Patrice Motsepe stepped down as ARM’s executive chairman on Feb. 16, 2026, to comply with JSE governance rules.

India’s UPI surpasses cash as top payment method, used by 57% of people, driven by speed, ease, and incentives.

Nigeria and UAE launch sugar, agro-industrial, and logistics projects via new partnership.

Canadian manufacturing sales rose 0.6% in December 2025, led by auto and food sales, despite declines in energy products and ongoing economic challenges.

Toys "R" Us Canada stops accepting gift cards after Feb. 16, 2026, amid financial troubles and pending store closures.

Reliance Consumer Products partners with Nigeria’s TGI Group to launch FMCG brands in Nigeria and West Africa.

India’s ED fines NewsClick and its editor ₹184 crore over alleged foreign investment violations.

A Missouri judge ruled retail gaming machines illegal, citing state law, prompting enforcement action and potential removal despite claims they are games of skill.

New Zealand launches AI-powered payments via Mastercard, Westpac, and Maincode, using biometric authentication for secure, voice or text purchases.

Overtone Brewing Co. closed in 2026 due to debt but will reopen under new ownership.