The countdown is almost over — tomorrow’s the day! In less than 24 hours, TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 takes over Moscone West. From October 27–29, 10,000 founders, investors, and innovators will flood San Francisco for three days of building, connecting, and deal-making. We’re just days away from live demos of never-before-seen …
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Hon. Abdussamad Dasuki will not be seeking re-election into the House of Representatives in the 2027 general election The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) federal lawmaker made the announcement two years before the 2027 election The lawmaker representing Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency in Sokoto state explained the reason he won’t be seeking …
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A HORSE named after the late Ricky Hatton has made a fitting tribute to the boxer with victory at Aintree. The boxing icon tragically died in September and was found at his home in Manchester. Sign up for the Sport newsletter Thank you! Hitman won its first race in three …
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Apple Maps users could start seeing ads in the app as soon as next year, according to a new report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. Similar to Google Maps and other mapping apps, Apple’s plan is to allow restaurants and other businesses with brick-and-mortar locations to pay to promote themselves in …
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NCDMB has launched a major national training initiative to equip over 10,000 young Nigerians with vital technical and digital skills for the oil and gas sector The programme focuses on 10 high-demand disciplines, including subsea engineering, automation, underwater welding, and artificial intelligence Participants will undergo classroom instruction, practical training, and …
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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-Calif., revealed on Sunday that he would start giving a possible 2028 run “serious thought” after the 2026 midterms during an interview with CBS. “Is it fair to say, after the 2026 midterms, you’re going to give it serious …
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Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. To get this in your inbox, sign up here for free — just click TechCrunch Mobility! I am sure you are waiting to learn the results of last week’s poll. (Reminder: Sign …
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Lidya, a digital-lending startup founded by ex-Jumia executives, has shut down its Nigerian operations The company has been in operation for nearly a decade, but there has been financial distress recently Analysts blame credit risks, tight funding conditions, and unsustainable growth targets for the collapse Legit.ng journalist Dave Ibemere has …
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On Friday, WordPress.com maker Automattic filed its counterclaims in the lawsuit initiated by hosting company WP Engine in October 2024, which had accused Automattic and its CEO, Matt Mullenweg, of defamation and abuse of power. Automattic believes that WP Engine has been abusing the WordPress trademark and has engaged in deceptive marketing practices, without properly giving back …
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NDLEA operatives have arrested socialite Pretty Mike and more than 100 people in Lagos club raid The agency said the operation took place at Proxy Nightclub, Victoria Island, in the early hours of Sunday The agency added that the raid followed credible intelligence on a suspected drug party The National …
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