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National IDs linked to 80% of identity fraud attacks in Africa

National IDs are the most attacked document type in Africa, according to Smile ID. We examined some of the trends around identity fraud attacks on the continent.

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ID-related fraud issues faced by US fintech mirror Africa’s trends

In 2021, 42% of US Bank Secrecy Act filings focused on identity fraud. Similar challenges exist in Africa, posing a dual obstacle for cross-border payments startups.

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Nigeria’s security worsens, raising doubts about NIN-SIM linkage

Insecurity lingers in Nigeria, three years after introducing NIN-SIM linkage to address it. Ex-minister blames security operatives for underutilising the platform.

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Tech trends that will shape 2024, according to African investors

Three African-focused investors shared five tech trends that will define African tech VC investments in 2024.

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Remedial Health CEO on Nigeria’s surging drug costs: A crucial moment for healthtech

In the last six months, two multinational pharmaceutical companies, GSK and Sanofi exited the Nigerian market, Samuel Okwuada comments on what it means for the healthtech sector.

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How the 2023 predictions by African investors turned out

We evaluated African investors' predictions on Series A funding, global VC, fintech consolidation, valuations cut, identity startup growth, and the return of global talent.

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As drones take off in Africa, familiar concerns linger

It is quite concerning that drones while having the potential to drive economic development, can also be weaponised and utilised by insurgents, terrorists, and criminal networks.

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Next-gen connectivity wants attention in Africa’s broadband discourse

Operators are increasingly investing in expensive internet infrastructure to unlock economic growth, but adoption generally remains slow.

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As the new CEO of Binance, Richard Teng faces an uneasy task turning fortunes around

Changpeng Zhao's successor has a pivotal role to play in restoring Binance's reputation and preparing the crypto industry for a compliance-forward era.

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The most funded African startups in 2023

We curated the most funded African startups in 2023.

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Nigeria’s electoral tech failure raises questions on transparency

Despite INEC's assurances to enhance Nigeria's electoral technology, its continued failure is eroding voter confidence.

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15 expert tips on how to excel as a marketer in a VC-funded startup

Marketing leaders at Flutterwave, Piggyvest, Bumpa, and Fleri, share tips on how marketers can excel in their roles at VC-funded startups.

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