Starlink Surpasses 9 Million Users Globally as Satellite Internet Demand Accelerates
SpaceX’s Starlink has crossed 9 million global users across 155 countries, driven by rising satellite internet demand and rapid growth in Nigeria and Africa.
Crypto Spending Goes Mainstream as Visa-Backed Cards Record 525% Growth in 2025
Visa-backed crypto cards recorded a 525% surge in real-world spending in 2025, driven by DeFi-native cards using stablecoins for everyday payments.
Nigerian Telecoms Recorded 118 Network Outages in December 2025 — NCC Data
Nigeria’s telecoms sector suffered 118 network outages in December 2025, driven by power failures, fibre cuts, and vandalism, according to data from the NCC Uptime Portal.
Nigeria’s Telecoms Sector to Shift From Consolidation to Expansion in 2026 — ATCON
ATCON projects Nigeria’s telecoms industry will move from consolidation in 2025 to expansion in 2026, driven by rising digital demand, investor confidence, and improved policy coordination.
Meta Acquires Agentic AI Startup Manus in $2 Billion Deal to Transform WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook
Meta has acquired Singapore-based AI startup Manus in a deal valued at over $2 billion, signalling a strategic shift toward agentic AI across WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook.
Starlink to Lower 4,400 Satellites in 2026 to Reduce Collision Risks and Improve Space Safety
Elon Musk’s Starlink plans to lower about 4,400 satellites in 2026, cutting deorbit times and reducing collision risks as solar minimum conditions approach.
Airtel Africa Repurchases 40.93 Million Shares Under $100 Million Buyback Programme
Airtel Africa has repurchased 40.93 million shares worth about ₦122.7 billion under its $100 million share buyback programme, supporting per-share metrics and investor value.
Flutterwave Acquires Open Banking Startup Mono in $25–$40 Million All-Stock Deal
Flutterwave has acquired Nigerian open banking startup Mono in an all-stock deal valued at $25–$40 million, strengthening its payments, data, and identity infrastructure across Africa.
