Author: Joseph Michael

Cybersecurity teams are facing a growing problem. DDoS attacks are becoming faster, larger and far more intelligent than they were even a few years ago. Traditional detection systems are struggling to keep pace, especially as attackers increasingly employ automation, distributed botnets, and ever-changing attack methods to bypass static security rules. This is where AI for DDoS Detection has rapidly become one of the most important developments in modern cybersecurity. Artificial intelligence can analyse massive volumes of network traffic in real time, identify suspicious behaviour patterns and respond far more quickly than manual security teams ever could. For many organisations, that…

Nigeria’s recruitment industry is undergoing a significant transformation as organisations increasingly adopt artificial intelligence-powered hiring systems to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and speed up talent identification in a highly competitive labour market. Across sectors such as banking, telecommunications, fintech, outsourcing, and technology, employers are integrating AI tools into recruitment processes, including résumé screening, aptitude testing, behavioural assessments, and candidate matching. Industry experts say these technologies are reshaping hiring standards and changing how organisations evaluate job applicants. “AI-powered recruitment is redefining how Nigerian companies identify and evaluate talent.” Human resources technology firms report that employers are now demanding faster, more data-driven…

50 women are set to receive training in artificial intelligence following a partnership between Techlytics and IHS Nigeria, with the programme hosted at the University of Ibadan. The initiative is designed to equip participants with practical skills in AI and related digital technologies, as part of wider efforts to improve female representation in Nigeria’s growing technology sector. Organisers say the training will focus on building foundational knowledge in artificial intelligence, including how AI systems work, how data is processed, and how emerging tools can be applied across different industries. The programme also aims to expose participants to real-world applications of…

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), in partnership with relevant stakeholders, has trained 100 youths in Gombe State on artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics as part of efforts to strengthen digital skills and promote participation in the country’s growing technology-driven economy. The training programme is designed to equip young people with practical knowledge of emerging technologies, focusing on data-driven decision-making, digital literacy, and the application of AI tools in modern workplaces. According to organisers, the initiative forms part of broader interventions aimed at building human capacity, supporting innovation, and preparing Nigerian youths for opportunities in the global…

Nigeria’s Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has unveiled an artificial intelligence-powered anti-corruption system to improve transparency and monitor public projects across the country. The agency presented the initiative during the 16th Commonwealth Regional Conference for Heads of Anti-Corruption Agencies in Africa held in Yaoundé, Cameroon, where delegates discussed the growing role of technology in strengthening governance and combating corruption. According to the ICPC, the platform combines artificial intelligence with geospatial technology to track and monitor government-funded projects in real time. Officials said the system is designed to help detect irregularities, identify abandoned projects and improve oversight…

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that rapidly advancing artificial intelligence systems could pose serious risks to global financial stability, with the potential to trigger widespread systemic disruptions across banking, payments, and capital markets if not properly controlled. In its latest assessment, the IMF said new generations of AI models, particularly those capable of generating code, reasoning through complex systems, and automating cyber operations, could significantly increase the speed, scale, and sophistication of cyberattacks targeting financial institutions. It warned that this development could weaken the resilience of a global financial system that is already heavily dependent on interconnected digital…

OpenAI, the artificial intelligence company headquartered in San Francisco, United States, has launched new voice intelligence features within its application programming interface, expanding its real-time audio capabilities for developers building conversational artificial intelligence systems. The update introduces a new set of models designed to enhance how AI systems understand, process, and respond to spoken language in real time. These include a real-time voice reasoning model, a live speech translation model, and a streaming speech-to-text model. The tools are intended to support continuous voice conversations, multilingual communication, and instant transcription of spoken input. The real-time voice reasoning model is designed to…

OpenAI has begun rolling out ChatGPT 5.5 Instant as the new default model for its chatbot, replacing the earlier 5.3 Instant version in what the company describes as a broad update to improve everyday performance, accuracy, and conversational quality. In a blog post announcing the change, OpenAI said GPT-5.5 Instant is now being deployed to all users. The model is positioned as a follow-up to GPT-5.5, released in April, and continues the company’s “Instant” line designed for fast, general-purpose responses. As part of the rollout, GPT-5.5 Instant replaces GPT-5.3 Instant, which will remain available to paid users for a limited…

Apple has agreed to pay $250 million to settle a class-action lawsuit in the United States that accused the tech giant of misleading iPhone buyers over the availability of artificial intelligence (AI) features, particularly enhancements to its Siri voice assistant. The proposed settlement, which still requires court approval, applies to millions of U.S. consumers who purchased certain iPhone models marketed with advanced AI capabilities that were not fully delivered at launch. The lawsuit centred on Apple’s promotion of its “Apple Intelligence” platform during 2024, when the company advertised a more personalised, AI-powered version of Siri. Plaintiffs argued that the marketing…

PayPal is leaning heavily into artificial intelligence as part of a broader strategy to reposition itself as a “technology company again”, signalling a major internal transformation driven by automation, cloud computing, and cost efficiency. Speaking during its recent earnings call, the company’s leadership outlined plans to embed AI across nearly every layer of its operations, from software development and engineering workflows to customer service, fraud detection, and risk management. The move is designed to modernise PayPal’s infrastructure and increase productivity at a time when the firm is under pressure from rivals and slowing growth in parts of its core business.…