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The iPhone 17 event by Apple is set to take place on September 9
The iPhone 17 event by Apple is set to take place on September 9

Apple announced that its iPhone 17 event will take place on Tuesday, September 9 — mirroring last year’s schedule. Invitations have already been sent out for the launch, which will be hosted at the Steve Jobs Theater in Cupertino and is set to begin at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET.

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Nigerian Regulators Unveil Tough Sanctions Against Predatory Digital Lenders
Nigerian Regulators Unveil Tough Sanctions Against Predatory Digital Lenders

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has issued a stern warning to Nigeria’s online lending industry, threatening a penalty of up to ₦100 million for unethical conduct. This move comes as the commission intensifies its efforts to curb the predatory practices of some digital lenders, which have been a source of widespread consumer complaints.

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Airtel Africa and Vodacom Join Forces to Share Infrastructure, Supercharging Connectivity in Major African Markets
Airtel Africa and Vodacom Join Forces to Share Infrastructure, Supercharging Connectivity in Major African Markets

The deal represents a game-changing step toward advancing digital inclusion and bringing dependable connectivity to more corners of Africa. The deal represents a game-changing step toward advancing digital inclusion and bringing dependable connectivity to more corners of Africa.

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