In March 2026, new battery-electric vehicle (BEV) registrations in Germany surged 66.2% year-on-year to 70,663 units, according to data from the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA). This pushed the BEV market share to 24.0% of all new passenger car registrations, up from 16.8% in March 2025 and 22% in February 2026. Overall new passenger car […] The post New Battery-Electric Vehicle Registrations in Germany Surged YoY to 70,663 Units in March  appeared first on Tekedia.

UBS has announced that it is partnering with five other major Swiss banks—PostFinance, Sygnum, Raiffeisen, Zürcher Kantonalbank (ZKB), and Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (BCV)—along with Swiss Stablecoin AG to test use cases for a Swiss franc-pegged stablecoin often referred to as a CHF or digital franc stablecoin. UBS manages around $6.1 trillion in assets making this […] The post UBS Partners with Five Major Swiss Banks to Test Use Case for a Swiss Franc-pegged Stablecoin appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI has unveiled a new U.S. child safety blueprint aimed at tackling AI-enabled exploitation, grooming, and mental health harms, as mounting legal scrutiny and rising abuse reports turn child protection into one of the most persistent fault lines in the global AI race. The ChatGPTmaker’s latest child safety blueprint is in response to a growing […] The post OpenAI Unveils Child Safety Blueprint as AI-Driven Exploitation Risks Intensify appeared first on Tekedia.

The price of Bitcoin has edged lower as a proposed two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran shows signs of instability. The pullback follows a sharp rally earlier in the week, when Bitcoin surged above the $72,000 level after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a potential agreement aimed at de-escalating tensions between the two […] The post Bitcoin Rally Fades Amid Rising Doubts Over U.S.–Iran Ceasefire appeared first on Tekedia.

Something is definitely changing how people think about their homes. A few years ago, moving felt like it was just the default option; you outgrew your space, changed jobs, or wanted a fresh start, so you packed up and moved on. Now, more people are staying put and putting their time and money into what […] The post Why More People Are Investing In Their Homes Instead Of Moving appeared first on Tekedia.

The automotive industry is in the midst of a technological renaissance. Vehicles are no longer defined solely by their horsepower or suspension systems; they are evaluated on their computing power, sensor arrays, and digital connectivity. We are driving rolling networks. However, despite this massive leap forward, the physical security systems of many vehicles remain a […] The post The Intersection of Mechanics and Microchips: Navigating Modern Automotive Security Failures appeared first on Tekedia.

As markets become more crowded and audiences become more discerning, businesses are judged less by what they claim and more by what they repeatedly prove. That shift gives extra relevance to the public business profile around Yasam Ayavefe. Across multiple ventures, he appears to reflect a leadership style that treats reputation as something earned through […] The post What Yasam Ayavefe’s Business Model Says About Lasting Success appeared first on Tekedia.

Refiant AI has raised $5 million to support its compression and restrucutring tool for AI models to allow them run efficiently on smaller or local machines.

To maintain a Windows PC to ensure it is fast and secure, regular maintenance is needed. There are junk files which are built up daily, the startup programs are built quietly, and the traces of privacy are built up in the background. The problem? The majority of users do not even perform cleanups regularly. And […] The post How to Schedule Hands-Free PC Maintenance with Advanced SystemCare 19 AutoCare appeared first on Tekedia.

Cryptocurrency exchanges function as the fundamental structure of the digital asset market because they enable users to conduct efficient cryptocurrency transactions through their trading platforms. Digital currency exchanges have developed into advanced financial centers because of the increasing demand for digital currencies which enables them to provide multiple services beyond basic trading functions. The major […] The post Major Exchanges appeared first on Tekedia.

Imagine waking up, checking your email or dashboard, and seeing a $100 credit alert sitting there waiting for you from an affiliate marketing program you have joined… No calls.No convincing anyone.No stress. That was exactly my experience this morning. And the funny part? 👉 I didn’t sell anything directly. What Really Happened? Someone, somewhere, clicked […]

PowerLabs wants to make sense of Nigeria’s crowded power mix. Its premise is simple: that the country’s energy problem is no longer just about supply, but about coordination.

Safaricom’s newly launched My OneApp is facing widespread login failures just days after its debut, complicating plans to phase out its legacy M-PESA and mySafaricom platforms within six months.

Impact Of AI On Job Market: Winners, Risks, And Shifts AI is reshaping the job market by automating routine tasks, changing entry-level work, and creating demand for new skills and roles. The biggest winners will be workers and businesses that adapt early, learn AI tools, and focus on human strengths like judgment, creativity, and problem solving. TechCity

The numbers represent the sharpest test yet of whether Kenya's cybersecurity infrastructure can keep pace with its digital economy. 

In today's edition: Zenith Bank acquires Kenya’s Paramount Bank || Changes at KRA || GTCO’s HabariPay grows profit || Nigeria's tax collection in Q4 2025

Visa, the global leader in digital payments, and Zazu, a fintech dedicated to entrepreneurs and SMEs, are announcing a strategic partnership to offer the first fully online business account for entrepreneurs and SMEs in Morocco. This partnership strengthens Zazu’s offering and will support the progressive rollout of Visa Business cards, which will enhance the experience […] The post Visa and Zazu Launch Morocco’s First Fully Digital Business Account appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc has delivered another standout performance, posting audited full-year 2025 results that underscore its entrenched position as one of Nigeria’s two largest palm oil producers alongside Presco Plc. Pretax profit surged 69.26% to N90.6 billion from N53.5 billion in 2024, while post-tax profit rose 45.03% to N57.9 billion. Revenue expanded […] The post Okomu Oil Palm Cements Market Leadership with Record 2025 Profits as Revenue Climbs 52% on Strong Volumes and Pricing Power appeared first on Tekedia.

The sharp fall in oil futures following the U.S.-Iran ceasefire has offered financial markets a measure of relief. But the physical crude market is telling a far more troubling story. While June Brent futures settled at $94.75 per barrel on Wednesday, the spot price for physical Brent cargoes scheduled for delivery within the next 10 […] The post Brent Spot Cargoes Stay Above $124 as Physical Oil Market Signals Ceasefire Has Not Solved Supply Crisis appeared first on Tekedia.

Shanghai-based Sigenergy is seeking to raise HK$4.40 billion in Hong Kong, betting investor appetite for clean-energy infrastructure remains strong even as Beijing’s tougher scrutiny of red-chip structures threatens to slow the city’s IPO pipeline and reshape deal-making across Chinese listings. China’s Sigenergy Technology is pressing ahead with a sizeable Hong Kong listing that will test […] The post Sigenergy Targets $562m Hong Kong IPO as Energy Storage Boom Meets Regulatory Crosswinds appeared first on Tekedia.

The New York Times published an article by investigative reporter John Carreyrou detailing a year-long investigation into the identity of Bitcoin’s pseudonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. The piece strongly suggests that Adam Back, a 55-year-old British cryptographer, CEO of Blockstream, and prominent Bitcoin figure, is the most likely candidate. NYT’s Case for Adam Back as Satoshi […] The post New York Times Article on Adam Back as Satoshi Nakamoto Creates Renew Wave of Enquiries Who Satoshi Is appeared first on Tekedia.

US stock futures are surging in premarket trading, Dow Jones futures: Up ~1,250–1,300 points, or +2.7%, S&P 500 futures: Up ~177 points, or +2.7%, Nasdaq-100 futures: Up ~845–850 points, or +3.5% and Russell 2000 futures: Up ~3.6–4%. These levels point to a sharply higher open for the major indices at 9:30 AM ET, assuming no major […] The post US Stock Futures are Surging in Premarket Trading  appeared first on Tekedia.

Morgan Stanley’s spot Bitcoin ETF (ticker: MSBT) is going live today, April 8, 2026, on NYSE Arca. This marks a notable milestone: it’s the first spot Bitcoin ETF issued directly by a major U.S. commercial bank, rather than through a third-party asset manager. Morgan Stanley Investment Management is the sponsor, with Coinbase as the Bitcoin […] The post Morgan Stanley’s Spot Bitcoin ETF Goes Live Today  appeared first on Tekedia.

TikTok has moved to deepen its European infrastructure footprint with plans to invest another €1 billion ($1.16 billion) in a second data center in Finland, Reuters reports. The decision speaks not only to the company’s expansion ambitions but also to the growing political and regulatory battle over where user data is stored, who controls it, […] The post TikTok Doubles Down on Europe With Second €1bn Finland Data Hub as Data Sovereignty Pressures Mount appeared first on Tekedia.

Total Oil primarily WTI crude/CL-USDC and Brent/BRENTOIL perps has flipped Bitcoin in 24-hour trading volume on Hyperliquid for the first time. According to recent on-chain and community data, Oil markets on Hyperliquid generated nearly $4 billion in 24-hour volume. This surpassed BTC perpetuals volume on the platform. Total HIP-3 (permissionless perps, including RWAs) daily volume […] The post Total Oil Markets Flips Bitcoin Markets on Hyperliquid Making a Shift to a Maturing Defi Sentiment  appeared first on Tekedia.

CME Group announced plans to launch futures contracts for Avalanche (AVAX) and Sui (SUI) on May 4, 2026 pending regulatory approval. This expands CME’s regulated crypto derivatives suite, which already includes Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more recent additions like Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar. Contracts will come in both standard and micro sizes: AVAX: Standard (5,000 AVAX) […] The post CME Group Plans to Launch Futures for AVAX and SUI  appeared first on Tekedia.

Bybit successfully detected and blocked a series of coordinated fake deposit attacks across multiple blockchain networks, preventing potential losses exceeding 1 billion DOT roughly $1.2–1.3 billion at recent prices. This incident was announced by Bybit, the exchange’s Group Risk Control team identified the attempts in real time, neutralized them, and ensured no fake funds were […] The post Bybit Successfully Detected and Blocked 1B DOT from Coordinated Fake Deposit Attacks Across Multiple Blockchain Networks  appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin reclaimed the $71,000 level and brieftly pushed above $72,000–$72,700 following news of a conditional two-week ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran. President Trump announced via Truth Social that the US would suspend strikes on Iran for two weeks, conditional on Iran agreeing to the complete, immediate, and safe reopening of the Strait of […] The post Bitcoin Reclaims $71K After Cease Fire Agreement appeared first on Tekedia.

Tekedia Capital congratulates our portfolio company, Conductor Quantum, for another milestone: Conductor Quantum successfully automated the tuning of 128 double quantum dots (64 devices) on a single silicon chip with no human in the loop.   Simply, the startup has demonstrated that AI-driven software can autonomously build and tune the fundamental units of quantum computers […] The post Automating Qubits at Scale: Conductor Quantum’s Leap Toward the Quantum Era appeared first on Tekedia.

Anthropic has announced Project Glasswing, a new industry initiative to secure critical software using its unreleased frontier model, Claude Mythos Preview. The project addresses the dual-use risks of advanced AI in cybersecurity. It’s a collaborative effort involving major tech and security organizations to use Claude Mythos Preview defensively. The goal is to proactively find and […] The post Anthropic Unveils Project Glasswing for Defense of Critical Infrastructure appeared first on Tekedia.

Nigeria’s state oil company has notched another milestone in its drive to revive upstream fortunes. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on April 5 loaded and dispatched its maiden cargo of the new light, sweet Cawthorne blend, some 950,000 barrels, from the recently commissioned Cawthorne Floating Storage and Offloading (FSO) vessel off Bonny, Rivers […] The post NNPCL’s First Cawthorne Crude Cargo Sails to Europe as Domestic Refining Push Faces Feedstock Squeeze appeared first on Tekedia.

Crypto futures saw nearly $600 million in total liquidations over the past 24 hours, with bearish short positions accounting for over $420 million of that wipeout. A surprise geopolitical de-escalation—specifically, President Donald Trump’s announcement of a two-week US-Iran ceasefire—caught many leveraged traders off guard. Markets had been pricing in heightened tensions and potential conflict escalation, […] The post Crypto Futures Saw Nearly $600M in Total Liquidations Over the Past 24 hours appeared first on Tekedia.

Global markets rallied sharply on Wednesday after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, easing immediate fears of a prolonged disruption to oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz and triggering a broad risk-on move across equities, bonds, and currencies. Futures tied to major U.S. indexes surged in early trading, reflecting a […] The post Ceasefire Sparks Global Relief Rally as Oil Plunges, but Markets Brace for Fragile Two-Week Window appeared first on Tekedia.

Asian technology and semiconductor stocks surged on Wednesday in one of the strongest relief rallies seen in weeks, as a conditional two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran temporarily eased fears over energy flows, industrial gas shortages, and a deeper supply chain shock to the global chip industry. The ceasefire, which includes a temporary […] The post Chip Stocks Roar Across Asia as U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Eases Supply Chain Fears and Revives AI Trade appeared first on Tekedia.

Billionaire activist investor Bill Ackman has thrown down the gauntlet once again. Through his Pershing Square vehicle, he formally proposed on Tuesday a full takeover of Universal Music Group, the world’s largest music company, in a deal valued at roughly $64 billion that blends cash and new shares. The unsolicited offer marks the latest, and […] The post Ackman’s Pershing Square Launches $64bn Takeover Bid for Universal Music Group appeared first on Tekedia.

Kalshi has announced a partnership with Fox Corporation. This is a sponsored integration that brings Kalshi’s real-time prediction market data into Fox’s coverage. Platforms involved: Fox News Channel, Fox Business Network, Fox Weather, and the FOX One streaming platform. Content focus: Real-time probabilities and crowd odds on politics, economics, weather, cultural events, and other storylines […] The post Kalshi Partnership with Fox News Aims to Bring Real Time Prediction Markets Data into Fox’s Coverage appeared first on Tekedia.