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EUR/JPY, Bitcoin and Nvidia: Three Signals Shaping the Market
Global markets are entering September with three developments demanding attention: Arthur Hayes’ warning that a falling EUR/JPY could become an early liquidity signal. Bitcoin’s technical struggle around its neckline with $71,000 in focus, and a major Nvidia insider filing that could test investor confidence in the artificial-intelligence trade. Hayes, the BitMEX co-founder and current Maelstrom […] The post EUR/JPY, Bitcoin and Nvidia: Three Signals Shaping the Market appeared first on Tekedia.
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Yen Surges as BOJ Rate-Hike Bets Intensify, Intervention Fears Return
The Japanese yen surged to a one-month high against the U.S. dollar on Thursday as traders increased bets on further Bank of Japan interest-rate hikes and weighed the possibility that Tokyo could intervene again to support the currency. The yen climbed more than 1% against the dollar, reaching ¥156.15, its strongest level since Aug. 3, […] The post Yen Surges as BOJ Rate-Hike Bets Intensify, Intervention Fears Return appeared first on Tekedia.
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A Fractured Global Economy Meets a Global Bond Rout
The global economy is entering a more complicated phase, where geopolitical fragmentation and financial-market stress are increasingly reinforcing one another. This week offered a stark demonstration of that reality as divisions among the world’s largest economies became visible at a G20 finance meeting while government bond markets simultaneously came under intense pressure across major economies. […] The post A Fractured Global Economy Meets a Global Bond Rout appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bhutan Sells 400 BTC Worth $30.62 Million as Bitcoin Reserves Decline
Bhutan’s latest Bitcoin transfer is putting renewed attention on one of the most unusual sovereign crypto stories in the world. The Royal Government of Bhutan has reportedly moved another 400 BTC, worth roughly $30.62 million, from wallets associated with Druk Holding, according to blockchain intelligence platform Arkham. The transaction is more than a routine wallet […] The post Bhutan Sells 400 BTC Worth $30.62 Million as Bitcoin Reserves Decline appeared first on Tekedia.
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China Accuses G20 of Protectionism as Trade Tensions Escalate Over Its Export Surge
China has accused other G20 economies of using concerns over trade imbalances and industrial overcapacity to justify protectionist measures, escalating a dispute over Beijing’s growing export dominance as the United States and Europe push for greater access to the Chinese market. The confrontation followed comments by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday that 19 […] The post China Accuses G20 of Protectionism as Trade Tensions Escalate Over Its Export Surge appeared first on Tekedia.
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Pons Fees Surge, Robinhood Chain Sets New DEX Volume Record, OpenSea Backs Arc and Backpack Adds Samani
The rapid expansion of onchain finance is increasingly being reflected in the fees generated by emerging blockchain platforms, and the latest figures from Pons and Robinhood Chain highlight just how quickly the market is evolving. Pons reportedly reached a record $5.95 million in daily fees, placing it fourth overall and allowing it to overtake Robinhood […] The post Pons Fees Surge, Robinhood Chain Sets New DEX Volume Record, OpenSea Backs Arc and Backpack Adds Samani appeared first on Tekedia.
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Kalshi Moves Beyond Prediction Markets With WTI Perpetual Futures
Kalshi is pushing deeper into the world of regulated derivatives with plans to seek approval from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for a perpetual futures contract tied to West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil. The proposed product would represent another major expansion for the prediction-market operator, which is increasingly positioning itself as a […] The post Kalshi Moves Beyond Prediction Markets With WTI Perpetual Futures appeared first on Tekedia.
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SEC Chair Atkins Expects CLARITY Act to Clear Senate by September 15
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Paul Atkins has expressed confidence that the Digital Asset Market CLARITY Act could advance through the Senate this month, identifying September 15 as a critical date for the legislation and the future of cryptocurrency regulation in the United States. His comments have renewed attention around a bill that has […] The post SEC Chair Atkins Expects CLARITY Act to Clear Senate by September 15 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Standard Chartered Enters UAE Crypto Market With Spot Bitcoin and Ether Trading
Standard Chartered has taken another significant step into institutional cryptocurrency markets, launching spot trading in Bitcoin and Ether for eligible institutional clients in the United Arab Emirates. The move, announced on September 3, 2026, makes the bank the first Global Systemically Important Bank (G-SIB) to offer institutional spot crypto trading in the UAE, reinforcing Dubai’s […] The post Standard Chartered Enters UAE Crypto Market With Spot Bitcoin and Ether Trading appeared first on Tekedia.
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Volkswagen Plans 50,000 More Job Cuts as Automaker Launches Biggest Restructuring in Its History
Volkswagen plans to eliminate roughly 50,000 additional jobs worldwide as part of an aggressive restructuring designed to reduce costs, simplify its sprawling vehicle portfolio and restore profitability amid intensifying competition from Chinese automakers. The German automaker’s supervisory board approved its “Future Plan 2030” on Thursday, a 12-part programme that Volkswagen described as the most extensive […] The post Volkswagen Plans 50,000 More Job Cuts as Automaker Launches Biggest Restructuring in Its History appeared first on Tekedia.
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Uber came to Africa to disrupt transport. Then Africa changed Uber.
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TechBBQ’s Charles Kinga on what European investors get wrong about Africa 
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Charmius and New Technology Trends in Online Casino Gaming
The online casino industry moves at breakneck speed, and 2026 promises to be a landmark year for technological breakthroughs. Players no longer settle for static screens and repetitive gameplay; they demand immersion, speed, and fairness. This shift pushes platforms to adopt cutting-edge solutions that redefine the digital gambling experience. For those seeking the cutting edge, […] The post Charmius and New Technology Trends in Online Casino Gaming appeared first on Tekedia.
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Winspirit and the Growth of Mobile Casino Platforms
Smartphones changed how people play. The shift from desktop to pocket-sized screens happened faster than most predicted. Players now expect full casino experiences without sitting at a computer. Mobile platforms deliver that convenience with impressive polish. Winspirit understands this shift completely. It offers a smooth transition for players seeking table games on the go, including […] The post Winspirit and the Growth of Mobile Casino Platforms appeared first on Tekedia.
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Rocketplay and Emerging Trends in the Digital Casino Industry
Digital casinos have transformed from simple websites into complex entertainment ecosystems. Players now demand seamless mobile experiences, instant payouts, and gamified rewards that keep them engaged for years. The industry moves fast, and platforms that fail to adapt quickly lose their audience to more innovative competitors. One platform that consistently stays ahead of the curve […] The post Rocketplay and Emerging Trends in the Digital Casino Industry appeared first on Tekedia.
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Rocketplay and Digital Payment Innovation in Online Casinos
Digital payments have transformed how players fund their entertainment. The shift from bank transfers to instant e-wallets and cryptocurrencies marks a major leap. Players now expect speed, security, and zero friction when moving money. Online casinos that ignore this evolution risk losing their audience. Modern platforms must adapt to survive this financial revolution. Among the […] The post Rocketplay and Digital Payment Innovation in Online Casinos appeared first on Tekedia.
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Rocketplay and the Technology Behind Modern Online Casino Platforms
Modern online casino platforms rely on a complex stack of technologies that most players never see. These systems manage real-time game streaming, secure payment processing, and instant bonus delivery across multiple devices. The speed of innovation in this sector surprises even veteran software engineers. Players expect seamless experiences, and the platforms that deliver them gain […] The post Rocketplay and the Technology Behind Modern Online Casino Platforms appeared first on Tekedia.
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Uber restores Visa payments in Kenya after eight-month pause
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Sun King joins Kenya’s growing smartphone financing race
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From 70 million to 317 million: How Serigne Dioum plans to turn every MTN subscriber into a MoMo user 
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Should you buy the Redmi 17 5G? What to consider first
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Beyond chatbots, South Africa’s 4Sight sees AI running business processes
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Glo’s decline, T2’s missing data widen MTN, Airtel’s Internet lead
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Kenyan Detectives Arrest Two FlexPay Directors Over KES 31.2M Allegedly Owed to a Retailer
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Egypt’s 3C Coding School Raises $3M Seed, Sets Sights on Riyadh
3C Coding School has closed a $3 million seed round led by MRG Economic Group, with investor Amr Saad and a group of angels joining. Two things get the money: a Saudi Arabia launch and an AI-powered personalised learning platform. Hossam Hosny and Ahmed Khallaf started the company in 2015, teaching coding, technology and AI […] The post Egypt’s 3C Coding School Raises $3M Seed, Sets Sights on Riyadh appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Ghana’s Seevcash Picks Up $333K From Stellar, Adds a Visa Card
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Tolaram secures $51m debt
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Greg Abel Signals Berkshire Is Embracing AI, but in a Very Different Way From Silicon Valley
Greg Abel is stepping into one of the most difficult succession jobs in corporate America: running Berkshire Hathaway after Warren Buffett. Since taking over as chief executive at the start of 2026, Abel has largely allowed Berkshire’s investment decisions to speak for themselves. But in a wide-ranging CNBC interview on Wednesday, he offered a clearer […] The post Greg Abel Signals Berkshire Is Embracing AI, but in a Very Different Way From Silicon Valley appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bitcoin ETFs Attract Capital as Snowflake’s AI Boom Lifts Tech Stocks
Financial markets are delivering a mixed but revealing signal as capital continues to rotate between digital assets and artificial intelligence. U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds recorded approximately $101 million in net inflows. While spot Ether ETFs experienced about $48 million in net outflows. Snowflake shares surged more than 22% after the data-cloud company delivered stronger-than-expected […] The post Bitcoin ETFs Attract Capital as Snowflake’s AI Boom Lifts Tech Stocks appeared first on Tekedia.
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Anthropic Accuses Chinese AI Labs of Using Fraudulent Accounts to Distill Claude Models
Anthropic has accused Chinese artificial intelligence companies and other foreign actors of using large-scale networks of fraudulent accounts to extract capabilities from its Claude models and build cheaper competing systems, escalating a broader battle over AI model distillation, intellectual property and national security. Jacob Klein, Anthropic’s head of threat intelligence, said the company supports legitimate […] The post Anthropic Accuses Chinese AI Labs of Using Fraudulent Accounts to Distill Claude Models appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nvidia, Oil and Geopolitics Put Investors on a Market Knife Edge
The final week of August delivered a sharp reminder that modern financial markets rarely wait for the official opening bell before repricing risk. Nvidia’s earnings, oil-market tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, and shifting expectations across equities and commodities demonstrated how quickly information can move from headlines into asset prices. Nvidia’s after-close earnings report was […] The post Nvidia, Oil and Geopolitics Put Investors on a Market Knife Edge appeared first on Tekedia.
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India’s 7.8% Growth Triggers Debate Over Whether Economy Is Stronger Than Data Suggest
India’s unexpectedly strong economic growth has triggered a debate over the reliability of the country’s newly revised GDP data, with a former senior finance ministry official and an ex-central bank governor questioning whether the headline expansion overstates underlying momentum. India’s economy grew 7.8% in the three months through June from a year earlier, government data […] The post India’s 7.8% Growth Triggers Debate Over Whether Economy Is Stronger Than Data Suggest appeared first on Tekedia.
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AI Models Are Becoming Cyber Weapons as Hackers Exploit Distillation and Other Technologies Behind Them
Artificial intelligence companies are confronting a new cybersecurity problem as malicious actors increasingly exploit powerful AI models not only to generate phishing messages or malicious code, but also to automate attacks, bypass safeguards, and extract capabilities from the models themselves. The threat is changing the security equation for AI developers. The same models that companies […] The post AI Models Are Becoming Cyber Weapons as Hackers Exploit Distillation and Other Technologies Behind Them appeared first on Tekedia.
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Physics of Capital and How To Invest; Register for Nigeria Capital Market Masterclass
Career is about more than making money. Yet money helps to remove many of life’s inconveniences. That is why it remains strange that someone can attend a university, graduate and enter the workforce without receiving any practical education on personal finance and wealth management. Universities teach corporate finance and equip people to make money for […] The post Physics of Capital and How To Invest; Register for Nigeria Capital Market Masterclass appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nomba Secures $3 Million Debt Facility to Expand Cross-Border Payments Infrastructure
Nigerian digital banking platform Nomba, has secured a $3 million debt facility from CardinalStone Financial Company Limited to expand it’s cross-border payments infrastructure, with a focus on its operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The funding is expected to provide Nomba with additional USD liquidity to support its near-instant cross border payment network […] The post Nomba Secures $3 Million Debt Facility to Expand Cross-Border Payments Infrastructure appeared first on Tekedia.
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Uber Cuts 3,300 Jobs as Robotaxis Reshape Ride-Hailing, Exits Nigeria and Uganda
Uber Technologies is cutting about 3,300 jobs, or roughly 10% of its global workforce, in its largest round of layoffs since the COVID-19 pandemic as the ride-hailing company restructures its operations, reduces management layers and prepares for a transportation market being shaped by autonomous vehicles. At the same time, Uber is winding down its operations […] The post Uber Cuts 3,300 Jobs as Robotaxis Reshape Ride-Hailing, Exits Nigeria and Uganda appeared first on Tekedia.
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