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The SEC has revealed that Nigerians lost ₦300.2 billion to Ponzi schemes like MMM, MBA Forex, and Famzhi Interbiz Ltd. The commission warns that actual losses may be higher due to unreported cases and online scams.Nigerians Lost Over ₦300 Billion to Ponzi Schemes in Recent Years – SEC Reveals
PayPal is integrating with ChatGPT through the Agentic Commerce Protocol (ACP) to enable seamless in-chat payments by 2026. Here’s how Nigerians can benefit — and the major limitations they still face.PayPal Adopts Agentic Commerce Protocol to Power Payments in ChatGPT by 2026 — What It Means for Nigerians
The Digital Runway: Fashion in the Age of Search The surge in Google fashion searches demonstrates how Nigerians are using digital platforms to explore, create, and share their evolving sense of style. With fashion inspiration just a search away, the country’s youthful and connected population is driving a digital fashion renaissance — one that bridges the past and future, tradition and innovation. As Lagos Fashion Week unfolds, one thing is clear: Nigeria’s fashion story is being rewritten — online, on the runway, and in everyday wardrobes.Nigerians Are Reviving Heritage Fashion: New Google Search Trends Reveal Vintage and Cultural Comeback
Looking for the best smartphones under ₦150,000 in Nigeria? Here are the top 10 midrange phones in 2025 that balance performance, battery life, and affordability — from Tecno and Infinix to Samsung and Redmi.Top 10 Midrange Smartphones Under ₦150,000 in Nigeria (2025 Edition)
Africa is rapidly becoming a global hub for artificial intelligence adoption, fueled by mobile connectivity, a young population, and local innovation. Learn how conversational AI is shaping the continent’s digital future.Africa Emerges as a Key Frontier for AI Adoption, Driven by Conversational Technologies
The SEC has revealed that Nigerians lost ₦300.2 billion to Ponzi schemes like MMM, MBA Forex, and Famzhi Interbiz Ltd. The commission warns that actual losses may be higher due to unreported cases and online scams.Nigerians Lost Over ₦300 Billion to Ponzi Schemes in Recent Years – SEC Reveals
PayPal is integrating with ChatGPT through the Agentic Commerce Protocol (ACP) to enable seamless in-chat payments by 2026. Here’s how Nigerians can benefit — and the major limitations they still face.PayPal Adopts Agentic Commerce Protocol to Power Payments in ChatGPT by 2026 — What It Means for Nigerians
The Digital Runway: Fashion in the Age of Search The surge in Google fashion searches demonstrates how Nigerians are using digital platforms to explore, create, and share their evolving sense of style. With fashion inspiration just a search away, the country’s youthful and connected population is driving a digital fashion renaissance — one that bridges the past and future, tradition and innovation. As Lagos Fashion Week unfolds, one thing is clear: Nigeria’s fashion story is being rewritten — online, on the runway, and in everyday wardrobes.Nigerians Are Reviving Heritage Fashion: New Google Search Trends Reveal Vintage and Cultural Comeback
Looking for the best smartphones under ₦150,000 in Nigeria? Here are the top 10 midrange phones in 2025 that balance performance, battery life, and affordability — from Tecno and Infinix to Samsung and Redmi.Top 10 Midrange Smartphones Under ₦150,000 in Nigeria (2025 Edition)
Africa is rapidly becoming a global hub for artificial intelligence adoption, fueled by mobile connectivity, a young population, and local innovation. Learn how conversational AI is shaping the continent’s digital future.Africa Emerges as a Key Frontier for AI Adoption, Driven by Conversational Technologies

Crypto

Nigeria’s crypto market surged to ₦75 trillion ($50 billion) in transactions between July 2023 and June 2024, far outpacing traditional investments and highlighting waning confidence in the capital market.

Nigeria’s Crypto Transactions Hit Record ₦75 Trillion in One Year Amid Capital Market Apathy

Nigeria’s crypto market surged to ₦75 trillion ($50 billion) in transactions between July 2023 and June 2024, far outpacing traditional investments and highlighting waning confidence…

By: Ovie George

Coinbase Invests in India’s CoinDCX at $2.45 Billion Valuation to Boost Global Crypto Expansion

Coinbase makes a new strategic investment in Indian crypto exchange CoinDCX, valuing it at $2.45 billion. The move strengthens Coinbase’s footprint in Asia’s fast-growing digital…

By: Ovie George

Conclusion With its $500 million Digital Asset Treasury fund, HashKey Group is setting a new benchmark in Hong Kong’s crypto sector. By focusing on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Web3 ecosystem projects, the exchange aims to fuel the next wave of digital asset adoption and strengthen its role as a pioneer in the region’s crypto and blockchain landscape.

Bitcoin Hits All-Time High Above $125,000 as Institutional Demand Surges

Bitcoin surges to a new record high of $125,245, driven by stronger institutional demand, favorable U.S. regulations, and a weakening dollar amid economic uncertainty….

By: Ovie George

One of the issues that have always plagued the burgeoning crypto industry is hacks and exploits. To cap off a memorable January of 2024, reports emerged yesterday that Ripple Executive Chairman, Chris Larsen suffered a $112 million exploit in his personal account. 

Binance Founder Warns of North Korean Hackers’ Sophisticated Crypto Exchange Attacks

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has exposed how North Korean hackers infiltrate crypto exchanges using fake job applications, bribery, and malware, stealing billions in digital assets….

By: Ovie George

Final Thoughts The partnership between Binance Pay and Zapper is a major step forward in bringing crypto payments into mainstream financial life in South Africa. With over 31,000 new merchants onboarded, cashback incentives, and seamless integration with existing payment systems, this move positions crypto as a convenient, everyday financial tool. As adoption spreads, South Africa could become a model for how crypto payments transition from niche to normal — paving the way for wider global acceptance.

Binance Pay and Zapper Partner to Bring Crypto Payments to 31,000 South African Merchants

Binance Pay has partnered with South Africa’s Zapper, enabling crypto payments at over 31,000 merchants nationwide. Learn how this deal boosts adoption, everyday usage, and…

By: Ovie George

Blockchain lender and stablecoin issuer Figure Technology raised $787.5 million in its U.S. IPO, marking a major milestone for crypto firms as digital assets gain mainstream acceptance.

Blockchain Lender Figure Raises $787.5 Million in U.S. IPO

Figure Technology, a blockchain lender and stablecoin issuer, has successfully raised $787.5 million in its U.S. initial public offering (IPO) on Wednesday…

By: Ovie George

This is a good sign for investors who have lost hope in the market’s trajectory. But caution needs to be applied to avoid an unforeseen loss. Thus, crypto investors are advised to monitor the market closely while it returns to its previously sophisticated ambience.

India Resists Full Crypto Regulation, Citing Systemic Risks: Government Document

India is unlikely to introduce a comprehensive cryptocurrency regulatory framework, opting instead for partial oversight to avoid potential systemic risks, according to a government document…

By: Ovie George

Gemini Raises IPO Price Range, Targets $3 Billion Valuation Amid Crypto Boom

Crypto exchange Gemini, backed by the Winklevoss twins, lifts IPO price range to $24–$26 per share, targeting a $3.08 billion valuation as investor demand for…

By: Ovie George

Conclusion With its $500 million Digital Asset Treasury fund, HashKey Group is setting a new benchmark in Hong Kong’s crypto sector. By focusing on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Web3 ecosystem projects, the exchange aims to fuel the next wave of digital asset adoption and strengthen its role as a pioneer in the region’s crypto and blockchain landscape.

HashKey to Launch $500 Million Digital Asset Treasury Fund in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s largest licensed crypto exchange, HashKey, announces a $500 million Digital Asset Treasury fund focusing on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Web3 ecosystem growth….

By: Ovie George

Nigeria’s crypto market surged to ₦75 trillion ($50 billion) in transactions between July 2023 and June 2024, far outpacing traditional investments and highlighting waning confidence in the capital market.

Nigeria Slips to 6th as India and U.S. Lead in Chainalysis 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index

Chainalysis’ 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index ranks India first and the U.S. second, while Nigeria falls to sixth amid growing institutional adoption and regulatory shifts….

By: Emeka Nwachukwu

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The Digital Runway: Fashion in the Age of Search The surge in Google fashion searches demonstrates how Nigerians are using digital platforms to explore, create, and share their evolving sense of style. With fashion inspiration just a search away, the country’s youthful and connected population is driving a digital fashion renaissance — one that bridges the past and future, tradition and innovation. As Lagos Fashion Week unfolds, one thing is clear: Nigeria’s fashion story is being rewritten — online, on the runway, and in everyday wardrobes.

Nigerians Are Reviving Heritage Fashion: New Google Search Trends Reveal Vintage and Cultural Comeback

If your iPhone shows a “Slow Charger” warning after the iOS 26 update, don’t panic. Here are 8 key things to know about what it means, why it happens, and how to fix slow charging on your iPhone.

8 Things to Know About iPhone’s “Slow Charger” Warning — and How to Fix It

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