Chinese regulators are reviewing Meta’s $2 billion purchase of AI startup Manus to determine compliance with foreign investment laws and restrictions on advanced AI technology transfers.
OpenAI Unveils ChatGPT Health With Privacy-First Medical Data Connections
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Health, a secure, privacy-focused feature that links medical records and wellness apps to deliver personalised health insights without replacing clinical care.
Nigeria’s BVN Database Grows to 67.8 Million by End of 2025 on Strong Regulatory Push
Nigeria’s Bank Verification Number (BVN) enrolments climbed to 67.8 million by December 2025, driven by CBN enforcement measures and expanded NRBVN access, NIBSS data shows.
xAI Bags $20bn Series E Funding to Accelerate AI Development and Data Centre Expansion
Elon Musk-backed AI firm xAI has secured $20 billion in a Series E funding round to scale GPU infrastructure, expand data centres, and strengthen its position in the global AI race amid regulatory pressure.
Nigeria Tightens Control of Digital Lending as FCCPC Regulates 521 Loan Companies
Nigeria’s FCCPC has brought 521 digital lenders under regulatory oversight following the January 5 compliance deadline, as authorities intensify efforts to clean up the country’s fast-growing loan app market.
Universal Music Group Teams Up With Nvidia to Reinvent Music Creation and Discovery Using AI
Universal Music Group has entered a strategic partnership with Nvidia to deploy advanced artificial intelligence tools that redefine music discovery, artist creativity, and fan engagement worldwide.
Nigeria Unveils Plan to Train 100 Million Citizens in Digital Literacy Nationwide
Nigeria’s Federal Government has announced a nationwide digital literacy programme targeting 100 million citizens, supported by Clergywealth Cooperative and aligned with national digital economy and AI strategies.
Microsoft Overtakes Facebook as Most Impersonated Brand in Q4 2025 Phishing Attacks
Microsoft became the most impersonated brand in phishing scams in Q4 2025, surpassing Facebook, as attackers exploited trusted brands during peak online activity periods, Guardio Labs reports.
Libya Telecom Confirms Ongoing DDoS Attack on Core Networks
Libya Telecom and Technology says it has been hit by sustained DDoS attacks targeting its core systems, prompting emergency response measures amid rising cybersecurity risks in Libya.
MultiChoice Paid $538 Million in Taxes in 2025, Down 23% Year-on-Year
MultiChoice says it paid $538.4 million in taxes in 2025, a 22.7% decline from 2024, driven largely by VAT refunds in South Africa and losses across its Rest of Africa operations.