TechStream

Technology news around the ecosystem!

From Lagos to Nairobi

We give you summaries of happenings around tech, from developer stand-ups to the boardrooms.

  • Cloudflare Enhances Security Tools to Enable Safe and Compliant Generative AI Usage.

    Cloudflare is introducing AI Security Posture Management (AI-SPM) into its Zero Trust platform to allow organizations to safeguard against a range of potential threats posed by the wide adoption of AI tools, enabling businesses to move faster with the confidence that AI is being used safely by all teams. Cloudflare has announced an expansion of…

  • NITDA Warns of Rising Cybercrime as Nigeria Loses N250bn Annually

    The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has revealed that Nigeria loses approximately N250 billion annually to cybercrime, underscoring the growing threat of cyber insecurity to the nation’s economy. According to NITDA, cybercrime has become a significant challenge as more individuals and businesses rely on digital platforms for communication, financial transactions, and commerce. The agency…

  • Nigeria, Brazil Partner on Tech and Innovation to Drive Jobs and Industrial Growth

    Nigeria and Brazil have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening cooperation in science, technology, and innovation to drive economic growth, industrial development, and job creation. The agreement was signed by Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, and Brazil’s Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Luciana Santos, during a…

  • Japanese VCs Launch $20M Fund for African and MENA Startups

    A group of Japanese venture capital (VC) firms has launched a $20 million fund targeting startups across Africa and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The fund aims to back early-stage companies in sectors such as fintech, healthtech, cleantech, and mobility, areas with high growth potential and pressing local needs. Japan’s growing interest in…

  • Top tech firms showcase innovations to drive Nigeria’s digital growth and $1 trillion 2030 economic goal.

    Nigeria’s ambition to become a $1 trillion economy by 2030 gained momentum at West Africa’s largest technology and AI exhibition, where global and local tech giants showcased innovations aimed at accelerating digital transformation. The event attracted policymakers, industry leaders, startups, and investors, highlighting Nigeria’s growing role as a technology hub in Africa. Key participants included…

  • Jaiz Bank launches innovative digital solutions to attract Gen Z and freelance professionals.

    Jaiz Bank, Nigeria’s pioneer non-interest financial institution, has unveiled a suite of innovative digital banking services aimed at capturing the growing market of Gen Z customers and freelancers. The bank is positioning itself to meet the evolving financial needs of younger, tech-savvy individuals who demand convenience, speed, and personalized experiences in their banking relationships. The…