A Nigerian cross-border fintech focusing on enterprise infrastructure for digital payments and remittance.
After turbulent year, Leatherback shifts to enterprise remittance under new leadership
Leatherback unveiled new executives in a flashy announcement styled like Marvel character reveals. The company has shifted its focus from a consumer-facing app to enterprise infrastructure for cross-border transactions.
After stepping down as CEO, Leatherback founder resurfaces with rival fintech startup
Ibrahim Ibitade launched Prune Payments, a competitor to his former company Leatherback. Ibitade stepped down from Leatherback to focus on family but returned to the startup scene.
YC-backed Waza launches Lync, an alternative to Mercury for African startups after $8m raise
Waza launched Lync, a banking product for multi-currency account management. Mercury restricted accounts for startups in 13 African countries in July 2024.
Ibrahim Ibitade on how cofounder misalignment led to Leatherback exit and his eventful episode with EFCC
Ibrahim Ibitade steps down as CEO of Leatherback. Toni Campbell appointed as interim CEO.
Leatherback cofounder and CEO Ibrahim Ibitade steps down, Toni Campbell named interim CEO
Ibrahim Ibitade steps down as CEO of Leatherback after five years. Toni Campbell appointed as interim CEO.
