Zap vs. Paystack – Everybody is Correct and Everybody is Wrong
On March 24th, 2025, Paystack introduced “Zap by Paystack,” a mobile application designed to facilitate faster bank transfers for users in Nigeria. This move prompted…
From Africa to the World: How US Incorporation Fuels Startup Growth
Last year, the Consul General at the United States Consulate in Lagos, Will Stevens, revealed that 60% of Nigerian tech startups are incorporated in the…
Mistakes to Avoid When Expanding Globally
Expanding a business is a thrilling opportunity for growth, but it also comes with complex regulatory, legal, and operational challenges. Many companies make costly mistakes…
Katie Perry v. Katy Perry: The Power of Trademarks
If you danced to Teenage Dream in 2010, you may not know the difference between Katie Perry and Katy Perry aside from a small misspelling…
When the Environment Pays the Price: Lessons from Imperial Oil
In industries with high environmental impact, non-compliance could lead to potential consequences that extend far beyond monetary penalties, which threaten an organisation’s license to operate.…
Compliance in the Age of Information & Cybersecurity: How to Protect Your Business
According to IBM, the global average cost of a data breach is $4.88M with 46% of data breaches involving the exposure of customer personal data.…
Integrating Human Oversight with Automated Compliance Systems
According to the Thomson Reuter’s Cost of Compliance Report 2023, 50% of businesses have adopted regtech solutions for compliance management. It’s a good idea to…
Simplifying Employment and People Compliance with AutoComply
We often hear about compliance challenges in areas like environmental standards, artificial intelligence, data privacy, and finance. But did you know that compliance is essential…
The Cost of Non-Compliance: Lessons from Wells-Fargo Bank
Wells Fargo Bank, established in 1852 is recognised as one of the largest banks and financial institutions in the USA. With over 170 years of…
A Financial Institution’s Guide to Meeting KYC Obligations
Nobody does business with people they don’t trust. Customers trust financial institutions to handle their money securely, while regulators trust these financial institutions to follow…