StarkWare launches $4 million fund to invest in blockchain startups
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StarkWare launches $4 million fund to invest in blockchain startups

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StarkWare launches $4 million fund to invest in African blockchain startups as the continent embraces growing blockchain adoption. StarkWare is an Israeli blockchain infrastructure company valued at $8 billion with an Africa-focused fund will provide grants of up to $150,000 to early-stage startups. While larger investments are available for projects

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Nigeria’s SEC to issue crypto licences faster in 2025
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Nigeria’s SEC to issue crypto licences faster in 2025

February 6, 2025
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Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to issue crypto licences faster in 2025 as part of its efforts to regulate the cryptocurrency market and protect consumers. The regulator aims to expedite approvals to address the need for clear regulations in a largely unregulated market. Since launching the Accelerated Regulatory Incubation

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Why I Use Lean Canvas for My Business Services
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Why I Use Lean Canvas for My Business Services

February 6, 2025
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The competitiveness of modern business demands a lean, agile approach to strategy and planning. If you’re a business owner or entrepreneur seeking to streamline operations and improve service delivery, the lean canvas for my business services offers a simple yet effective framework. This blog post will guide you through the

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6 business model canvas examples to learn from this year
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6 business model canvas examples to learn from this year

February 6, 2025
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The Business Model Canvas (BMC) has revolutionized the way businesses—both startups and established companies—design, test, and refine their business strategies. So whether you’re looking to innovate your current business model or start a new venture from scratch, the insights that will shared in this article will help you understand, adapt,

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6 Best Business Models for Startups This Year
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6 Best Business Models for Startups This Year

February 6, 2025
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Building a startup is a journey filled with countless decisions – from product development and marketing to operations and financing. One of the most critical decisions a founder makes is choosing the right business model. Whether you are bootstrapping your venture or attracting investors, having a robust business model is

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FEC approves two initiatives to bolster Nigeria’s digital economy
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FEC approves two initiatives to bolster Nigeria’s digital economy

February 5, 2025
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The Federal Executive Council (FEC), led by President Bola Tinubu, approves two initiatives to bolster Nigeria’s digital economy: This initiative, leveraging a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) funding model, will improve access to digital services, spur economic growth, and enhance the overall quality of life. Both initiatives align with the Infrastructure pillar

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Warner Music and Audiomack expand licensing deal to more African countries
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Warner Music and Audiomack expand licensing deal to more African countries

February 5, 2025
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Warner Music and Audiomack expand licensing deal to include 47 additional countries, enhancing the global availability of Warner Music Group (WMG)’s music catalogue. This expansion includes key African nations such as Uganda and Zimbabwe, providing local artists with greater exposure and access to international audiences. By extending its licensed territories,

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IBM exits Nigeria, Ghana, and key African markets
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IBM exits Nigeria, Ghana, and key African markets

February 5, 2025
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American technology company IBM exits Nigeria, Ghana, and other key African markets, transferring its regional functions to MIBB, a subsidiary of Midis Group, a multinational IT and telecommunications conglomerate operating across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. This move comes as part of a new operating model that IBM will implement in

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Polaris and other banks are exploring ways to comply with CBN’s new capitalization requirement
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Polaris and other banks are exploring ways to comply with CBN’s new capitalization requirement

February 5, 2025
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To comply with CBN’s new capitalization requirement, tier-1 banks have already raised over ₦1 trillion on the stock market while smaller banks are considering mergers and acquisitions to meet the March 31, 2026 deadline. At least three commercial banks, including Polaris and Keystone, are currently exploring potential mergers, according to

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Arnold Nyendwa, the Entrepreneur Behind Africa’s First Stainless Steel Stove
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Arnold Nyendwa, the Entrepreneur Behind Africa’s First Stainless Steel Stove

February 5, 2025
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Arnold Nyendwa, an entrepreneur and CEO of AFNON, has achieved remarkable success. His innovative spirit has led to the development of the Juvin stainless hybrid stove, a revolutionary product that operates on three energy sources: gas, electricity, and charcoal pellets. This stove has garnered global recognition, earning a spot among

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