Robotic tank proves itself in successful live-fire test

Milrem Robotics and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace teamed up for the first live-fire exercise of a medium-sized robotic tank based on Milrem's Type-X Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV), fitted with a Kongsberg Protector Remote Turret (RT-40).

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Portable projector combines Full HD visuals with Harman Kardon sound

Californian startup Nomvdic is turning on the retro charm for the launch of a portable Bluetooth speaker with Harman Kardon sound that features a pop-up top which directs Full HD projected visuals to a nearby wall or screen.

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Minister: How Nigeria’s Active Phones Crossed the 200m Mark ’

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Minister: How Nigeria’s Active Phones Crossed the 200m Mark ’

Nigeria’s active phone lines crossed the 200 million mark by April following the “phenomenal growth” in the nation’s information and community (ICT) industry, the supervisory Minister says. Professor Isa Pantami, Communications and Digital Economy Minister says that in the last 20 years, the telecoms segment of the Nigerian ICT industry has achieved robust growth “where […]

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$15 million Leica camera was owned by the man who democratized photography

Vienna’s Leitz Photographica Auctions celebrated its 20th year in business this week when it sold the camera of the man who invented 35-mm photography for €14,400,000, smashing the previous world record of €2,400,000.

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Wilder off-road combat patrol vehicle offers remote drive-by wire

Israeli defense company Plasan Sasa has rolled out its Wilder ground vehicle at the Eurostory 2022 defense exhibition in Paris. Designed for military patrols and special forces, the 3.7-tonne armored 4x4 provides NATO Stanag 4569 Level 2 protection.

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Interrogating the Presidential Council on Digital Economy and e-Government

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Interrogating the Presidential Council on Digital Economy and e-Government

Even as the Buhari regime enters its lame-duck period, it has found it expedient to inaugurate a Presidential Council on Digital Economy and e-Government. Chaired by the Minister of Digital Economy and Communication, the membership of the Committee includes some state Governors, the Secretary to the Federal Government, some Ministers in the Cabinet and representatives […]

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Tecno Wallet: Tecno Phone Users Get ‘First Taste’ of Payment Service in Nigeria

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Tecno Wallet: Tecno Phone Users Get ‘First Taste’ of Payment Service in Nigeria

Chinese phone maker, Tecno says the first phase of its new payment service, Tecno Wallet, will be available to users of its smartphones in Nigeria. The Tecno Wallet, according to the Chinese firm, will allow users to make easy and secure payments for a range of services, including money transfers, airtime, data, bills, and shopping. […]

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Ikea set to spin out first turntable in nearly 50 years

At 2022 Milan Design Week, assemble-it-yourself furniture giant Ikea has announced the results of a partnership with supergroup Swedish House Mafia to create a new product line for music production in the home, including a boxy record player.

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First quadcopter drone that can be launched from a submarine underwater

SpearUAV has released its Ninox 103 UW Sub-to-Air encapsulated autonomous quadcopter, which it says is the first loitering drone that can be launched from a submarine and other submerged platforms.

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Study shows how we could be tracked by our phone’s Bluetooth signal

Your smartphone continuously emits Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) signals, even when it isn't paired to a Bluetooth device. Scientists are now reporting that by analyzing those signals, it could be possible for someone else to track your whereabouts.

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