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5 Trends Rewriting the Rules in the Financial Sector
IT News Africa - Mar 19, 2026
BFSI organizations spend an average of $1.2 million a year on cybersecurity. Open Banking APIs present both opportunities for innovation and potential entry points for cyber threats.
Fintech Company & ADCB launch Egypt’s First Transactional Fraud Solution Powered by AI
IT News Africa - Mar 13, 2026
Network International and ADCB Egypt unveil the FICO® Falcon® Fraud Manager. The solution utilizes AI and ML for superior fraud detection.

CBN report reveals the top three ways Nigerian fintechs are using AI
Techpoint Africa - Feb 03, 2026
87.5% of surveyed fintech companies in Nigeria use AI tools for fraud detection. ₦17.6 billion ($11.2 million) was lost to fraud in Nigeria in 2023.

Kaspersky Shares Top 5 Trends in the Financial Sector
IT News Africa - Nov 06, 2025
BFSI organizations spend an average of $1.2 million annually on cybersecurity, which is significantly lower than the average cost of a major security incident at $3.2 million. Open Banking APIs present both opportunities for innovation and potential entry points for cyber threats.

Google for Startups Accelerator 2025: Empowering South African AI Innovators
Tech In Africa - Aug 19, 2025
Google has opened applications for the 2025 GFSA program in South Africa targeting AI and machine learning startups. Selected startups will receive R1 million in equity-free funding.
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