Key points Main story Nigeria has been urged to broaden its renewable energy strategy beyond solar power in order to effectively support the rapid growth of its digital economy. The call was made by Ms Darshana Deka, Conference Producer for IoT West Africa, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The push marks Airtel’s first concerted attempt to scale in fixed broadband, relying on aggressive pricing and zero-cost onboarding.

The upgrade cuts the effective price per Mbps across Safaricom’s most widely used plans without reducing tariffs.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya, April 29, 2026 Key Points Main Story Nigeria’s data protection regulator has raised fresh concerns over the rising scale of cyber threats, warning that the rapid expansion of the digital economy is being matched by increasingly sophisticated cybercrime activities. The National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

In today's edition: Nigeria’s tech regulator pushes for breach disclosure || MTN shareholders to vote on fintech split || Amazon Leo eyes Kenya approval || Solly Malatsi on hot seat over AI policy fiasco

Oil prices extended their climb on Wednesday, with markets increasingly pricing in a structural tightening of global supply as geopolitical tensions persist and cohesion within the producer alliance weakens. The international benchmark Brent crude rose 2.8% to $114.37 per barrel, marking an eighth consecutive advance, while West Texas Intermediate gained 3.3% to $103.18. Since the […] The post Oil Extends Rally Above $110 as UAE’s OPEC Exit and Prolonged Iran War Redraw Energy Markets appeared first on Tekedia.

Citigroup is moving artificial intelligence from the back office to the front line of client engagement, introducing an AI-generated wealth advisor that could begin to redraw the contours of private banking. The tool, branded “Citi Sky,” is being positioned not as a novelty, but as an early expression of a different operating model—one built on […] The post Citi Unveils AI Wealth Advisor ‘Citi Sky,’ Signaling a Shift From Relationship Banking to Scaled Intelligence appeared first on Tekedia.

Best VPN Services of 2026: Honest Rankings and Reviews A good VPN is no longer just a nice-to-have. In 2026, it has become one of the easiest… TechCity

Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) arrives at its May 4 first-quarter 2026 earnings report carrying an unusual mix of characteristics: a business posting the strongest metrics in its history, a stock sitting 31% below its all-time high, and a pair of top-rated analysts who have just reiterated Buy ratings with price targets that imply more than […] The post Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR) Heads Into May 4 Earnings With Wedbush and Baird Bullish appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Bitcoin has come under renewed pressure this week, triggering a wave of bearish sentiment among traders and investors as the leading cryptocurrency slipped below key support levels. The crypto asset fell below the $76,000 mark for the first time in a week, briefly touching $75,666 before staging a modest rebound. At the time of writing […] The post Bitcoin Faces Critical Test, Trades Below $76,000, as Bearish Signals Clash With Bullish Bet appeared first on Tekedia.

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has once again raised alarm over the future of artificial intelligence, warning that unchecked advancements in the technology could pose a serious threat to human existence. Speaking during proceedings in his high-profile OpenAI lawsuit, Musk argued that the rapid evolution of AI if left without proper oversight could lead to outcomes […] The post Elon Musk Warns Unchecked AI Could Be Catastrophic to Human Existence, in OpenAI lawsuit appeared first on Tekedia.

European equities edged lower in early trade on Wednesday, with investors recalibrating risk exposure ahead of a dense cluster of U.S. technology earnings and a Federal Reserve decision that could reshape expectations for interest rates in a war-distorted inflation environment. The pan-European STOXX 600 slipped 0.3%, while the FTSE 100 fell 0.6%, extending a cautious […] The post European Stocks Slip as AI Doubts, Fed Decision, and Oil Surge Cloud Market Direction appeared first on Tekedia.

China’s independent refiners are continuing to absorb the bulk of Iran’s oil exports, sustaining a shadow trade that has so far proved resilient to fresh U.S. pressure, even as deteriorating refining economics begin to slow the pace of purchases. The so-called teapot refiners, concentrated in Shandong province, account for roughly 90% of Iran’s crude shipments. […] The post China’s “Teapot” Refineries Keep Iranian Oil Flowing as U.S. Blockade Tests Supply Chains and Margins appeared first on Tekedia.

At a moment of leadership transition and elevated market uncertainty, Berkshire Hathaway’s enormous liquidity is emerging as both a safeguard and a point of strategic tension. With Greg Abel now responsible for overseeing roughly $373 billion in cash and short-term investments, investors are beginning to reassess whether the conglomerate’s long-standing patience can be sustained without […] The post Berkshire’s Cash Pile Faces Its First Real Test Under Greg Abel: Longtime Investor Tom Russo Says It’s a Weapon, Not a Burden appeared first on Tekedia.

Opening the association’s 22nd Venture Capital Summit in Nairobi on Wednesday, AVCA chief executive Abi Mustapha-Maduakor acknowledged the headwinds facing the sector but pointed to shifts witnessed in 2025.

Kenya could become another key test market as Amazon looks to establish a foothold in Africa’s evolving broadband landscape.

Nigeria’s technology story has always been written from Lagos. A Demo Day in Ilorin is making the case that the next chapter belongs somewhere else. IHS Nigeria has partnered with the Ilorin Innovation Hub to host the maiden edition of its Demo Day, themed “The Convergence,” spotlighting 19 emerging startups that have participated in the […] The post Kwara Emerges as Nigeria’s New Tech Frontier as IHS and the Ilorin Innovation Hub Showcase 19 Startups to Global Investors appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Canada is deepening its commercial engagement with Africa, and a high-level financing forum taking place in Cape Town next month is designed to turn that political intent into actual deal flow. The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business will convene investors, financiers, policymakers, and industry leaders in Cape Town on May 14, 2026, for the Canada-Africa Financing […] The post Canada-Africa Financing Forum to Bring Investors and Decision-Makers to Cape Town on May 14 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Three years ago, when most investors were still sceptical about electric mobility in Africa’s frontier markets, a Japanese entrepreneur quietly set up shop in Addis Ababa and started assembling electric motorbikes. That early conviction is now drawing serious institutional backing. Dodai has raised $13 million in a Series A round split between $8 million in […] The post Dodai Closes $13 Million Series A to Build Ethiopia’s Electric Motorbike and Battery-Swapping Network appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Latitude59 CEO Liisi Org said the competition’s international reach has expanded significantly over the years. “This year, strong teams from five continents and 53 countries competed for the investment. The jury will not have an easy task, but our investors are highly motivated to carefully assess all candidates. The most promising startups will get the […] The post Kenyan Startups Lead African Interest in Latitude59’s €400,000 Pitch Competition appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Across Nigeria, customers report a barrage of unsolicited promotional calls that disrupt work and invade privacy. 

Across Nigeria, customers report a barrage of unsolicited promotional calls that disrupt work and invade privacy. 

A quiet policy shift inside Goldman Sachs is drawing attention to a broader recalibration underway across global finance, where the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence is colliding with tightening data controls and geopolitical friction. The decision marks a deeper shift in how global banks are approaching artificial intelligence, treating it less as a productivity tool […] The post Goldman Restricts Anthropic’s Claude in Hong Kong, Underscoring Rising fault lines in AI access and Financial Risk Controls appeared first on Tekedia.

“I hadn’t done many interviews then; quite frankly, I hate interviews,” she says. “Being in a formal setting to be assessed causes my brain to freeze.” 

Nigeria is moving to end the culture of silence around cyberattacks, pushing banks, fintechs, and other organisations to disclose breaches or at least share intelligence in the wake of rising threats.

Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra Signals a New Era for Premium Smartphones in Nigeria Crank, Head of Auto, 234 Drive; Izzie Boye, Tech Expert; Nnamdi Ezeigbo, CEO, SLOT Nigeria; Yefui Nui, Marketing… TechCity

Primed E-Health Targets $4 Million Series A to Expand HospitalNetwork Nigerian health technology company Primed E-Health is raising $4 million in a Series A round at a $20… TechCity

Tekedia Capital is delighted to congratulate Conductor Quantum, one of our portfolio companies, on winning the Quantum Reliability and Performance Award at the Quantum Summit hosted by the International Semiconductor Industry Group. In recent months, Conductor Quantum has been at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with NVIDIA and other leading technology companies to develop next-generation […] The post Tekedia Capital Congratulates Conductor Quantum for Quantum Reliability and Performance Award appeared first on Tekedia.

The Bank of Jamaica's approval will allow the Nairobi-based cross-border payments company to begin operations through a partnership with JN Money Services Limited (JNMS), a Jamaican payments services company. The deal will enable WapiPay to facilitate transfers between Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean, targeting both diaspora remittances and trade-linked payments.

Tekedia Nigerian Capital Market Masterclass is a practitioner-led, intensive program designed to deepen the human capabilities needed to power Nigeria’s modern capital market. The Masterclass blends applied knowledge, real-market processes, regulatory frameworks, technology infrastructure, and hands-on case studies covering the entire capital market value chain. The program will run for 8 weeks, with assignments, simulations, and industry […] The post Register for Tekedia Nigerian Capital Market Masterclass with Internship Opportunities appeared first on Tekedia.

“Accounting firms are being asked to do more than ever before: deliver deeper insights, meet rising compliance demands, and do it all with less access to talent,” said Gretchen O’Hara, EVP Strategic Partnerships and Business Development, Sage. “With Sage Intacct, advisory firms can standardize delivery, reduce manual work, and spend more time where they add […]

Sage announced new AI-powered capabilities in Sage Intacct Advisory, an evolution of the Sage Intacct Accountants Program, to help accounting firms expand advisory services and better support growing businesses. The upgrade enhances Sage Intacct with a more structured, service-led approach, using AI-powered workflows and industry-specific templates and tools to streamline client onboarding and delivery. These […]

According to Statistics South Africa, the informal sector now accounts for 21.4% of all employment as of Q4 2025, reflecting the scale of income-generating activity taking place outside traditional structures. FNB has bolstered its Solopreneur offering, which allows self‑employed earners, freelancers, and independent workers to manage both personal and business finances in one place, combining […]

If you’re searching what is marvel rivals boosting, you’re usually trying to understand one simple thing: how players climb faster, unlock goals sooner, or skip the grind in marvel rivals without spending weeks in the same bracket. At its core, Marvel Rivals Boosting is a service by Eloboss that provides the best One Above All […]

Shareholders of MTN Nigeria Communications Plc are set to vote on Thursday on a proposed restructuring that will separate its financial technology business from its core telecommunications operations.

After a period of sideways trading, Ethereum (ETH) is currently consolidating around $2,333, with a narrow price range and no clear advantage for buyers or sellers. The duration of this consolidation between support at $2,300 and resistance near $2,350 increases the likelihood of a significant breakout. Market analysts suggest that Ethereum could potentially retake the […] The post Ethereum (ETH) Consolidates Near $2,333 Amid Whale Accumulation and Potential Breakout appeared first on Tekedia.