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BlockDAG’s X-Series Miners and Massive 1,566% ROI Potential Grabs Market Focus! Ethereum & PEPE Show Signs of Growth
Several clear narratives are shaping the crypto market right now, each moving in a different direction. Interest around the Pepe coin price is building again after a long period of weakness, giving memecoin followers renewed confidence. At the same time, fresh Ethereum news points to real-world use cases that continue to strengthen the network’s reputation […] The post BlockDAG’s X-Series Miners and Massive 1,566% ROI Potential Grabs Market Focus! Ethereum & PEPE Show Signs of Growth appeared first on Tekedia.
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US latest visa freeze puts African founders’ global mobility at risk
Fox News reported that the Trump administration has directed consular officers from 75 countries to reject visa applications under existing laws while the State Department reconsiders its screening and vetting processes.
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ZKP’s $249 Proof Pods Could Deliver 3000x Returns While Solana and Chainlink Struggle at $138 and $13 – Here’s How
The cryptocurrency market posted mixed results through early 2026, with Bitcoin holding near $91,000 and total market capitalization hovering around $3 trillion. Meanwhile, solana crypto price trades at $138 after recording $6.7 billion in daily DEX volume, while chainlink crypto sits at $13.22 despite securing partnerships with Coinbase and major institutions. Both established networks show […] The post ZKP’s $249 Proof Pods Could Deliver 3000x Returns While Solana and Chainlink Struggle at $138 and $13 – Here’s How appeared first on Tekedia.
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Reels Of Joy Casino Australia Review: Fast Play, Big Variety
Australia’s online gambling market doesn’t slow down—and Reels Of Joy Casino is built to keep up. Fast loading, modern design, and a play-first layout that puts variety and freedom right at your fingertips. Everything feels quick and open from the start. Clean interface. Smooth navigation. Seamless switching between sections on desktop or mobile, so gameplay […] The post Reels Of Joy Casino Australia Review: Fast Play, Big Variety appeared first on Tekedia.
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Zcash and Bittensor Face Governance Changes While ZKP Moves Forward With a Bold 3000x ROI Forecast
Recent shifts across top crypto coins are being driven less by headlines and more by how projects are structured internally. Changes in governance control, reward emissions, and incentive balance are now translating directly into price movement and sentiment. Zcash and Bittensor offer clear examples of how internal pressure can surface during active market phases. Meanwhile, […] The post Zcash and Bittensor Face Governance Changes While ZKP Moves Forward With a Bold 3000x ROI Forecast appeared first on Tekedia.
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When Crypto Meets AI, Market Fragility Grows
The growing interest in cryptocurrencies over recent years has increasingly developed in conjunction with the artificial intelligence boom, turning digital assets from a niche financial instrument into an element of the global technological infrastructure. The crypto market is gradually losing its status of a parallel reality for investors and increasingly depends on the same factors […] The post When Crypto Meets AI, Market Fragility Grows appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nigeria is set to approve a comprehensive legislative framework to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), positioning the country as one of the first in Africa to establish binding oversight of the rapidly growing digital economy. Although Nigeria published a draft national AI strategy in 2024, there have been lingering regulatory gaps. These are now poised to […] The post appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Nigeria’s Proposed AI Rules Could Set a Continental Precedent for Digital Governance
Nigeria is set to approve a comprehensive legislative framework to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), positioning the country as one of the first in Africa to establish binding oversight of the rapidly growing digital economy. Although Nigeria published a draft national AI strategy in 2024, there have been lingering regulatory gaps. These are now poised to […] The post Nigeria’s Proposed AI Rules Could Set a Continental Precedent for Digital Governance appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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After big rounds, Francophone Africa investors want ecosystem depth in 2026
In Francophone Africa investors say 2026 will be defined less by headline numbers and more by whether fintech interoperability, climate adaptation startups, and venture studios can turn early momentum into durable ecosystems.
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Stronger capital, bigger loans: Africa’s banking outlook for 2026
African banks spent 2025 consolidating, shoring up capital, tightening risk controls, and investing in digital infrastructure, following years of macroeconomic volatility marked by currency depreciation, inflation, and regulatory tightening. 
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Arab Coordination Group and African Development Bank Group Launch a Structured Strategic Partnership to Scale Co-Financing and Investment in Africa
The Arab Coordination Group (ACG) and the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) (www.AfDB.org) launched a new phase of their partnership aimed at scaling co-financing, mobilising private capital, and accelerating Africa’s economic transformation. The High-Level Consultation Meeting convened at the AfDB’s headquarters in Abidjan, established a common platform to move from fragmented cooperation toward programmatic, large-scale co-investment […] The post Arab Coordination Group and African Development Bank Group Launch a Structured Strategic Partnership to Scale Co-Financing and Investment in Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Converge Bio Raises $25m as AI Drug Discovery Race Accelerates
Every sector of the global economy is racing to integrate Artificial Intelligence to automate functions, boost productivity, and accelerate growth. Thus, the health sector has been deepening its integration as the results trickle in. AI is moving decisively from the margins to the core of drug discovery, as pharmaceutical and biotech companies seek to shave […] The post Converge Bio Raises $25m as AI Drug Discovery Race Accelerates appeared first on Tekedia.
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Paystack Steps Into The Nigerian Banking Space With Ladder Microfinance Bank Acquisition
Paystack, the African fintech best known for its online and offline payment solutions, has formally entered Nigeria’s banking sector following its acquisition of Ladder Microfinance Bank. The move marks a strategic shift from being a pure payments infrastructure provider to offering deeper financial services, including deposits, credit, and banking-as-a-service solutions for businesses. Through the acquisition, […] The post Paystack Steps Into The Nigerian Banking Space With Ladder Microfinance Bank Acquisition appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nations Rise When Platforms Rise: The Missing Link in African Entrepreneurship
Comment: “It’s time for African entrepreneurs to start figuring things out and to stop sitting on the fence waiting for governments to provide solutions. Governments can support later, but the momentum and direction must first come from African entrepreneurs.” My Response: To address this, it is important to classify entrepreneurs into two groups: typical entrepreneurs […] The post Nations Rise When Platforms Rise: The Missing Link in African Entrepreneurship appeared first on Tekedia.
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Apple Picks Google Gemini to Power Siri
Apple Picks Google Gemini to Power Siri In a joint announcement this January 2026, Apple and Google confirmed a multi-year partnership that makes Google Gemini… TechCity
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Agentic AI Unveiled: The Future of Intelligent, Autonomous Systems
Agentic artificial intelligence (AI) represents a significant evolution in the field, enabling systems to operate independently without requiring constant human intervention. Unlike traditional AI, which relies on predefined instructions, agentic AI can make decisions, take actions, and learn in real time. This autonomy allows it to adapt to changing circumstances, optimize workflows, and achieve complex […]
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How Malik Afegbua is using AI to rescue Nigeria’s fading oral histories
Convincing guardians of culture that preservation requires sharing, not secrecy, captures the essence of Afegbua's current mission. 
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Global Company in Network Video & Surveillance Joins CISA’s Secure by Design Program
Axis Communications has signed the United States Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) Secure by Design pledge, signaling the company’s commitment to upholding and transparently communicating the cybersecurity posture of its products. A voluntary pledge that focuses on enterprise software products and services and complements existing software security best practices, the pledge calls on manufacturers to […]
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South Africa’s Most In-Demand Jobs for 2026
Pnet, South Africa’s online recruitment platform, has released its Job Market Trends Report for December 2025, including the Pnet Job Guide for the year ahead. Pnet analyzed thousands of job listings across the South African recruitment market over the past year. The focus was on identifying consistent, sustainable demand across roles that offer lasting employment […]
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Global Central Bankers Rally Behind Fed Chair Jerome Powell Amid Criminal Probe
Global central bankers have issued a striking and unusual public statement defending U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell following the launch of a criminal investigation into the Fed chief over the $2.5 billion renovation of the central bank’s Washington, D.C., headquarters and his related testimony to Congress. The move has sent ripples through financial markets […] The post Global Central Bankers Rally Behind Fed Chair Jerome Powell Amid Criminal Probe appeared first on Tekedia.
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Court Ruling Revives Ørsted’s Revolution Wind Project, but Political Risk Still Looms Over U.S. Offshore Wind
Shares of Danish offshore wind developer Ørsted surged 6% on Tuesday after a U.S. federal court cleared the company to resume work on its nearly completed Revolution Wind project, delivering a crucial legal victory that eases fears of multibillion-dollar losses and offers a reprieve to an industry under growing political and financial strain. The ruling […] The post Court Ruling Revives Ørsted’s Revolution Wind Project, but Political Risk Still Looms Over U.S. Offshore Wind appeared first on Tekedia.
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NALA Partners Noah, Unveils Stablecoin Settlement Network to Power Instant Payments Across Africa And Asia
NALA, a pan-African payments company operating in 18 countries, has teamed up with UK-based payments infrastructure provider Noah to launch a new cross-border settlement network linking Africa and Asia. The network will allow businesses in emerging markets to accept payments in stablecoins and convert them instantly into local currencies, cutting down the time and cost […] The post NALA Partners Noah, Unveils Stablecoin Settlement Network to Power Instant Payments Across Africa And Asia appeared first on Tekedia.
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Markets Signal a Fresh Growth Cycle as Morgan Stanley Sees U.S. Stocks Running Hotter Before Cooling
After three years of relentless gains that have pushed U.S. equities to record territory, Wall Street is once again confronting an uncomfortable question: how much further can this rally realistically go? Morgan Stanley’s answer is unambiguous. The market, in its view, is not nearing exhaustion but entering a fresh phase of expansion, one defined by […] The post Markets Signal a Fresh Growth Cycle as Morgan Stanley Sees U.S. Stocks Running Hotter Before Cooling appeared first on Tekedia.
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Why Smart Founders Build Legal Relationships Before They Need Them
Want to protect your business before disaster strikes? Most founders wait until they’re knee-deep in a lawsuit to think about legal assistance. By that point, it’s already too late. The money’s been lost, clients are filing lawsuits, and stress levels are high. But here’s the thing… 70% of all businesses will face some form of […] The post Why Smart Founders Build Legal Relationships Before They Need Them appeared first on Tekedia.
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Pokémon GO Hack (2026): 7 Working Hacks for Android and iPhone
Ever feel stuck in the game because rare Pokémon are far away or raids don’t fit your schedule? A Pokémon Go hack is often what players search for when the game starts feeling slow, limited, or frustrating. Walking miles, missing events, or being locked out of region-exclusive Pokémon can take the fun out of playing. […]
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Vaping in 2025 and the Quiet Shift Toward Comfort, Routine, and Nicotine Salts
Vaping in 2025 has shifted from being a bold statement to a source of comfort in daily life. Many adults now see it not as a hobby or an experiment but as a regular and reliable part of their routine. What was once new and ever-changing has transformed into a calmer practice, focusing on consistency, […] The post Vaping in 2025 and the Quiet Shift Toward Comfort, Routine, and Nicotine Salts appeared first on Tekedia.
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Lebara Nigeria turns to agent onboarding after missed 2025 launch
The ARP marks Lebara Nigeria’s latest pre-launch move as the company seeks to build brand presence, distribution capacity, and market readiness while its network launch timeline stretches into 2026. 
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Unveils a World First Hybrid AI Campaign
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has unveiled an industry-first, multi-platform digital advertising campaign created using Hybrid AI. The fusion of human-led creative disciplines, including live action, CGI, and photography, with cutting-edge generative AI, and featuring the world’s largest AI digital twin for a single object. Production partner nmatic.ai, one of the world’s first Hybrid AI creative production […]
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2026 Predictions: Human Behaviour, Not AI, Will Determine Who Wins in 2026
As global organisations race to embed AI, redesign operating models and introduce new digital capabilities, South African enterprises are confronting a more complex reality. The technology exists, the ambition is high, but execution, and more specifically, human behaviour, remains the hardest and most underestimated part of transformation. This is the view of Anton Hingeston and […]
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Airtel Money plans overdraft service to break Safaricom’s Fuliza monopoly
Airtel’s planned overdraft would break Safaricom’s monopoly in the mobile money credit, bringing competition into a product that has become embedded in users' everyday spending.
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MTN Nigeria Hits Record High As Market Reprices Telecom Giant’s Recovery
Shares of MTN Nigeria Plc delivered one of the strongest performances on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) on Tuesday, as renewed investor confidence drove the stock to a new all-time high. The telecom heavyweight gained N55 per share, closing the trading session at N605, a level that represents both a 52-week high and the highest market […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.
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Paystack Inc. acquires Nigerian microfinance bank as it expands beyond payments
Paystack Inc. has entered Nigeria’s banking sector with the acquisition of Ladder Microfinance Bank.
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Is AGOA making a comeback?
In today's edition: Uber Kenya discontinues Visa card option || US Reps vote for AGOA comeback || Uganda’s telecom kill-switch || NALA deepens stablecoin payments play
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Here’s Why Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) Is Being Labeled a 600x Crypto Presale for 2026
The digital asset market has hosted thousands of token launches, yet identifying the best crypto presale requires moving past social media hype to scrutinize the underlying technology, the team’s commitment, and the real-world problems being solved. In January 2026, one project is successfully meeting every metric used to define a top-tier opportunity: Zero Knowledge Proof […] The post Here’s Why Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) Is Being Labeled a 600x Crypto Presale for 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Dogecoin’s Meme Era Is Slowing Down, Yet Zero Knowledge Proof’s Presale Auction Begins to Heat Up!
Dogecoin saw movement again during the week. The price climbed close to 5.4%, moving from around $0.077 to nearly $0.081 after renewed social chatter online. At the same time, Bitcoin and Ethereum remained mostly unchanged, and overall trading activity followed a familiar cycle. Interest rose fast, then cooled just as quickly. This behavior has become […] The post Dogecoin’s Meme Era Is Slowing Down, Yet Zero Knowledge Proof’s Presale Auction Begins to Heat Up! appeared first on Tekedia.
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Brazil Antitrust Watchdog Moves Against WhatsApp Over AI Chatbot Ban, Raising Fresh Pressure on Meta
Brazil’s competition authority has ordered WhatsApp to suspend a controversial policy that prevents third-party artificial intelligence companies from offering chatbots on the messaging platform, opening a new front in a growing global regulatory challenge to Meta’s AI strategy. The order, issued by the Conselho Administrativo de Defesa Econômica (CADE), also launches a formal investigation into […] The post Brazil Antitrust Watchdog Moves Against WhatsApp Over AI Chatbot Ban, Raising Fresh Pressure on Meta appeared first on Tekedia.
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