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A Chinese phone maker dominating smartphone sales in Africa, partnering with PalmPay to drive user acquisition.
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The smartphone market stopped chasing growth in 2025. Now it’s chasing intelligence in 2026
Bendada.com - Dec 08, 2025
Counterpoint's 2025 forecast predicts a 3% year-over-year growth in the smartphone market. Global premium smartphone sales increased by 8% in the first half of 2025, pushing average selling prices to record highs.
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itel City 100: Sleek, light, and built for everyday use
Bendada.com - Jun 17, 2025
Itel City 100 launched in April, targeting budget-conscious consumers. The smartphone features a 6.75-inch HD+ IPS display with a 90Hz refresh rate.
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PalmPay Eyes Up to $100M in Fresh Funding as it Pushes Beyond Nigeria
Tech Labari - Jun 05, 2025
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PalmPay is in talks to raise between $50M and $100M in a Series B funding round. The company has already raised nearly $140M in previous funding rounds.
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Profitable African fintech PalmPay is in talks to raise as much as $100M
TechCrunch - Jun 05, 2025
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PalmPay is in talks to raise between $50 million and $100 million in a Series B funding round. The fintech has processed 15 million daily transactions, driven by its 35 million registered users.
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