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Kenya empowers investigators to seize crypto wallets tied to financial crime
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Kenya’s new crypto rules could force exchanges to delist foreign stablecoins
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4 Next Big Cryptos: XRP, Worldcoin, Hyperliquid & BlockDAG Set to Lead the Next Bull Rally
A fresh phase seems to be forming in crypto markets as funds move strongly into a few selected assets. Many traders are trying to spot the next big cryptos early, before wider demand pushes prices higher. While the overall market shows mixed signals between pauses and selective rises, certain projects stand out due to strong […] The post 4 Next Big Cryptos: XRP, Worldcoin, Hyperliquid & BlockDAG Set to Lead the Next Bull Rally appeared first on Tekedia.
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Why trust has become Nigeria’s next digital payments challenge
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Best Crypto to Buy: BlockDAG, Ondo, Cardano, and TRON Lead Market Focus!
Capital flows across decentralized networks are shifting rapidly as traders pivot from purely speculative assets toward projects delivering functional utility, real-world yield, and robust execution. Across current market discussions, participants are closely evaluating BlockDAG, Ondo, Cardano, and TRON to identify the best crypto to buy in this shifting landscape. Rather than relying on simple price […] The post Best Crypto to Buy: BlockDAG, Ondo, Cardano, and TRON Lead Market Focus! appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nigeria tests investor appetite with sale of former telecom monopoly ntel
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SpaceX Extends Sharp Selloff of Over $1.2tn As Investors Brace For Earnings And Lock-Up Expiry
SpaceX shares continued their steep decline this week, extending one of the stock’s worst losing streaks since its public debut as investors reassess lofty artificial intelligence valuations, mounting capital expenditure concerns and the potential impact of an upcoming share lock-up expiration. The stock fell more than 1% on Monday to close at $113.50, marking its […] The post SpaceX Extends Sharp Selloff of Over $1.2tn As Investors Brace For Earnings And Lock-Up Expiry appeared first on Tekedia.
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Toheeb Popoola found Photoshop by accident. It changed his life.
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Oil Jumps Over 4% as Middle East Tensions Escalate; Dollar Holds Firm, Treasury Yields Edge Higher Ahead of Fed
Oil prices climbed more than 4% on Wednesday after renewed military confrontation between the United States, Saudi Arabia and Iran heightened fears of prolonged supply disruptions in the Middle East, while a larger-than-expected drawdown in U.S. crude inventories added further support to the market. Brent crude futures rose $3.72, or 4.4%, to $87.81 a barrel […] The post Oil Jumps Over 4% as Middle East Tensions Escalate; Dollar Holds Firm, Treasury Yields Edge Higher Ahead of Fed appeared first on Tekedia.
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SEC Prepares to Establish Crypto Rules if Congress Fails to Pass Clarity Act
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has signaled it is prepared to develop its own cryptocurrency regulations should Congress fail to enact the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, commonly known as the CLARITY Act. This development highlights the growing urgency surrounding digital asset oversight in the United States as lawmakers race against the August […] The post SEC Prepares to Establish Crypto Rules if Congress Fails to Pass Clarity Act appeared first on Tekedia.
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Musk’s X Challenges Australia’s Plan to Expand Social Media Enforcement Powers, Warns of Conflict With International Law
X, the social media platform owned by Elon Musk, has sharply criticized Australia’s proposal to strengthen enforcement of its landmark under-16 social media ban, warning the measures would grant the country’s internet regulator sweeping investigative powers, undermine international legal principles and potentially conflict with U.S. law. In a submission to an Australian Senate committee published […] The post Musk’s X Challenges Australia’s Plan to Expand Social Media Enforcement Powers, Warns of Conflict With International Law appeared first on Tekedia.
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U.S. Goods Trade Deficit Narrows In June, But Likely Remains A Drag On Second-Quarter Economic Growth
The U.S. trade deficit in goods narrowed in June as imports declined across most major categories, but the improvement is unlikely to prevent international trade from weighing on economic growth for a second consecutive quarter, exposing the uneven impact of shifting trade flows, lower oil prices and cautious business activity. Data released Tuesday by the […] The post U.S. Goods Trade Deficit Narrows In June, But Likely Remains A Drag On Second-Quarter Economic Growth appeared first on Tekedia.
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Mercedes-Benz Vows To Safeguard U.S. Business As Washington Scrutinizes Chinese Ownership Ties
Mercedes-Benz has pledged to protect its U.S. operations from any potential restrictions stemming from Washington’s growing scrutiny of Chinese influence in the automotive industry, as proposed legislation could complicate the German luxury carmaker’s access to one of its strongest-performing markets. The commitment comes after the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee last week advanced legislation aimed at […] The post Mercedes-Benz Vows To Safeguard U.S. Business As Washington Scrutinizes Chinese Ownership Ties appeared first on Tekedia.
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Sam Altman Says AI Won’t Deliver the Four-Day Workweek Because People Keep Raising Their Ambitions
The widespread expectation that artificial intelligence would dramatically shorten the workweek is unlikely to become reality, according to Sam Altman, who argues that advances in technology tend to create new forms of work rather than eliminate the need for it. Speaking on the Relentless podcast hosted by Ti Morse, the OpenAI chief executive said history […] The post Sam Altman Says AI Won’t Deliver the Four-Day Workweek Because People Keep Raising Their Ambitions appeared first on Tekedia.
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Apple Launches Lower-Cost iPhone Leasing Program With Klarna as Higher Device Prices Loom
Apple customers in the United States will soon be able to lease an iPhone for as little as $17.99 per month, as the technology giant rolls out a new financing program aimed at making its devices more affordable while encouraging users to upgrade more frequently. The new offering, called Apple Upgrade, is being launched in […] The post Apple Launches Lower-Cost iPhone Leasing Program With Klarna as Higher Device Prices Loom appeared first on Tekedia.
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Hong Kong Pushes Banks Toward Post-Quantum Cryptography by 2030
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has delivered a sobering assessment of the banking sector’s preparedness for one of the next major cybersecurity challenges: quantum computing. In its latest evaluation, the regulator found that Hong Kong banks scored an average of just 2.3 out of 10 on quantum readiness, highlighting how far the financial industry still […] The post Hong Kong Pushes Banks Toward Post-Quantum Cryptography by 2030 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Grocery delivery startup GoLemon shuts down after failing to raise fresh capital
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Fanatics Acquires CFTC-Registered Exchange to Expand Prediction Markets Ambitions
Fanatics, the global sports merchandise and digital sports platform, is making a major move into the rapidly growing prediction markets industry by acquiring a Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)-registered exchange. The acquisition represents a strategic effort by the company to strengthen its position in event-based trading and build a more comprehensive predictions market product that […] The post Fanatics Acquires CFTC-Registered Exchange to Expand Prediction Markets Ambitions appeared first on Tekedia.
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SpaceX’s SPCX Shares Hit New All-Time Low of $110 Amid Growing Investor Concerns
SpaceX’s publicly traded shares under the ticker SPCX have fallen to a new all-time low of $110, marking another challenging chapter for one of the world’s most closely watched aerospace companies. The decline reflects mounting investor concerns over broader market conditions, execution risks, and uncertainty surrounding the company’s future growth trajectory. While SpaceX remains a […] The post SpaceX’s SPCX Shares Hit New All-Time Low of $110 Amid Growing Investor Concerns appeared first on Tekedia.
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Robinhood Explores Partnership With Crypto.com to Expand Prediction Markets
Robinhood is reportedly in talks with Crypto.com to integrate prediction market contracts into its trading platform, marking another significant step in the convergence of traditional fintech, cryptocurrency, and event-based financial products. If finalized, the partnership could strengthen Robinhood’s ambitions to become a broader financial marketplace while providing millions of users with access to blockchain-powered prediction […] The post Robinhood Explores Partnership With Crypto.com to Expand Prediction Markets appeared first on Tekedia.
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Egypt’s Fincart Secures $2.8 Million Seed Funding to Expand AI-Powered E-Commerce Platform Across MEA
Egypt-based logistics and e-commerce technology startup Fincart has raised $2.8 million in a seed funding round to accelerate the growth of its AI-powered shipping and operations platform across the Middle East and Africa. The funding round was co-led by Launch Africa Ventures and Antler, with participation from Yango Ventures, Five35 Ventures, Bluestream Capital, Hi2 Global, […] The post Egypt’s Fincart Secures $2.8 Million Seed Funding to Expand AI-Powered E-Commerce Platform Across MEA appeared first on Tekedia.
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Kenyan companies must disclose when people interact with AI under new policy
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AI Background Screening Market to Reach $9.7 Billion by 2035
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way that organizations assess risk and verify identities. A new report has been released that forecasts the rapid growth of background screening with AI. Identity Verification Is Expanding Across Industries AI-verification technology is being embraced in almost every industry that handles sensitive customer information or that operates under strict […] The post AI Background Screening Market to Reach $9.7 Billion by 2035 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Cybersecurity Threats Students Need to Know About in 2026
Cybersecurity Threats Students Need to Know About in 2026 Students have never been more connected. From submitting assignments online and attending virtual lectures to using AI tools,… TechCity
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Best Laptop for Students in 2026: The Honest Review of Top Picks for Every Budget
Best Laptop for Students in 2026: The Honest Review of Top Picks for Every Budget Buying a laptop for school or university is one of the biggest tech investments a student will make.… TechCity
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Nigeria’s First SEC-Licensed Exchange, Quidax, Expands Stablecoin Infrastructure to Over 21 Countries
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Best Free Apps for Students in 2026: 12 Tools That Actually Help You Study
Best Free Apps for Students in 2026: 12 Tools That Actually Help You Study Being a student has never required more digital tools. Whether you’re attending lectures, studying online, writing assignments, collaborating… TechCity
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AI Isn’t Replacing Marketing Communicators
Artificial intelligence has become one of the most discussed topics in marketing communications. Scroll through LinkedIn today and it becomes clear that marketing leaders are no longer debating whether AI matters. They are discussing how to use it effectively, responsibly, and strategically. Yet beneath the excitement lies a more important conversation about the changing nature […] The post AI Isn’t Replacing Marketing Communicators appeared first on Tekedia.
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Strategy Raises $525 Million While Pausing Bitcoin Purchases for Fifth Straight Week
Strategy, the business intelligence company best known for its aggressive Bitcoin treasury strategy, has once again surprised the market by raising an additional $525 million in cash while refraining from purchasing more Bitcoin for the fifth consecutive week. The move marks an unusual pause for a company that has become synonymous with accumulating the world’s […] The post Strategy Raises $525 Million While Pausing Bitcoin Purchases for Fifth Straight Week appeared first on Tekedia.
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Circle Acquires 1,000 IBM Blockchain Patents to Become America’s Largest Blockchain Patent Holder
Circle has taken a major step in strengthening its position within the blockchain industry by acquiring approximately 1,000 blockchain-related patents from IBM. The landmark transaction makes Circle the largest blockchain patent holder in the United States, significantly expanding its intellectual property portfolio and reinforcing its ambitions to become a dominant infrastructure provider for the digital […] The post Circle Acquires 1,000 IBM Blockchain Patents to Become America’s Largest Blockchain Patent Holder appeared first on Tekedia.
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Baidu, Lyft Begin Robotaxi Tests in London, Intensifying Europe’s Autonomous Driving Race
Chinese technology giant Baidu has begun testing autonomous vehicles on public roads in London, marking another significant step in the global race to commercialize robotaxis and intensifying competition among autonomous driving developers seeking an early foothold in Europe’s rapidly evolving mobility market. The trials, which started on Tuesday with human safety operators behind the wheel, […] The post Baidu, Lyft Begin Robotaxi Tests in London, Intensifying Europe’s Autonomous Driving Race appeared first on Tekedia.
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Cursor Launches India-Only Subscription Ahead Of SpaceX Acquisition, Targeting World’s Second-Largest Developer Market
AI coding startup Cursor has launched its first country-specific subscription in India, marking its biggest expansion into the country as it seeks to deepen its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing software developer markets ahead of its expected acquisition by SpaceX. The company on Monday unveiled Cursor Start, a subscription priced at 649 rupees […] The post Cursor Launches India-Only Subscription Ahead Of SpaceX Acquisition, Targeting World’s Second-Largest Developer Market appeared first on Tekedia.
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South Korea Weighs Tighter Limits on Leveraged ETFs as Samsung, SK Hynix Rout Fuels Market Risks
South Korea’s financial watchdog is considering stricter curbs on retail trading of single-stock leveraged exchange-traded funds (ETFs), including investment caps for individual investors, as a sharp selloff in the country’s semiconductor heavyweights intensified concerns over market volatility and speculative trading. Lee Eog-weon, chairman of the Financial Services Commission (FSC), said authorities are reviewing additional measures […] The post South Korea Weighs Tighter Limits on Leveraged ETFs as Samsung, SK Hynix Rout Fuels Market Risks appeared first on Tekedia.
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Factorial Brings Next-Gen HR Automation to SMEs and Large Enterprises Across the SADC Region
Factorial, a global provider of all-in-one HR and business management software, has announced a major expansion initiative to accelerate digital transformation across the Southern African Development Community (SADC). Backed by its robust network of regional partners, the company is helping IT and HR leaders across both dynamic SMEs and large-scale enterprises modernize their tech stacks […]
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Google Faces Up to $10bn in New Lawsuits Across Europe as EU Antitrust Crackdown Enters Costly New Phase
Alphabet’s Google is confronting a potentially far more expensive phase of Europe’s long-running antitrust campaign, as fresh regulatory findings under the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) pave the way for a wave of private damages lawsuits that could collectively exceed $10 billion. After absorbing more than €10.4 billion in EU antitrust fines over the […] The post Google Faces Up to $10bn in New Lawsuits Across Europe as EU Antitrust Crackdown Enters Costly New Phase appeared first on Tekedia.
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