China has announced plans to expand its national healthcare insurance programme next year to fully cover all out-of-pocket medical expenses for childbirth, a significant policy shift aimed directly at reversing a long slide in fertility that threatens to undermine the country’s future workforce and economic growth. Unveiled at a national healthcare security conference in Beijing, […] The post China to Fully Cover Childbirth Costs as Deepening Demographic Decline Threatens Economy and Workforce appeared first on Tekedia.

China Vanke’s failure to secure bondholder approval to delay a looming bond payment has sharpened concerns that even state-backed developers are no longer insulated from the country’s deepening property slump, raising the risk of a high-profile default that could further damage investor confidence in the sector. A filing, reported by Reuters, showed that Vanke did […] The post Vanke’s Bond Vote Failure Rekindles Fears of a New Phase in China’s Property Crisis appeared first on Tekedia.

ServiceNow is in advanced talks to acquire cybersecurity startup Armis in a deal that could be valued at as much as $7 billion, according to Bloomberg. The transaction would mark the largest acquisition in ServiceNow’s history and signal a decisive push to embed security deeper into enterprise software stacks. Armis was last valued at $6.1 […] The post ServiceNow Weighs Landmark $7bn Armis Acquisition as Cybersecurity Becomes Core to Enterprise Platforms appeared first on Tekedia.

Crypto markets are stable with Bitcoin at about $90,057 and Ethereum at about $3,110, and institutional demand is moving to Solana and the overall activity of DeFi. The cooperation of the Sei Network with the world-famous smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi can be seen as a significant breakthrough that paves the way to mainstream blockchain access. Sei […] The post Top Cryptos to Buy as Bitcoin and Ethereum Hold Steady and Traders Explore Emerging Solana Projects appeared first on Tekedia.

The move by YouTube to allow U.S. creators to be paid using PayPal in PYUSD, the PayPal stablecoin, demonstrates the trend of big platforms to bring blockchain rails on board with no crypto exposure. Owners can store PYUSD in digital wallets or use it with merchants, enjoying the dollar peg, but avoiding the volatility issue. […] The post Best Crypto to Buy Now as Solana Infrastructure Presales Begin to Stand Out From Meme Coins Like PEPE appeared first on Tekedia.

FrieslandCampina is a Dutch multinational dairy cooperative headquartered in Amersfoort, Netherlands. At its core, the company is owned by dairy farmers. The model is simple but powerful: one farmer produces two truckloads of milk, another produces five, another eight. Individually, they are too small to command attention or negotiate global markets. Collectively, they become formidable. […] The post From Fragmentation to Scale: Using FrieslandCampina Playbook for Aba Shoemakers appeared first on Tekedia.

Decode Casino stands out on the Australian iGaming scene as a polished, modern platform designed to offer smooth gameplay across pokies, live dealer tables, and regular promotions. Many players appreciate the welcoming interface and fast access to key features, which makes Decode Casino a comfortable space for both casual and seasoned gamers. Those looking to […] The post Decode Casino Review appeared first on Tekedia.

How to Block Pop-Up Ads and Notifications in Your Web Browser Pop-up ads and constant browser notifications can quickly ruin your browsing experience. From spammy alerts to intrusive ads… TechCity

Mollie to Acquire GoCardless in Deal Aimed at Fixing Recurring Payment Challenges Dutch financial services provider Mollie has agreed to acquire UK-based bank payment company GoCardless, in a move designed… TechCity

Google Introduces Disco, an AI Tool That Turns Browser Tabs Into Custom Apps Google has introduced a new AI-powered browser experiment called Disco, designed to help users turn their open browser… TechCity

A U.S. special operations team, supported by conventional forces, boarded a commercial cargo ship in the Indian Ocean—several hundred miles off the coast of Sri Lanka. The vessel was traveling from China to Iran, and U.S. intelligence had been tracking the shipment. The team seized and destroyed cargo consisting of dual-use components items with potential […] The post US Special Forces Allegedly Raided Shipments Heading from China to Iran appeared first on Tekedia.

Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Binance on December 12, 2025, to explore the tokenization of up to $2 billion in sovereign assets. This includes government bonds, treasury bills (T-bills), and commodity reservessuch as oil, gas, metals, and other state-owned raw materials. The goal is to use blockchain technology […] The post Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance Signs a Non Binding MoU with Binance appeared first on Tekedia.

Tether—the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin USDT—officially announced that it submitted a binding all-cash proposal to Exor— the Agnelli family’s holding company to acquire its entire 65.4% controlling stake in Juventus Football Club. Tether already holds a minority stake over 10-11.5% in Juventus, built up earlier in 2025. The offer includes a premium reported […] The post Tether Commits to All-Cash Binding Proposal to Acquire Juventus Football Club appeared first on Tekedia.

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), under Acting Chair Caroline Pham, launched a Digital Assets Pilot Program. This initiative allows registered Futures Commission Merchants (FCMs) to accept Ethereum (ETH), along with Bitcoin (BTC) and USD Coin (USDC), as margin collateral in regulated derivatives markets such as futures and swaps. This is not a broad […] The post Implications of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)’s Digital Assets Pilot Program appeared first on Tekedia.

Interactive Brokers Group Inc., a major global brokerage firm, has begun rolling out a feature allowing eligible retail clients to fund their individual brokerage accounts using stablecoins, primarily USDC (USD Coin). Currently limited to USDC; other stablecoins or cryptocurrencies are not accepted. Clients log into the Client Portal, select “Fund with Stablecoin,” choose a supported […] The post Interactive Brokers Group Rolls Out Features to Eligible Retailers for USDC Funding appeared first on Tekedia.

As crypto markets continue to evolve, the conversation around opportunity is becoming more nuanced. Bitcoin remains the primary benchmark, Ethereum continues to anchor decentralized finance, and ecosystems like Solana, BNB, and ADA compete for developers and liquidity. At the same time, traders are increasingly asking a different question: where is the infrastructure being built that […] The post Is L.xyz the Next Major Solana Infrastructure Project Traders Are Positioning Early For appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin continues to dominate market structure, while Solana and Cardano remain two of the most discussed ecosystems among traders looking beyond large caps. Solana is widely associated with speed and low transaction costs, while ADA is often evaluated through a longer-term adoption lens. At the same time, Ethereum and BNB still anchor most DeFi liquidity […] The post Why Traders Comparing Bitcoin, ADA, and SOL Are Also Researching L.xyz appeared first on Tekedia.

A Bloomberg report states that Elon Musk’s X generated approximately $752 million in revenue for Q3 2025 from July–September is up over 17% year-over-year. This brought total revenue for the first nine months of 2025 between January–September to just over $2 billion. This marks a sign of stabilization and growth after years of ad revenue […] The post Elon Musk’s X Generated Approximately $752M in Revenue for Q3, 2025 appeared first on Tekedia.

ADNOC Distribution, the UAE’s largest fuel and convenience retailer a subsidiary of ADNOC, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Al Maryah Community Bank to integrate AE Coin—the UAE’s first Central Bank-licensed stablecoin, backed 1:1 by the Emirati dirham (AED)—as a payment option. Payments will be accepted at nearly 980 service stations across three […] The post ADNOC Distribution Signs MoU with AL Maryah Community Bank for Stablecoin Payments appeared first on Tekedia.

Iranian authorities seized a foreign-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, accusing it of transporting 6 million liters approximately 1.585 million gallons of smuggled diesel fuel. Iranian state media, including IRIB and Fars News Agency, reported the operation, describing the fuel as contraband. 6 million liters of alleged smuggled diesel. Reports vary slightly, but […] The post Iran Seizes Foreign Tanker Allegedly Carrying 6 Million Liters of Smuggled Diesel appeared first on Tekedia.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a no-action letter to the Depository Trust Company (DTC), a subsidiary of the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC). This letter provides regulatory relief, allowing DTCC to proceed with a three-year pilot program for tokenizing certain real-world securities on approved blockchain networks. The pilot focuses on highly […] The post U.S. SEC Issues a No Action Letter to Depository Trust Company appeared first on Tekedia.

The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) announced conditional approval for Ripple’s application to charter Ripple National Trust Bank, a federally supervised national trust bank focused on digital asset custody and related fiduciary services. This is not a full commercial banking license, it does not allow taking deposits or making loans like […] The post U.S. OCC Conditionally Approved Ripple’s National Trust Bank Charter, as U.S. Home Prices Turns Negative on a YoY Basis appeared first on Tekedia.

The U.S. Treasury has proposed draft designs for a commemorative $1 coin featuring President Donald Trump’s likeness, planned for issuance in 2026 to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary— semiquincentennial of independence. Reports from across outlets like CNN, CNBC, NBC News, Fox Business, USA Today, Politico, and Reuters indicate the Treasury released initial drafts showing Trump’s […] The post U.S. Treasury Proposes Draft Designs, Featuring Trump on the $1 Coin appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI has unveiled GPT-5.2, its most advanced model series to date, positioning it as a major leap forward for professional knowledge work amid intensifying competition in the AI chatbot market. According to the company, GPT-5.2 is designed to unlock greater economic value for users, with marked improvements in spreadsheet creation, presentation building, coding, image perception, […] The post OpenAI Introduces GPT-5.2, Strengthening ChatGPT Amid Intensifying Rivalry appeared first on Tekedia.

Apple Releases iOS 26.2 With New Music, Games, Safety, and Accessibility Features Apple has officially rolled out iOS 26.2, and the update arrives earlier than many users expected. After weeks… TechCity

Crypto heavyweights Ripple and Circle have moved a step closer to becoming fixtures inside the U.S. banking system after receiving conditional approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to establish national trust banks, a decision that underscores Washington’s accelerating pivot toward formalizing digital assets rather than sidelining them. The OCC on […] The post U.S. Banking Regulator Opens the Door Wider to Crypto as Ripple, Circle Win National Trust Bank Approval appeared first on Tekedia.

NALA, a global fintech company focused on cross-border payments and remittances, has received formal regulatory approval from the Bank of Ghana, marking a major milestone in its expansion across Africa. The Bank of Ghana has issued a Letter of No Objection (LONO) to NALA and its licensed local partner, BigPay, authorizing both companies to operationalise […] The post NALA Secures Bank of Ghana Approval to Launch Compliant Remittance Services in Partnership With BigPay appeared first on Tekedia.

The AI industry has, for the most part of its evolution, been mired in questions about profitability as concerns rise about whether companies are genuinely prepared to pay for artificial intelligence at scale. Nearly all major AI companies are still operating at a loss, given the volume of investment going into infrastructure and the little […] The post Survey Finds More Organizations Willing to Pay for AI in 2026, Strengthening Hope for Long-Term Returns appeared first on Tekedia.

Broadcom delivered exactly what Wall Street typically rewards: strong earnings, robust guidance, and eye-catching growth tied to artificial intelligence. Yet the market response was brutal. Shares of the chipmaker plunged 11% on Friday, marking their worst single-day drop since January, as investors abruptly pulled back from some of the most crowded names in the AI […] The post Broadcom Selloff Highlights Rising AI Jitters as Investors Question How Long the Boom Can Last appeared first on Tekedia.

President Trump on Thursday signed an executive order that seeks to sharply curtail the power of U.S. states to regulate artificial intelligence, marking one of the most aggressive federal interventions yet in the rapidly expanding AI sector. The order authorizes the U.S. attorney general to challenge and potentially overturn state laws deemed inconsistent with what […] The post Trump Moves to Override State AI Laws, Triggering Fierce Federalism Clash and Backlash From Both Parties appeared first on Tekedia.

U.S. sales for Tesla plunged to a near four-year low in November, dropping to approximately 39,800 vehicles, according to a Reuters report. This represents a sharp decline of nearly 23% from the 51,513 units sold in November 2024 and marks the company’s lowest monthly sales volume in the U.S. since January 2022, according to exclusive […] The post Tesla U.S. Sales Plunge to Four-Year Low Despite Affordable EV Rollout appeared first on Tekedia.

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The Solana ecosystem continues to expand at a rapid pace. Trading volumes are increasing, new applications are launching, and capital is flowing toward platforms that can handle scale without sacrificing speed. As this growth accelerates, traders are becoming more selective about where they deploy capital, especially when it comes to decentralized exchanges. Rather than chasing […] The post Solana Ecosystem Expands, but L.xyz Is Where Early Positioning Is Quietly Happening appeared first on Tekedia.