Fintech

African fintech Startups are meant to leverage existing technology to grow quickly, much faster than small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have fewer resources. Using established platforms and tools gives startups a big advantage to scale rapidly. However, many startup founders in Nigeria and around the world still don’t fully…

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in Nigeria is implementing new regulations to monitor cryptocurrency transactions more closely.  The monitoring is aimed at reducing financial crimes and stabilising the economy as the popularity of digital currencies rises among Nigerians. New Registration and Reporting Requirements Under the new rules, all companies…

In a new report from blockchain security company CertiK, it was revealed that the cryptocurrency and decentralised finance (DeFi) sectors lost $1.19 billion due to hacks, scams, and other security issues in the first six months of 2024.  The “Hack3d: The Web3 Security Quarterly Report” for the second quarter and…

Apple’s smart features make using your devices easier and more fun, helping you do things faster and in a more personalised way. From talking to Siri to get quick answers to using smart suggestions for your next app action, Apple is all about making your tech experience smoother. Whether you’re…

An Access Bank customer in Nigeria mourns his daughter’s death as he blames his banking apps for the loss. The hospital had an ethical problem, too. The father couldn’t transfer to the hospital account for his daughter’s emergency treatment—granted. The hospital management ought to have followed their oath: to save…