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OpenAI Anchors 100MW AI Data Center Deal With TCS as India Emerges Core Node in $500bn Stargate Build-Out
OpenAI’s 100-megawatt commitment to TCS positions India as a frontline hub in the $500 billion Stargate AI infrastructure build-out, underscoring a decisive shift from services to sovereign compute capacity. OpenAI will become the first customer of the data center business of Tata Consultancy Services, securing 100 megawatts of capacity as part of the global artificial […] The post OpenAI Anchors 100MW AI Data Center Deal With TCS as India Emerges Core Node in $500bn Stargate Build-Out appeared first on Tekedia.
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Treasury Yields Climb as Fed Minutes Signal No Rush to Cut Rates Ahead of Key Inflation Data
The minutes revealed a Federal Reserve that is united in holding rates steady for now but divided over whether the next move should be a cut — or potentially even a hike — if inflation proves stubborn. U.S. Treasury yields extended their upward move on Thursday as investors weighed hawkish undertones in the Federal Reserve’s […] The post Treasury Yields Climb as Fed Minutes Signal No Rush to Cut Rates Ahead of Key Inflation Data appeared first on Tekedia.
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Altman Calls China’s AI Progress “Remarkable” as OpenAI Chases Ads and $100bn Fundraise
Sam Altman’s description of Chinese AI progress as “remarkable” underscores how the contest for artificial general intelligence has evolved into a full-stack race spanning chips, models, infrastructure, and monetization. The progress of Chinese technology companies across the artificial intelligence stack is “remarkable,” OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman said in an interview with CNBC, offering a […] The post Altman Calls China’s AI Progress “Remarkable” as OpenAI Chases Ads and $100bn Fundraise appeared first on Tekedia.
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How to Use Modern Technology to Get Better at Online Casinos in Canada
Most people who play at online casinos in Canada do so with whatever defaults the platform gives them. They sign up, deposit, pick a game that looks interesting, and start playing. There is nothing wrong with that approach, but it leaves a lot of useful functionality on the table. The technology built into licensed Canadian […] The post How to Use Modern Technology to Get Better at Online Casinos in Canada appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nigeria’s busiest airports to get MTN-backed free Wi-Fi
Travellers passing through Nigeria’s major international airports will now enjoy one hour of free high-speed internet, following a new partnership between the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) and MTN Nigeria, the country’s biggest telco.
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Nigerian Fintech Apps Maintain High Standards in User Communication And Transparency – Report Reveals
Nigerian fintech applications continue to distinguish themselves through clear, timely, and consistent communication with users. From instant transaction confirmations to real-time progress indicators and status updates, these platforms prioritise transparency as a core part of the user experience. By ensuring customers are informed at every stage of their financial activity, Nigerian fintech providers are strengthening […] The post Nigerian Fintech Apps Maintain High Standards in User Communication And Transparency – Report Reveals appeared first on Tekedia.
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Etsy To Sell Depop, Secondhand Fashion Marketplace, To Ebay For $1.2 Billion
Etsy announced on Wednesday that it is selling Depop, the secondhand fashion marketplace popular with Gen Z and millennials, to eBay for $1.2 billion in cash, marking a strategic retreat from a high-profile acquisition made nearly five years ago. Etsy acquired Depop for $1.62 billion in 2021, at a time when investor enthusiasm around recommerce […] The post Etsy To Sell Depop, Secondhand Fashion Marketplace, To Ebay For $1.2 Billion appeared first on Tekedia.
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Meta Expands Nvidia Alliance in ‘Multigenerational’ AI Infrastructure Deal
Meta will deploy Nvidia GPUs, CPUs, and networking equipment at scale, embedding Nvidia more deeply across its AI stack even as Meta develops in-house chips. Meta Platforms is significantly expanding its reliance on Nvidia through what Nvidia described as a “multigenerational” agreement to power Meta’s next wave of artificial intelligence infrastructure. The deal will see […] The post Meta Expands Nvidia Alliance in ‘Multigenerational’ AI Infrastructure Deal appeared first on Tekedia.
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Crypto Fear And Greed Index Hits Extreme Fear as Bitcoin Leads Market Decline Amid Rate Uncertainty
The Crypto Fear and Greed Index has dropped to 11, its lowest level since early February, reflecting deepening caution across the digital asset market. Over the past 24 hours, the total cryptocurrency market capitalization declined to approximately $2.3 trillion, with Bitcoin leading the pullback. Bitcoin slipped roughly 0.9% to trade near $66,700 in the early […] The post Crypto Fear And Greed Index Hits Extreme Fear as Bitcoin Leads Market Decline Amid Rate Uncertainty appeared first on Tekedia.
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Cybersecurity Emerges as AI’s “Safe Harbor” for Investors Amid 2026 Tech Selloff, Wedbush Says
While much of the technology sector has faced sharp selloffs in early 2026 over fears that generative AI tools could disrupt traditional software, data services, and knowledge-based industries, cybersecurity stands out as one corner of the market where investors can potentially find shelter from AI disruption while still benefiting from the technology’s widespread adoption, according […] The post Cybersecurity Emerges as AI’s “Safe Harbor” for Investors Amid 2026 Tech Selloff, Wedbush Says appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Lean Supply Chain: Orchestrating Speed, Efficiency, and Competitive Strength
In the orchestra of modern commerce, the supply chain serves as the conductor’s baton, setting the rhythm, directing the flow, and ensuring harmony across the enterprise. Yet in many organizations, that baton has become weighed down by inefficiencies: warehouses filled with slow-moving stock, lead times stretched endlessly, and coordination across partners that struggles to keep […] The post The Lean Supply Chain: Orchestrating Speed, Efficiency, and Competitive Strength appeared first on Tekedia.
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From Egypt to Gabon: 33 African countries that have imposed social media bans
At some point, about 34 African countries have imposed a social media ban or a full internet shutdown that disrupted social media access.
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EU Launches Digital Services Act Probe Into Shein Over ‘Addictive Design’ and Illegal Listings
The European Commission is probing whether Shein’s gamified features, recommendation systems, and safeguards against illegal products comply with the Digital Services Act. The European Union has intensified regulatory pressure on Shein, launching a formal investigation under the bloc’s sweeping Digital Services Act (DSA) over what it describes as “addictive design,” opaque recommender systems, and the […] The post EU Launches Digital Services Act Probe Into Shein Over ‘Addictive Design’ and Illegal Listings appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Role of Institutional Crypto Custody Providers
As crypto markets mature, the way digital assets are stored has become just as important as how they are traded. For hedge funds, asset managers, exchanges, and large corporate holders, self-custody wallets are rarely enough. This is where institutional crypto custody services step in. At their core, institutional crypto custody providers are specialized entities that […] The post The Role of Institutional Crypto Custody Providers appeared first on Tekedia.
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Mistral AI CEO Says Over Half of Enterprise SaaS Could Shift to AI
More than 50% of the software enterprises currently purchased could be replaced by artificial intelligence systems, according to Arthur Mensch, chief executive of Mistral AI, adding fuel to investor anxiety over the durability of traditional software business models. Speaking to CNBC at the India Accelerates event on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit in […] The post Mistral AI CEO Says Over Half of Enterprise SaaS Could Shift to AI appeared first on Tekedia.
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Microsoft Announces Plan to Invest $50bn on AI Expansion Across the Global South
Microsoft said it is on track to invest $50 billion by the end of the decade to expand artificial intelligence infrastructure and capabilities across countries in the Global South, marking one of the most ambitious long-term AI commitments aimed at developing and emerging economies. The announcement was delivered at the AI Impact Summit in New […] The post Microsoft Announces Plan to Invest $50bn on AI Expansion Across the Global South appeared first on Tekedia.
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Five apps helping Muslims navigate Ramadan in a digital age
Here are five apps that Muslims around the world are using to navigate Ramadan this year.
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12-Hour Early Access, 400x Potential: Here’s Why Traders Are Choosing BlockDAG Over BCH and XMR Today!
Sometimes, the biggest crypto moves happen quietly, and that’s exactly the story with the Bitcoin Cash price. Over the past year, BCH has crept up 75%, outperforming the broader market. It found buyers at every dip, steadily building strength while other altcoins lagged behind. Similarly, the latest Monero news shows a major whale steadily accumulating […] The post 12-Hour Early Access, 400x Potential: Here’s Why Traders Are Choosing BlockDAG Over BCH and XMR Today! appeared first on Tekedia.
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Federal Court Sides with Cameo in Trademark Dispute, Orders OpenAI to Permanently Stop Using “Cameo” Name for Sora 2 Feature
A federal district court in Northern California ruled Saturday, February 14, in favor of personalized celebrity video platform Cameo, permanently barring OpenAI from using the term “Cameo” in any products or features. The decision ends OpenAI’s brief use of the name for a digital likeness insertion tool within its Sora 2 video-generation app, finding that […] The post Federal Court Sides with Cameo in Trademark Dispute, Orders OpenAI to Permanently Stop Using “Cameo” Name for Sora 2 Feature appeared first on Tekedia.
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Risevest secures SEC licence in major regulatory turnaround
Risevest has acquired a Fund & Portfolio Manager licence through its new subsidiary, RV Fund Management Limited.
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Airtel Africa in late-stage Starlink talks to close rural coverage gaps
Airtel is in late-stage discussions with SpaceX to integrate Starlink’s direct-to-cell technology into its network, according to Airtel Africa's chief executive Sunil Taldar.
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Victor Daniyan: Driving Digital Payments And Green Mobility In Nigeria
Victor Daniyan, Founder and CEO of Nearpays and Yourrider, is making waves in Africa’s fintech and clean energy landscape. As a Forbes 30 Under 30 nominee and Certified Management Consultant, he focuses on practical, people-centered innovation. Nearpays is transforming payments with contactless and AI-enabled Soft POS solutions, while Yourrider supports the growth of EV swap […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.
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Nairobi Securities Exchange plans dedicated tech board to lure startups
NSE chief listing officer Gift Kori said the bourse was actively exploring a specialised tech segment that would sit under its existing market structure but be tailored to high-growth, early-stage companies across the continent.
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Mileo Dubai’s Hotel and Residences Model Shows Yasam Ayavefe’s Long View
Photo: Founder of the Mileo chain of hotels – Yasam Ayavefe After a long flight into Dubai, most travelers want the same thing: a room that works, a hotel that runs on time, and people who solve problems before they become stories. Mileo Dubai on Palm Jumeirah has been designed around that reality. Yasam Ayavefe […] The post Mileo Dubai’s Hotel and Residences Model Shows Yasam Ayavefe’s Long View appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Most Common Reasons Companies Seek Financing
According to the Federal Reserve’s Small Business Credit Survey, 37% of small employer firms applied for a loan, line of credit, or cash advance during the prior 12 months in 2023. Behind every application sits a business owner weighing risk against opportunity — and often blurring the line between personal and company finances. Many founders, […] The post The Most Common Reasons Companies Seek Financing appeared first on Tekedia.
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Best Remote Railway Inspection Solutions
Railway Infrastructure is a complex system that requires constant inspection in order to provide safety, reliability, and efficient operation. Inspection of traditional forms of rail infrastructure is typically done through manual inspections or site visits conducted by on-track personnel or as part of scheduled visits. This method is both expensive and time-consuming for railway operators.  […] The post Best Remote Railway Inspection Solutions appeared first on Tekedia.
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Fintech still dominates Africa’s VC. Deeptech may be next.
Africa's VC funding remains concentrated in fintech and in four markets: South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, and Egypt. Deeptech’s share is rising, but from a small base.
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California Launches AI Accountability Push as xAI Faces Probe Over Explicit Sexual Images
California Attorney General Rob Bonta said his office is building a dedicated artificial intelligence accountability program as it investigates Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, over the alleged generation of non-consensual sexually explicit images. In an interview on Tuesday, Bonta confirmed that his office sent a cease-and-desist letter to xAI last month amid regulatory scrutiny over […] The post California Launches AI Accountability Push as xAI Faces Probe Over Explicit Sexual Images appeared first on Tekedia.
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NexGen Courts Data Centre Capital as AI Power Demand Reshapes Uranium Financing
NexGen is exploring financing from data center operators to secure long-term uranium supply for AI-driven nuclear power demand. The artificial intelligence boom is beginning to reverberate far beyond Silicon Valley and into the global uranium market. NexGen Energy, developer of the large-scale Rook I project in Saskatchewan, has confirmed preliminary discussions with data center providers […] The post NexGen Courts Data Centre Capital as AI Power Demand Reshapes Uranium Financing appeared first on Tekedia.
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Africa’s Digital Leise: How Technology, Education, and Entrepreneurship Are Reshaping Business Landscapes
Across Africa, a quiet transformation is unfolding. Technology is redefining how businesses operate, entrepreneurs launch ideas, and professionals build careers. From fintech expansion to digital marketplaces and remote learning ecosystems, the continent is experiencing a shift that blends innovation with local problem-solving. Platforms focused on business and technology insight play a critical role in documenting […] The post Africa’s Digital Leise: How Technology, Education, and Entrepreneurship Are Reshaping Business Landscapes appeared first on Tekedia.
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Does home insurance cover water damage?
Water damage is a common issue for homeowners in Florida, largely due to the state’s unique climate and geographical features. Identifying and assessing water damage promptly is crucial to minimize potential losses and ensuring safety. This guide provides valuable insights into recognizing signs of water damage, navigating insurance claims, and understanding the role of professional […] The post Does home insurance cover water damage? appeared first on Tekedia.
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Microsoft says AI could add $136 billion to Africa if data can move freely
Artificial intelligence (AI) could add as much as $136 billion in productivity gains across Africa, according to Microsoft. Unlocking that value, however, depends on whether countries can enable the secure, seamless flow of data across their borders.
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Factors to Consider When Selecting a Money Counting Machine
Cash-heavy businesses rarely struggle because they lack effort. They struggle because manual counting invites small errors, slow deposits, and uncomfortable end-of-day disputes. A dependable money-counting machine enhances control, improves speed, and provides a clear record of what was handled. The goal is not flashy features. The goal is consistent totals and fewer surprises. Organizations that […] The post Factors to Consider When Selecting a Money Counting Machine appeared first on Tekedia.
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MTN SA Foundation Invests in Youth With ICT Learnership Programme
As youth unemployment and digital skills shortages continue to dominate the national conversation, the MTN SA Foundation has launched a 12-month ICT Learnership Programme with Helios Towers and Datacomb Development Hub. Designed to move young South Africans from digital training into real workplace experience. The program builds on the Foundation’s Digital Skills for Digital Jobs […]
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Cybersecurity Expert Reveals 5 Cyber Risks Businesses Can’t Ignore
Recent global research reveals which threats security leaders consider most urgent, with AI vulnerabilities now concerning 87% of cybersecurity professionals worldwide. Organisations entering 2026 face a vastly different cybersecurity environment from previous years. The combination of artificial intelligence adoption, persistent remote work infrastructure, and increasingly interconnected systems has created attack surfaces that grow faster than […]
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The Urgency of SARS Tax Modernization for SA Businesses
In his State of the Nation address on 12 February 2026, President Cyril Ramaphosa set out several bold strategies to underpin South Africa’s growth and development, including expensive strategies that are likely to apply pressure on the government’s fiscus. The good news for the President and for Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, who must finance these […]
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