📱Telecom Tariff Hikes Approved, But Won’t Be 100% Increase

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📱Tariff Hikes Approved: Why Nigeria’s Telecom Industry Won’t See a 100% Increase
📱Elon Musk Tests X’s Live Streaming Capabilities in Highly Anticipated Event
📡 Kenya’s telecom regulator proposes over 800% increase in satellite ISP licensing fees
📱Cell C discloses cybersecurity incident exposing customer data

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📱TELECOMS

Tariff Hikes Approved: Why Nigeria’s Telecom Industry Won’t See a 100% Increase

Nigeria’s telecom sector is bracing for a major shift as the government agrees to a tariff hike—though far less than the 100% increase proposed by mobile network operators (MNOs). Recent stakeholder meetings led by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, have clarified the government’s stance: a balanced adjustment that supports the sector’s sustainability without overburdening Nigerian consumers....….…continue reading

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Elon Musk Tests X’s Live Streaming Capabilities in Highly Anticipated Event

Elon Musk, CEO of X (formerly Twitter), recently took to the platform to test its live streaming capabilities in a highly anticipated event. Musk live-streamed himself playing a video game for 1 hour and 38 minutes, drawing millions of viewers and sparking lively discussions in the comment section.

The event showcased X’s ability to provide a seamless live streaming experience, with engaging interaction between Musk and the audience. By responding to comments and fostering a sense of community, Musk demonstrated the potential for X to blend social media and gaming into a unique live streaming experience..…..continue reading

📡 TELECOMS

Kenya’s telecom regulator proposes over 800% increase in satellite ISP licensing fees

Kenya’s Communications Authority (CA) has put forward a proposal to substantially increase the 15-year licensing fees for satellite Internet providers (ISPs) from the current $12,302 to $115,331. In addition to this significant hike, the new regulations also introduce an annual levy of 0.4% of the gross turnover, further escalating the operational costs for providers such as Starlink.

These regulatory changes are pivotal for Kenya’s digital landscape, especially as the demand for high-speed Internet continues to surge, particularly in underserved and rural areas where satellite ISPs play a crucial role. However, the proposed fee structure poses a risk to this progress. Smaller ISPs, such as Viasat and NTvsat, which together serve fewer than 1,000 users, may find it challenging to absorb these increased financial burdens. This could potentially slow down the rollout of much-needed connectivity in remote regions.…..continue reading

📱TELECOMS

Cell C discloses cybersecurity incident exposing customer data

Mobile operator Cell C announced on Wednesday that it had experienced a “cybersecurity incident” affecting certain parts of its IT environment, resulting in the exposure of some customer data.

Upon discovering the breach, Cell C took immediate action to contain the issue and enlisted the help of cybersecurity experts to assist with the investigation. However, the company did not disclose specific details such as the number of customers affected, the types of data compromised, how the incident occurred, or the exact timing of the breach. TechCentral has reached out to Cell C for further information..…..continue reading

OPPORTUNITIES

• The Lagos State Science Research and Innovation Council (LASRIC) calls on bold thinkers and trailblazers to apply for funding and support under its 2024 Innovation Initiative. Deadline = 31st January 2025…..continue reading

• Global payment card network Visa has announced the opening of applications for the fourth edition of its biannual Africa Fintech Accelerator. Dealine = 15th March 2025…….continue reading

OTHER STORIES

• Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, is currently testing a standalone iOS app for its chatbot, Grok, which was previously available exclusively to X users. The Grok app is now live in several countries, including the U.S., Australia, and India.…….read more

• Pakistani company Innovate47, a prominent accelerator dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs across various sectors, has announced the expansion of its flagship Climate Action Accelerator program to include founders from across Africa……read more

• Samsung is rolling out a smartphone subscription next month….read more

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