China Gives Brain Chips Green Light, Steps Up Race With Elon Musk’s Neuralink

China is moving aggressively to position itself at the forefront of the emerging Brain-computer Interface (BCI) industry, with several domestic companies reportedly securing regulatory approval for devices that could compete with technologies being developed by Elon Musk’s Neuralink. The approvals mark a significant step in China’s efforts to move brain-computer interface technology from laboratories and…

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FG Offers Nigerians Free Training in AI, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Other High-Paying Tech Skills

Nigerians seeking to acquire valuable digital skills and improve their chances of securing employment in the fast-growing technology sector can now access free Government-sponsored training in Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, software development and several other high-demand areas. Global Mirror News gathered that the opportunity is being provided through the Federal Government-backed Digital Training Academy, an…

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Oloyede Bows Out of JAMB, Says Technology, Transparency Restored Credibility to Nigeria’s Admission Process

Professor Is-haq Oloyede has officially concluded his 10-year tenure as Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), declaring that the sweeping reforms introduced under his leadership have restored transparency, accountability and public confidence in Nigeria’s tertiary admission system. Speaking during his handover ceremony on Friday July 31, Oloyede reflected on a decade marked…

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Abeokuta Polo Club Trains 120 Youths in AI, Vibe Coding, Web Development at First Anniversary

In a move to bridge the digital skills gap among Nigerian youths, the Abeokuta Polo Club has trained and empowered 120 young people in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Vibe Coding and Web Application Development as part of activities marking its first anniversary. The initiative reflects the club’s growing commitment to youth empowerment, innovation and community development…

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Lagos Emerges World’s Fastest-Growing Tech Hub in 2025

Lagos has been ranked the world’s fastest-growing technology hub in 2025, marking a major milestone for Nigeria’s Digital Economy and reinforcing the city’s status as Africa’s leading innovation centre. The Global ranking, which evaluated cities based on startup growth, venture capital investment, talent development, digital infrastructure, and innovation output, placed Nigeria’s commercial capital ahead of…

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Robot Dogs to Bolster Security at 2026 World Cup in Mexico

Global Mirror News has gathered that Mexican Security Agencies are preparing to deploy Robot Dogs as part of enhanced policing and crowd-control measures for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The four-legged robotic units are designed to enter high-risk or hard-to-access areas and transmit live video footage to security forces, allowing Officers to assess threats remotely…

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DIGITAL ECONOMY DRIVE: OGSG EMPHASISES CYBER AWARENESS, CREATIVITY

A four-day training programme has been organised by the Bureau of Information Technology (BIT) to commemorate Ogun State’s 50th Anniversary, with the theme “Building Digital Confidence: Creativity and Cyber Awareness.” The ongoing training, held at the Ogun TechHub, is aimed at exposing citizens to the importance of digital creativity and cyber security as a means…

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Meta Rolls Out “Your Algorithm” Tool, Giving Instagram Users Direct Control Over Content Recommendations

Meta has launched a significant update to Instagram, introducing a new feature called “Your Algorithm,” designed to give users greater control over the content they see particularly on the fast-growing Reels feed. The rollout marks one of Instagram’s most notable transparency moves in recent years, allowing users to actively shape the platform’s recommendation system rather…

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Japan Launches Ultra-Luxury ‘Human Washing Machine’ After Expo Frenzy

Japan has officially brought to market one of its most talked-about futuristic inventions, a full-body human washing machine, months after the device stole the spotlight at the Osaka World Expo, drawing thousands of curious visitors daily. The machine, developed by Japanese wellness-tech company Science, allows users to lie down inside an enclosed pod where automated…

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