The robotaxi market is moving from years of testing and ambitious promises into a more commercially meaningful phase, with a growing number of companies now operating paid autonomous ride services across the United States, China and, increasingly, other international markets. Uber’s launch of autonomous rides in Zagreb on Wednesday, in partnership with Chinese self-driving company […] The post Uber, Pony.ai and Verne Launch First Robotaxi Service in Europe, While Tesla Remains Behind appeared first on Tekedia.

Ant International has launched an upgraded artificial intelligence model designed for financial forecasting, signing partnerships with six major global banks as lenders accelerate efforts to deploy specialized AI systems to manage liquidity, foreign exchange and other balance-sheet risks. The Singapore-based fintech company on Thursday unveiled the Falcon Time-Series Transformer Model 2.0, an upgraded forecasting system […] The post Citi, HSBC, StanChart Adopt Ant International’s Forex AI Tool, As Global Banks Turn to Specialized Tools For Liquidity Management appeared first on Tekedia.

SK Hynix has reached a tentative wage agreement with its South Korean workers that would pay at least 60% of this year’s bonuses in company shares, reshaping how employees will receive a windfall generated by the artificial intelligence boom as the chipmaker moves simultaneously to return billions of dollars to shareholders. The agreement was necessitated […] The post SK Hynix Shifts AI Windfall To Stock Bonuses As $29 Billion Buyback Lifts Shares appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin could be on track for a dramatic rise over the next four years, with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong predicting that the world’s largest cryptocurrency could reach between $300,000 and $400,000 by 2030. Speaking on Fox Business Network, Armstrong pointed to improving U.S. regulatory conditions as a key supporting factor for the long-term outlook. “I […] The post Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Predicts Bitcoin Could Reach $300,000 to $400,000 by 2030 appeared first on Tekedia.

U.S. Treasury yields fell sharply on Wednesday after the Treasury Department moved to increase its purchases of longer-dated government bonds, offering investors some relief after a sustained selloff pushed long-term borrowing costs to levels that are challenging for the U.S. government and private sector. The yield on the 30-year Treasury fell nearly 10 basis points […] The post U.S. Treasury Falls After Moves to Curb Long-Term Bond Rout, But Analysts Warn Relief May Be Temporary appeared first on Tekedia.

Riot Platforms’ decision to sell more than $730 million worth of Bitcoin during the first half of 2026 highlights a significant change in the way major cryptocurrency miners are managing their digital-asset treasuries. Rather than holding most of the Bitcoin they produce, Riot has increasingly used its BTC reserves as a source of liquidity to […] The post Riot Platforms’ Bitcoin Sales Signal a Major Shift in Mining Strategy appeared first on Tekedia.

Hong Kong’s initial public offering pipeline is gaining strength across a broader range of industries, with biotechnology, mining and consumer companies joining a surge in listings from artificial intelligence and other technology sectors, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing CEO Bonnie Chan said on Thursday. More than 100 companies have listed in Hong Kong so far […] The post Hong Kong IPO Pipeline Broadens Beyond AI As Fundraising Surpasses 2025 Total appeared first on Tekedia.

New crypto casinos surface almost weekly, each promising faster payouts, better odds, or a smoother experience. But “new” doesn’t always mean “good”, so we tested 50+ casinos to bring you the 5 most trusted new crypto gambling sites. As always, online gambling is 19+ (or 21+ depending on your jurisdiction), and availability varies by country […] The post We Tested 5 New Crypto Casinos in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

The global humanoid robotics industry is approaching a potential breakthrough that could transform artificial intelligence from software operating on screens into machines capable of acting autonomously in the physical world, according to Wang Xingxing, founder and CEO of Chinese robotics company Unitree. Speaking Thursday at the World Robot Conference in Beijing, Wang said advances in […] The post Unitree CEO Says Humanoid Robots Near ‘ChatGPT Moment’ as China Races to Dominate Physical AI appeared first on Tekedia.

Binance has launched a new platform that allows artificial intelligence agents to analyze markets, access account information, and execute trades on behalf of users, marking a significant step in the crypto industry’s shift from AI tools that provide information to systems capable of taking financial action. The world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, with more than 300 […] The post Binance Launches AI Agent Platform To Let Users Automate Crypto Trading appeared first on Tekedia.

Fortune Tiger is a PG Soft slot with a 3×3 reel grid and five fixed paylines. Its gameplay centres on regular line wins, a Tiger Wild, random respins and an x10 multiplier for a full-screen winning combination. The Fortune Tiger game uses a Chinese prosperity theme dominated by red, gold and traditional lucky symbols. Its […] The post Fortune Tiger Slot Guide: Features, Symbols and Gameplay Explained appeared first on Tekedia.

Every poker hand is ultimately decided by the same principle: the player with the strongest five-card combination wins the pot at showdown. Knowing how these combinations are ranked is therefore one of the first skills any poker player needs to master. From a simple High Card to the exceptionally rare Royal Flush, each hand occupies […] The post Poker Hand Rankings from Highest to Lowest appeared first on Tekedia.

Standard Chartered is encouraging wealth management clients to allocate part of their portfolios to hedge funds as investors seek greater diversification and protection from heightened market volatility, a senior executive at the Asia-focused bank told Reuters. The strategy comes as demand for alternative investments accelerates globally and Standard Chartered seeks to capitalize on the growing […] The post Standard Chartered Expands Hedge Fund Access as Wealthy Clients Seek Protection From Market Volatility appeared first on Tekedia.

Roughly four in ten American adults were living with obesity between August 2021 and August 2023, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics data brief published in 2024. That figure has reshaped how medicine, industry, and patients think about weight as a chronic condition rather than a matter […] The post The Next Generation of Weight Loss Medications: What the Research Pipeline Holds appeared first on Tekedia.

Malawi could generate an additional MWK1.1 trillion in economic value and create 490,000 jobs by 2030 if it introduces reforms aimed at accelerating mobile internet adoption, according to a new report from the GSMA. The report, Driving Digital Transformation of the Economy in Malawi: Opportunities, Policy Recommendations and the Role of Mobile, argues that greater […]

South Africa’s e-commerce sector is booming. The market is on track to surpass R130 billion in turnover this year. Local online sales are growing at roughly 20% and the sector handles over 100 million shipments annually. According to World Wide Worx, online shopping now represents 8% to 10% of total national retail – expanding at […]

Absa Group says its technology investments are increasingly translating into measurable customer and business outcomes, with artificial intelligence, automation and digital platforms helping the bank improve service speed, credit access and operational resilience. According to the Group’s H1 2026 technology performance update, one of the biggest improvements has been in SME banking, where account-opening turnaround […]

Could the next meme coin breakout be hiding in plain sight? Which digital asset could turn community attention into serious market momentum? The best cryptos to buy in 2026 conversation is becoming increasingly diverse, especially across the meme coin sector. Apeing is attracting attention as an emerging project currently in its whitelist phase. According to […] The post 12 Best Cryptos to Buy in 2026 – Don’t Miss Out On Apeing’s Upcoming Presale Which is Set to 100x at Listing appeared first on Tekedia.

As your business grows, the amount of financial data can become difficult to manage. Manual processes could involve a huge number of man-hours from your employees, and these are resources that could be better used elsewhere. In addition, manual processes can result in errors and delays as well as inconsistencies, all of which can impact […]

WSO2, a leader in enterprise digital infrastructure technology, today announced the opening of its first Africa-based office in Johannesburg, South Africa, underscoring the continent’s growing importance to the company’s global business. The investment comes as governments, banks, telecommunications providers, and retailers across Africa accelerate efforts to modernize legacy systems and prepare their digital foundations for […]

The UK government has published its latest official labour market data, offering a detailed picture of employment, unemployment, vacancies and wage growth as the economy moves through 2026. Released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the figures provide important insight into the health of the British labour market and reveal a mixed picture: employment […] The post UK Labour Market Data Signals Slower Employment Growth as Wages Continue to Rise appeared first on Tekedia.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s latest crypto regulatory proposal marks a potentially important turning point for digital-asset markets. Rather than applying traditional securities rules uniformly across the industry. The SEC is proposing tailored pathways that could allow crypto companies to raise capital through token sales while giving investors clearer disclosure and regulatory protections. At […] The post SEC Crypto Proposal Opens Retail Token Markets as Bitcoin Holds Commodity Status appeared first on Tekedia.

The cryptocurrency and digital-asset industry is facing two contrasting developments that highlight the growing tension between regulatory oversight and institutional adoption. South Korea has moved to block domestic access to Polymarket over gambling concerns, while quantitative trading giant Jane Street has disclosed more than $1 billion in U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund holdings. The developments […] The post South Korea Blocks Polymarket as Jane Street Reveals More Than $1 Billion in Bitcoin ETF Exposure appeared first on Tekedia.

James, who spoke in an interview with The Tekedia Team, said the Youthford Fellowship is a golden opportunity for every fellow because the 100 fellows represent 50+ campuses across 18 countries, working on projects that collectively advance all 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Tekedia: James, congratulations on the launch of Youthford Fellowship. Can you tell us […] The post Interview: Tekedia Alum: James Popoola on Youthford’s Maiden Fellowship for 100 Emerging Changemakers appeared first on Tekedia.

Microsoft is taking a deeper step into the use of artificial intelligence across its legal operations, seeking a senior lawyer with technical expertise to build AI-powered tools, develop automated workflows, and train attorneys to use the technology as the software giant looks to reshape how its legal department handles routine work. The company is seeking […] The post Microsoft Offers Up To $279K For A Lawyer Who Can Build AI As It Moves To Put AI At The Center Of Its Corporate Legal Operations appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI’s preparation for a public-market debut in 2027 could be accelerated if the ChatGPT maker’s business continues to grow rapidly, Chief Financial Officer Sarah Friar told employees on Wednesday. “The IPO is not a finish line, it is a milestone, another fundraise,” Friar said during an all-hands meeting, according to two people familiar with her […] The post OpenAI’s CFO Says 2027 IPO Could Be Accelerated as $40bn Revenue Run Rate Fuels Push to Prove $852bn Valuation appeared first on Tekedia.

Hui Ka Yan, the billionaire founder of China Evergrande Group, has been sentenced to life in prison after a Chinese court found him guilty of multiple financial crimes, bringing a dramatic end to the rise and collapse of one of the country’s most indebted property developers. A Hong Kong court ordered the liquidation of EVergrande […] The post Evergrande Founder Hui Ka Yan Sentenced to Life in Prison as China Draws Line Under Property Giant’s Collapse appeared first on Tekedia.

Apple is changing the way iPhone and iPad users in Europe are asked to approve app tracking, bringing an important competition investigation by Germany’s Federal Cartel Office to an end. The changes follow years of criticism from regulators and the advertising industry over Apple’s App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework, which was introduced as a major […] The post Apple Reworks iPhone Tracking Prompts in Europe After Antitrust Pressure appeared first on Tekedia.

Two important developments are reshaping the relationship between traditional financial markets and digital assets: Strategy is ending a period of Bitcoin selling, while Nasdaq prepares to introduce overnight trading for U.S. equities. The moves highlight how financial markets are becoming increasingly continuous, globally accessible and closely connected to the evolving digital-asset economy. Strategy, the corporate […] The post Strategy Ends Bitcoin Sales Streak as Nasdaq Moves Toward Overnight Stock Trading appeared first on Tekedia.

China has escalated a growing regulatory dispute with the European Union by ordering companies and individuals not to cooperate with a Brussels investigation into JD.com’s proposed $2.5 billion acquisition of German electronics retailer Ceconomy, accusing the EU of exercising “improper extraterritorial jurisdiction.” The directive, issued by China’s Ministry of Justice on Wednesday, marks the second […] The post China Orders Companies Not to Cooperate with EU Investigation Into JD.com’s $2.5bn Ceconomy Deal appeared first on Tekedia.

U.S. President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his administration’s ambition to position the United States at the forefront of the rapidly evolving digital economy, declaring that the country must remain the “undisputed leader” in Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence and related technologies. Trump made this statement while speaking with a group of cryptocurrency executives at the White […] The post Trump Vows to Keep U.S. as ‘Undisputed Leader’ in Bitcoin, Crypto And AI appeared first on Tekedia.

Stripe is making a major push into the artificial intelligence economy with plans to acquire OpenRouter, a fast-growing platform that gives developers access to a wide range of AI models, including popular open-weight systems from Chinese and U.S. developers. The fintech company announced the deal on Wednesday without disclosing financial terms. The New York Times, […] The post Stripe Bets on AI Infrastructure With $7.5 Billion OpenRouter Acquisition appeared first on Tekedia.