Techpoint Africa - Apr 29, 2025
OpenAI wants you to shop directly through ChatGPT
OpenAI is launching shopping features in ChatGPT, enabling users to find product suggestions and purchasing options. ChatGPT will provide personalized shopping recommendations based on user preferences and real reviews from the web.
Techpoint Africa - Nov 13, 2024
"Companies are not sold; they're bought." Ventures Platform's Managing Partner on M&A activity in Africa
OmniRetail acquired Traction Apps to enhance its fintech capabilities. Ventures Platform facilitated the acquisition of Brass earlier in 2024.
TechCabal - Oct 28, 2024
Traction Apps all-stock acquisition adds to string of investor-led deals creating quick wins
OmniRetail acquires Traction Apps in an all-stock deal. The acquisition is part of a trend of VCs consolidating startups for better returns.
Tech In Africa - Oct 28, 2024
Nigerian fintech Traction Apps has cut jobs following its acquisition of OmniRetail
Traction Apps confirms layoffs after acquisition by OmniRetail. Decision influenced by the need to optimize departments for efficiency.
Techpoint Africa - Oct 24, 2024
Nigerian fintech Traction Apps cuts jobs following OmniRetail acquisition
Traction Apps acquired by OmniRetail. Layoffs announced post-acquisition.