The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Nigeria has approved Koinkoin Global Network Limited, GIGX Technologies, Blockvault Custodian Ltd, and six other Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) for its Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Programme (ARIP). This Approval-in-Principle allows the nine entities to commence operations within the SEC's regulatory sandbox.

Wetech Women Foundation, in collaboration with the UK-Nigeria Tech Hub, has launched the PitchHer Investment Readiness Program aimed at equipping Nigerian women founders with the necessary skills to raise capital. This initiative seeks to support and empower women entrepreneurs in Nigeria's tech sector.

Zedcrest Securities has introduced stocks trading on the Zedcrest Wealth App, allowing clients to buy and sell shares of over 150 companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) via their mobile devices. This launch is part of Zedcrest Group's goal to enhance access to capital markets and improve connectivity in financial services.

In the latest TechCabal Daily, it is reported that Monzo is expanding its operations into Nigeria. Additionally, Mauritius' largest bank is looking to enter the Côte d'Ivoire market, Zanzibar has signed a $114 million deal for fiber infrastructure, and Daya has raised $2.4 million to support stablecoin payments.

CogniRep Strategies Holding Co. has launched Nigeria's first artificial intelligence-powered media marketplace, featuring three platforms designed to enhance transparency, institutional trust, and cross-border commercial partnerships between the United States and Africa. The initiative emphasizes the importance of trust in fostering trade, beyond just financial capital, according to the company.

The Bankiffy Fintech Accelerator (BFA) has announced the opening of its 2026 Cohort 1, offering $100,000 in support over four weeks to help African fintech founders transition into operators. The initiative aims to address the challenges faced by fintech ideas in Africa, which often fail to gain traction, according to Techpoint Africa.