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    Why African Fintech PalmPay Is Eyeing Hong Kong for a $1bn IPO

    Nigeria's two largest mobile payment heavyweights are both eyeing IPOs, but their target exchanges tell a story of contrasting global ambitions.

    From Lagos Ride-Hailing to Global Robotaxis: Moove Raises $250M at $2.1B Valuation

    The valuation represents a 2.8-fold increase from the $750mn the company commanded in its $100mn Series B round led by Uber in 2024.
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    Why African Fintech PalmPay Is Eyeing Hong Kong for a $1bn IPO

    Nigeria's two largest mobile payment heavyweights are both eyeing IPOs, but their target exchanges tell a story of contrasting global ambitions.

    From Lagos Ride-Hailing to Global Robotaxis: Moove Raises $250M at $2.1B Valuation

    The valuation represents a 2.8-fold increase from the $750mn the company commanded in its $100mn Series B round led by Uber in 2024.

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