Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has directed the country’s telecom regulator to impose automatic penalties on operators for network failures within 90 days.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has recently upgraded the operating licenses of several major fintech companies and microfinance banks (MFBs), including OPay, Moniepoint MFB, Kuda Bank, Palmpay, and Paga, to national status. This allows them to formally operate nationwide, aligning their licenses with their existing operational footprint after meeting compliance requirements, e.g., higher capital […] The post Nigeria’s Central Bank Upgrades Major Fintechs to National MFB Status, Formalising Nationwide Operation appeared first on Tekedia.

MultiChoice’s DStv is doubling down on affordability as competition from streaming platforms intensifies.

Ozak AI, which has raised close to $6 million in presale funding thus far, emerged as one of the top AI-based tokens as it began to take over the cryptocurrency market. Ozak AI’s aggressive Presale growth demonstrates how investors support the token. The token has demonstrated success in Presale Growth despite the bearish market. The […] The post With Presale Growth Exceeding Expectations, Analysts Predict Ozak AI Could Achieve Triple-Digit ROI Instantly appeared first on Tekedia.

As online casinos continue to expand globally, players are faced with an overwhelming number of choices. Slots, live dealer games, blackjack, and real money platforms are now available across hundreds of sites, many of which look similar on the surface. Determining which platforms are genuinely reliable has become one of the biggest challenges in online […] The post Crypto Casino Launches Community-Powered Platform for Online Casino, Slots, and Live Dealer Reviews appeared first on Tekedia.

Nifty Gateway, a pioneering NFT marketplace owned by Gemini acquired in 2019 has officially announced it will shut down on February 23, 2026. As of January 24, 2026, the platform entered withdrawal-only mode, meaning no new trading, listings, or purchases are possible. Users have roughly one month until the closure date to withdraw any remaining […] The post Nifty’s Shutdown Reflects Legacy NFT Platforms Fading amid Market Reset appeared first on Tekedia.

A growing number of U.S. states are moving toward sweeping restrictions on new data center construction, as the explosive growth of facilities needed to power artificial intelligence collides with electricity shortages, water stress, rising utility bills, and intensifying political scrutiny. What began as a series of local zoning disputes has now escalated into a statewide […] The post Georgia Leads As U.S. States Weigh Sweeping Data Center Bans Over AI Power Demand appeared first on Tekedia.

Michael Burry, the investor immortalized in The Big Short for anticipating the 2008 financial crisis, has once again trained his sights on GameStop, the video game retailer that became the defining symbol of the meme-stock era. This time, however, Burry is at pains to distance his move from the speculative frenzy that propelled the stock […] The post Michael Burry Returns to GameStop, Framing a Long-Term Value Bet Rather Than a Meme Revival appeared first on Tekedia.

PayPal has returned to Nigeria. That is good news. But beyond the headline lies a deeper lesson for any nation seeking economic greatness. PayPal did not return because a delegation of politicians travelled to Silicon Valley to “invite” it. No. It returned because Nigeria, especially the young people, built an ecosystem that made its absence […] The post PayPal Returns to Nigeria And The Lessons for a Nation appeared first on Tekedia.

South African financial technology company Ozow has this week announced the appointment of Catherine Korsten as its new Chief Growth Officer (CGO), effective January 2026. With a career spanning nearly two decades across traditional finance, portfolio management, and high-volume payment sectors, Korsten joins the Ozow executive team at a pivotal moment. As CGO, she will […]

After years of exit from the Nigerian market, PayPal has officially returned. The global payments giant had previously exited Nigeria, limiting the ability of local users to receive international payments. Now through partnership with Paga, a Nigerian fintech, the payments company wants to enable global payments for Nigerians, marking a major step forward for the […] The post PayPal Finally Returns to Nigeria After Years Away: Teams up With Paga to Enable Global Payments appeared first on Tekedia.

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has called for a stronger crackdown on Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet” — a network of aging oil tankers that Moscow uses to evade Western sanctions on its oil exports following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. In statements made during talks in Riga with Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže on January […] The post Johann Wadephul Calls for a Stronger Crackdown on Russia’s So-called Shadow Fleet appeared first on Tekedia.

27 janvier 2026 Hello! Welcome back to Francophone Weekly by TechCabal, your weekly deep dive into the tech ecosystem across French-speaking Africa. Previous editions have been published on the web, but email versions of the newsletter will land directly in your inbox every Tuesday at noon. By default, this newsletter is in French—but don’t worry, […]

Wave Mobile Money, in partnership with Visa and Ecobank Senegal, announces the official launch of the virtual payment card integrated into the Wave app for users in Senegal. Designed to meet a growing need among African users: access to modern, reliable, and transparent payment methods. The Wave Visa virtual card enables users to make online […]

Paga, Nigeria’s pioneering fintech company, and PayPal, the global payments and commerce platform, today announced the availability of live account linking for customers in Nigeria. The integration enables users to access PayPal-supported cross-border payments directly through Paga’s digital wallet, allowing them to receive international payments and withdraw funds locally in Naira. With this integration, users […] The post PayPal Goes Live In Nigeria Through Paga, Enabling Global Payments And Local Withdrawals appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Vennre, a wealth creation platform enabling HENRYs (High Earners, Not Rich Yet) to access private market opportunities, today announced the successful close of its Pre-Series A funding round, raising USD 9.6 million through a hybrid equity and debt structure. The round was co-led by Vision Ventures and anb seed Fund, with participation from Sanabil 500, […] The post Vennre Raises USD 9.6M Pre-Series A to Redefine Private Market Access in MENA appeared first on Tekedia.

Sage has just announced a new global partnership with Augusta Labs, an applied AI lab that helps enterprises build and scale AI transformation. Businesses now expect more from the software they rely on, including faster insights, smarter automation, and experiences that feel effortless. Delivering that level of performance depends on how quickly AI can be […]

South Africa’s mobility sector enters 2026 shaped by persistent cost pressure, fuel price volatility, and a labor market where alternative income streams remain critical. These conditions are pushing platforms to prioritize resilience, fairness, and operational discipline first, instead of simply focusing on rapid expansion. Ashif Black, country representative for inDrive South Africa, speaks on his […]

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PayPal’s entry mirrors a broader shift in how global payments firms are approaching Nigeria.

In today's edition: CBN levels up fintechs || KCB acquires Riverbank || Icasa tightens data rules || Revego gets $62M

Microsoft Corp. has begun deploying its second-generation artificial intelligence chip, Maia 200, marking a major step in the company’s long-term effort to build its own AI hardware, rein in soaring computing costs, and reduce dependence on Nvidia’s dominant processors. The Maia 200 chip, produced by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., is now being deployed in Microsoft […] The post Microsoft rolls out Maia 200 AI chip as it deepens bid to cut costs and loosen Nvidia’s grip on cloud computing appeared first on Tekedia.

This week kicks off the peak of Q4 2025 earnings season, with a heavy focus on Big Tech and the “Magnificent 7” stocks driving much of the attention. Investors are particularly watching for updates on AI investments, consumer spending trends, and forward guidance amid ongoing economic uncertainties. Smaller but notable names like SoFi Technologies (SOFI), […] The post Investors Are Watching for Updates on AI Investments and Spending Trends appeared first on Tekedia.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently dismissed its lawsuit against Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by billionaire twins Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss. The SEC originally filed the enforcement action in January 2023, accusing Gemini of illegally offering unregistered securities through its now-defunct Gemini Earn lending program. The product allowed users to earn […] The post U.S. SEC Dismisses Lawsuit Against the Winklevoss Twins  appeared first on Tekedia.

The US housing market in early 2026 shows signs of shifting toward more balance after years of low inventory and high competition. Housing inventory has been rising significantly. Active listings grew notably through 2025, with reports indicating year-over-year increases around 12% in some monthly comparisons to late 2024, and higher peaks earlier in 2025. While […] The post U.S Housing Market Shows Signs of Shifting Toward more Balanced Inventory appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI, the firm behind ChatGPT and one of the most influential AI labs in the world, finds itself at a critical crossroads. Its early lead in generative AI, which Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has described as a two-year uncontested advantage, allowed the company to define the modern conversational AI market and attract unprecedented attention from […] The post OpenAI’s AI Ambitions Fuel Skyrocketing Costs with Projected $40bn Loss by 2028, Raising Sustainability Questions appeared first on Tekedia.

Precious metals are on a massive tear right now in January 2026. Silver has smashed through to a new all-time high, surging above $110 per ounce amid intense safe-haven buying, industrial demand especially in solar, EVs, and AI-related tech, and broader macroeconomic uncertainty. Spot silver hit records like $110.90 earlier today and is currently trading […] The post Silver and Gold Continue Rally Amid Intense Safe Haven Demands appeared first on Tekedia.

Automated optimisation is changing how online casinos improve their games. Data replaces guesswork. Algorithms guide adjustments. Every decision is now informed by behaviour, not assumptions. Advanced platforms use internal analytics to refine bonus timing, session balance, and feature interaction. The official 1xbetting sportsbook website demonstrates this approach, offering integrated data infrastructure across sports and casino […] The post Automated Game Optimisation Through Machine Learning in Online Casinos appeared first on Tekedia.

India is on the verge of its most far-reaching opening of the automobile sector, preparing to slash import tariffs on cars from the European Union as negotiations for a long-awaited free trade agreement reach their final stage. The move would mark a turning point for a market that has remained heavily protected for decades, even […] The post India Moves to Cut EU Car Import Tariffs in Landmark Trade Shift as Free Trade Pact Nears appeared first on Tekedia.

South Korea’s push to build nationally controlled artificial intelligence capabilities is reshaping its position in the global technology race, with overseas analysts now placing the country third worldwide in AI development, behind only the United States and China. President Lee Jaemyung said the milestone underscores the impact of South Korea’s National Sovereign AI Initiative, a […] The post South Korea’s Sovereign AI Push Lifts Country into Global Top 3 – President Lee Jaemyung appeared first on Tekedia.

In a transaction that underscores the explosive growth of the creator economy, Khaby Lame—the Senegalese-Italian TikTok phenom with the platform’s largest following—has finalized a groundbreaking $900 million to $975 million all-stock deal with U.S.-listed Rich Sparkle Holdings, announced in mid-January 2026 and closed on January 23. The agreement involves the partial sale of Lame’s primary […] The post TikTok’s Khaby Lame Secures Landmark $900M Deal with Rich Sparkle Holdings, Redefining Creator Economy Scale appeared first on Tekedia.

Under the policy — dubbed “no vision, no registration, no UTME” — examinations will be monitored live from JAMB’s headquarters in Abuja.

TechCabal Insights launched the State of Tech in Africa (SOTIA) report on January 23 2026. To discuss these findings, industry leaders, including investors, operators, and ecosystem stakeholders, gathered for a roundtable session.

Crypto markets are flashing mixed signals this week. Binance Coin price today has pushed higher from $787 to roughly $911, breaking out of a bearish formation and reclaiming key technical zones ahead of the upcoming Fermi hard fork. This upgrade is expected to cut block confirmation time to 0.45 seconds, improving overall BSC network performance. […] The post BNB and ZEC Gain Momentum, BlockDAG Sees $1 Projections Ahead of Presale Close! Which Is the Next Crypto to Explode? appeared first on Tekedia.

AYuTe—short for Agriculture, Youth, and Technology—is Heifer International’s flagship initiative designed to support proven, farmer-ready innovations with the potential to reshape Africa’s food systems. Speaking at the launch in Abuja on Thursday, Heifer International’s Nigeria Country Director, Dr Lekan Tobe, said the 2026 edition of the challenge will focus on climate-smart solutions that are technically […] The post Heifer International launches AYuTe Nigeria 2026, offering $40,000 in grants for climate-smart agritech solutions appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The Republic of Congo is preparing to connect to a new undersea cable in response to faults on the WACS system that have disrupted internet access in recent weeks. Authorities said technical studies started late last week and are expected to be completed within two weeks. Benjamin Mouandza, director of networks and electronic communications services […] The post Republic of Congo begins technical studies to connect to new undersea cable following WACS disruptions appeared first on Tech In Africa.