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Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
Kenya, France Partner on New Science and Engineering Complex at University of Nairobi
Ooredoo, du Partner on Landmark Subsea Cable Project to Boost UAE Digital Connectivity
Guinea Signs Deal for Second Submarine Fibre-Optic Cable to Expand Internet Capacity
Omantel Launches AI Centre of Excellence to Boost Oman’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem
Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
Kenya, France Partner on New Science and Engineering Complex at University of Nairobi
Ooredoo, du Partner on Landmark Subsea Cable Project to Boost UAE Digital Connectivity
Guinea Signs Deal for Second Submarine Fibre-Optic Cable to Expand Internet Capacity
Omantel Launches AI Centre of Excellence to Boost Oman’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem

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European Commission Probes X Under DSA Over Sexual Deepfakes and Grok AI Risks

The EU has opened a new Digital Services Act investigation into X, examining risks linked to sexual deepfakes and the use of its AI chatbot…

By: Adamu Garba

WhatsApp now supports passkeys for encrypted backups, offering a passwordless, more secure way to restore chats. The update uses Face ID, fingerprint, or PIN for seamless authentication across Android and iOS.

EU Labels WhatsApp a Very Large Online Platform Under Digital Services Act

The European Commission has designated WhatsApp as a Very Large Online Platform under the Digital Services Act, giving Meta until May 2026 to meet stricter…

By: Adamu Garba

The EFCC has filed a ₦4.3 billion foreign exchange fraud case against UBA, two companies, and two individuals over alleged FX rate manipulation and money laundering.

EFCC Drags UBA, Two Firms, and Executives to Court Over ₦4.3bn Forex Fraud Allegations

The EFCC has filed a ₦4.3 billion foreign exchange fraud case against UBA, two companies, and two individuals over alleged FX rate manipulation and money…

By: Adamu Garba

The Central Bank of Nigeria has upgraded the licences of major fintechs and microfinance banks, including Opay, Moniepoint and Kuda, enabling nationwide operations under stricter regulation.

CBN Grants Nationwide Licences to Opay, Moniepoint, Kuda in Fintech Regulatory Upgrade

The Central Bank of Nigeria has upgraded the licences of major fintechs and microfinance banks, including Opay, Moniepoint and Kuda, enabling nationwide operations under stricter…

By: Ovie George

Federal High Court sitting in Nigeria’s capital city, Abuja has declared that it will begin the tax evasion trial against global cryptocurrency exchange, Binance on October 11.

CZ Rules Out Binance Comeback, Turns Attention to Education, Investments and Government Advisory

Changpeng Zhao says he will not return to Binance after his pardon, opting instead to focus on education, long-term investments, and advising governments on asset…

By: Ovie George

Nigeria’s data consumption hit a record 1.15 million terabytes in August 2025, putting pressure on telecom operators like MTN, Airtel, and Globacom to expand capacity and upgrade their 4G and 5G networks.

Uganda Internet Shutdown Costs MTN and Airtel an Estimated $7 Million in Lost Revenue

MTN and Airtel reportedly lost around $7 million in data revenue after a four-day internet shutdown in Uganda, underscoring the economic impact of election-related connectivity…

By: Wura Obadare

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has linked poor telecom service quality in Lagos, Abuja, and other major cities to inadequate network capacity and heavy internet usage in densely populated areas.

NCC Introduces N250,000 Interim Service Authorisation Fee to Promote Telecom Innovation

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) sets a N250,000 fee for Interim Service Authorisation applicants, allowing startups and innovators to test telecom services in a regulated…

By: Wura Obadare

MTN Group has named Shoyinka Shodunke as Executive: IT Core Design and Delivery, effective March 1, 2026, strengthening its AI-driven digital transformation strategy.

MTN Names Shoyinka Shodunke Executive Head of IT Core Design and Delivery

MTN Group has named Shoyinka Shodunke as Executive: IT Core Design and Delivery, effective March 1, 2026, strengthening its AI-driven digital transformation strategy….

By: Wura Obadare

NIBSS is considering offline payment solutions to bring Nigerians with limited internet access into the digital payments ecosystem, while maintaining the role of cash.

NIBSS Considers Offline Payment Options to Expand Financial Inclusion in Nigeria

NIBSS is considering offline payment solutions to bring Nigerians with limited internet access into the digital payments ecosystem, while maintaining the role of cash….

By: Adamu Garba

Paystack Cuts Off Fansted: Compliance Risks Highlighted for African Startups

Paystack has permanently terminated Fansted due to a “heightened risk profile,” underscoring the importance of compliance, risk-sharing, and provider-agnostic payments for African tech startups….

By: Ovie George

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