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AI FEST AFRICA 2026: Harvoxx Tech Hub Unveils a Continental AI Movement in Port Harcourt

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Meta agrees to pay up to $16.7 billion to US states over teen harm claims

Meta Platforms settled a landmark lawsuit brought by multiple US states over allegations its platforms harmed teenagers, agreeing to pay up to $16.7 billion.

Jigawa can now plan digital growth with a new NITDA infrastructure push

Nigeria's tech regulator is urging Jigawa State to build strategic digital infrastructure, opening a path for local tech jobs and services.

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Ghana turns down MTN's GHS20m donation for xenophobia victims

The Government of Ghana has declined a GHS20 million offer from MTN Ghana meant for Ghanaian victims of xenophobic attacks in South Africa.

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Google unveils Gemini 3.5 Transcribe for speech-to-text in 85+ languages

Google has launched Gemini 3.5 Transcribe, a speech-to-text model built for more accurate, natural audio transcription across over 85 languages.

Nvidia revenue doubles to $96.2 billion as AI demand keeps rising

Chipmaker Nvidia posted $96.2 billion in quarterly revenue, more than double a year earlier and above Wall Street forecasts.

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OPay plans to list on Nigerian Exchange

Nigerian fintech company OPay has announced plans to list on the Nigerian Exchange, according to Nairametrics.

Nigeria moves to deepen trade and tech ties with Thailand

The Federal Government is expanding cooperation with Thailand across agriculture, technology, commerce and renewable energy.

GTA 6 fans saw leaked gameplay early — Rockstar calls it 'heartbreaking'

Rockstar Games has addressed the massive Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay leak, apologising to fans who saw the unfinished game before its official reveal.

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Students can now pay school fees through Flutterwave and Convera's new global tie-up

Flutterwave and Convera are partnering to give students more flexible, multi-method tuition payment options across regions.

Aug 26, 2026

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African founders gain new $84m seed fund as Ventures Platform closes oversubscribed round

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Farmers Win as ThriveAgric Closes Oversubscribed ₦5.3 Billion Debt Raise

Agritech startup ThriveAgric has closed an oversubscribed ₦5.3 billion commercial paper issuance, first under a ₦50 billion SEC-approved debt programme.

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Exporters get new customs chief as Lilypond command changes leadership

Nigeria Customs has named Deputy Comptroller Olusola Salako as acting controller of its Lagos export command, following the retirement of Samuel Ariyibi.

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Fintechs and Banks can Now Apply for a Lagos Sprint to Turn Gender Data into Real Products

A three-day design sprint in Lagos this September will help financial players turn gender-disaggregated data into practical tools and policies.

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The Engineer Who Saw the Human Gap in Aviation Cybersecurity, And Built the Platform to Close It

When security researchers talk about vulnerabilities in aviation systems, the conversation tends to focus on infrastructure. Firewalls. Network perimeters. Software patches. The assumption embedded in most threat models is that if the technology is hardened, the system is safe.

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MTN customers could get direct loans as telco seeks banking licences

Africa's largest telecoms operator is exploring deposit-taking banking licences so it can lend from its own balance sheet, not just through partner banks.

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