OpenAI to Acquire Neptune.ai to Strengthen Frontier AI Research and Model Training Infrastructure

OpenAI to Acquire Neptune.ai to Strengthen Frontier AI Research and Model Training Infrastructure
Uber Explores Electric Bikes for Moto Service in South Africa as Demand for Low-Cost Transport Surges

Uber is evaluating the introduction of electric bikes to its Moto service in South Africa to reduce costs, improve reliability, and meet rising demand for affordable two-wheel transportation in major cities.
Tems Shines in Spotify Wrapped 2025 as Nigeria’s Most-Exported Female Artist and Second Most-Streamed Woman
Tems dominates Spotify Wrapped 2025 as one of Nigeria’s most-exported artists and the second most-streamed woman, while rising stars like Fido, Kunmie, Faceless, and FOLA reshape the nation’s music charts.
Binance Junior Launches as Parent-Controlled Crypto App for Kids and Teens Aged 6–17
Binance has unveiled Binance Junior, a parent-supervised crypto sub-account for children aged 6–17
SEC Warns Nigerians as Glorious Wealth Fund Exposed as Ponzi Scheme

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has declared Glorious Wealth Fund (GWF) a Ponzi scheme after investors reported being unable to withdraw funds. The regulator warns Nigerians to avoid the platform and highlights over N300bn lost to Ponzi scams in recent years.
Google Year in Search 2025: iPhone 17, Straw Movie, Natasha Akpoti Top Nigeria’s Trending Queries

Google’s Year in Search 2025 reveals Nigeria’s top trending searches, led by iPhone 17, Straw movie, Club World Cup, and Senator Natasha Akpoti. The report highlights rising interest in AI-driven queries and growing curiosity across entertainment, politics, and tech.
Vodacom to Acquire Additional 15% Safaricom Stake in $1.6 Billion Deal, Raising Ownership to 55%

Vodacom, through Vodafone Kenya, will acquire a 15% stake in Safaricom from the Kenyan government in a $1.6 billion deal, increasing its ownership to 55% while the government reduces its stake to 20%.
Nigeria Approves Deployment of 4,000 Telecom Towers to Boost Connectivity for 23 Million Underserved Citizens

The Federal Executive Council has approved the rollout of 4,000 telecom towers to underserved Nigerian communities, aiming to close digital gaps for over 23 million citizens and accelerate broadband penetration.