Microsoft, Perplexity, and Mistral AI Join Paid ‘Enterprise’ Partner Program Wikipedia officially celebrated its 25th anniversary on January 15, 2026. To mark a quarter-century of free, human-curated knowledge,… TechCity

The global crypto market has reached a huge $3.1 trillion value in early 2026. Many investors follow the Solana price today, close to $141, or keep an eye on the Ethereum  price near $3,130. These assets offer balance and trust, but experts note that their large size now reduces the chance of sharp gains. Is […] The post Why Investors Are Choosing ZKP Over Ethereum and Solana in 2026: $300/Day Proof Pods and Presale Auction Stand Out! appeared first on Tekedia.

Verizon Is Offering a $20 Credit Following Nationwide Outage: How to Claim Following a massive nationwide outage on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Verizon has officially begun issuing a $20 account… TechCity

CME Group announced on January 15, 2026, that it plans to launch futures contracts for Cardano (ADA) and Chainlink (LINK), along with Stellar (XLM/Lumens), expanding its regulated cryptocurrency derivatives offerings. The launches are scheduled for February 9, 2026, pending regulatory review and approval.This builds on CME’s existing crypto suite, which already includes futures and options […] The post CME Group Plans to Launch Futures Contracts for Cardano, Chainlink and Stellar Lumens  appeared first on Tekedia.

The CNN Fear & Greed Index often referred to as the Equity or Stock Market Fear and Greed Index measures investor sentiment in the US stock market on a scale of 0 (Extreme Fear) to 100 (Extreme Greed). It aggregates seven indicators, including market momentum, stock price strength/breadth, volatility (VIX), put/call options, safe haven demand, […] The post Equity Fear and Greed Index Hits Highest Level since September appeared first on Tekedia.

The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation represents the bloc’s comprehensive framework for crypto-assets, aimed at enhancing consumer protection, market integrity, financial stability, and innovation while eliminating legal gray zones. MiCA entered into force in June 2023, with phased application: rules for stablecoins (asset-referenced tokens and e-money tokens) from mid-2024, and broader requirements for […] The post Europe’s New Crypto Rules Are Changing in Practice appeared first on Tekedia.

Crypto history compresses years of development into defining moments. Ethereum’s early phase illustrates this. A project starting with limited attention and skepticism eventually delivered one of the largest value expansions ever recorded. Rare as it is, analysts still study these conditions closely. In 2026, similar conversations arise around Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP). Analysts and early […] The post 1,000,000x Once Captured Market Attention, Is Zero Knowledge Proof’s $5M Auction the Next Viral Story? appeared first on Tekedia.

Cryptocurrency scams reached unprecedented levels in 2025, driven by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence, sophisticated impersonation tactics, and evolving laundering methods. According to a Chainalysis report, an estimate of $17B was stolen in crypto scams and fraud in 2025, as impersonation scams recorded a massive 1400% year-over-year (YoY) growth. AI-enabled scams were 4.5 times […] The post Crypto Scams Hit Record Highs in 2025 as AI And Impersonation Fuel A New Wave of Fraud appeared first on Tekedia.

Lighter’s LIT token has been listed on Robinhood, marking a significant step for the project. Lighter is a zero-knowledge rollup-based perpetual DEX (decentralized exchange) stack on Ethereum, and LIT serves as its native token. Robinhood’s addition enables easier spot trading for retail users, boosting accessibility and liquidity. This listing follows a recent ~15% price dip […] The post Lighter’s LIT Token Listed on Robinhood as BNB Burns $1.2B appeared first on Tekedia.

Paystack has made its entry into Nigeria’s banking industry through the acquisition of Ladder Microfinance Bank, representing a significant strategic expansion from payment processing into deposit-taking and lending operations. The rebranded Paystack Microfinance Bank (Paystack MFB) will function as a separate entity running parallel to Paystack’s existing payments infrastructure, positioning the fintech to provide loans, […] The post Paystack Enters Nigeria’s Banking Sector Through Microfinance Bank Acquisition appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigerian fintech company Cardtonic has closed a $2.1 million seed funding round to develop Pil, an independent business spending and expense management platform. This signals the company’s strategic shift from consumer-facing products into enterprise financial infrastructure. The funding underscores Cardtonic’s evolution from a bootstrapped retail fintech into a provider of essential financial tools for African […] The post Nigerian Fintech Cardtonic Secures $2.1M Seed Funding to Launch Pil Business Spending Platform appeared first on Tech In Africa.

In 2026, crypto investors are becoming more selective about where they put early capital. The focus is shifting from hype to systems that protect data, structure access fairly, and deliver real incentives. Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) stands out in this environment. It combines privacy-first mechanics, live auctions, and a $5 million reward campaign that follows […] The post Zero Knowledge Proof Leads 2026: $5M Rewards and Daily Live Presale Auctions Capture Investor Attention appeared first on Tekedia.

President Donald Trump explicitly told Reuters in an interview that he has no plans to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, despite an ongoing Justice Department criminal investigation into Powell related to the Fed’s headquarters renovation project and his congressional testimony about it. Trump stated: “I don’t have any plan to do that,” when asked […] The post Trump Has No Plans to Sack Jerome Powell Despite Ongoing Investigation appeared first on Tekedia.

The US Treasury recently completed a debt buyback operation of $2 billion in outstanding Treasury securities, specifically targeting long-term nominal coupon bonds in the 20- to 30-year maturity range, with maturities from February 15, 2046, to November 15, 2055. This occurred on January 14, 2026, with settlement on January 15, 2026. The Treasury announced it […] The post U.S. Treasury Complete Debt Back of $2B in Outstanding Treasury Securities appeared first on Tekedia.

Crypto markets are still running hot in mid-January, with the global crypto market cap sitting near $3.34T even after a slight 24-hour pullback. Bitcoin has also pushed toward $97K, keeping risk appetite alive across majors and large-cap alts. Against this backdrop, chainlink price action is hovering around $13.9 with a market cap near $9.8B, while […] The post While Chainlink and Dogecoin Go Nowhere Milk Mocha Lines Up a 74x Breakout appeared first on Tekedia.

South African agritech Khula raised $6.7M from PepsiCo’s Kgodiso Fund to scale AI crop diagnostics, market access and financing for African farmers. The post Agritech Startup Khula Backed by PepsiCo’s Kgodiso Fund appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Peak performance is achieved by cutting out every moment of delay. At Spartans.com, the priority is direct power and fast outcomes. The platform has selected a reward that clearly reflects this mindset. By presenting the Mansory Jesko Spartans Edition as the grand prize, the brand links its digital drive with a real-world powerhouse. This hypercar […] The post Spartans.com Opens the Ultimate Giveaway: One-of-a-Kind Jesko Spartans Edition Up for Grabs! appeared first on Tekedia.

Cleantech investment in Africa hit nearly $40B by 2024, led by renewables, battery minerals and off‑grid solutions amid funding and policy challenges. The post Cleantech Rising: Investors Eye Africa’s Green Economy in 2025 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The crypto market has shown mixed trends moving into early 2026, with Bitcoin holding near $91,000 and total market value close to $3 trillion. At the same time, Solana crypto price trades at $138 after $6.7 billion in daily DEX volume, while Chainlink crypto sits at $13.22 despite partnerships with Coinbase. Both networks remain strong […] The post ZKP’s $249 Proof Pods See Massive Demand as Forecasts Suggest 3000x Potential! Solana and LINK Lose Momentum appeared first on Tekedia.

This week, we explore five African startups in the e-commerce, cryptocurrency, cleantech, and creator economy sectors and why they should be on your watchlist.

Australian players seeking to maximize their winnings need effective payout strategies that ensure quick access to funds. Crypto slots australia platforms offer some of the fastest withdrawal options, with cryptocurrency payments processing within minutes. Understanding payout speeds, payment method selection, and strategic withdrawal timing helps players optimize their winnings at casino platforms. According to reviews, […] The post Fast Payout Strategies: Maximizing Your Winnings in Australian Casinos appeared first on Tekedia.

Ozak AI’s increased on-chain activity indicates a significant shift, with researchers now predicting a high-demand exchange launch in early 2026. The project’s growing transaction volume, more user participation, and consistent network engagement are raising the prospect of a multi-phase price increase once listings go online. As Ozak AI’s ecosystem evolves, researchers believe the momentum building […] The post With On-Chain Activity Spiking, Researchers Believe Ozak AI Could See a High-Demand Exchange Launch in Early 2026, Potentially Triggering a Multi-Phase Price Expansion appeared first on Tekedia.

The Nigeria Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently issued a circular revising the minimum capital requirements for various regulated entities in the capital market. Issued pursuant to the Commission’s statutory mandate under the Investments and Securities Act, 2025, the revised MC framework seeks to: Enhance the financial soundness and operational resilience of market operators. […] The post Nigeria SEC Unveils New Capital Standards For Brokers, Fintechs And Digital Asset Firms appeared first on Tekedia.

The Trump administration has announced a multibillion-dollar trade and investment pact with Taiwan, marking one of the most ambitious attempts yet to reconfigure global semiconductor supply chains. Under the deal announced Thursday by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Taiwanese semiconductor and technology companies will invest $250 billion directly into the U.S. semiconductor ecosystem. The investments […] The post TSMC to Invest $250bn in the U.S., Boosting Trump’s Semiconductor Industrial Policy Push appeared first on Tekedia.

Microsoft has reached an agreement to buy more than 100,000 tons of carbon dioxide removal credits from Indian climate startup Varaha, a deal believed to signal how the global race to scale artificial intelligence is reshaping climate strategies, carbon markets, and even rural farming systems far from Silicon Valley. At its core, the deal, which […] The post Microsoft Reaches Carbon Deal with Indian Varaha, But It Exposes the Growing Gap Between Big Tech’s Climate Promises and the AI Emissions Reality appeared first on Tekedia.

MAX has raised $24 million in an equity and debt funding round to strengthen its transition to electric mobility financing after hitting profitability in Nigeria. 

The changes signal the SEC’s intent to treat digital assets and fintech platforms as systemically relevant parts of Nigeria’s capital markets, not fringe innovations. By sharply raising capital thresholds, the regulator is prioritising investor protection and market stability in a newly legalised sector, even as critics warn the rules could favour well-funded incumbents over early-stage local startups.

U.S. Treasury yields pushed higher on Thursday as investors digested a combination of firmer-than-expected labor market data and a dense overlay of political and geopolitical risks that are reshaping expectations for U.S. monetary policy in 2026. The move was led by the front end of the curve, a signal that markets are recalibrating the timing […] The post Treasury Yields Climb as Labor Strength and Political Risk Reprice the Fed Path appeared first on Tekedia.

After months of debate over whether OpenAI was losing ground to fast-rising rivals, new corporate spending data has suggested the opposite, with the ChatGPT maker noted tightening its grip on enterprise AI just as businesses move from experimentation to routine, budgeted use. Fresh figures from Ramp, a U.S. startup that tracks corporate card and bill […] The post OpenAI Tightens Its Grip on Enterprise AI with 36.8%  Of Subscriptions as Corporate Spending Accelerates appeared first on Tekedia.

For years, battery factories symbolized the electric vehicle future U.S. automakers were racing toward. Today, many of those same factories are being quietly reimagined as part of the country’s energy infrastructure, as carmakers confront a slower-than-expected EV transition and search for ways to prevent billions of dollars in investments from becoming stranded assets. The turn […] The post From EV Dreams to Grid Reality: How Automakers Are Rewriting the Battery Bet appeared first on Tekedia.

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence venture, xAI, has been forced into a rapid policy reversal after its Grok chatbot became a flashpoint in a widening global backlash over sexually explicit, AI-generated images. Late on Wednesday, the company announced sweeping restrictions on Grok’s image-editing features, conceding ground after weeks of regulatory pressure from governments alarmed by how […] The post Grok Tightens the Screws as Regulators Circle: How Sexualized AI Images Pushed Musk’s xAI Into a Global Clampdown appeared first on Tekedia.

Safaricom said the deductions were linked to payments to the Social Health Authority (SHA) and processed through a standing order feature called Ratiba.

The traditional business philosophy that focuses solely on meeting the needs of customers is fundamentally flawed in the modern economy. While elementary economics suggests that satisfying existing customer needs ensures success, history proves otherwise. Companies like Kodak, Nokia, and various pioneers of early smartphone devices were deeply committed to meeting the needs of their customers, […] The post The Perception Gap: Anticipating the Future of Customer Experience appeared first on Tekedia.

Safaricom has appointed Sylvia Anampiu as director of fixed business as Kenya’s biggest telco moves closer to rolling out pay-as-you-go fibre broadband for Kenyan homes and offices.

AfriWallStreet has announced the official launch of AfriWallStreet Store, a digital marketplace created to showcase, promote, and sell products from African entrepreneurs, creators, and businesses to a global audience. As part of the AfriWallStreet ecosystem, this marketplace offers a trusted space for African-owned brands to connect with customers, boost their credibility, and expand internationally. It […]

The hackathon was created with a clear mission: to reduce Africa’s dependence on imported assistive technologies that are often expensive and poorly suited to local realities.