African startups raised $887 million in just the first four months of 2026 — and the continent is within touching distance of a $1 billion half-year. But behind the headline is a plot twist every founder needs to understand.
Nigeria now leads Africa with over 430 active fintech startups, a sector valuation exceeding $10.6 billion, and a payments infrastructure that processed over $1 trillion in transactions in 2024. The question isn't how big it is — it's where it goes next.
From a mandatory cybersecurity self-assessment to tighter BVN-phone rules and updated FX manuals, the CBN has quietly rewritten the playbook for Nigerian fintechs and banks. Here is what every operator needs to absorb before the next deadline.
Nigeria’s banking system is getting a tighter grip on identity security — but not without raising fresh questions about user rights. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a major update to its Bank Verification Number (BVN) framework, and one rule is already getting attention: Nigerians will now be allowed to change the phone […]
The AI boom isn’t just lifting chipmakers—it’s powering a massive comeback in data storage. Shares of Western Digital have surged to record highs after multiple Wall Street analysts raised their price targets, reinforcing a growing trend: as artificial intelligence expands, the demand for storing massive amounts of data is accelerating faster than many expected. The […]
Waiting days for money to arrive now feels as outdated as dial-up internet. Across emerging markets—especially in Africa—real-time digital payments are quietly but radically changing how people expect money to move. From online shopping to cross-border transfers and even digital entertainment, instant settlement is no longer a premium feature. It’s becoming the default. This shift […]
