cause. “As per the policy, we do not allow content that risks the safety of others, promotes physical harm, or glor...

 Highlights           Facebook Shops make it easy for businesses to set up a single online store for customers to access on both Facebook and Instagram.           We’re starting to roll out Facebook Shops today, and it will be more widely available in the coming months.           People can find Facebook Shops on a business’ Facebook Page or Instagram profile, or discover them through stories or ads           Now, we’re making it easier to shop for products in real time. Soon, sellers, brands and creators will be able to tag products from their Facebook Shop or catalog before going live and those products will be shown at the bottom of the video so people can easily tap to learn more and purchase. Facebook has always been about connecting you to what you love. That means friends and family, but also products, brands and businesses. For years, people have used our apps to buy and se...