The Xiaomi 17 Series refines Xiaomi’s flagship series with faster silicon, longer battery life, smarter software, and bold design twists. The standard Xiaomi 17 doubles down on compact ergonomics without compromising endurance, while the 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max introduce a novel Dynamic Back Display that serves as a selfie viewfinder, widget space, and notification pane. Across the lineup, you’ll find Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, HyperOS 3 (Android 16) with new on-device AI experiences, Leica-tuned imaging, and brighter LTPO AMOLED screens with 120Hz refresh rate. Xiaomi launched the series in China on September 25, 2025, becoming the first...

PayPal today announced a landmark $100 million commitment to fuel innovation, support entrepreneurs, and drive inclusive economic growth across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), one of the world’s fastest-growing digital commerce regions. The multi-year program is designed to expand access to the digital economy for millions of consumers and businesses, from small merchants to large enterprises. “The Middle East and Africa are home to some of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving businesses in the world,” said Alex Chriss, President and CEO, PayPal. “By dedicating a $100 million investment to this region over the coming years, we’re investing in...

Quick Highlights Launch: USAT, a planned U.S.-regulated, dollar-backed stablecoin Leadership: Bo Hines appointed future CEO of Tether USA₮ Compliance: Designed to align with the GENIUS Act Technology: Built on Hadron by Tether real-world-asset tokenization Partners: Anchorage Digital (GENIUS Act-compliant issuer) and Cantor Fitzgerald (designated reserve custodian, preferred primary dealer) Scale: Tether’s USDT exceeds $169B market cap and serves nearly 500M users, with daily volumes surpassing leading payments firms Financial Strength: Tether Group earned >$13B in 2024 and ranks 18th among U.S. Treasury holders Tether, the largest company in the digital asset ecosystem, today announced USA₮, its planned U.S.-regulated, dollar-backed stablecoin, and the appointment of Bo Hines as...

How does a Nigerian startup become a global household name? It’s a question that dominates conversations in Africa's most dynamic tech ecosystem. Speaking at the GITEX Nigeria conference, Babs Ogundeyi, Founder and Group CEO of Kuda, moved beyond the usual talk of funding and user growth to outline a clear, three-part philosophy for building an enduring, international company from Nigeria. His vision, distilled from years of operating in both Lagos and London, offers a strategic playbook for the next generation of founders. Here are his three core rules for globalising Nigerian fintech. 1. Treat trust as your biggest investment While the fintech...

In a move signaling bold ambition and transformation, Nigeria's fourth-largest telecommunications operator, 9mobile, officially unveiled its new identity, T2, at a high-profile event in Lagos on August 8, 2025. Dubbed "Tech Meets Tenacity," the launch ceremony, attended by Nigeria's Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, marks what CEO Obafemi Banigbe describes as "the beginning of a whole new chapter" for the telecom provider, representing a profound shift beyond mere aesthetics toward becoming a digital-first technology enabler. Banigbe stated T2's mission to transcend traditional telecom services: "We are becoming something greater, more ambitious, and more in tune with the...

Novamos has unveiled the N1 Proactive Healthcare Smartwatch, a revolutionary wearable designed to merge medical-grade health insights with elegance. Engineered for those who prioritize wellness, the Novamos N1 transcends traditional fitness tracking by offering a suite of advanced features that cater to both proactive health management and modern lifestyle needs. Total Body Health Monitoring in 60 Seconds At its core, the Novamos N1 functions as a personal health laboratory strapped to your wrist. With a single tap, users can initiate a Micro Physical Examination that scans critical biomarkers such as blood glucose, uric acid, blood fat, and BMI, while also assessing...

Tecno's hot new smartphone, the Camon 40 is now available with prices starting at ₦275,200. However, you do not need to pay in full for this new photography-focused smartphone. With EasyBuy, you have a buy now pay later option with a convenient 3 to 12-month installment payment plan with 0% interest. Spending 300,000 Naira in one go for a smartphone can be a big challenge in this economy. This is where EasyBuy comes in. With EasyBuy, you just apply, pay a deposit, take home your phone pay the balance over a period of 3 to 12 months. For example, you buy...

With the recent increase in prices of MTN Data Plans by as much as 50% many users in Nigeria are now searching for more cost-effective internet packages. We have analyzed all the newly updated MTN data plans and in this article, we share the best MTN Data Plans for browsing and streaming in 2025. MTN has completely overhauled its data plans. They have discontinued some of their most generous plans and increased the prices of others. However, if you look very good, there are still some great offers. For example, before the latest price updates, the minimum price for the...

In late February, we reported that MTN discontinued its Unlimited Data Plans as part of its upward price review. Our latest check shows that two unlimited data plans have been restored. The Silver and Ruby Unlimited Data Plans have been restored to their original price and FUP, making them some of the best-value MTN data plans right now for your MTN 4G and 5G MiFi and Routers. In the past couple of weeks since the initial upward price review, MTN has been updating the prices and data allowance of various data plans probably in response to consumer behavior. Most of the...

Prepare yourselves, deal-hunters, the second Prime Day event of the year is here. The October Prime Day event, renamed Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, kicks off on October 7 and continues until midnight on October 8, 2025. Amazon Prime Members in multiple countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, and more, will enjoy great savings and discounts during the two-day event. We have sifted through countless deals and offers and handpicked some of the Best October Prime Day Deals just for you. From the latest tech gadgets to must-have fashion staples or irresistible kitchen gadgets, we'll guide...

MTN stopped offering unlimited data plans in February as part of its ongoing price review. A check we made in February 2025 on the company's website showed that MTN Unlimited Data Plans were no longer on offer. However, this appears to be temporary as MTN restored the Silver and Ruby Unlimited Data Plan in early March 2025. Over the last couple of weeks, we have observed a lot of volatility on MTN Data Plans with many plans (especially the best value plans) being withdrawn and others changing in prices. The unlimited data plans and the Broadband Night Plans seem to...

OPay is a leading mobile banking and payment platform that allows you to make fast and secure financial transactions with just a few clicks. Whether you want to save money at attractive interest rate or send money to a friend, pay bills, or shop online, OPay has got you covered. In this article, we will guide you through how to open an OPay account, step by step. All you need to open an OPay account is a smartphone and an internet connection. We will show you how to download and install the app, create your account, and verify your identity....