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    Jail and $8M Fine: Senegal’s Appeal Court Seals Wari Founder’s Fate — A Pioneer Before Fintech Unicorn Wave

    The court has upheld conviction for illegal co-founder share dilution fraud, a dramatic downfall for the innovator who laid the groundwork for fintech success stories like Wave.
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    Embattled Nigerian Fintech Founder Launches New AI Project Amid US SEC Ordeal

    From Wall Street to AI: Amid legal battles and the collapse of his fintech empire, a Nigerian fintech founder has launched a substantial AI project, marking a dramatic new twist to...
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    Bento CEO’s ‘Chaotic’ Run Comes to an End Amidst Tax Allegations and Client Exodus

    This is not the first time Mr. Okubanjo’s leadership has come under scrutiny.
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    Payments Behemoth Visa Joins Moniepoint’s Cap Table

    Visa’s investment in Moniepoint follows a period of significant growth for the Nigerian fintech.
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