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Paystack has launched its first consumer product after nine years. The product called Zap is expected to help users make bank transfers in under 30 seconds.


Mukuru is expanding across Africa to tap into the mobile money boom, as digital payments rise and Sub-Saharan Africa leads global growth.


 Kenya’s High Court has dismissed a reverse call lawsuit against Safaricom, raising fresh concerns over how African innovators can protect their ideas in a fast-moving tech landscape.


Nigeria’s Human Rights Commission is taking on AI regulation, urging tech companies to prioritise human rights and ethical standards in their algorithmic systems.


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Does Influencer Marketing Convert? Let’s Talk About It.

Scroll through Instagram, Twitter (X), or TikTok for five minutes, and chances are, you’ll see an influencer selling something—be it…


Tunisia shuts down Bolt, other ride-hailing apps

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss Tunisia shutting down Bolt, a Nigerian AI startup developing patented algorithms with a potential $500 million exit, and Kenya’s High Court dismissing a lawsuit against Safaricom.

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10 reasons to exhibit your startup at Lagos Startup Expo 2.0

Every startup founder must surmount these primary hurdles: funding, visibility and adoption. Lagos Startup Expo connects you with investors and tech enthusiasts within your immediate target audience.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Withdrawing Crypto Directly to Your Nigerian Bank Account

As cryptocurrency adoption continues to rise, more people in Nigeria are earning and investing in digital assets. However, converting crypto…

9Mobile refutes shutdown rumour

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss 9Mobile’s denial of a shutdown, how telecom charges in Nigeria may vary by state, and MTN’s $356 million investment in South Africa’s network by 2025.

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Yango Ventures launches to back African startups with $20M fund

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss Yango Ventures’ $20 million fund to support African startups, the impact of social media on teenagers, and the NDPC’s investigation into TikTok and Truecaller.

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Why Filmora Is the Ultimate CapCut Replacement for Creators

I Spent 24 Hours Mastering Video Editing with Filmora AI Features  While CapCut has gained popularity for its mobile-friendly design…

How social media is influencing teenagers and what platforms are doing about it 

Teenagers have become trapped in the world of social media. They can go from one notification to spending several hours online. Explore how this affects them socially and mentally, as well as what these platforms are doing about it.

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5 categories of people who should be at the Lagos Startup Expo (LSE)

Whether you’re building the next big thing, investing in groundbreaking ideas, or simply curious about the future of technology in Africa, Lagos Startup Expo is the place to be!

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Is Lumi Business the Most Advanced Business Management Solution in Nigeria?

Is Lumi Business the Most Advanced Business Management Solution in Nigeria? In the crowded landscape of business management software, where…

Quidax lists Nigeria’s first regulated naira-backed stablecoin

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss Quidax listing cNGN, why 90% of startups fail, and how loan defaults force Decagon to pivot.

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Why over 50% of Africa’s startups might not survive

Startup failures are becoming more frequent. In conversation with Justin Stanford, General Partner at 4Di Capital, we explore why startups fail and what founders can do.

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Does Influencer Marketing Convert? Let’s Talk About It.

Scroll through Instagram, Twitter (X), or TikTok for five minutes, and chances are, you’ll see an influencer selling something—be it…