Tech

A fintech ecosystem survey referenced in the central bank’s reporting shows that 87.5% of Nigerian fintech companies now use artificial intelligence for fraud detection.  That makes fraud detection the most common AI use case in the sector, well ahead of other popular applications like customer service automation or credit scoring.…

A sharp Bitcoin sell-off has sparked a brutal wipeout in the crypto derivatives market, forcing exchanges to close out leveraged positions at scale. On January 30, 2026, Bitcoin slid to the low-$81,000s, with reports putting the dip around $81.3K, as liquidation data showed 273,244 traders were liquidated in a 24-hour…

Nigeria is leading the way in the global use of AI. According to Businessday, Nigerians use artificial intelligence (AI) far more than people anywhere else in the world. 93% of Nigerians depend on AI to comprehend difficult subjects and 91% use it for work-related tasks. Here is a list of…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says it will explore satellite-to-phone technology to expand mobile coverage to an estimated 23.3 million Nigerians who are currently underserved by traditional, ground-based networks. In a consultation paper published on its website, the regulator said the initiative is part of efforts to close long-standing connectivity…

After two difficult years for venture capital, Africa’s startup ecosystem appears to be recovering in 2025.  Funding has reportedly crossed the $3 billion mark, supported by improving investor confidence, stronger deal discipline and selective interest in high-quality growth stories. For Nigeria, this rebound is both an opportunity and a warning.…