Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic is on the brink of closing a funding round that could reshape the way AI firms are financed and valued. According to people familiar with the matter who spoke to Bloomberg News, the company is now…

In a jaw-dropping error that shook the global cryptocurrency market this weekend, a major South Korean digital currency exchange accidentally transferred roughly $44 billion worth of bitcoins to users. The incident stunned traders and investors from Seoul to Lagos and…

In a determined push to uplift the quality of science education in Lagos public schools, EY Ripples has launched a comprehensive programme that is changing the way students learn and engage with science. The initiative is part of a broader…

In 2025, global investment in education technology reached approximately $2.6 billion, marking a cautious yet significant rebound in funding activity as the market shifts towards more practical, revenue‑oriented solutions. Investors and acquirers are no longer chasing speculative hype but prioritising credible…

Djibouti’s capital came alive on Friday with a sense of achievement and optimism as 250 young engineers graduated from programmes run entirely within the nation’s education system. The ceremony, attended by senior government officials and dignitaries, honoured the first cohort…

Asian share markets plunged on Friday as global financial markets maintained pressure following a sustained sell-off in technology stocks. Investors have grown increasingly cautious amid concerns around the pace of capital spending on artificial intelligence and questions about returns on…

Nigeria’s banking sector is entering 2026 with profound changes underway. The industry is facing new economic realities, shifting customer behaviour, evolving regulation, and technological disruption that are likely to redefine how financial services are delivered and consumed. After several years…

According to a report by The Times of India, Samsung has begun to share early teasers for its upcoming Galaxy S26 smartphone series, building excitement as the expected launch approaches later this month. With the company’s Unpacked event tipped for…

In the final quarter of 2025, Google’s financial results sent strong signals to Nigeria’s tech and business community about the ongoing shift in how global digital platforms make money. The parent company Alphabet reported a solid performance with notable gains…

In a major strategic shift that reflects the changing face of the financial technology world, Corpay, the corporate payments giant listed on the NYSE, has agreed to sell PayByPhone, its mobile parking payments business, to Lightyear Capital, a private equity…

Nigeria’s digital lending landscape is poised for significant change as open banking moves closer to full implementation. This shift could reshape how credit is priced, how lenders assess borrowers, and how millions of Nigerians access formal financial services. In a…

In a significant stride for women’s participation in technology and entrepreneurship across Nigeria, the sixth cohort of the Women in Tech Nigeria Accelerator has successfully graduated, spotlighting the continued drive to unlock opportunities for female founders in the digital economy.…

Abuja was at the centre of a pivotal conversation about data protection and digital trust as stakeholders from government, finance, and technology gathered for Nigeria’s National Privacy Week 2026. The week’s activities culminated in a high-profile summit where Optasia, a…

In a major leap for technology education in Africa, EvolveHQ Talent Hub, a leading Nigerian educational technology academy, has received accreditation from the American Council of Training and Development (ACTD). This recognition places the institution among a select group of…