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A luxury car deal allegedly turned into a Bitcoin scam story in Lagos after reports emerged of young men caught attempting to use a fake Bitcoin (BTC) payment alert to purchase a Mercedes-Benz GLC.

The incident raises an important question for anyone dealing in cryptocurrency: Would you release a car, goods, or services based on a Bitcoin payment alert without confirming that the transaction was actually received?

Bitcoin transactions are not verified by screenshots, SMS notifications, or claims from a buyer. Sellers must independently confirm that the BTC has arrived in their wallet and that the transaction has the required network confirmations before releasing valuable items.

As crypto adoption grows in Nigeria, knowing how to verify transactions is becoming just as important as knowing how to trade.

Platforms like Apex Network offer a convenient way to trade and receive Bitcoin, with a focus on making digital asset transactions faster and easier. Always use trusted platforms, verify every transaction independently, and never let the excitement of a big deal override basic security checks.

Let’s discuss: If someone showed you a Bitcoin payment alert while buying your car, would you trust the screenshot or insist on verifying the BTC in your wallet first?

#ApexNoSmall

If you want to convert an eligible gift card to Naira in Nigeria or cedis in Ghana, Apex Network is a highly recommended platform for a straightforward gift card trading experience.

Apex Network supports gift card trading alongside other digital financial services. Their newly launched Smart AI feature is designed to reduce processing delays and enable eligible gift card transactions to be processed in under three minutes.

With presence in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Cameroon and Zambia, #Apexnosmall truly.

The gala is part of the Foundation’s broader push to spotlight African innovation and partnership on the world stage, and Damiger’s set has become a signature piece of how that message lands in the room, proof that the biggest conversations in the world can still make space for a good song.

New York’s Marriott Marquis played host once more to one of the diaspora’s biggest nights of the year, as DJ Damiger returned for a third consecutive year to headline the Unstoppable Africa Gala, hosted by the Foundation for the Global Compact, an organisation advancing the United Nations Global Compact’s mission of corporate sustainability, in the hotel’s Broadway Ballroom.

For three and a half hours, the DJ and producer turned a room full of diplomats, business leaders, and changemakers into a dance floor, weaving Afrobeats, Amapiano, and Afro-Fusion into a set built for a crowd as global as the mission behind the evening itself.

It’s become something of a tradition at this point. Damiger has now closed out three straight years of this gala, and each time, the assignment is the same: make a ballroom full of people from every corner of the world feel, if only for a night, like they’re home.

“Every year this event gets bigger, and every year I get to bring a little more of home into a room like that,” Damiger said. “Music has always been the thing that makes people forget the room they’re in and just feel something together. That’s what Sunday was about.”

For six years, Apex Network has been building more than just a digital finance platform; it has been building trust, creating opportunities, and empowering hundreds of thousands of users across Africa.

Today, that journey enters a new chapter with the launch of “Apex No Small”, a campaign that celebrates the remarkable milestones, partnerships, and achievements that have positioned Apex Network as one of Africa’s leading fintech platforms.

The message is simple: “Apex No Small”.

It reflects the scale of impact, the strength of the community, and the consistent growth that has defined the Apex Network story since day one.

Six Years of Consistent Growth
What started as a vision to simplify digital asset transactions has evolved into a trusted fintech ecosystem serving users across multiple African markets.

For the past six years, Apex Network has remained committed to providing secure, fast, and reliable financial services, helping individuals and businesses seamlessly trade digital assets and access modern financial solutions.
While many fintech startups have come and gone, Apex Network has continued to innovate, expand, and earn the confidence of its growing community.


Expanding Across Five African Countries

Growth isn’t only measured by numbers; it is measured by reach.

Today, Apex Network actively operates across five African countries:
Nigeria
Ghana
Kenya
Cameroon
Zambia

This regional expansion reflects the company’s long-term vision of creating a connected financial ecosystem where users can access fast, secure, and borderless digital financial services regardless of location.

As Apex Network continues to grow, more markets remain on the horizon.

Something big is happening. Apex and AltSchool Africa have joined forces in a groundbreaking partnership to bring world-class crypto education to African learners. Through the Apex Network Scholarship Fund, 1,000 students will gain fully sponsored access to the Demystifying Crypto for Africans course, a practical, beginner-friendly programme built specifically for African realities.

This isn't just a collaboration, it's a movement. Together, Apex and AltSchool Africa are tearing down the barriers that have kept African youth on the sidelines of the global crypto revolution, and replacing them with world-class curriculum, expert-designed content, and real hands-on learning.

About the Course: Demystifying Crypto for Africans
This beginner-friendly course explains how money works, why crypto exists, and how Africans can use crypto safely for personal and business purposes. It is self-paced, runs across 5 modules, and takes roughly 3 to 4 weeks to complete. Learners move from the history of money to hands-on experience with wallets, exchanges, stablecoins, and research tools.

Module 1: From Barter to Crypto

Learners explore the evolution of money from barter and metals to gold-backed currency, fiat, and, finally, crypto. By the end, students understand why trust is the foundation of money, how the 2008 financial crisis gave rise to Bitcoin, and why crypto presents uniquely powerful use cases across Africa.

Module 2: Blockchain, Tokens and the New Internet of Value

Learners dive into the core technology behind crypto and what gives digital assets their worth. They'll learn to use industry research tools like CoinGecko, Etherscan, Messari, DefiLlama, and Token Terminal, skills that set them apart in any Web3 role.

Module 3: Getting Started — Buying, Storing and Sending Crypto Safely

Practical, hands-on knowledge of exchanges, wallets, and secure transfers. Students learn to fund accounts using local payment options, mobile money, and P2P platforms and understand how businesses use stablecoins for cross-border payments.

Module 4: Trading and Investing — How Traditional Finance Uses Crypto

Learners understand how institutions think about crypto allocation, risk, and long-term strategy. From Bitcoin as digital gold, to how companies like Tesla and MicroStrategy hold BTC, students gain real institutional-grade investment thinking.

Module 5: Crypto Guidelines and Regulatory Frameworks

A clear-eyed look at global and African policy trends. Learners compare Africa's regulatory landscape with the US, EU, and Asia, understand Singapore's progressive model, and identify the specific policy improvements Africa needs to unlock crypto's full economic potential.

What Students Get

Scholarship recipients gain far more than just course access. Here's what's included:

✦  Fully Sponsored Enrollment  — 1,000 students receive free access to the complete Demystifying Crypto for Africans course through the Apex Network Scholarship Fund.
✦  Practical, Africa-Focused Curriculum  — 5 self-paced modules built around real African use cases — mobile money, P2P, cross-border stablecoins, and more.
✦  Hands-On Skill Building  — Students set up live wallets, explore real exchanges, and use professional crypto research tools from Day 1.
✦  AltSchool Africa Certificate of Completion  — Graduates who complete all modules, pass quizzes, and finish practical tasks earn a recognised certificate, a valuable credential in the growing Web3 economy.
✦  Access to the Apex Network Ecosystem  — All scholarship students become part of the broader Apex Network community, gaining exposure to crypto markets, tools, and opportunities.

How to Apply for the Scholarship

Applying is simple. Follow these three steps:

Create or Confirm Your Apex Network Account
Visit https://apexnetwork.co/, click 'Open an Account,' and follow the prompts. If you already have an account, note the email address; you'll need it in Step 2.

Create Your AltSchool Africa Account

Go to the AltSchool website, navigate to the Crypto for Beginners course page, and click Enrol Now. Sign up using the same email address linked to your Apex Network account.

Apply for the Scholarship

Log in to your AltSchool account, go to the Scholarships section, find the Apex Network Scholarship Fund, and click Apply Now. After submission, your application will be reviewed, and you will be notified of your scholarship status.
The Future Is Being Built — Join It

Africa is home to the world's youngest population and one of the fastest-growing tech ecosystems on the planet. The Apex x AltSchool Africa partnership is a declaration: the future of crypto isn't just happening in Silicon Valley or Singapore, it's being built right here, by you.

Whether you're a student ready to break into Web3, a developer exploring blockchain, or a professional looking to upskill, this is your moment. The doors are open, and 1,000 scholarships are waiting.
Let's build the future of finance together.

Africa stands at the brink of a digital revolution—one that promises to unlock unprecedented economic opportunities across the continent. At this upcoming event, The African Digital Economy: Building the Infrastructure for the Next Billion Users, we will take a deep dive into the technologies, policies, and partnerships needed to establish a strong digital foundation.

Together, we will explore how to create inclusive, scalable systems that empower individuals, businesses, and governments, laying the groundwork for sustainable growth and seamless connectivity for the next billion Africans entering the digital economy.

Hear from trailblazers shaping the continent's digital economy, from fintech disruptors to visionary funders driving impact across Africa and beyond.

MEET THE SPEAKERS.

1. Niyi Adesanya
He is a renowned leadership expert, executive coach, and founder of FifthGear Plus Consulting, with over two decades of experience transforming leaders and organisations across sectors.

2. Efemena Abraham
He is the founder and CEO of Apex Network, a digital platform driving financial empowerment and digital inclusion across Africa through crypto trading, digital services, and financial education.

3. Adewale Yusuf
He is the CEO and co-founder of AltSchool Africa, an online platform providing practical, in-demand skills to individuals across Africa and beyond. A seasoned entrepreneur, he also founded TalentQL and Techpoint Africa, playing a key role in shaping the continent's tech ecosystem.

4. Joy Alabi-Hundeyin
Joy Alabi-Hundeyin is a seasoned executive with decades of corporate practice in organisational development, people operations, and business strategy.

5. Andrew Airelobhegbe
He is the co-founder and CEO of Lenco, a fast-growing fintech company transforming how African businesses manage finances through smart, tech-driven solutions.

6. Eyitayo Ogunmola
He is a tech entrepreneur and CEO of Utiva, a company that has helped over 100,000 people gain technology skills and supported top firms in talent development.

Who Should Attend Apex Tech Summit?
Founders and Executives, Brand Managers, Tech Enthusiasts, Digital Skills Trainees, Young Professionals, Fintech Professionals, C-suite Executives, HR Professionals, Product Managers, and Marketing Executives.

When and where is the event taking place?
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025. Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM WAT. Venue: Landmark Centre, Plot 3 & 4 Water Corporation Road, Victoria Island Annex, Lagos, Nigeria.

How do I register to attend?
Click and register https://anniversary.apexnetwork.co/

As one of the biggest digital distribution platforms in the world, Steam Gift Cards enable users to access a vast library of entertainment. Despite their convenience, though, they are not resistant to errors; picture the annoyance of attempting to redeem a gift card only to be met with an error message. Whether it's an invalid code, a region mismatch, or a server glitch, these problems can ruin your gaming plans and leave you feeling powerless.



Typical Errors with Steam Gift Cards and What Causes Them

1. Error in Invalid Code


The "Invalid Code" error is among the most frequent problems consumers encounter.

When the code entered differs from the one that is kept in Steam's database, this happens.



Reasons:


Typographical errors that occur when inputting the code include mistaking a "O" for a "0" or a "B" for a "8."
codes that are unreadable due to deterioration or improper scratching off.
trying to use a gift card that the merchant hasn't yet activated.

2. Error: Already Redeemed Code

The code you are attempting to use has already been enabled on another account, according to this error.


Typical Situations:

buying gift cards from unlicensed vendors or unaffiliated websites.
ignoring that the code has already been used and redeeming it yourself.

How To Fix Steam Gift Card Errors


1. Troubleshooting Already Redeemed Codes:

In order to determine whether the balance has been added, log into your account and review your past purchases. If you think the card was sold to you previously used, get in touch with the retailer.

Send a support ticket to Steam along with proof of purchase so that they can look into it further.


2. Addressing Payment Authorization Problems

Verify whether the maximum amount in your Steam wallet—typically $2,000—is approaching.
Either change your payment method or confirm that the card was obtained legally.


For help, contact Steam Support if the problem continues.

This is basically all you need to know about Steam Gift Card Errors and How to Fix Them in 2025.

However, Apex Network has you covered if you're looking to discover a place to sell your Steam gift cards for cash.