How Long Does It Take to Get a Fintech Licence in Nigeria? Costs, Process & Timelines
Getting a fintech licence in Nigeria can take 6–18 months depending on licence type and documentation. Learn requirements, costs, delays, and regulatory hurdles fintech startups face.
MTN to Resume Telkom SA Acquisition Talks by End of 2025 Amid Telecom Market Shake-Up
MTN Group plans to restart acquisition talks with Telkom SA by late 2025, aiming to expand its 298M subscriber base and challenge Vodacom in South Africa’s $10.43B telecom market.
Nigeria Slips to 6th as India and U.S. Lead Chainalysis 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index
Chainalysis’ 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index ranks India first and the U.S. second, while Nigeria falls to sixth amid growing institutional adoption and regulatory shifts.
Trump to Impose Tariffs on Semiconductor Imports From Firms Not Producing in U.S.
President Donald Trump announces plans to impose tariffs on semiconductor imports from companies not moving production to the U.S., pressuring chipmakers like TSMC and Samsung to expand U.S. investments.
Chinese Tech Firms Still Seek Nvidia AI Chips Despite Government Pressure
ByteDance and other Chinese firms remain eager to buy Nvidia’s H20 and upcoming B30A AI chips, despite Beijing discouraging purchases amid U.S.-China tech tensions.
AI Adoption Has Limited Impact on Jobs So Far, New York Fed Reports
The New York Fed says rising AI adoption has not caused significant layoffs yet, with most firms opting for retraining instead of job cuts. However, future job impacts may increase as AI integration expands.
OpenAI to Launch First AI Chip in 2026 with Broadcom Partnership
OpenAI will release its first AI chip in 2026 in collaboration with Broadcom, aiming to reduce reliance on Nvidia and optimize computing power for ChatGPT and other AI systems.
Ghana Targets 350,000 Youth for Coding and Digital Skills Training in 2025
Ghana’s Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations partners with Code Raccoon Ltd to train 350,000 youth annually in coding, AI, and cybersecurity with dual accreditation for global opportunities.
Truecaller Unveils AI-Powered Caller ID with Real-Time Contextual Insights for Safer Calls
Truecaller has launched an AI-powered Caller ID that delivers real-time contextual insights, helping users detect scams, identify businesses, and understand call intent instantly.
Nigeria’s FCCPC Introduces New Regulations to Tackle Unethical Digital Lending Practices
The FCCPC has introduced new regulations to curb unethical digital lending in Nigeria. Lenders must register within 90 days or face fines of up to ₦100 million, ensuring consumer protection and responsible digital finance.
