Trust Stamp announces strategic discussions with Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) to strengthen Nigeria’s digital trust framework
Rhea-AI Summary
Trust Stamp (NASDAQ:IDAI) said it is in strategic discussions with Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency on integrating privacy-first biometric tokenization into national systems to support Nigeria’s stated $1 trillion digital economy ambition. The collaboration targets secure, anonymized identity verification and technical workshops to roadmap deployment across government and private sectors.
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News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, IDAI declined 8.52%, reflecting a notable negative market reaction. Argus tracked a trough of -15.1% from its starting point during tracking. Our momentum scanner triggered 7 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $1M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $16M at that time.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Peers show mixed action: some up (e.g., SOPA, VS), others down (e.g., BNZI, MASK). With IDAI up 6.27%, this pattern points more to stock-specific news than a uniform sector move.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 04 | Crypto wallet IP | Positive | -5.3% | Filed WOW trademark for biometrically secured Wallet of Wallets. |
| Feb 02 | Business update | Positive | -7.3% | Outlined financing, product progress, M&A LOIs and commercial wins. |
| Dec 22 | Partnership LOI | Positive | -1.8% | LOI with Blue Gold to develop biometrically verified Wallet of Wallets. |
| Dec 01 | Product launch | Positive | -3.4% | Announced StableKey solution to protect crypto from coercive attacks. |
| Nov 24 | Crypto framework | Positive | +6.8% | Unveiled patent-based stablecoin identity framework tied to regulation. |
In 4 of the last 5 positive news events, the stock declined over the next 24 hours, suggesting a recent pattern of selling into good news.
Over the past six months, Trust Stamp has focused on crypto-related identity security and wallet technology, including a patent-backed stablecoin framework on Nov 24, 2025, the StableKey launch on Dec 1, 2025, and a Wallet of Wallets LOI on Dec 22, 2025. A January 2026 business update and the February WOW trademark highlighted ongoing commercial and product progress. Against this backdrop, the Nigeria NITDA discussions extend its biometric and privacy-first identity capabilities into a national digital trust framework.
Regulatory & Risk Context
An effective Form S-3 shelf dated Nov 24, 2025 registers 2,511,044 resale shares tied to private warrants. While the company does not receive proceeds from resales, it could receive up to $10,546,384 if all warrants are exercised for cash at $4.20 per share, providing potential funding capacity alongside a previously disclosed going concern emphasis from auditors.
Market Pulse Summary
The stock moved -8.5% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite positive-sounding discussions with NITDA would fit a recent pattern in which 4 of the last 5 favorable announcements were followed by declining prices over the next 24 hours. Investors reviewing such a move might note the company’s ongoing operating losses, accumulated deficit of $67,239,736, and registered resale capacity, all of which can influence risk appetite around new partnership headlines.
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Atlanta, GA, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trust Stamp, a global provider of AI-powered trust, identity and security solutions announced that it is in strategic discussions with Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) to strengthen Nigeria’s digital trust framework. The partnership aims to integrate privacy-first biometric solutions into the nation’s rapidly expanding digital economy.
At a meeting in Abuja, NITDA Director General Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, focused on how "Digital Trust" serves as the primary currency of the digital age. Inuwa emphasized that for Nigeria to achieve its goal of a
NITDA Director General, Kashifu Inuwa, stressed that the inclusion of Trust Stamp’s expertise is not just about adopting a new vendor; it’s about building a deep-tier partnership with Trust Stamp and a foundational infrastructure for the entire nation as a strategic move to fortify Nigeria’s digital economy. The collaboration aims to move beyond basic identification, deploying cutting-edge “privacy-first” technologies to secure the nation’s
By collaborating with Trust Stamp, NITDA aims to provide small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with the advanced verification tools usually reserved for large multinational banks. By combining NITDA's oversight with Trust Stamp's AI innovation, the collaboration seeks to build a "resilient digital ecosystem" where innovation can thrive without compromising the personal security of Nigerian citizens.
The next phase of the NITDA partnership will involve technical workshops to create a roadmap for deploying these identity solutions across government services and the broader private sector.
Inquiries:
Trust Stamp: shareholders@truststamp.ai
About Trust Stamp
Trust Stamp is a global provider of AI-powered services for use in multiple sectors including banking and finance, regulatory compliance, government, healthcare, real estate, communications, and humanitarian services. Its technology empowers organizations via advanced solutions that reduce fraud, tokenize and secure assets and data and securely authenticate users while protecting personal privacy, reduce friction in digital transactions, and increase operational efficiency, enabling customers to accelerate secure financial inclusion and reach and serve a broader base of users worldwide.
With team members from over twenty nationalities in ten countries across North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa, Trust Stamp trades on the Nasdaq Capital Market (Nasdaq: IDAI).
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