The new system, overseen by the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), the country's tax authority, requires digital asset exchanges to upload transaction data into a centralised platform designed to calculate applicable taxes.

As smart glasses evolve from experimental gadget to everyday device, a deeper question surfaces: when these glasses are used to harass, exploit, or defame, who pays?

Lagos’s 6,000 km fiber rollout (by 2027): $200M for state network, 85% within 5 km, 5x faster internet, smart cameras and IoT for city services. The post Lagos Digital Highway: Map, Route, Cost, Completion Date & Impact on Fiber and Smart City Tech appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Fido Ghana, a digital financial services provider, has secured $5.5 million in debt financing from Symbiotics, according to company announcements. The debt investment came from the Regional MSME Investment Fund for Sub-Saharan Africa (REGMIFA), managed by Swiss-based impact investment manager Symbiotics, according to a February 18, 2026 statement. The proceeds will support expansion of Fido […] The post Digital Lender Fido Ghana Secures $5.5 Million Debt Investment from Symbiotics appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Kenya’s State Department for ICT and the Digital Economy met with Amazon LEO representatives to discuss satellite broadband connectivity, according to official statements. Meeting Details John Kipchumba Tanui, Principal Secretary for the State Department, met with Amazon representatives on February 23, 2026. The Amazon delegation was led by Farouk Shamas Jiwa, Senior Manager for International […] The post Kenya State Department Meets Amazon LEO Representatives to Discuss Satellite Broadband Deployment appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigeria and the European Union signed a science and technology cooperation agreement in Abuja, according to official statements. The agreement was signed by Gautier Mignot, head of the EU delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, and Kingsley Udeh, Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Research, and Technology. The cooperation framework provides access to the European Commission’s Horizon Europe […] The post Nigeria and European Union Sign Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement appeared first on Tech In Africa.

M-KOPA Nigeria has released its first Impact Report, announcing over ₦230 billion in credit unlocked for over 1 million customers, becoming M-KOPA’s fastest-growing market and fastest to reach this milestone. The report highlights the company’s contribution to income generation, digital inclusion and economic opportunity for Every Day Earners across the country. Since 2019, M-KOPA Nigeria […] The post Nigeria Becomes M-KOPA’s Fastest-Growing Market as over ₦230 Billion in Credit Unlocks Income Growth for over 1 Million Customers appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) (www.AfDB.org) and the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) have signed a $16.61 million grant agreement to launch the third phase of the Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation Program (TAAT-III), aimed at scaling climate-resilient food production across the continent. The agreement, signed on 18 February 2026 in Abuja, bolsters […] The post African Development Bank Group awards $16.6 million grant to International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) to scale agricultural technologies in Afric appeared first on Tech In Africa.

You spend hours every day building a digital footprint. You upload photos, manage your money through apps and store sensitive documents in the cloud. But what happens to that data when you are no longer around to log in? Most people assume their online presence simply fades away. The reality is much messier. Without a […]

On  February 2, 2026, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) released its Fintech Policy Insight Report, developed through a survey of fintech executives, a closed-door stakeholder workshop in June 2025, and the CBN Fintech Roundtable in October 2025. The report is the clearest signal yet that the regulator is actively designing the next phase of […]

In today’s fast-paced digital world, finding the right content quickly has become a priority. Music, podcasts, videos, tutorials, and even educational recordings are constantly being created, uploaded, and shared online. With this vast pool of media, users increasingly rely on digital search tools to locate what they need efficiently. Specialized platforms designed to help people […] The post The Growing Role of Digital Media Search Tools in Everyday Life appeared first on Tekedia.

Coinbase has launched 24/5 stock and ETF trading for all U.S. users, allowing seamless trading of thousands of equities; starting with over 8,000 stocks and ETFs directly alongside crypto holdings in the same app. This includes zero-commission trading, fractional shares from as little as $1, and instant funding via USD or USDC with extra rewards […] The post Coinbase Launches 24/5 Stock and ETF Trading Alongside Cryptos appeared first on Tekedia.

Crypto ETFs, particularly spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ones, have been experiencing sustained net outflows in early 2026, marking a reversal from stronger inflows in prior periods. Broader digital asset products including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and others saw $288 million in net outflows last week, extending a five-week losing streak with cumulative outflows reaching $4.0 billion. This […] The post With Continued Outflows on Spot BTC and ETH, ETFs Could Test Lower Supports  appeared first on Tekedia.

Bhutan has recently introduced the world’s first blockchain-powered digital nomad visa, integrated with the Solana network. This innovative program was launched in early 2026 under the Gelephu Mindfulness City Authority (GMCA) and marks a significant step in blending national immigration policy with cryptocurrency infrastructure. Applicants must purchase $10,000 worth of TER tokens — a gold-backed, […] The post Bhutan Launches World’s First Blockchain-Powered Digital Nomad Visa on Solana appeared first on Tekedia.

Checkr’s push into government identity verification highlights a growing tension: AI may help curb improper payments, but automating eligibility decisions risks legal, technical, and human fallout. San Francisco-based identity verification startup Checkr is setting its sights on a new frontier: U.S. government contracts aimed at reducing fraud and improper payments in programs such as Medicare […] The post Checkr Eyes Government Contracts to Tackle Benefit Fraud with AI-driven Tech, but Experts Warn of Legal and Technical Pitfalls appeared first on Tekedia.

MicroStrategy (MSTR)—often referred to as Strategy in recent reports—has become the most shorted stock among large-cap U.S. companies; market cap over $25 billion, based on data from sources like FactSet, Goldman Sachs, and various market analyses. Short interest is around 14% of its market cap; some reports cite 11-14%, with figures like ~$4.85 billion in […] The post MicroStrategy MSTR Becomes Most Shorted Stock among Large-cap U.S Companies appeared first on Tekedia.

The business brokerage industry is undergoing a digital revolution. What once required months of phone calls and stacks of paper can now happen in weeks—thanks to specialized fintech platforms that connect buyers and sellers globally. According to Bain & Company, global M&A activity surged to $4.9 trillion in 2025. And online platforms are leading this […] The post How Online Platforms Are Changing the Way Businesses Are Bought and Sold appeared first on Tekedia.

The partnership between Pesalink and the PAPSS allows banks and mobile money operators in Kenya to receive cross-border transfers in local currency. 

Digital entertainment has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past decade, driven by rapid technological advancement and shifting consumer expectations. Among the industries leading this evolution is online gaming, where casino platforms are redefining how users interact with entertainment in real time. Modern platforms now combine streaming technology, interactive gameplay, and mobile accessibility to deliver […] The post How Online Casinos Are Revolutionizing Digital Entertainment appeared first on Tekedia.

For all Nairobi’s restless energy, his encounters with it have been largely professional, compressed into boardrooms and back-to-back schedules.

Institutional investors primarily investment advisors and hedge funds sold Bitcoin ETF shares equivalent to approximately 25,000 BTC during Q4 2025 (October–December 2025). This data comes from 13F filings analyzed by Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart, who highlighted it in posts and commentary around February 24–25, 2026. The sales represented a net reduction in exposure, valued […] The post Institutional Investors and Hedge Funds Sold Approximately 25,000 BTC in Q4 2025 appeared first on Tekedia.

Software stocks are underperforming the Nasdaq 100 by a record or near-record margin. This trend stems primarily from investor fears that rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI)—particularly agentic AI tools and automation capabilities from companies like Anthropic—could disrupt traditional software-as-a-service (SaaS) models, reduce demand for certain enterprise applications, and compress valuations across the sector. Software […] The post Software Stocks Underperforming the Nasdaq 100 by a Record or Near-Record Margin appeared first on Tekedia.

E Don Kast allows voters to upload polling unit results during elections and provide updates on INEC officers or voting conditions.

President Donald Trump has reiterated that he will not pardon Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), the convicted former FTX CEO. This comes amid SBF’s recent social media campaign from prison, where he has praised Trump’s policies, supported crypto-friendly legislation like the CLARITY Act, criticized past regulators, and attempted to align himself with the administration—apparently in hopes of […] The post Trump Shuts down Pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried  appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin has staged a notable rebound, after the price of the crypto asset climbed more than $2,000 on Tuesday, to reclaim the $66,000 level as traders adopted a risk-on posture ahead of the State of the Union address by Donald Trump. The recovery followed Monday’s $203.8 million in outflows and helped push weekly flows for […] The post Bitcoin Reclaims $66,000 as Risk Appetite Returns Ahead of Key U.S. Data appeared first on Tekedia.

On Saturday, February 28, 2026, Tekedia Capital will hold its biannual Portfolio Business Review, where we will share updates on the performance and progress of our portfolio companies. Across our ecosystem, we are witnessing what can best be described as a Cambrian moment in entrepreneurial capitalism, a period of rapid experimentation and new market formations, […] The post Tekedia Capital Portfolio Business Review Is On Feb 28 appeared first on Tekedia.

Since entering Nigeria in 2019, asset financing company M-KOPA has deployed more than ₦231 billion ($170.34 million) in credit to over one million customers, positioning smartphone financing as one of the fastest-growing entry points into formal credit for low-income Nigerians.

New Data Privacy Law in South Africa: Key Changes for Businesses South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act, updated with amended regulations in April 2025, tightened consent, breach reporting, and enforcement. This article explains the changes, practical steps for startups and SMEs, and resources to get compliant quickly. TechCity

M-PESA Ethiopia and Gebeya Inc., Africa’s AI-powered creator platform, announced the launch of the Dala AI Bundle—a new subscription offering that allows Ethiopians to access advanced AI creation tools and make payments directly through M-PESA. The partnership marks the first time an African mobile money operator has bundled AI-powered creation tools as a mainstream product, […]

Nigeria has secured its first major commitments from European partners for its national fibre-optic rollout, Project BRIDGE.

Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad (“Kenanga Group”), Malaysia’s leading independent investment bank, and the Stellar Development Foundation (“Stellar”), a US-based non-profit organization that supports the Stellar network, today introduced Myrra, a dedicated token platform that leverages the Stellar blockchain to enable the tokenization of real-world assets. The inaugural deployment on the Myrra platform is the tokenization […]

Small images can be so annoying. They are ideal for viewing on your phone screen but become so distorted when you need to print them or scale them up for larger designs. They become pixelated, their corners become fuzzy, and their detail gets lost in the process. This is exactly why people have turned to […]

With over $5 trillion traded every single day, the forex (foreign exchange) market is the largest, most liquid market in the world. With forex trading, you speculate on the value of one currency against another. To be successful at forex trading, it’s essential to understand how to read the various forex charts and use them […]

In today's edition: Starlink reopens business-tier plans in Nigeria || GTBank Kenya appeals CAK fine || South Africa to monitor cross-border crypto flows || South Africa pushes for more data centres

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | February 23, 2026 Key Points Nigeria’s push toward credible, technology-driven elections is once again under scrutiny as persistent network coverage gaps raise concerns over the electronic transmission of results across parts of the country. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) introduced electronic transmission to strengthen transparency, reduce manual collation disputes, and […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has cautioned that Nigeria’s $6 billion capital importation in the third quarter of 2025, while statistically impressive, may not represent durable economic transformation. In a statement, CPPE Chief Executive Officer Muda Yusuf described the 380 percent year-on-year and 17 percent quarter-on-quarter surge as a “remarkable rebound,” […] The post CPPE Warns Nigeria’s $6bn Capital Inflows Mask Structural Weakness appeared first on Tekedia.