Flutterwave Expands in Cameroon with Fully Licensed Digital Payment Services
Flutterwave, Africa’s leading fintech company, is boosting business growth in Cameroon with a robust suite of Central Bank-licensed digital payment solutions designed to support businesses of all sizes, from local shops to global enterprises.
Mastercard Launches AI-Powered Fraud Solution to Combat Card Scams Across Africa and EEMEA
Mastercard has unveiled a cutting-edge AI solution, Account Intelligence Reissuance, to combat rising card fraud across the Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA) region—streamlining the card reissuance process for banks and enhancing customer protection.
Ericsson Forecasts 5G Boom and Fintech Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa
The June 2025 Ericsson Mobility Report projects significant growth in 5G adoption and fintech services across Sub-Saharan Africa, driven by rising mobile data demand, digital innovation, and infrastructure expansion.
Starlink Reopens Sign-Ups in Key African Cities After Months-Long Freeze
SpaceX’s Starlink has quietly resumed new customer sign-ups in several African cities after a seven-month suspension caused by high demand and network congestion.
WhatsApp Banned on U.S. House of Representatives Devices Over Security Concerns
The U.S. House of Representatives has officially banned Meta Platforms’ WhatsApp messaging app from government-issued devices, citing serious cybersecurity concerns, according to a new memo issued to House staff.
Australia Regulator Challenges YouTube Exemption in Under-16s Social Media Ban
A clash between Australia’s eSafety Commissioner and YouTube has intensified over a proposed exemption for the video-sharing platform from a landmark teen social media ban set to take effect in December 2025.
UK May Force Google to Change Search Rankings to Ensure Fair Competition
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has announced plans to potentially compel Google to modify how it ranks businesses in its search engine results, aiming to foster fairer competition and boost innovation.
Over 7 Million Streaming Accounts Leaked in 2024
A new Kaspersky cybersecurity report has revealed a staggering 7,035,236 streaming service accounts were compromised in 2024, with popular platforms like Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon Prime Video among the most affected.
Microsoft Confirms 60-Day Limit for System Restore Points in Windows 11 Version 24H2
Microsoft has officially confirmed that System Restore points in Windows 11 will now be automatically deleted after 60 days, bringing much-needed clarity to a long-standing user concern.
