USD.AI developed by Permian Labs is a DeFi protocol issuing the yield-bearing stablecoin USDai and staked variant sUSDai, backed by loans against AI infrastructure like GPUs and compute resources. It bridges crypto liquidity with real-world AI hardware financing.The project’s governance and utility token is $CHIP: CoinList (whitelist/eligibility based on Allo points from the “Allo Game” […] The post USD.AI Releases ICO and Airdrop Details appeared first on Tekedia.

Delta40, a venture studio and VC fund investing in and supporting founders addressing Africa’s most urgent challenges, has secured $20 million in funding to strengthen its integrated Venture Studio and Fund model, supporting Africa’s diverse startup founders. The funding round attracted participation from 54 investors across 13 countries, spanning global institutions, high-net-worth individuals, development finance […] The post Delta40 Lands $20M to Support Diverse Founders Tackling Africa’s Urgent Challenges appeared first on Tekedia.

If you studied Social Studies in junior secondary school, you probably memorized the textbook advantages of partnerships and team management. One line my teacher, Mr. Mbah, emphasized was: “joint hands in making management decisions.” We recited it faithfully, preparing for exams, without truly grasping what it meant in practice. By senior secondary school, the Economics […] The post The Power of One Team: Why Collaboration Outruns Individual Brilliance appeared first on Tekedia.

The latest US jobs report, released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) covers January 2026 data; delayed slightly due to a partial government shutdown. It showed nonfarm payrolls increased by 130,000, beating economists’ expectations, which had ranged around 55,000 to 70,000 like the Dow Jones consensus at 55,000, Reuters/LSEG around 70,000. Nonfarm payrolls: +130,000 […] The post Implications of the Recently Released US Jobs Report  appeared first on Tekedia.

Samsung Electronics said it has begun shipping its most advanced high-bandwidth memory, HBM4, to unnamed customers, a milestone that signals a more aggressive push into the fastest-growing and most strategically important segment of the semiconductor market: memory for artificial intelligence accelerators. The move comes as global technology companies pour billions of dollars into AI data […] The post Samsung Ships HBM4 Chips, Escalating High-Stakes Battle for AI Memory Dominance appeared first on Tekedia.

Bybit, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges based in Dubai, has announced plans to expand into retail banking services by offering “MyBank powered by Bybit” accounts. These function as retail-style bank accounts, allowing users to hold and manage fiat currencies alongside their crypto holdings. The service was targeted for rollout in February 2026, and […] The post MyBank By Bybit Operates Independently As a Retail Banking Service  appeared first on Tekedia.

Lexington is a city shaped by constant motion. Each day, residents move between work, school, and home, relying on major corridors that keep Lexington County connected. With so much daily activity concentrated on a limited number of routes, certain roadways naturally carry heavier risks than others. Understanding crash patterns requires looking beyond individual accidents to […] The post What Traffic Data Reveals About The Most Dangerous Roads in Lexington appeared first on Tekedia.

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The odds on Polymarket for another US government shutdown by February 14, 2026, have surged significantly in recent days, reflecting stalled negotiations over Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding and broader appropriations lapses. The “Yes” probability stands at 95%, up from around 73% earlier in the week on February 10. This market has seen over […] The post Odds for Another US Government Shutdown Surge on Polymarket  appeared first on Tekedia.

Founded in 2019 by Eddie Ndichu and his brother Paul Ndichu as an international money transfer and foreign exchange provider, the startup is betting on its Remittance Credit Scorecard (RCS) tool to analyse money transfer patterns of financial institutions to factor that into lending decisions.

After years of playing catch-up in Nigeria’s mobile money market, Airtel Nigeria is betting on incentives and physical distribution to force relevance for its mobile money arm, SmartCash.

SEC Chairman Paul Atkins recently addressed concerns about the agency’s approach to cryptocurrency enforcement during a House Financial Services Committee hearing. The discussion centered on a perceived pullback in crypto-related enforcement actions since the change in administration and leadership at the SEC following Gary Gensler’s tenure. Democratic lawmakers, including Ranking Member Maxine Waters, grilled Atkins […] The post Paul Atkins Addresses Concerns on SEC’s Approach to Crypto Enforcement appeared first on Tekedia.

Arkham Exchange is transitioning from a centralized exchange (CEX) model to a fully decentralized exchange (DEX). This was confirmed by Arkham CEO Miguel Morel. The announcement came after initial reports from CoinDesk suggested the platform might shut down due to low trading volumes around $700,000 daily at the time, user adoption challenges, and issues like […] The post Arkham Exchange Transitions from Centralized Exchange to a fully decentralized exchange (DEX) appeared first on Tekedia.

Kyrgyzstan’s cryptocurrency sector generated more tax revenue in 2025 than the country’s largest commodities market, specifically the Dordoi Bazaar; a major wholesale trading hub for goods and commodities in Bishkek. Crypto transaction volume exceeded $20.5 billion in 2025 with some reports mentioning figures up to $31 billion depending on definitions and periods. This resulted in […] The post Kyrgyzstan’s Crypto Sector Generated More Tax Revenue in 2025 than the Country’s Largest Commodities Market appeared first on Tekedia.

Anthropic has expanded Claude’s free tier with file creation, third-party integrations, and task “Skills,” while reiterating that the chatbot will remain ad-free — a pointed contrast to OpenAI’s plans to introduce advertising in ChatGPT. Anthropic is upgrading the free version of its Claude chatbot, broadening access to features previously reserved for paying users in a […] The post Anthropic Expands Claude’s Free Tier as OpenAI’s Ad Offering Intensifies AI Rivalry appeared first on Tekedia.

On Wednesday, OpenAI researcher Zoë Hitzig published a powerful guest essay in The New York Times announcing her resignation on Monday—the same day OpenAI began testing advertisements inside ChatGPT for free and low-tier users. Hitzig, an economist, published poet, and junior fellow at the Harvard Society of Fellows, spent two years at OpenAI helping shape […] The post OpenAI Researcher Resigns, Warns the Company is Going Facebook’s Way with Ads appeared first on Tekedia.

Life online has become incredibly familiar, with users moving from website to website and clicking on buttons like “Buy Now” and “Sign Up.” But with each of these interactions comes a decision that has a very real question tacked onto it: “Can I trust this?” Trust is important no matter what business you’re interacting with, […] The post How Trust Signals Differ Across Online Industries appeared first on Tekedia.

Discord to Launch Global Age Verification and ‘Teen-by-Default’ Settings Discord has announced a major safety overhaul that will place its entire global user base into a “teen-appropriate… TechCity

 RS Group plc, a high-service global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, announces a new 3-year partnership with international development charity SolarAid. The partnership forms a central part of RS Group’s 2030 ESG action plan and champions the shared ambition to “make amazing happen for a brighter world.” By combining corporate donations, matched […]

Introduction The online gambling world is a constantly evolving landscape, and new platforms emerge regularly, each vying for players’ attention. Among these newcomers, Slotmonster casino has been making waves since its launch in 2024, quickly gaining traction within the competitive UK market. As we approach 2026, it’s time to take a closer look at SlotMonster […] The post Everything you need to know about SlotMonster Casino in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI Upgrades ChatGPT Deep Research with GPT-5.2 OpenAI has officially updated Deep Research in ChatGPT, transitioning its engine to the newly released GPT-5.2 model. The… TechCity

Zhao Haijun warned that companies are attempting to build “10 years’ worth” of AI data center capacity in one to two years, raising the risk that large portions of new infrastructure could sit idle. Zhao Haijun, co-chief executive of Semiconductor Manufacturing International Co. (SMIC), has cautioned that the breakneck pace of global AI data center […] The post SMIC Co-CEO Warns of AI Data Center Overbuild as Global Spending Surges appeared first on Tekedia.

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has formally dropped its 2024 complaint against SpaceX, concluding that the rocket company falls under the Railway Labor Act (RLA) rather than the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) that the NLRB enforces. In a February 6, 2026, letter to attorneys representing eight fired SpaceX employees, NLRB Regional Director Danielle […] The post NLRB Drops Complaint Against SpaceX After Ruling Company Falls Under Railway Labor Act, Not NLRA Jurisdiction appeared first on Tekedia.

Let’s be honest: most people don’t adopt new technology due to a spec sheet. They adopt it because they get it. And they get it when they can see it, feel it, and imagine it fitting into their lives. That’s where visual storytelling comes in. Whether it’s a quick animation explaining how a product works […]

Sometimes, your relatively new Android phone acts out by spontaneously hanging. These are some of the reasons why and how to fix it.

MTN SA is celebrating a major MTN global milestone by rewarding 300,000 subscribers with prizes. From now until 19 April 2026, MTN SA customers stand a chance to win weekly rewards designed to say a sincere “Y’ello and thank you” to the people who power the MTN Nation. To qualify, customers simply need to recharge […]

As Valentine’s Day 2026 approaches, people are turning to online shopping, digital dating, and last-minute gift ideas. Unfortunately, cybercriminals are doing the same. Check Point researchers have identified a sharp rise in Valentine-themed phishing websites, fraudulent stores, and fake dating platforms designed to steal personal data and payment information. Attackers build these domains around common […]

Comparison Of Smartwatches Under 50k Naira: Top Budget Picks This practical comparison of smartwatches under 50k naira highlights reliable budget picks available in Nigeria, including Haylou LS05S, Amazfit Bip U, Infinix XWatch 3 WE, and Redmi Watch 5 Active. It explains key buying criteria, price pointers, pros and cons, and where to check local stock before you buy. TechCity

Looking for a gift for your soulmate on February 14th and think that a gift card would be a nice option? Just remember that when digital trends rapidly rise in popularity with customers, they are also gaining traction with scammers looking to use them as bait. Kaspersky has spotted a wave of phishing and malicious campaigns aimed at gift card owners and people […]

In today's edition: Quick Fire 🔥 with John Ohio || South Africans, say hello to inDrive ads! || Nigeria’s 2027 digital transformation goal || Who secured the bag? 💰

Beyond his work at SeamlessHR, John has contributed to fintech infrastructure projects spanning mobile money systems, agency banking platforms, and multi-country product rollouts. He has collaborated closely with engineering and executive teams to modernise legacy systems and improve reliability at scale. He also engages in community-driven design initiatives, speaking and mentoring within the African tech ecosystem, and writing about systems thinking and enterprise design maturity.

BankrCoin ($BNKR), the native token of the Bankr AI agent platform, has surpassed a $100 million market cap recently, with live data showing it fluctuating around $107M–$113M depending on the source. The token is trading at approximately $0.00107–$0.00113, up significantly in the last 24 hours often 30–40%+ in recent sessions, with high trading volume exceeding […] The post BankrCoin Surpasses $100M Market Capitalization  appeared first on Tekedia.

During an xAI all-hands meeting, Elon Musk confirmed that X Money; the payments feature integrated into the X platform is currently live in a closed beta internally among company employees. He stated they expect to roll it out to a limited external beta in the next month or two; so roughly March–April 2026, followed by […] The post X Money By xAI Currently Live in Closed Beta appeared first on Tekedia.

MoonPay has recently launched a feature called MoonPay Deposits that simplifies wallet-to-wallet crypto transfers, and it’s now integrated directly into Telegram’s self-custodial TON Wallet (part of Wallet in Telegram). Users can send crypto from any supported external wallet or blockchain like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, stablecoins like USDC/USDT on various networks to fund their TON Wallet […] The post MoonPay Launches “MoonPay Deposits” to Simplify Wallet-to-Wallet Transfer on Telegram  appeared first on Tekedia.

The CLARITY Act is intended to end years of regulatory ambiguity by formally splitting oversight between the SEC and CFTC, but internal industry disagreements — particularly over stablecoin rewards and supervisory authority — have slowed its progress in the Senate. Washington’s long-running effort to establish a coherent federal framework for digital assets has entered a […] The post Crypto Industry Split Threatens Progress of U.S. Market Structure Bill, Coinbase Fingered appeared first on Tekedia.

Inaugural Ai Everything MEA Egypt Opens with Sovereign AI and Global Intelligence Infrastructure at the Forefront Ai Everything Middle East & Africa (MEA) Egypt opened today to capacity crowds and high engagement, bringing together 350+ AI enterprises… TechCity