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Zawya
6 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Leading tech brands drive future digital economy to support Nigeria's us$1 trillion 2030 vision at West Africa's largest tech, Artificial Intelligence (AI) & startup show
Nigeria has risen to the forefront of Africa's digital economy with a powerful ecosystem that is both homegrown and resilient – fuelled by government initiatives, global tech enterprises, and a thriving startup ecosystem; propelling Nigeria's future with tech opportunities in talent development and digital infrastructure to help achieve the goal of US$1 trillion economy by 2030. Central to Nigeria – and Africa's – ambitions of digital sovereignty lie in the opportunity to upskill, operate and expand grassroots talent and organisations. Perfectly timed to support these ambitions is the inaugural edition of GITEX NIGERIA which will act as a convergence point for key local and international decision makers, not only in tech but across multiple sectors embracing digital transformation. Held under the patronage of His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, GITEX NIGERIA premieres across Abuja and Lagos from 1-4 September 2025. It is supported by the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy in collaboration with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). The event is endorsed by Lagos State Government, and organised by KAOUN International, the global organiser of GITEX events. A high-level Government Leadership&AI Summit in Abuja takes place on the opening day on 1 September to forge a united future for international leaders driving the growth of digital infrastructure, AI, and innovation. Hon. Dr. Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy for the Federal Republic of Nigeria, said: 'Building and deploying AI infrastructure and solutions for Nigeria and Africa is not only a technological advancement, but also a chance to redefine our place in the global digital economy. Our success in delivering on this will ensure that we evolve from being passive consumers of AI to becoming net producers of talent and solutions that can compete and thrive internationally. As the global tech community turns its attention to Nigeria at GITEX NIGERIA, we must seize this opportunity to demonstrate what is possible in our tech ecosystem, showcase the depth of our innovation and the boldness of our ideas.' The GITEX NIGERIA programme then transitions to Lagos, headlining across two locations from 3-4 September. The Eko Hotel Convention Centre hosts the GITEX NIGERIA Tech Expo&Future Economy Conference, while the Landmark Centre welcomes the GITEX NIGERIA Startup Festival. Combined, it will be West Africa's largest gathering of technology visionaries, industry leaders, and decision-makers overseeing digital transformation of non-tech sectors. H.E. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State Federal Republic of Nigeria, said: 'Lagos is and continues to be a city that facilitates progress. As we collectively build our city into the preferred destination for innovation and digital solutions, GITEX NIGERIA's shared ambition will place Lagos at the heart of Africa's digital future.' Mr. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Director General/CEO, National Information Technology Development Agency, said: ' We are committed to cultivating a Nigerian digital ecosystem that becomes a global benchmark for equitable Al advancement; one that is synonymous with inclusive access to Al technologies, infrastructure, and solutions. GITEX NIGERIA is more than an event, it is the cornerstone for Africa's digital renaissance and a catalyst for developing world-class Al infrastructure which promotes scalability, sovereignty&global competitiveness. ' Global Tech Giants Converge in Nigeria to Enable Digital Growth Opportunities With a burgeoning big tech landscape, international names have flocked to Nigeria and other African markets to nurture talent, support with infrastructure or provide localised solutions for existing services. Whether driven by African diaspora or the promise of opportunity, international presence is expanding, often in the form of multi-sector, public-private partnerships. As IBM operated by MIBB affirms its presence in West Africa, it continues to build on IBM's long-standing legacy of enabling Nigeria's digital transformation. Through local engagement and ecosystem-driven growth, the focus remains on delivering impactful solutions across key sectors such as banking, telecoms, government, and education. Vishnu Taimni, General Manager of IBM operated by MIBB said: 'Nigeria is a strategic priority for IBM operated by MIBB, anchored in decades of trusted partnerships across public and private sectors. As the country accelerates its digital agenda, GITEX NIGERIA offers a valuable opportunity to deepen collaboration and reaffirm our commitment to co-creating technologies that empower industries and communities for the future.' A hub for international investors to discover African startups Already Nigeria's undisputed innovation hub, Lagos – home to 23 of the country's 28 fastest-growing companies, according to the Financial Times – simultaneously hosts the GITEX NIGERIA Startup Festival. It will be Nigeria's largest and most globally diverse investor programme and curated meetings between startups, investors, corporates, industry leaders, and prospective partners. To capitalise on the transformative impact of GITEX NIGERIA on Lagos' startup ecosystem, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) will present its pan-African timbuktoo initiative at the event. The largest of its kind in the world, timbuktoo brings public and private capital together at a global scale to support and empower startups solving macro challenges facing the planet, and humanity. The event runs with support from partners AWS, Cisco, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Kaspersky, Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Federal Ministry of Youth Development and Space42. For more information, news and updates on GITEX NIGERIA, please visit Distributed by APO Group on behalf of GITEX NIGERIA. Notes to editors: It is GITEX NIGERIA not Gitex Nigeria Social Media: Hashtag: #GITEXNIGERIA Twitter: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: Useful links: To access our digital press kit click here ( Press office contact press@
Yahoo
12-08-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Vimeo (VMEO) Names Rose Frawley New Chief People Officer
Vimeo, Inc. (NASDAQ:VMEO) is one of the 14 Best Technology Penny Stocks to Buy According to Analysts. On July 1, Vimeo, Inc. (NASDAQ:VMEO) reported the appointment of Rose Frawley as the company's new Chief People Officer (CPO). Frawley will lead the company's global plans for talent and organizational development. She will be committing to Vimeo, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:VMEO) people-first strategy and culture to help the company bring in top-tier talent. A close-up of a computer monitor with AI-driven Video Creation and Editing Tools running. At the helm of Vimeo, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:VMEO) human resources operations, Frawley will be working to create a culture full of trust and connection. She will be supporting employees to reach their full potential and make great video experiences for users. Frawley has more than 20 years of experience in human resources. She specializes in creating high-performing People functions within leading technology and data companies. Philip Moyer, CEO of Vimeo, Inc. (NASDAQ:VMEO), believes Frawley will play an important role in the company's goal of making Vimeo the most trusted private video platform in the world and the best place for video talent to work. Vimeo, Inc. (NASDAQ:VMEO) is a technology company that is known for Vimeo, a leading online video platform for hosting, creating, editing, sharing, and streaming high-quality videos for businesses, creatives, and brands. While we acknowledge the potential of VMEO as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: 12 Best Performing AI Stocks So Far in 2025 and 14 Best Aggressive Growth Stocks to Buy According to Analysts. Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
South China Morning Post
05-08-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Juventus link will see Kowloon City send talented Hong Kong footballers to Italy
Innovative football club Kowloon City have enlisted expertise from Italian giants Juventus in their bid to develop Hong Kong talent capable of shining in Europe's big leagues. The district club, who were promoted to the local Premier League last season, are entering the second year of a five-year plan that Andrew Mak Yung-pan, the vice-chairman, wants to conclude with 'the Kowloon City brand as an established name in the Hong Kong sports industry'. Along with aiming to be 'a conveyor belt' for the Hong Kong senior team, Mak said, the club had adopted a 'counterintuitive' policy of signing young players 'not with the prime objective of them playing for us'. As part of a technical partnership with Juventus Academy Hong Kong, which is launching this month, three coaches are relocating from Italy to help oversee the club's under-14, under-16 and under-18 teams. Mak underlined that the Juventus academy was not a franchising model and that every decision had to be approved in Turin, while the two-time European champions' Asian headquarters was in Hong Kong. 'We hope that by establishing a platform we can send players abroad as early as possible, but it has to be somewhere tailor-made for their characteristics,' Mak said.
