“Food tech is too operational for Software as a Service (SaaS) investors,” she says. “But it is too tech-driven for traditional hospitality capital.” 

A closely watched civil trial has begun in Los Angeles that could reshape how technology companies are held accountable for the design of their social media platforms. At the center of the case are Meta Platforms, parent company of Facebook and Instagram, and Google-owned YouTube, both accused of engineering products that intentionally foster addictive behavior […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Former U.S. presidential candidate and founder of the Forward Party, Andrew Yang, has issued a stark warning about the near-term impact of artificial intelligence on white-collar employment, predicting that “millions of white-collar workers” could lose their jobs within the next 12 to 18 months. Writing on his Substack on Monday, Yang argued that AI-driven workforce […] The post Andrew Yang Warns AI Will Wipe Out Millions of Jobs Within the Next 12 to 18 Months appeared first on Tekedia.

Egyptian e-commerce infrastructure startup Flextock has announced the final close of its USD 12.6 million Series A funding round, led by TLcom Capital. The funding round also saw participation from Conjunction Capital, Capria Ventures, Access Bridge Ventures, Foundation Ventures, B&Y Venture Partners, JIMCO, Alter Global, MSA Capital, and other investors. The company disclosed plans to […] The post Egyptian e-Commerce Flextock Secures $12.6 Million Series A to Scale Unified Commerce Infrastructure Across MENA appeared first on Tekedia.

In a move that continues to define corporate crypto adoption, MicroStrategy (now referred to as Strategy) has added another significant chunk to its Bitcoin holdings. On February 17, 2026, the company announced the purchase of 2,486 Bitcoin for approximately $168.4 million, at an average price of about $67,710 per coin. This latest acquisition pushes MicroStrategy’s […] The post MicroStrategy Purchases Another 2,486 Worth of Bitcoin as Total Holdings Hit 717,131 BTC appeared first on Tekedia.

Investing in the top crypto to watch in 2026 often involves choosing between established giants and high-energy newcomers. While legacy projects provide structural confidence, the most explosive growth frequently occurs during a project’s final shift from private development to public trading. As today’s market balances careful consolidation with fresh liquidity, perfect timing has become a […] The post Top Cryptos to Watch in 2026: BlockDAG, Cardano, Dogecoin & Polygon Heating Up appeared first on Tekedia.

This could narrow Nigeria's virtual assets markets to only a few players who can afford the cost of operating well-oiled, compliant businesses.

In a televised statement on Tuesday, Gabon's media regulator announced an indefinite suspension of social media platforms.

Something structural is shifting in how African tech companies raise money, and most of the conversation about African startup funding is missing it. In 2025, African tech startups raised $1.64 billion through debt financing, a 63% jump from $1.01 billion in 2024 and the highest level ever recorded on the continent. The number of debt […] The post Debt Financing Reaches All-Time High in African Tech: The $1.6B Milestone appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Phungela Holdings, a South African digital transformation and enterprise technology firm, wants to localise technology of African airports

After two bruising years of decline, African tech funding is back. According to Partech Africa’s 2025 Africa Tech VC Report, total investment in the continent’s startup ecosystem reached $4.1 billion in 2025, a 25% jump from the $3.25 billion raised in 2024 and the strongest funding level since 2022. Strip away the headline number, and […] The post African Tech Funding Hits $4.1B in 2025: What’s Really Driving the Growth appeared first on Tech In Africa.

“Technology has moved to the core of value creation at Unilever,” said Willem Uijen, Chief Supply Chain and Operations Officer, Unilever. “As brands are increasingly discovered and chosen in environments shaped by AI, we must lead this shift. Unilever and Google Cloud today announced a 5-year partnership to accelerate Unilever’s business transformation through its use of […]

International business conversations don’t pause just because language adds complexity. Teams negotiate across time zones. Suppliers discuss logistics over video calls. Executives review strategy in multilingual meetings where Mandarin might dominate one segment and English the next. Everything gets recorded. But recordings alone don’t solve anything. They sit in shared drives. They’re long. They’re difficult […] The post AI Chinese Speech-to-Text Tools Are Transforming Global Business Communication appeared first on Tekedia.

Ford Motor Co. is committing $5 billion to its next generation of all-electric vehicles, anchored by a 48-volt electrical architecture that Tesla pioneered on the Cybertruck in 2023, the company announced Tuesday. The investment aims to achieve cost parity with gasoline vehicles by 2027, starting with a $30,000 small electric pickup truck, while dramatically reducing […] The post Ford Bets $5bn on Next-Gen EVs with 48V Architecture, Gigacastings, and Model T-Level to Match Tesla, Chinese EVs appeared first on Tekedia.

Iran partially closed sections of the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, citing “security precautions” as the country’s Revolutionary Guard carried out military exercises in the strategically critical waterway, according to state media. The temporary restriction has once again drawn attention to the vulnerability of one of the world’s most critical energy arteries. The development places […] The post Strait of Hormuz Partially Closed as Iran Conducts Military Drills Amid U.S. Talks appeared first on Tekedia.

U.S. Treasury yields were broadly unchanged on Tuesday as investors returned from the Presidents’ Day holiday to a light trading session, with attention turning to Federal Reserve minutes and delayed economic data that could shape the near-term interest-rate outlook. The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield dipped less than one basis point to 4.054%, while the 30-year […] The post U.S. Treasury Yields Hold Steady as Markets Await Fed Signals and Key Inflation Data appeared first on Tekedia.

Amazon’s plan to spend $200 billion in capital expenditures this year—nearly 60% higher than last year—has placed it at the center of investor concerns about AI-driven free cash flow compression. A modest rally in Amazon shares on Tuesday ended one of the stock’s most severe losing streaks in nearly two decades, but it did little […] The post Amazon Rebounds After Historic Slide as $200 Billion AI Bet Faces Market Scrutiny appeared first on Tekedia.

Adani Group announced on Tuesday that it plans to invest $100 billion over the next decade to develop renewable energy-powered, AI-ready data centers, aiming to create the world’s largest integrated data center platform and establish India as a major global player in artificial intelligence infrastructure. Chairman Gautam Adani described the initiative as a cornerstone of […] The post Adani Group Commits $100bn to Build World’s Largest AI-Ready Data Center Platform by 2035, Signaling India’s Ambitious AI Infrastructure Leap appeared first on Tekedia.

India’s second-largest software services exporter, Infosys, said on Tuesday that artificial intelligence services accounted for 5.5% of its revenue in the December quarter, the first time the company has formally disclosed the contribution of its AI business. The disclosure comes at a sensitive moment for India’s $283 billion IT services industry, which is confronting mounting […] The post Infosys Says AI Accounted For 5.5% Of Its Revenue In The December Quarter, appeared first on Tekedia.

Nigeria’s equity market is becoming increasingly concentrated in a relatively small group of heavyweight stocks. As of February 16, 2026, twenty six listed companies had crossed the N1 trillion market capitalization threshold, with a combined value of about N110.54 trillion. Out of a total market capitalization of N122.13 trillion, this select group now represents roughly […] The post When Dividends Dominate: Rethinking Nigeria’s Equity Market for the Next Generation of Companies appeared first on Tekedia.

Rapid innovations in artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT) and wearables have raised questions about the role of the smartphone in the future technology ecosystem. But even with the rise of new connected devices in the home, school, car and office, smartphones look set to retain their position as the hub through which […]

The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy has announced that it is closely monitoring developments surrounding the reported acquisition of IHS Towers by MTN Group, signaling that the transaction will undergo regulatory and policy scrutiny. In an official statement issued by the Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Luno has launched SA’s first bundle combining market-leading crypto and top tokenized US stocks in a single investment. Luno’s Blue Chip+ bundle offers a curated mix of 20% Bitcoin, 10% Ethereum, and 70% blue-chip US stocks, including Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Meta, Google, Tesla and Amazon. This provides investors with diversified exposure to two established asset […]

Affordable Laptops for University Students in Africa 2026 Guide A practical buying guide for students across African universities, focusing on battery life, SSD storage, and value. Learn how to choose models that balance cost, durability, and course needs, with regional buying tips. TechCity

In today's edition: MTN, IHS Towers agree takeover deal || Temu is being probed in Nigeria || E-hailing drivers are demanding biometric registration || Ecobank Kenya hires former Family Bank exec

Nigeria’s equity market is becoming increasingly defined by a narrow circle of heavyweight stocks. As of February 16, 2026, 26 listed companies have attained market capitalizations above N1 trillion, with their combined value reaching N110.54 trillion, according to data from Nigerian Exchange Limited. With total market capitalization at N122.13 trillion, this elite group now commands […] The post Trillion-Naira Stocks Tighten Grip on NGX as SWOOTs Rise to 26, Controlling Over 85% of Market Value appeared first on Tekedia.

Nigeria's Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy will review MTN Group's proposed $2.2 billion acquisition of IHS Towers

Yandex’s adjusted EBITDA surged 80% in Q4 2025—nearly three times faster than revenue growth—highlighting sharp margin expansion and strengthening operating leverage. Russia’s largest internet company, Yandex, reported fourth-quarter 2025 revenue of 436 billion roubles ($5.68 billion), marking a 28% year-on-year increase and capping a year of sustained top-line expansion. More striking than the revenue growth […] The post Yandex Delivers Strong Q4 as Profit Growth Outpaces Revenue, Signals Confidence with Dividend appeared first on Tekedia.

In a signal that the next phase of artificial intelligence may be defined less by scale and more by accessibility, enterprise AI firm Cohere has introduced a new family of compact multilingual models designed to run directly on everyday devices — no cloud connection required. Unveiled on the sidelines of the India AI Summit, the […] The post Cohere Bets on Compact, Multilingual AI with Launch of ‘Tiny Aya’ at India AI Summit appeared first on Tekedia.

In the fast-moving world of online sports play, finding a place that mixes trust, variety, and new ideas is vital for every person. Sites like bwin and BetTOM give set paths for normal players, bwin with its long-running sports and casino picks, and BetTOM looking at easy UK markets. However, the growth of crypto-first sites […] The post Winter Olympics Betting Reaches a New Level with Spartans’ 33% CashRake, Leaving bwin & BetTOM Behind appeared first on Tekedia.

Auto accidents are overwhelming. Dealing with insurance companies and medical bills when you’re already swamped with work? Terrifying. Nobody who works full-time has time to negotiate with insurance adjusters, fill out medical forms, and communicate with attorneys. It’s just life. But if you handle those things wrong, you could end up settling for far less […] The post The Legal Landscape After an Auto Accident: A Guide for Busy Professionals appeared first on Tekedia.

Modern companies struggle with massive data collection tasks and need a stable solution to keep operations running effectively. Why do firms pay for these services instead of using free options? Free tools often leak info or fail during heavy loads – a risk most Canadian enterprises cannot afford to take. Recent figures suggest the market […] The post Finding a Reliable Proxy Provider for Enterprise Data Management appeared first on Tekedia.

Web-based betting sites in 2026 give many different choices for sports play and casino fun. FanDuel works in over 23 US states using old-style prize setups, while DraftKings Casino has lossback deals on slot titles for American users. However, Spartans acts as the top sportsbook by changing how the entire betting space works. This worldwide […] The post The End for Legacy Betting: Spartans’ 33% CashRake Shreds the Rulebook for FanDuel and DraftKings! appeared first on Tekedia.

MTN Group, Africa’s largest telecom operator, is moving to take full ownership of IHS Towers in a $2.2 billion deal that would consolidate control of nearly 29,000 telecom towers across Africa.

Nigeria will not rush into passing a new law to govern virtual assets, marking a shift from expectations that Africa’s largest crypto market would move swiftly toward case-by-case legislation.

China’s imports of crude oil from Russia are projected to reach a new all-time high in February 2026, extending a three-month growth streak as independent Chinese refiners capitalize on deep discounts and a pivot away from Russian supplies by India. Data from ship-tracking and commodity analytics firms show Russia’s seaborne oil deliveries into China will […] The post China’s Russian Oil Imports Set New Record as India Scales Back Amid Geopolitical Shifts appeared first on Tekedia.