LemFi, a rising star in the financial technology (FinTech) sector, has announced the strategic appointment of Allen Qu to lead its expansion into the vast Chinese market. This move signals LemFi’s commitment to becoming a global leader in innovative international…
South Africa’s Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has successfully brought its website back online after a cyberattack targeted its database. The incident, which occurred earlier this week, raised concerns about potential data breaches and prompted the CIPC to take…
The Nigerian government has made it mandatory for all citizens to link their National Identification Number (NIN) with their bank accounts to enhance security and combat financial fraud. This directive has prompted an increase in inquiries regarding the latest and…
In a move designed to empower and retain its driver partners, Bolt Nigeria has launched the Bolt Rewards programme, offering enticing fuel and insurance discounts. This program comes amidst rising fuel costs, a major concern for ride-hailing drivers, and aims…
In a significant move that could reshape the African pay-TV landscape, French media conglomerate Canal+ has upped its offer to acquire South African pay-TV operator Multichoice Group Ltd. for $2.9 billion. This revised offer, representing a 19% increase from the…
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC), the official body overseeing South Africa’s business registry, has been targeted by a cyberattack, leaving sensitive data potentially compromised. The attack, believed to have been carried out by a group of hackers, has…
In a landmark decision that could have far-reaching implications for the tech industry, the European Commission slapped a hefty €1.84 billion (approximately $2 billion) fine on Apple on March 4, 2024, for antitrust violations related to its handling of music…
Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE), the arm of Sony responsible for the iconic PlayStation brand, announced a significant restructuring effort on February 27, 2024. This restructuring involves layoffs affecting approximately 900 PlayStation employees, representing 8% of the division’s global workforce. Additionally,…
Egyptian football enthusiasts can now celebrate as Mastercard, a global leader in payment technology and official sponsor of the UEFA Champions League, has partnered with the National Bank of Egypt (NBE) to launch the first-ever UEFA Champions League credit card…
South Africa’s Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC), the government agency responsible for business registrations and intellectual property oversight, confirmed a cyber attack on February 29th, 2024. The attack exposed the personal information of both clients and employees, raising concerns…
