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5 lessons I learned from building a comedy brand from a character named Tegwolo
When I first started animating the character Tegwolo, my goal was to make people laugh and capture the hilarious, everyday struggles of Nigerian life through cartoons. I never imagined that t
Reviewing #StartupSouthX’s inclusive gathering on innovation, culture, and capital
Port Harcourt, the vibrant oil city of Nigeria’s South-South, came alive earlier this month as it hosted the tenth edition of #StartupSouth, one of Africa’s most consistent and regionally foc
Uncover Secrets Pushing Bitcoin, BNB, and LINK to New Heights
Bitcoin (BTC) is currently trading at $123,300 with altcoins largely moving sideways. This past weekend defied the norm, as BTC reached a new all-time high (ATH) early on Sunday (local time)
How Nigeria plans to tax crypto holders and traders from January 2026
Beginning from January 1, 2026, residents in Nigeria, whether citizens or those who have stayed for six months or more, will be taxed on their global gains from digital assets. Holding crypto
Bitcoin Sets New Records, Sparking Speculation on Altcoin Surge
On Sunday, October 5th, Bitcoin reached a new all-time high, exceeding $125,000 and peaking at $125,700. Unlike past cycles, this milestone represents a more prolonged and stable rise for BTC
Binance Announces New Cryptocurrency Listing While Bitcoin Hits New High
The largest cryptocurrency exchange by volume, Binance, has announced a new cryptocurrency listing. As Bitcoin sets a new all-time high above $125,700, there is a growing anticipation that li
Learn How Ethereum’s Fusaka Update Cuts Data Load for Validators
Asset management company VanEck’s September report on the cryptocurrency market highlights the upcoming Fusaka update, set to launch on the Ethereum mainnet in December. This update promises
OKB Price Rallies to $227 with Strong Market Participation, Eyeing Retest of Historical Highs
OKB’s price soared to $227, climbing just 13% shy of its all-time high and confirming strong bullish momentum. Trading volume spiked to $606 million, validating the breakout and underscoring
Meet the top 10 Nigerian women leading fintech growth in 2025
Only a few know that the groundwork for what we now know as Fintech was laid by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Following a banking crisis in 2007, the apex bank launched the Payments Syst
The Battle of the Giants Begins: BlockDAG Executes
With Chainlink (LINK) pushing through ETF rumors and Cardano holding key support at $0.78, investors are paying close attention. Both rank among the top crypto coins, but their momentum is dr
Muslim Tech Expo 3.0. Showcasing The Hybrid Muslim Tech Professional
In today’s world, technology is no longer optional, it is the engine that drives economies, reshapes industries, and defines how communities live, connect, and grow. For Muslims across the gl
Tunisia hands rare death sentence to 56-year-old man over Facebook posts against the president
A Tunisian court sentenced a 56-year-old man to a rare death sentence for defaming the president and destabilising state security by sending defamatory messages on Facebook. The ruling has le
Meta and NDPC to resolve $32.8 million data privacy dispute out of court
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has initiated settlement negotiations with the Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC) following a $32.8 million fine for alleged violat
#StartupSouth: Stakeholders discuss southern Nigeria’s path to boundless connectivity
At the ongoing tenth edition of #StartupSouth, in Port Harcourt, conversations about innovation, policy, and infrastructure converged on one central theme: connectivity as destiny. For too lo
Crypto Coins Thrive as Aster and Solana Set New Records
Today, the absence of U.S. labor data and uncertainty about the government shutdown leave financial markets in anticipation. Meanwhile, Bitcoin continues to attract buyers above $120,000. Bin
3 years on, how well has Nigeria’s Startup Act shaped the tech ecosystem?
In October 2022, Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari signed the Nigeria Startup Act into law, exactly on October 19, 2022. For many in the tech ecosystem, it was more than a symbolic gesture
5 things you should know about the AI-powered 2026 FIFA World Cup official match ball
World football governing body FIFA has unveiled the official match ball for the 2026 World Cup. Named the ‘Trionda’, the match ball is powered by AI. Designed by Adidas, the ball has an inbui
Fed’s Current Direction Sparks Interest Beyond Monetary Policy Circles
In a dramatic twist of events, former President Trump attempted to undermine the independence of the Federal Reserve (Fed) during his tenure. Despite these efforts, he failed to secure majori
Africa’s digital future was on full display at GITEX Nigeria 2025
GITEX Nigeria 2025 wasn’t just another tech event. It was a bold statement about Africa’s place in the global innovation economy. The energy was electric as innovators, entrepreneurs, and glo
Bitcoin Defies Gravity with Surging Price and Market Excitement
In the last 24 hours, Bitcoin’s price soared to an impressive $121,000, creating a ripple effect across the cryptocurrency market. Several altcoins have hit new peaks, with BNB Coin surpassin
Rising from the ashes: Nweze Emeka’s story of building out of multiple failures
In the bustling tech corridors of Nigeria’s startup ecosystem, failure is often whispered about in hushed tones, something to be hidden, not celebrated. Yet for Nweze Ikechukwu Emeka, failure