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Litecoin & Polygon Are Stuck in the Past: Why BlockDAG Could Be the Next 1000x Crypto!
A few tokens do not crash quickly, but rather bleed down over time. Litecoin and Polygon show this trend clearly in today’s crypto market. Both projects feature real technology, real histories, and strong user bases. Litecoin stands as one of the oldest digital payment assets, while Polygon serves as a key scaling solution for Ethereum. […] The post Litecoin & Polygon Are Stuck in the Past: Why BlockDAG Could Be the Next 1000x Crypto! appeared first on Tekedia.
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Microbetting Narrows Into Single Moments
Microbetting is moving live wagering away from broad match predictions and toward one clearly defined event at a time. For esports viewers, markets around pages such as https://1xbet.ie/en/esports/real/valorant show how naturally the format fits fast rounds, sudden momentum shifts and decisions made while the broadcast is still unfolding. The trend is not simply about more […] The post Microbetting Narrows Into Single Moments appeared first on Tekedia.
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Inside VIP Programs: What High Rollers Actually Get Access To
A regular at any casino will tell you the same thing. The moment your spending crosses a certain line, everything around you starts to change quietly. Online platforms have built entire systems around that shift, and few players outside the top tiers ever see how deep it goes. The Invitation Nobody Applies For VIP status […] The post Inside VIP Programs: What High Rollers Actually Get Access To appeared first on Tekedia.
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Michael Burry Flags Record Calm in Stock Market as Potential Warning Sign
Michael Burry is warning that an unusually long period of calm in the U.S. stock market could be another sign that investors are underestimating the risk of a sharp reversal, pointing to a technical indicator that has reached an extreme not seen in at least three decades. Burry, the investor made famous by “The Big […] The post Michael Burry Flags Record Calm in Stock Market as Potential Warning Sign appeared first on Tekedia.
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Why Instagram Hides Following Activity and What’s Still Visible
Instagram shows plenty about followers and following, but it does not present that information as a clean activity log. A profile can reveal follower and following counts, while access to the actual lists depends on privacy settings. Meta publishes rules for profile visibility and follow requests. Its public documentation does not state that another person’s […] The post Why Instagram Hides Following Activity and What’s Still Visible appeared first on Tekedia.
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XRP and Cardano Are Well Below Their Peaks, Could BlockDAG Turn $500 Into $25,000? Here’s Why Buyers Are Rushing In
Two top crypto projects are testing investor confidence today. XRP and Cardano spent years building systems, seeking big partners, and launching updates. Yet both projects sit far down from their past price peaks. Investors who bought these coins hoping for big gains now face a long period of waiting. The core tech works fine, but […] The post XRP and Cardano Are Well Below Their Peaks, Could BlockDAG Turn $500 Into $25,000? Here’s Why Buyers Are Rushing In appeared first on Tekedia.
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Mr Eazi’s Choplife is the latest startup to move to digital free zone Itana
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Kenya says cyber cafés won’t need to monitor users’ browsing history
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Ndubuisi Ekekwe Delivers Keynote At NiDEC 2026 in Toronto, Canada
Good People, thank you, Fellow Citizens, for giving this Ovim village boy the privilege of delivering the Keynote Address at the Nigeria Diaspora Economic Conference (NiDEC) 2026 in Toronto, Canada. It was truly a magical experience, sharing ideas on Nigeria’s economic future and co-moderating important conversations with H.E. Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, Governor of […] The post Ndubuisi Ekekwe Delivers Keynote At NiDEC 2026 in Toronto, Canada appeared first on Tekedia.
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Report on Cultural Roadblocks to Digital Infrastructure Revisited: What Happened Next in Niger State
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SASSA September 2026 payment dates: Full schedule
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Standard Bank wants to own more of Africa’s digital payment flows 
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Africa’s cybercriminals are adopting AI faster than the institutions chasing them
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Booking CEO Warns AI Could Trigger ‘Human Cost’, Wants “Every Single Employee” To Become “AI Literate” 
Booking Holdings CEO Glenn Fogel has warned that the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence could carry a significant “human cost,” as companies deploy increasingly capable systems to automate tasks once performed by employees. Fogel, who has led Booking Holdings since 2017 and also serves as CEO of Booking.com, said the company is actively considering how […] The post Booking CEO Warns AI Could Trigger ‘Human Cost’, Wants “Every Single Employee” To Become “AI Literate”  appeared first on Tekedia.
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CFTC Prepared to Advance Crypto Regulations Even if Congress Fails on Clarity Act
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has disclosed its readiness to move forward with cryptocurrency regulations using its existing authorities if Congress does not pass the long-awaited Digital Asset Market Clarity Act. The development comes as the landmark market structure bill stalled ahead of the August recess, shifting momentum toward agency-driven rulemaking. Recall that the U.S. […] The post CFTC Prepared to Advance Crypto Regulations Even if Congress Fails on Clarity Act appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bank of America Unveils $250bn U.S. Infrastructure Financing Plan as AI Drives Capital Demand
Bank of America plans to deploy $250 billion toward U.S. digital and infrastructure projects by July 2027, adding to a growing push by Wall Street’s largest banks to channel unprecedented amounts of private capital into the facilities needed to support artificial intelligence, energy production, and broader economic growth. The bank said Wednesday that its new […] The post Bank of America Unveils $250bn U.S. Infrastructure Financing Plan as AI Drives Capital Demand appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nigeria’s identity law raises questions over who regulates digital signatures
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Everything announced at Made by Google 2026
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Jumia bags $50 million
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New York City Council Probes Prediction Markets Over Marketing Practices
New York City lawmakers are escalating scrutiny of the rapidly expanding prediction market industry, opening an investigation into whether platforms including Polymarket, Kalshi, Coinbase and Gemini Titan have used deceptive or predatory marketing tactics to encourage consumers to wager on event contracts. The New York City Council is examining allegations of “false, deceptive, unconscionable, and […] The post New York City Council Probes Prediction Markets Over Marketing Practices appeared first on Tekedia.
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0xQuit Launches FWAPHouse on FWA as Trump Media Reports $190M Crypto Losses
The crypto market continues to evolve at a rapid pace, with new financial infrastructure emerging alongside growing institutional exposure to digital assets. Two developments highlight this trend from very different angles: 0xQuit has launched the FWAPHouse deposit manager on top of FWA, while Trump Media has reported roughly $190 million in crypto-related paper losses. The […] The post 0xQuit Launches FWAPHouse on FWA as Trump Media Reports $190M Crypto Losses appeared first on Tekedia.
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Claude AI Watermarks and the New Infrastructure Boom
Artificial intelligence is entering a new phase in which the technology is no longer defined only by increasingly capable models. The infrastructure supporting those models is becoming just as important. While companies developing the hardware and software backbone of AI are emerging as some of the stock market’s biggest winners. Anthropic’s Claude is part of […] The post Claude AI Watermarks and the New Infrastructure Boom appeared first on Tekedia.
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Moove Joins Africa’s Unicorn Club With $2.1 Billion Valuation
Nigerian-born, UAE-headquartered mobility company Moove has joined Africa’s growing unicorn club after securing a $250 million Series C round that valued the company at $2.1 billion. The funding round was led by Mubadala and co-led by Woven Capital and Ion Pacific, marking a significant increase from Moove’s last disclosed valuation of $750 million in 2024. […] The post Moove Joins Africa’s Unicorn Club With $2.1 Billion Valuation appeared first on Tekedia.
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Institutional Flows Point to a Potential Shift for HYPE as Bitcoin Whales Keep Selling
After weeks of institutional selling pressure, the market structure around Hyperliquid’s native token, HYPE, may be showing early signs of a reversal. Lookonchain data indicates that a wallet linked to Maven11 Capital withdrew roughly $11.17 million worth of HYPE from OKX over the past day, a move that could signal renewed institutional confidence in the […] The post Institutional Flows Point to a Potential Shift for HYPE as Bitcoin Whales Keep Selling appeared first on Tekedia.
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ZachXBT Tracks US-Based Scammer Linked to Millions in Crypto Theft
Onchain investigator ZachXBT has once again highlighted the growing sophistication of cryptocurrency scams after identifying a US-based individual allegedly connected to at least $5 million in stolen digital assets. The case underscores a persistent weakness across the crypto industry: despite improvements in blockchain surveillance and security infrastructure, social engineering remains one of the most effective […] The post ZachXBT Tracks US-Based Scammer Linked to Millions in Crypto Theft appeared first on Tekedia.
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Tencent Revenue Beats Estimates as Gaming and AI Advertising Lift Growth, but Profit Misses
Tencent posted better-than-expected second-quarter revenue as stronger growth in its China gaming business and AI-powered advertising helped offset weakness in international gaming, while higher spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure weighed on profitability. The Chinese technology giant reported revenue of 204.78 billion yuan ($30.36 billion) for the quarter, compared with 202.17 billion yuan expected by analysts […] The post Tencent Revenue Beats Estimates as Gaming and AI Advertising Lift Growth, but Profit Misses appeared first on Tekedia.
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Rhine Water Levels and Bicycle Industry Insolvencies Highlight Germany’s Economic Pressures
Germany is facing a fresh set of economic pressures as low water levels on the Rhine push up fuel prices while difficulties at Dutch bicycle group Accell are forcing three Bavarian-based cycling companies into insolvency. Although the developments affect different sectors, both illustrate how vulnerable businesses and consumers can be to disruptions in supply chains, […] The post Rhine Water Levels and Bicycle Industry Insolvencies Highlight Germany’s Economic Pressures appeared first on Tekedia.
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RUM Group’s Record Growth Signals a New Era for Rumble’s Video and AI Businesses
RUM Group Inc., the parent company of Rumble, delivered a strong second-quarter performance in 2026, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion beyond its traditional video platform. The company reported record quarterly revenue of $40.4 million, representing a 61% increase compared with the same period last year. The result highlights growing demand for Rumble’s […] The post RUM Group’s Record Growth Signals a New Era for Rumble’s Video and AI Businesses appeared first on Tekedia.
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Germany’s Electric Car Boom Grows Even as Carmaker Profits Fall in 2026
Germany’s automotive market is undergoing a significant transformation as consumers increasingly turn toward electric vehicles (EVs), while the country’s major carmakers struggle with declining profitability. New data highlights two interconnected developments: electric cars are gaining ground not only among new buyers but also in the used-car market, while the average operating profit generated by leading […] The post Germany’s Electric Car Boom Grows Even as Carmaker Profits Fall in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Uniper Turns Power Plant Sites Into AI Data Centre Hubs
State-owned German energy company Uniper is exploring a new strategy to generate revenue from its existing power plant infrastructure by establishing artificial intelligence (AI) data centres at selected sites. The plan reflects a growing convergence between the energy and technology sectors, as the rapid expansion of AI creates enormous demand for reliable electricity and strategically […] The post Uniper Turns Power Plant Sites Into AI Data Centre Hubs appeared first on Tekedia.
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CoreWeave Shares Jump 11% After AI Cloud Revenue Beats Estimates, Backlog Hits $104bn
CoreWeave shares jumped 11% in extended trading on Tuesday after the artificial intelligence infrastructure provider reported quarterly revenue above Wall Street expectations, highlighting continued demand for computing capacity even as the company carries a heavy debt burden to fund its rapid expansion. CoreWeave reported revenue of $2.58 billion for the quarter, compared with the $2.56 […] The post CoreWeave Shares Jump 11% After AI Cloud Revenue Beats Estimates, Backlog Hits $104bn appeared first on Tekedia.
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Manus Returns to Independence as China Forces Unwinding of Meta’s $2 Billion AI Bet
AI startup Manus is returning to independent operations after Chinese regulators forced U.S. technology giant Meta to unwind its more than $2 billion acquisition of the company, marking one of the clearest examples yet of how governments are tightening control over ownership of strategically important artificial intelligence technologies. The company said Tuesday that the separation […] The post Manus Returns to Independence as China Forces Unwinding of Meta’s $2 Billion AI Bet appeared first on Tekedia.
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What Instagram Tracking Tools Cost in 2026
Instagram tracking prices now span a very wide range. Some account insights remain free. Budget subscriptions may cost only several dollars monthly. Professional plans can reach hundreds per user. The advertised rate rarely tells the whole story. History limits, account caps, exports, and taxes change totals. Annual discounts help only when access stays useful. Free […] The post What Instagram Tracking Tools Cost in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.
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PlayNow Casino Review: Games, Sports Betting, Login and Mobile Access
The PlayNow casino brings regulated casino games, lottery products and sports betting together in one convenient account. Operated by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), it supports Canadian-dollar payments and offers smooth access through desktop and mobile browsers. Players can explore slots, table games, poker, bingo and lottery draws without switching between separate platforms. The […] The post PlayNow Casino Review: Games, Sports Betting, Login and Mobile Access appeared first on Tekedia.
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MTN Launches AI-Powered Job Board
On International Youth Day, MTN is advancing its commitment to digital and economic inclusion with the launch of an AI-enabled Job Board feature on the MTN Skills Academy, giving learners access to job opportunities, high-demand courses and skills guidance on one platform. The integration of learning, job discovery and application tracking distinguishes the feature from […]
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What YouTube’s New Monetisation Rules Mean for Future of Creator Economy
YouTube’s decision to raise the threshold for creators seeking access to advertising monetisation represents more than a routine adjustment to its Partner Program. It signals a deeper change in the relationship between digital platforms and the millions of people who depend on them to build audiences, generate income and develop online careers. From 2027, new […] The post What YouTube’s New Monetisation Rules Mean for Future of Creator Economy appeared first on Tekedia.
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