Dangote Refinery IPO Closes, Moove Follows Uber Out of Nigeria, Nvidia and AMD Make Big Acquisitions
In this episode, Bade and Biyi explore the Dangote Refinery IPO and next steps as it closes, Uber and Moove's subsequent exit from Nigeria, and the future of AI regulation and innovation, including Nvidia's acquisitions and the rise of open-source models.
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:41 - Dangote IPO recap
07:50 - Post-IPO Market Dynamics and Price Discovery
16:34 - Uber and Moove's Exit from Nigeria: Reasons and Market Impact
31:05 - Meta's Muse and the Psychology of Personal AI Agent
34:18 - Frontier Labs call for AI Regulation
36:36 - Nvidia's Hugging Face and AMD's World Labs acquisition and Industry Implications
44:30 - Overarching Takeaway
Keywords:
Dangote IPO, Uber exit, Moove exit, AI regulation, Nvidia, AMD, open source AI, Move, Nigeria market, tech innovation, investment, autonomous vehicles
17 Aug 2026
Stablecoins Are the Future, Nigeria's Crypto Tax & OPay's IPO Drama
In this episode, Oluseyi Adebiyi, a former Binance executive and Oxford MBA, shares insights into the evolution of cryptocurrency, its future potential, and the regulatory landscape in Nigeria. We explore how blockchain technology is transforming finance, Nigeria's new crypto tax, the Opay and Palmpay listing drama, and developments in the world of AI.
Chapter List
00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:14 - Crypto as an Investment vs the Future of Tech?
00:09:02 - Blockchain and the Real Value of Stablecoins
00:16:54 - How Beginners Should Approach Crypto
00:20:16 - Why Bitcoin Dropped from $123K to $62K
00:24:45 - Nigeria's New Crypto Tax
00:31:55 - Standard Chartered-led $40M Investment in Yellowcard
00:38:38 - Why OPay & PalmPay Are Snubbing the NGX
00:48:56 - Femi Otedola's Massive Power Play at First Bank
00:52:30 - The Geregu Default
00:58:18 - Jeff Bezos and Billionaires Buying the Premier League
01:04:08 - Nvidia & The $500B AI Bubble
01:11:08 - Outro
Guest links: LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/oluseyiadebiyi
Keywords:
#cryptocurrency #blockchain #crypto #Nigeria #stablecoins #Web3 #investment #digitalassets #financialtechnology #fintech
10 Aug 2026
NGX Growth, Dangote and Otedola Strategies, US-Iran War and Nigeria, Curious State of AI Investments
In this episode, Bade & Biyi explore Nigeria's stock market surge, the influence of Dangote and Otedola, global oil dynamics, and the impact of AI investments and bubbles. They analyse recent policy decisions, geopolitical tensions, and the future of African markets.Chapters00:00 Introduction and episode overview2:10 Nigeria's stock market performance and recent reforms10:25 Otedola's First HoldCo15:45 Dangote's IPO and Rabiu's Strategy 24:30 Nigeria's monetary policy and central bank decisions28:34 Global oil crisis, US-Iran War & Impact on Nigeria36:34 AI sector valuations, IPOs, and bubble concerns45:33 Leopold Aschenbrenner - Situational Awareness
27 Feb 2026
AI Rivalries, Safety Worries, and Africa in a Changing World Order
Bade & Biyi explore the latest developments in AI, the rivalry between major AI labs, and the geopolitical implications of AI advancements. They also discuss industry shifts, safety concerns, and opportunities for Africa in the AI era.Chapters00:00 Introduction03:39 AI Industry Rivalry: OpenAI and Anthropic14:33 Safety in AI: Anthropic vs OpenAI20:09 Autonomous AI Agents and Their Risks27:22 AI and the Future of Knowledge Work30:03 Regulatory Challenges and Local Context in AI Development35:19 Democratization of AI and Its Global Impact40:42 Geopolitical Shifts and the New World Order42:48 Africa's Role in the Changing Global Power Dynamics
2 Feb 2026
Yousif Yahya: Entrepreneurship in Sudan, Savannah Labs, YC, Ventures Capital in Africa, Governance
Read Yousif's/Savannah Innovation Lab's article on the World Economic Forum website: https://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/01/digital-identity-platform-sudan-recovery/ Chapters
00:00 Introduction
08:44 Motivating Others and Building Teams
12:26 Personal and Presidential Aspirations
20:33 Reflecting on the Journey
21:13 Founding Savannah Innovation Labs
27:34 Unlocking the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
35:19 Youth and Women in Entrepreneurship
38:13 The Role of Governance in Startups
43:31 Transitioning to Venture Capital
50:03 Investment Landscape in Sudan
52:18 Challenges in Fundraising and Business Development
54:37 The Importance of Cash Flow Positive Businesses
57:47 Policy Changes Needed for Entrepreneurial Growth
01:04:44 Rapid Fire and Closing Thoughts
16 Jan 2026
Predictions for Nigeria in 2026: Promising Sectors, Billionaires and Energy Deals
In this part of the prediction show, Bade and Biyi analyze recent energy deals and give their outlook on Nigeria in 2026.Chapters:0:00:00 - NGX and Promising Sectors for 20260:08:57 - Possible Impact of the Election Year0:11:19 - Tony Elumelu/Heirs Energy Seplat deal0:19:20 - Dangote Refinery listing#energy #nigeria #prediction #tonyelumelu #dangoterefinery #lagos #investing #stockmarket #ngx #election #billionaire #energydeals #podcast #money #finance
12 Jan 2026
2026 Resolutions and Predictions: New Tech and AI Adoption, Stock Market Outlook
Bade and Biyi begin the year with their resolutions, predictions and outlook for 2026. They discuss AI avatars in marketing, Google's recent rally powered by Gemini, what they see in the AI investing space, humanoid robots and quantum computing in 2026 and their favourite topic – investing.Chapters0:00:00 - Intro0:03:35 - Interesting finds (AI Avatars and Google AI Labs)0:09:34 - New Year's Resolutions0:21:21 - Predictions for AI0:32:35 - Predictions for General Tech (Humanoids and Quantum)0:37:44 - Predictions for Stock in 2026 0:42:21 - S&P 500 Tech Concentration#ai #marketing #google #googlelabs #tech #investing #newyear #predictions #ces #humanoidrobot #quantum #nigeria
7 Nov 2025
AI and The Future of Everything, Data Center Opportunities in Africa, Louvre Theft
SummaryIn this episode of the Chasing the Bag podcast, Bade and Biyi discuss various topics ranging from their experiences in business school to the impact of AI on the future of work. They delve into the recent layoffs in tech, the role of AI in education, and the valuation of AI companies. The conversation also touches on energy waste in Nigeria, concluding with a cultural reflection on art theft and its implications.Chapters00:00 Intro and Podcast Updates02:27 Navigating Business School Life05:49 AI and Amazon Layoffs09:43 AI's Role in the Future of Work11:52 Apple Siri and Anthropic Claude15:44 The Future of AI and Robotics16:19 Generative AI in Retail Investing18:53 The Valuation of AI Companies22:20 AI in Education and Learning21:48 Energy and Data Centers in Nigeria27:32 AI use in Retail Investing36:18 Data Center Opportunities in Nigeria41:01 Louvre Heist#ai #data #datacenter #amazon #nigeria #louvre #investing #money
14 Oct 2025
Getting MBAs at Oxford and Yale, Gold at $4k, AI, and Investing in Nigeria
Bade and Biyi highlight their experience getting MBAs at Yale SOM and Oxford SBS respectively; they discuss the reasons behind the recent Gold rush and why you might want to invest; the present and future of AI - OpenAI, Nvidia & AMD and Diella, the Albanian AI minister; Dangote refinery issues and Bayo Ogunlesi/BlackRock/GIP possible infrastructure investing in Nigeria.#ai #mba #investing #gold #infrastructure #nigeria #podcast Chapters00:00 Intro - We are back!03:04 Life Changes: Moving to Oxford06:02 The Oxford and Yale Experience11:56 Entrepreneurial Mindset and Environment14:51 Gold Prices at $4k15:06 Navigating Economic Uncertainty20:07 The Rise of Gold as a Safe Haven25:08 SORA & the AI Revolution30:00 Investing in the Future: NVIDIA and OpenAI32:41 The AI Wave and Its Implications35:38 Investing in Nigeria: Bayo Ogunlesi and DangoteKeywordspodcast, MBA, Oxford, Yale, networking, entrepreneurship, gold prices, AI, education, life updates, personal growth, AI, technology, investment, Nigeria, infrastructure, creativity, market valuation, disruption, economy, future of work
5 Jun 2025
CBEX, Investment Red Flags and Surviving Inflation in 2025 Nigeria
Hosts Bade and Biyi analyze the CBEX scheme, investment red flags, and strategies for Nigerians to survive inflation in 2025, offering insights into financial literacy and risk management.
9 Mar 2025
Stock Market 101: Simple Terms & Strategies for Beginners
Hosts Biyi and Bade Momoh demystify stock market basics, explain investment strategies like diversification and dollar cost averaging, and discuss market dynamics, offering listeners a foundation for informed investing.
2 Feb 2025
How To Invest In Nigeria in 2025: Stock Market, Crypto and Fintech Investing; We Are Back
Bade and Biyi analyze Nigeria's 2025 investment landscape, contrasting stock market, crypto, and fintech opportunities with their 2022 predictions in this investing discussion.
14 Aug 2022
EP 003: Recession: Its Impact On Everyday Nigerians and How To Stay Afloat During This Downturn
Hosts Bade and Biyi discuss the impact of the global recession on Nigerians with Femi Rex, exploring investment strategies and offering advice for navigating the economic downturn in this interview episode.
26 Jun 2022
EP 002: Money Mistake To Avoid While Making Investment Decisions; Agrotech; Cryptocurrency
Bade and Biyi discuss common money mistakes to avoid when making investment decisions in Nigeria, including insights on Agrotech and Cryptocurrency.
12 Jun 2022
EP 001: Welcome To The Pod; Spending, Saving and Investing $100k, ₦100k, ₦500k & ₦1,000,000
Hosts Bade and Biyi discuss their approaches to spending, saving, and investing various amounts of money, including dollars and naira, in this introductory episode.
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