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Solving the Equations of Business: Welcome to Tekedia Mini-MBA Edition19
Good People, welcome to Tekedia Mini-MBA, Edition 19. We are grateful that you have chosen Tekedia as the place to deepen your business, entrepreneurial, and leadership capabilities. Thank you for trusting us with your learning journey. If you encounter any challenges along the way, please let us know. Our support team, among the finest in […] The post Solving the Equations of Business: Welcome to Tekedia Mini-MBA Edition19 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Africa’s creatives face pressure as Canal+ plans content and operations cuts
But its new cost-cutting drive threatens to hit the creative ecosystem that sustains thousands of jobs and has become central to the continent’s cultural exports. 
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BYD’s Sales Slump Deepens, Exposing the Strains Beneath China’s EV Boom
BYD’s January sales dropped by 30.1% from a year earlier, marking the fifth straight month of decline, and exposing the struggle of the Chinese EV giant amid a push to expand its market. The decline is seen as a revealing snapshot of how China’s electric vehicle champion is being squeezed simultaneously by a cooling domestic […] The post BYD’s Sales Slump Deepens, Exposing the Strains Beneath China’s EV Boom appeared first on Tekedia.
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Evaluating Alternatives to Boost Finance in Today’s Lending Market
Consumer lending in 2026 reflects a more disciplined and mature market. Platforms now compete on structure, transparency, and operational consistency rather than bold claims. Oversight has increased, and that pressure has reshaped how lending products are built and maintained. Borrowers have adjusted as well. Decision-making now extends beyond speed or convenience and focuses more on […] The post Evaluating Alternatives to Boost Finance in Today’s Lending Market appeared first on Tekedia.
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African Digital Transformation Company Enters Strategic Partnership with AeroCloud to Accelerate Digital Transformation
Phungela, an African digital transformation company, has entered into a strategic partnership with AeroCloud, a global provider of cloud-native airport operations technology. The partnership marks a significant step in advancing Africa’s aviation digital infrastructure, combining Phungela’s deep regional expertise and delivery capability with AeroCloud’s proven, cloud-native airport operations platform. Together, Phungela and AeroCloud will enable […]
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Uber exits Tanzania as pricing rules squeeze ride-hailing model
Uber has exited Tanzania after telling riders it would stop operating from 30 January 2026 after years of clashes over fares and regulatory control.
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How to Unlock iPhone Without Passcode: 2026 Complete Guide
Forgetting your iPhone passcode can be frustrating, especially when you urgently need access to your data. Whether you entered the wrong password too many times, bought a second-hand iPhone, or Face ID suddenly stopped working, knowing how to unlock iPhone without passcode is essential in 2026. Fortunately, there are both official and third-party solutions available […]
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – CinetPay’s $1.2M problem
In partnership with Lire en Français اقرأ هذا باللغة العربية Good morning. ☀️️ Nigeria is getting serious about better connectivity. Between the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)’s serious fines for poor service and the construction of a 90,000km fibre project, we may get out of the bad internet trenches yet. It remains to be seen. Editor’s […]
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Next Wave: Nigeria’s digital economy is scaling fast. Is spectrum ready?
At its core, Nigeria’s spectrum challenge comes down to a simple economic equation: data, supported by the right infrastructure and policy, becomes GDP.
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Why You Should Understand the Importance of Cold Storage
The digital asset protection knowledge is now a must-have factor with different parts of the globe moving towards cryptocurrencies. As a result of the increased number of people purchasing, trading and transferring coins, the chances of hacking, fraud and technical breakdown have also escalated. By storing the keys (that are private) offline and out of […] The post Why You Should Understand the Importance of Cold Storage appeared first on Tekedia.
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How to Use Promotional Products to Support Value-Based Selling
Value based selling is selling based on the results, credibility and long term effects instead of just price. B2B buyers desire to feel that a supplier is aware of their problems and has the capacity to produce significant outcomes. Promotional items may become strategic to supplement this strategy when they are employed intelligently. They do […] The post How to Use Promotional Products to Support Value-Based Selling appeared first on Tekedia.
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Energy, Marginal Cost, and Nigeria’s Limits in the AI Era
Comment: “Sir, comment on this statement that Nigeria is going to leapfrog in the AI era.” My Response: That belief is comforting, but it is largely an illusion. Nations do not leapfrog into epochs; they build into them. And the defining input of the AI era is not talent, ambition, or even code. It is […] The post Energy, Marginal Cost, and Nigeria’s Limits in the AI Era appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Architecture of Speed: Why BlockDAG’s 10,000 TPS Outpaces a Congested Solana
The digital asset market punishes stagnation. While Solana previously dominated the speed rankings, the network is now faltering. Users frequently encounter failed transactions, heavy congestion, and expensive priority fees. The former “Ethereum Killer” is transforming into the very problem it sought to solve: a sluggish and costly ecosystem. As traditional giants struggle, a superior infrastructure […] The post The Architecture of Speed: Why BlockDAG’s 10,000 TPS Outpaces a Congested Solana appeared first on Tekedia.
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SpaceX Seeks Approval for One Million-Satellite Orbital Data Center Powered By Solar
SpaceX has taken an extraordinary step toward redefining both space infrastructure and global computing, seeking approval from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission for a satellite constellation of unprecedented scale that would function as an orbital data center powered largely by the sun. In a filing submitted late on January 30, the company proposed deploying up […] The post SpaceX Seeks Approval for One Million-Satellite Orbital Data Center Powered By Solar appeared first on Tekedia.
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Register for Tekedia AI Lab, Next Edition Begins March 14
We are excited to announce that Tekedia Institute has opened registration for the next edition of Tekedia AI Lab: from Technical Design to Deployment. In this program, you will learn how to build AI agents such as WinSupport, WinJob, WinLearn, etc. You will also master how to deploy such in your personal domain like mywebsite.com.  […] The post Register for Tekedia AI Lab, Next Edition Begins March 14 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Business Lesson from Elisha’s Double Portion and Radical Commitment to Mission
In corporate leadership, the most challenging moment is not the rise of power; it is the transfer of it. Many organizations fail not because the founder was weak, but because the successor was unprepared, or worse, uncommitted. The Bible offers a timeless business case in the relationship between Elijah and Elisha, a masterclass in mentoring, […] The post Business Lesson from Elisha’s Double Portion and Radical Commitment to Mission appeared first on Tekedia.
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Jensen Huang Rejects OpenAI Rift Claims as Nvidia Reaffirms Central Role in a $100bn AI Funding Push
Nvidia Chief Executive Jensen Huang has moved decisively to quash suggestions of strain between the world’s most powerful AI chipmaker and OpenAI, pushing back against reports that Nvidia is reconsidering the scale of its financial and strategic commitment to the ChatGPT creator at a critical moment for the artificial-intelligence industry. Huang’s remarks came after The […] The post Jensen Huang Rejects OpenAI Rift Claims as Nvidia Reaffirms Central Role in a $100bn AI Funding Push appeared first on Tekedia.
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OpenAI “Agents” Explained: What African Startups Can Build With Agentic AI in 2026
OpenAI Agents let African startups automate workflows—KYC, fraud detection, multilingual support, and healthcare triage—using Agent Builder and the Agents SDK. The post OpenAI “Agents” Explained: What African Startups Can Build With Agentic AI in 2026 appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Best AI Crypto Coins: DeepSnitch AI Eyes For 1000x Gains as Perplexity Signs $750M Microsoft Deal While KAITO and VANA Chase
Perplexity locked in a massive $750 million AI cloud deal with Microsoft, which basically confirms tech giants are dumping billions into AI infrastructure and expect artificial intelligence to absolutely crush the next decade of technology innovation. DeepSnitch AI, currently at a discount price, is screaming the best AI crypto coins opportunity with four live AI […] The post Best AI Crypto Coins: DeepSnitch AI Eyes For 1000x Gains as Perplexity Signs $750M Microsoft Deal While KAITO and VANA Chase appeared first on Tekedia.
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CinetPay customers owed over $1 million months after alleged cyberattack 
CinetPay was reportedly targeted by a cyberattack in September 2025, resulting in financial losses. Now it owes customers over $1 million.
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Best Crypto Presale for 2026: DeepSnitch AI Snags the Spotlight From Blazpay and Maxi Doge With 300x Growth Potential as Circle Builds Stablecoin Infrastructure for Institutions
Leading stablecoin issuer Circle aims to build a scalable payment network suitable for institutional-grade applications as companies explore stablecoin use in 2026. The firm is making this a priority. Amid this development, DeepSnitch AI takes over the headlines, emerging as one of the best crypto presale projects ever to grace the crypto scene. What sets […] The post Best Crypto Presale for 2026: DeepSnitch AI Snags the Spotlight From Blazpay and Maxi Doge With 300x Growth Potential as Circle Builds Stablecoin Infrastructure for Institutions appeared first on Tekedia.
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Best Crypto to Buy Now: DeepSnitch AI Surpasses HYPE and STABLE With 150% Price Surge as the DOJ Concludes $400M Seizure
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has finalized a court order declaring the United States government the titleholder of seized cryptocurrencies and digital assets associated with Helix’s operations from 2014 to 2017. This development comes as DeepSnitch AI overshadows major cryptocurrencies, with its price surging 150% amid its ongoing presale. The rally propelled the price to […] The post Best Crypto to Buy Now: DeepSnitch AI Surpasses HYPE and STABLE With 150% Price Surge as the DOJ Concludes $400M Seizure appeared first on Tekedia.
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India Considers Teen Social Media Ban as Global Momentum Builds After Australia’s Move
A proposal by an ally of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ban social media use for children is gaining attention not just for its domestic implications, but for what it could mean globally if the world’s most populous country follows a growing international trend sparked by Australia. The draft legislation, introduced by lawmaker L.S.K. […] The post India Considers Teen Social Media Ban as Global Momentum Builds After Australia’s Move appeared first on Tekedia.
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Presco Reports N178.56 Billion Profit Before Tax for FY 2025
Presco Plc’s 2025 full-year numbers tell the story of an agro-industrial company that has moved decisively into a higher earnings bracket, leveraging scale, pricing power, and regional expansion to deliver one of the strongest performances on the Nigerian Exchange in the past year. The palm oil producer reported a profit before tax of N178.56 billion […] The post Presco Reports N178.56 Billion Profit Before Tax for FY 2025 appeared first on Tekedia.
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China’s Factory Activity Slides Back Into Contraction, Exposing Fragile Recovery and Mounting Policy Dilemmas
China’s manufacturing sector stumbled at the start of the year, reinforcing concerns that the economy is entering 2026 with weakening momentum and unresolved structural strains, even as policymakers intensify efforts to pivot growth toward domestic demand. Official data released on Saturday showed the manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) fell to 49.3 in January from 50.1 […] The post China’s Factory Activity Slides Back Into Contraction, Exposing Fragile Recovery and Mounting Policy Dilemmas appeared first on Tekedia.
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WisdomTree Expands Access to Tokenized Funds to Solana
WisdomTree, a major global asset manager with around $150 billion+ in assets under management has expanded its tokenized fund offerings to the Solana blockchain. This move, allows both institutional and retail investors to mint, trade, hold, and manage the company’s full suite of regulated tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) directly on Solana. Tokenized funds now natively supported […] The post WisdomTree Expands Access to Tokenized Funds to Solana appeared first on Tekedia.
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Wolf Game Positions as a Revival of 2021 Risk-to-Earn Dominance
Wolf Game, the pioneering crypto farm game featuring high-stakes Sheep vs. Wolves gameplay, released their new 2026 roadmap. The announcement came via a detailed X article (long-form post) shared by the official account. Positions Wolf Game as a revival of its 2021 risk-to-earn dominance under new stewardship by Seedphrase acquired in Sep 2025. Emphasizes building […] The post Wolf Game Positions as a Revival of 2021 Risk-to-Earn Dominance appeared first on Tekedia.
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U.S. Signals Possible Resumption of Venezuelan Oil Sales to India as New Delhi Cuts Russian Crude Imports
The United States has indicated to New Delhi that India may soon be permitted to resume purchases of Venezuelan crude oil — a marked change in policy that reflects evolving geopolitical priorities as the South Asian nation sharply reduces its reliance on Russian oil amid sustained U.S. tariff pressure. The potential reopening of Venezuelan oil […] The post U.S. Signals Possible Resumption of Venezuelan Oil Sales to India as New Delhi Cuts Russian Crude Imports appeared first on Tekedia.
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Trump Administration Eases Venezuela Oil Sanctions for U.S. Firms, Signaling Deeper Push to Control Crude Flows
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday lifted key restrictions on Venezuela’s oil trade, allowing U.S. companies to buy, sell, transport, and refine Venezuelan crude. The move is part of Washington’s growing efforts to reshape the country’s energy sector while keeping tight control over production and revenues. The decision, announced by the Treasury […] The post Trump Administration Eases Venezuela Oil Sanctions for U.S. Firms, Signaling Deeper Push to Control Crude Flows appeared first on Tekedia.
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Implications of BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF 
BlackRock has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF. This filing occurred on January 23 or 24, 2026, as a Form S-1 registration statement. It’s a new product building on BlackRock’s hugely successful iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), which is a spot Bitcoin ETF with tens of […] The post Implications of BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF  appeared first on Tekedia.
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U.S Dollar Index Touched Levels Around 95.5-96.0 This Week
The US Dollar Index (DXY) has hit a 4-year low recently. The DXY is trading in the mid-96 range approximately 96.13 to 96.46, with some fluctuation and slight recovery from the session low. It touched levels around 95.5–96.0 earlier in the week, marking its weakest point since February 2022. Trump downplayed concerns about the dollar’s […] The post U.S Dollar Index Touched Levels Around 95.5-96.0 This Week appeared first on Tekedia.
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A 2026 Anthropic IPO will Test Wall Street Resolve on AI Investments 
Recent reports indicate that Anthropic has effectively doubled or more its fundraising target in its latest funding round while securing a $350 billion valuation. This nearly doubled its previous valuation of about $183 billion from a September 2025 Series F round where it raised $13 billion. By late January (around January 27–28), the round saw […] The post A 2026 Anthropic IPO will Test Wall Street Resolve on AI Investments  appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bitcoin and the Illusion of Decentralization As Kevin Warsh Announcement Crashes BTC
Again, Bitcoin reminds us of a simple truth many prefer to ignore: it is not as detached from government as its mythology suggests. The entire construct of absolute decentralization collapses the moment macro policy shifts. Good People, Bitcoin dipped on the news that Kevin Warsh is being considered for Chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve. […] The post Bitcoin and the Illusion of Decentralization As Kevin Warsh Announcement Crashes BTC appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bitcoin Slips Below $80,000 as Bearish Momentum Deepens, Analysts Eye Lower Support
Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has extended its price decline, trading below the $80,000 level amid weakening market sentiment. On Saturday, the flagship digital asset was down 6.53%, changing hands at approximately $78,719.63. The downturn follows a disappointing close to 2025 for the broader crypto market. Since reaching a record high in […] The post Bitcoin Slips Below $80,000 as Bearish Momentum Deepens, Analysts Eye Lower Support appeared first on Tekedia.
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A Look At Morgan Stanley’s Appointment of Head of Digital Asset Strategy
Morgan Stanley has appointed Amy Oldenburg as Head of Digital Asset Strategy, a newly created role announced in late January 2026. This move signals the investment bank’s accelerating push into cryptocurrencies, blockchain, and tokenized assets, building on recent developments in the space. Oldenburg is a longtime Morgan Stanley executive with over 20 years at the […] The post A Look At Morgan Stanley’s Appointment of Head of Digital Asset Strategy appeared first on Tekedia.
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China Grants Conditional Approval for DeepSeek to Acquire Nvidia H200 AI Chips
Chinese regulators have granted conditional approval for leading AI startup DeepSeek to purchase Nvidia Corp.’s H200 artificial intelligence chips, according to two sources familiar with the matter reported by Reuters. The clearance, which follows similar permissions for tech giants ByteDance, Alibaba, and Tencent to acquire over 400,000 H200 units collectively, comes with stipulations still under […] The post China Grants Conditional Approval for DeepSeek to Acquire Nvidia H200 AI Chips appeared first on Tekedia.
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