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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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Crypto Market Adds $250 Billion in Early 2026 as Bitcoin Leads Sentiment Reversal

The cryptocurrency market has started 2026 on a stronger footing, adding $250 billion in value as Bitcoin rallies toward $95,000, supported by whale accumulation, ETF…

By: Ovie George

Starlink, a satellite internet service by SpaceX, has announced a price reduction for its hardware in Nigeria. The cost of the Starlink kit, essential for accessing the service, has been slashed by 21%, dropping from ₦378,000 to ₦299,000, effective this October.

Starlink Hits 9 Million Global Subscribers as Satellite Broadband Adoption Surges

Starlink has reached 9 million users worldwide across 155 countries, fueled by rising demand for satellite internet and strong growth in Nigeria and Africa….

By: Wura Obadare

ATCON says Nigeria’s telecoms sector will exit consolidation in 2025 and enter an expansion phase in 2026, supported by stronger fundamentals, digital demand, and policy alignment.

Nigeria’s Telecom Industry Set for Growth Phase in 2026 After 2025 Consolidation — ATCON

ATCON says Nigeria’s telecoms sector will exit consolidation in 2025 and enter an expansion phase in 2026, supported by stronger fundamentals, digital demand, and policy…

By: Wura Obadare

Starlink, a satellite internet service by SpaceX, has announced a price reduction for its hardware in Nigeria. The cost of the Starlink kit, essential for accessing the service, has been slashed by 21%, dropping from ₦378,000 to ₦299,000, effective this October.

Starlink Plans to Lower 4,400 Satellites in 2026 in Major Push for Orbital Safety

Starlink will reposition about 4,400 satellites to lower orbits in 2026, aiming to reduce collision risks, speed up deorbiting, and improve space safety during solar…

By: Adamu Garba

Airtel Africa and Nokia have joined forces to deploy a high-capacity fibre optic network through Telesonic, connecting East and Central Africa with speeds up to 38 Tbps and bridging the continent’s digital divide.

Airtel Africa Buys Back 40.93 Million Shares Under Ongoing $100 Million Programme

Airtel Africa has repurchased 40.93 million shares valued at about ₦122.7 billion as part of its $100 million buyback programme, reinforcing shareholder value and per-share…

By: Adamu Garba

Flutterwave has acquired Nigerian open banking firm Mono in an all-stock deal worth $25–$40 million, expanding its payments, data, and identity infrastructure across Africa.

Flutterwave Buys Open Banking Startup Mono in $25–$40 Million Share Swap

Flutterwave has acquired Nigerian open banking firm Mono in an all-stock deal worth $25–$40 million, expanding its payments, data, and identity infrastructure across Africa….

By: Ovie George

Technology lawyer Oladipupo Ige cautions that Nigeria’s tax data could face indirect exposure under the FIRS–France MoU, despite official assurances that data sovereignty remains intact.

FIRS–France Tax Pact Triggers Fresh Questions Over Nigeria’s Data Sovereignty

Technology lawyer Oladipupo Ige cautions that Nigeria’s tax data could face indirect exposure under the FIRS–France MoU, despite official assurances that data sovereignty remains intact….

By: Ovie George

Final Details Await Trump-Xi Meeting Bessent noted that while the framework is in place, the final details of the deal will be determined during a scheduled meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese Premier Xi Jinping on Friday. The outcome of the discussions could mark a turning point in both U.S.-China trade relations and the future of TikTok’s global operations, which have been closely watched by regulators, investors, and millions of users worldwide.

TikTok Nears U.S. Compliance After Reaching Restructuring Deal With Oracle, Investors

TikTok has struck a restructuring agreement with Oracle and U.S. investors to reorganise its American operations, easing regulatory pressure and reducing the risk of a…

By: Adamu Garba

Coursera and Udemy have entered a $2.5 billion all-stock merger to combine their global e-learning platforms, boost AI-driven innovation, and scale workforce education worldwide.

Coursera to Merge With Udemy in $2.5bn All-Stock Deal to Expand AI-Powered Learning

Coursera and Udemy have entered a $2.5 billion all-stock merger to combine their global e-learning platforms, boost AI-driven innovation, and scale workforce education worldwide….

By: Adamu Garba

SpaceX has reportedly entered a regulatory quiet period, a key signal that the Elon Musk-led company is advancing plans for a potential 2026 IPO that could become the largest in history.

SpaceX Enters IPO Quiet Period, Fueling Expectations of Landmark 2026 Public Listing

SpaceX has reportedly entered a regulatory quiet period, a key signal that the Elon Musk-led company is advancing plans for a potential 2026 IPO that…

By: Adamu Garba

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