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Despite Bitcoin’s recent dip below $100,000, strong fundamentals, rising institutional adoption, and long-term scarcity make it a better investment bet than naira- or dollar-backed assets.Here’s Why I’ll Still Invest My ₦1 Million in Bitcoin Despite Its Latest Dip
A new Bolt and Ipsos report shows that women make up 70% of e-hailing passengers in Nigeria, highlighting growing female adoption of ride-hailing apps for safety, convenience, and flexibility.70% of E-Hailing Cab Users in Nigeria Are Women — New Bolt Report Reveals
Samsung and NVIDIA have joined forces to create the world’s first AI factory, combining advanced chip manufacturing with intelligent computing powered by NVIDIA GPUs — marking a new era in autonomous semiconductor production and digital transformation.Samsung and NVIDIA Partner to Build World’s First AI Factory, Pioneering the Future of Intelligent Chip Manufacturing
The Federal Ministry of Education has launched the upgraded NgREN integrated with the TERAS platform, creating a unified digital ecosystem to modernize teaching, learning, and research across Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.Nigeria’s Tertiary Institutions Gain Unified Digital Ecosystem with NgREN–TERAS Integration
Ventures Platform has announced the first close of its $75 million Pan-African Fund II, raising $64 million from investors including IFC, BII, Standard Bank, Proparco, and Nigeria’s iDICE program to back early-stage African tech startups.Ventures Platform Secures $64 Million First Close for Second Pan-African Tech Fund
Despite Bitcoin’s recent dip below $100,000, strong fundamentals, rising institutional adoption, and long-term scarcity make it a better investment bet than naira- or dollar-backed assets.Here’s Why I’ll Still Invest My ₦1 Million in Bitcoin Despite Its Latest Dip
A new Bolt and Ipsos report shows that women make up 70% of e-hailing passengers in Nigeria, highlighting growing female adoption of ride-hailing apps for safety, convenience, and flexibility.70% of E-Hailing Cab Users in Nigeria Are Women — New Bolt Report Reveals
Samsung and NVIDIA have joined forces to create the world’s first AI factory, combining advanced chip manufacturing with intelligent computing powered by NVIDIA GPUs — marking a new era in autonomous semiconductor production and digital transformation.Samsung and NVIDIA Partner to Build World’s First AI Factory, Pioneering the Future of Intelligent Chip Manufacturing
The Federal Ministry of Education has launched the upgraded NgREN integrated with the TERAS platform, creating a unified digital ecosystem to modernize teaching, learning, and research across Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.Nigeria’s Tertiary Institutions Gain Unified Digital Ecosystem with NgREN–TERAS Integration
Ventures Platform has announced the first close of its $75 million Pan-African Fund II, raising $64 million from investors including IFC, BII, Standard Bank, Proparco, and Nigeria’s iDICE program to back early-stage African tech startups.Ventures Platform Secures $64 Million First Close for Second Pan-African Tech Fund

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Meanwhile, Tigran’s wife, Yuki Gambaryan has called on the government of the United States to intervene more forcefully in the lingering detention and prosecution. “Tigrans and my tax dollars get sent to Nigeria in aid every year. Nigeria is supposed to be an ally. I refuse to believe that our State Department cannot do more to have an innocent American citizen released”, she said in a statement shared with Technext. According to her, It is time for the Nigerian authorities to do the right thing and let her “innocent husband” go. “Since the FIRS charges were dropped last week and they agreed to serve those charges solely on Binance, I do not see why the EFCC cannot do the same”, she added.

US members of Congress visit detained Binance executive, Tigran Gambaryan in detention, call for release

Two members of the United States Congress, Representative French Hill (Republican) and Representative Chrissy Houlahan (Democrat) visited detained Binance executive and American citizen, Tigran Gambaryan…

By: IBK

Lagos put together e-hailing regulations back in 2020 but those guidelines might be due for a review

Lagos has existing cab-hailing regulations but they do not favour all stakeholders- Uber/Bolt drivers say

Lagos put together e-hailing regulations back in 2020 but those guidelines might be due for a review…

By: IBK

In a significant turn of events, Nigerian fintech company, Eyowo, has announced the reinstatement of its full and final licence by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This is a notable milestone for the company, which has recently faced substantial challenges. Today, CEO, Yomi Adedeji took to X to share the news of the licence reinstatement, expressing gratitude and optimism for the future. “Just to let you guys know that we have our full and final licence back for Eyowo from the Central Bank of Nigeria. We will share details over the next few weeks. Impossible is nothing! Thank you and 🥂 to it for us this weekend 😉,” the tweet read, signalling a celebratory mood within the organisation. Eyowo’s reinstatement marks a critical juncture and enables Eyowo to continue offering its suite of products, which includes digital banking, payment solutions, and financial management tools tailored to meet the needs of individuals and businesses.

Eyowo secures full licence reinstatement from CBN amid past challenges

In a significant turn of events, Nigerian fintech company, Eyowo, has announced the reinstatement of its full and final licence by the Central Bank of…

By: IBK

Tech layoffs: Over 90,000 lost jobs between January and May 2024

60% of all layoffs, or roughly 50,000, occurred in January and April……

By: IBK

Regulator orders shutdown of StarTimes South African arm, StarSat over license controversy

South Africa’s pay-TV landscape is facing a shakeup as the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) declined to renew the license of On Digital…

By: IBK

Stakeholders call for innovations to mitigate Africa’s climate challenges at CAAF24 event

Yesterday marks a pivotal moment in the global effort to address climate change as the Climate Action Africa Forum 24 (CAAF24) convened in Lagos, Nigeria….

By: IBK

Carbon shuts down debit card operations in Nigeria

Nigerian digital lender Carbon has made a surprising move, shutting down its debit card operations just two years after its launch….

By: IBK

Kenyan authorities suspended the activities of Worldcoin almost a year ago for privacy and security concerns

Sam Altman’s Worldcoin to resume iris scanning in Kenya following discontinuation of probe

Kenyan authorities suspended the activities of Worldcoin almost a year ago for privacy and security concerns…

By: IBK

Gambaryan claims his detention violated his rights and was used to pressure Binance, causing hardship to his family….

Detained Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan sues for compensation, wife asks for US intervention

Gambaryan claims his detention violated his rights and was used to pressure Binance, causing hardship to his family…….

By: IBK

SpaceX chief, Elon Musk has announced that the Starship rocket is finally ready for launch. This is after a series of recent engine tests.

SERA, NASRDA, Blue Origin signs partnership to send first Nigerian into space

SERA, NASRDA, Blue Origin signs partnership to send first Nigerian into space…

By: IBK

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