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MTN Nigerias Stock Soars Investors React to Tariff Hike Approval

— A Bright Day for MTN Nigeria In the world of stocks and investments, every surge or dip tells a story. Recently, the stock market witnessed a remarkable event – MTN Nigeria’s share price skyrocketed by 9.87%. The reason behind this significant boost? Regulators gave the green light for a 50% increase in telecom tariffs.

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Globacoms CEO Shake-Up Ahmad Farroukhs Short-lived Tenure Amid Corporate Challenges

Ahmad Farroukh, the man who stepped into the top role at Nigerian telecom giant Globacom with much fanfare in October 2024, made a surprisingly quick exit after just one month. Rumors are swirling about what led to his sudden departure, but one thing is clear: there were governance challenges that played a significant role in

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Egyptian Fintech MoneyHash Flourish Ventures Funds $5.2M Pre-Series A Round

— Egyptian Fintech Startup MoneyHash In the bustling world of fintech, where innovation and disruption go hand in hand, a rising star has emerged from the heart of Egypt. Meet MoneyHash, an ambitious startup that is making waves with its cutting-edge solutions in online payment management. Founded in 2020 by the dynamic duo of Nader

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Realizing the Pan-African Dream Strategies for African Startups to Expand Regionally

African startups have been on a quest for regional expansion, driven by a blend of ambition and business acumen. The vast African continent with its 1.4 billion people and $3.1 trillion GDP offers a fertile ground for indigenous businesses to thrive. However, the journey towards pan-African expansion is no walk in the park; it comes

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TikTok Saga From Ban to Blackout – What Led to the U.S. Shutdown

It was a day like no other in the world of social media when TikTok, the beloved platform that entertained millions worldwide, suddenly went dark in the United States. The buzz of videos, dances, challenges, and trends came to an abrupt halt as users were met with a message that sent shockwaves through their screens

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What Happens If TikTok Disappears Without a Trace?

TikTok, the beloved app that has taken the world by storm, is facing an uncertain future. As the deadline for its forced sale looms closer, many are left wondering: what will happen if TikTok vanishes from our screens without a trace? Amidst the chaos and uncertainty surrounding this potential disappearance, one question stands out: Why

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Instagrams Response to TikTok Ban Unveiling Edits Video-Editing App Amid Uncertainty

Amid the whirlwind of social media drama, Instagram made a bold move. As TikTok faced the looming threat of a ban in the United States, Instagram seized the opportunity to introduce its latest creation – Edits, a video-editing app that bore striking similarities to CapCut, owned by TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance. Adam Mosseri, the head

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A Tech Affair Inside Peter Thiels Star-Studded Trump Inauguration Celebration

Silicon Valley and Washington elites united at Peter Thiel’s opulent Beaux-Arts mansion in D.C. on a chilly evening to herald the forthcoming presidency of Donald J. Trump. The gathering, brimming with excitement and power dynamics, could have been straight out of a Hollywood script. As night fell and the temperature plummeted outside Mr. Thiel’s grand

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Chinese Tech Drama TikTok Ban Leads to RedNote Rise Amid Cultural Exchange

— Exploring RedNote’s Quirky World Imagine a digital space where cultural exchanges happen through adorable cat photos and playful banter. That’s the whimsical world that unfolded when around 500,000 American users sought refuge on RedNote, a Chinese social media platform, in protest against the potential ban of TikTok by the U.S. government. These users, affectionately

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President Trumps Bold Move Delaying TikTok Ban Raises Legal Questions

President Donald J. Trump, the 45th President of the United States, stirred up a whirlwind of controversy and legal debates as he signed an executive order aimed at postponing the implementation of a federal ban on TikTok. The social media platform, immensely popular among young users, found itself at the center of a political storm

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