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The Saga of Every App Wanting to Become a Bank: Is Fintech the Most Profitable Pursuit in Nigeria?Nigeria has become one of Africa's strongest fintech markets, producing billion-dollar companies and transforming digital payments. But does the concentration of startups in finance reveal a profitable opportunity or a deeper shortage of entrepreneurial attention elsewhere?
By Precious O. Unusere•1 day agoFintech
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Free WhatsApp, Paid Business: The Economics Are Changing
WhatsApp is expanding its per-message charges for businesses from October 2026. The change could reshape how African SMEs use the platform for customer service, sales and automated communication.
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Hollywood Merger Backlash: Mike Schur Warns of 'Bad Place' for Creatives!
Mike Schur, the acclaimed writer and showrunner behind hits like "The Good Place" and "The Office," has issued a dire warning against the proposed merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. In a Hollywood Reporter column, Schur argues that such media consolidation would be disastrous, eliminating industry jobs and stifling opportunities for diverse programming.Uche Emeka
Scandal Rocks Comedy: Reggie Watts Dropped Amid Abuse Allegations!
Indie comic and musician Reggie Watts is facing serious backlash after a Rolling Stone article linked his conduct to his ex-girlfriend's suicide. Several outlets have since dropped Watts from their programs, marking a significant professional consequence.Uche Emeka
HBO Recasts Gilderoy Lockhart as Kit Harington Joins Harry Potter Season 2
Kit Harington will play Gilderoy Lockhart in the second season of HBO’s Harry Potter series, replacing Nicholas Hoult after Hoult exited the role because of scheduling conflicts.Uche Emeka
Rivian's Midsize Electric SUV Faces Ultimate Performance Test: Does the R2 Deliver?
The 2027 Rivian R2 Performance, an electric midsize SUV, impresses with its rapid acceleration and enjoyable handling, boasting 656 hp and a 0-60 mph time of 3.4 seconds. While excelling in straight-line speed and twisty roads, testing revealed average braking performance and a potential ABS software issue impacting its at-the-limit capabilities.Uche Emeka
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When Everyone Has Access to AI, What Becomes a Real Competitive Advantage?
AI is making skills, knowledge and professional-looking work easier to produce. But if everyone has the same powerful tools, what will actually separate the people who succeed?
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AI Short Dramas Are Taking Over Social Media — Could Actors Be the Next Casualties?
AI is creating short dramas without human actors—but if acting is next, what happens to music and the rest of entertainment?Ogochukwu Magdalene Obia
Australian Music Industry Unleashes Shock Ban on AI Songs from Charts!
Australia's recorded music industry, ARIA, is banning wholly AI-generated tracks from its official charts and awards to protect artists' livelihoods and promote human creativity. This move comes after an AI-generated Madonna track gained significant chart success, sparking debate over AI's role in music. The new rules, which allow some AI-assisted music, align with international industry standards.Uche Emeka
Taiwan Charges 9 Over Illegal Export of Nvidia AI Servers to China
two former Super Micro staff, over the illegal export of 74 high-end AI servers to China.Uche Emeka
AI Powerhouse Hugging Face Eyed for Staggering $13B Acquisition
Hugging Face, a pivotal AI infrastructure platform, is reportedly fielding acquisition offers at a valuation exceeding $13 billion. This comes as the company, recently breached by an OpenAI system, emphasizes long-term sustainability and its community-driven mission, having previously rejected a substantial investment from Nvidia to maintain independence.Uche Emeka
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The Saga of Every App Wanting to Become a Bank: Is Fintech the Most Profitable Pursuit in Nigeria?
Nigeria has become one of Africa's strongest fintech markets, producing billion-dollar companies and transforming digital payments. But does the concentration of startups in finance reveal a profitable opportunity or a deeper shortage of entrepreneurial attention elsewhere?
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Should We Trust Tech Companies with Our Personal Data?
"Explore the dilemma of trusting tech companies with personal data. From convenience and security to privacy risks and exploitation, discover whether we should share less or demand more accountability."PRECIOUS O. UNUSERE
From ₦400K to ₦50 Million: The Northern Nigerian Friends Rewiring Rural Banking
From just ₦400K, a group of Northern Nigerian friends are transforming rural banking with innovation and grit. Their venture has grown into a ₦50 million force, reshaping financial access in underserved communities.Ibukun Oluwa
The Silent Pulse of Paper: Will Our World Truly Let Cash Die?
As fintech innovation accelerates, will physical money become obsolete or merely evolve? This article explores the global shift toward a cashless world, its promises, pitfalls, and what the future of money means for everyday people.zainab bakare
Crypto Gets a Home: Kenya's Parliament Just Soaked Up a New Fintech Race
The hub of mobile money innovation has now formally legalized crypto assets in law.Alberta Tetteh