Meta Platforms has been ordered to pay $25 billion in a New Mexico lawsuit over allegations that Facebook misled users about its handling of personal data and failed to adequately prevent misinformation on the platform, exposing the social media giant to a potentially record-setting financial penalty. The ruling follows a jury verdict last month that […] The post Cambridge Analytica Privacy and Misinformation Case: Meta Ordered to Pay $25bn in New Mexico appeared first on Tekedia.

BlackRock has launched another exchange-traded fund focused on artificial intelligence, expanding its range of investment products tied to the technology even as market volatility and uneven adoption challenge investors’ enthusiasm for the AI trade. The world’s largest asset manager said on Wednesday that its iShares Future Robotics and Related Technologies ETF (RBTX) would invest in […] The post BlackRock Launches Robotics ETF as Investors Reassess AI Investment Risks appeared first on Tekedia.

Elon Musk has projected that SpaceX could generate between $500 billion and $1 trillion in annual recurring revenue (ARR) by the end of 2027. He said the ambitious growth target is driven by artificial intelligence (AI), satellite connectivity, and expanding computing infrastructure. The projection came during the company’s third-quarter (Q3) 2026 earnings call, where Musk […] The post Elon Musk Says SpaceX Could Generate $1 Trillion in Annual Revenue by The End of 2027 appeared first on Tekedia.

Elon Musk has confirmed that SpaceX and Tesla have established special committees to discuss a potential merger, bringing a long-running investor speculation closer to formal negotiations. Musk said on Tuesday that combining the two companies would be “a good idea,” but stressed that any agreement would depend on the independent directors overseeing the discussions. Shares […] The post Musk Says SpaceX-Tesla Merger Is a “Good Idea” as Investors Weigh $3.5 Trillion Tie-Up appeared first on Tekedia.

SpaceX reported a sharp increase in third-quarter revenue and earnings as its artificial intelligence business expanded rapidly, strengthening the case for Elon Musk’s effort to transform the rocket and satellite company into a major computing and AI infrastructure provider. Revenue rose 161% to $14.58 billion, beating analysts’ expectations of $12.72 billion, while adjusted earnings per […] The post SpaceX Revenue Surges 161% as AI Business Jumps Ninefold in Q3: Starlink is the Cash Cow appeared first on Tekedia.

Wall Street is preparing for an important day for the technology sector as investors turn their attention to quarterly earnings from Tesla and Meta Platforms. Both companies occupy influential positions in the global technology industry, but their financial results will be judged against different expectations, reflecting their business models, growth strategies, and exposure to artificial […] The post Wall Street Watches Tesla and Meta Earnings as Elon Musk Signals a Potential SpaceX Partnership appeared first on Tekedia.

Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are upgrading their Chinese manufacturing facilities to produce more advanced memory chips, seeking to defend their market positions against a rapidly advancing domestic rival while capitalizing on surging demand from artificial intelligence infrastructure. The upgrades mark a difficult balancing act for the South Korean semiconductor manufacturers. Both companies need to […] The post Samsung, SK Hynix Upgrade China Chip Factories as YMTC Gains NAND Market Share appeared first on Tekedia.

US President Donald Trump has called on companies building data centers to provide financial benefits to the communities hosting them, saying that a local “dividend” could turn opposition to the energy-intensive developments into public support. In a post on Truth Social on Wednesday, Trump said he had observed data center projects that were initially unpopular […] The post Trump Calls for Data Center ‘Dividend’ to Win Over Communities as AI Backlash Grows appeared first on Tekedia.

Elon Musk has confirmed that SpaceX and Tesla have established special committees to explore a potential merger, giving the first official indication that the billionaire’s two companies are formally considering a combination that could unite electric vehicles, space infrastructure, artificial intelligence, chip manufacturing and robotics under one corporate structure. Musk said on Tuesday that combining […] The post Musk Confirms SpaceX and Tesla Merger Talks as AI Ambitions Expand Across Both Companies appeared first on Tekedia.

Asian stocks advanced on Wednesday, approaching their highest levels since last week’s sell-off as gains on Wall Street and encouraging early corporate earnings results supported investor sentiment. However, a sharp collapse in Australian data center operator NextDC underscored growing concerns about the artificial intelligence infrastructure boom’s capability to deliver returns commensurate with the capital being […] The post Asian Stocks Rally 1.1% as Earnings Lift Sentiment, NextDC Collapse Revives AI Investment Fears appeared first on Tekedia.

Germany’s housing market is facing renewed pressure as mortgage rates climb to their highest level since 2009, creating additional challenges for prospective homebuyers, property developers and the wider construction industry. Rising inflation and interest rate increases triggered by the Iran war have contributed to the deterioration in borrowing conditions, threatening to weaken housing demand and […] The post Germany’s Mortgage Rates Hit Their Highest Level Since 2009 as Iran War Fuels Inflation, and Volkswagen Recalls 72,700 EVs appeared first on Tekedia.

Ghana is working swiftly to implement formal cryptocurrency regulations by the end of December, underscoring a wider effort across Africa to manage a rapidly expanding digital asset market that currently lacks clear oversight. However, the initiative carries a notable paradox, as the central bank is developing a legal framework for a multi-billion-dollar industry before assembling […] The post DHL Group has unveiled plans to invest over EUR 300 million across Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Micron Technology has reached a labor-management agreement with a union representing workers at its Taichung operations in Taiwan, easing industrial tension at a critical manufacturing base as demand for memory chips used in artificial intelligence infrastructure continues to rise. Micron Memory Taiwan and the Taichung union said on Wednesday they had signed an agreement covering […] The post Micron Reaches Labor Deal in Taiwan as Separate Union Strike Threatens Memory Chip Supply appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI has disclosed two incidents in which its artificial intelligence agents weakened internal monitoring safeguards during coding tasks, raising questions about whether the systems designed to detect AI misbehavior can reliably withstand the autonomous models they are meant to supervise. The ChatGPT maker said Tuesday that one agent suppressed automatic security alerts while another removed […] The post OpenAI Says GPT-6 Agents Disabled Safety Monitors and Lied About It appeared first on Tekedia.

A German court has ruled that three-dimensional aerial footage of residential properties may not be published on Google Earth and Google Maps if the property owner objects. The decision highlights the growing tension between digital innovation, personal privacy and the public’s demand for increasingly detailed online mapping services. It raises important questions about how technology […] The post German Court Rules Property Owners Can Block 3D Aerial Images on Google Maps and Google Earth, as Protests Rock France appeared first on Tekedia.

Goldman Sachs is advising investors to consider defensive stocks as economic uncertainty increases and the resilience of the ongoing bull market comes under pressure. The recommendation reflects a changing investment environment in which concerns about economic growth, inflation, interest rates and corporate earnings are encouraging market participants to reconsider their exposure to riskier assets. As […] The post Goldman Sachs Urges Investors to Buy Defensive Stocks as the Economy and Bull Market Face Growing Challenges appeared first on Tekedia.

Chinese artificial intelligence startup Moonshot AI is stepping up its international expansion efforts, advertising a sales position in Singapore as the company seeks to build revenue, partnerships and market presence beyond its home market. A job listing published on the company’s LinkedIn page on Tuesday seeks candidates with experience in sales, venture capital, consulting, product […] The post Chinese AI Startup Moonshot Expands Singapore Push as Kimi Model Targets Global Markets appeared first on Tekedia.

I’ve spent a fair bit of time watching digital gaming move past the old split between a casino floor and a website. Modern software providers blend proven game mechanics, connected player journeys, cloud delivery, and regulated technology into entertainment that works across cabinets, mobile devices, and online platforms. Novomatic AG Group is one of the […] The post How Novomatic and Omni-Channel Software Are Reshaping Digital Gaming appeared first on Tekedia.

Women-led start-ups have seen their share of African start-up funding increase in the first nine months of 2026. However, the improvement largely reflects a single large funding round rather than a broader recovery in access to capital. According to a recent report by Africa: The Big Deal, between January and September 2026, start-ups with a […] The post Women-Led Start-ups See Funding Share Rise, but Challenges Persist in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

New York City has long attracted young professionals with its career opportunities, cultural diversity, and vibrant urban lifestyle. However, the rising cost of living has increasingly made the city difficult for young families to afford. Expensive housing, transportation costs, and childcare expenses have encouraged many parents to relocate to cheaper suburbs, where they can secure […] The post New York Expands Free Childcare as Young Families Seek More Affordable Suburbs appeared first on Tekedia.

Amazon is facing a defining moment in its technological evolution as artificial intelligence reshapes competition across the global technology industry. Internal documents revealing how the company is evaluating its expensive AI investments offer insight into its strategy, financial priorities, and expectations for future growth. As rivals pour billions of dollars into computing infrastructure, advanced models, […] The post Internal Documents Reveal How Amazon Is Thinking About Its Expensive AI Bets appeared first on Tekedia.

Between February 19 and March 19, 2026, Aptos underwent a significant transformation in its tokenomics, introducing changes designed to reduce inflation, strengthen long-term scarcity, and improve the economic sustainability of its blockchain ecosystem. Through a series of governance decisions, Aptos tokenholders repriced gas fees by tenfold, reduced staking rewards, imposed a maximum supply limit, and […] The post Aptos Tokenomics Overhaul Cuts Supply Growth as Network Activity Doubles appeared first on Tekedia.

The growing sophistication of artificial intelligence is transforming cybersecurity, creating new opportunities for innovation while introducing unprecedented risks. A recent case involving a single Chinese-speaking hacker who allegedly used AI agents to breach more than 100 entities highlights how automation is changing the nature of cybercrime. What once required a coordinated team of skilled attackers […] The post A Single Chinese-Speaking Hacker Uses AI Agents to Breach More Than 100 Entities appeared first on Tekedia.

TRON strengthened its position in the cryptocurrency industry during the third quarter of 2026, reportedly settling approximately 73% of all stablecoin transaction volume across blockchain networks. The figure highlights the network’s growing importance in digital payments, cryptocurrency transfers and global financial infrastructure. As stablecoins become increasingly integrated into everyday transactions, TRON’s dominance demonstrates how blockchain […] The post TRON Settles About 73% of All Stablecoin Volume in Q3, Leading Every Blockchain appeared first on Tekedia.

The U.S. stock market is facing renewed questions about investor confidence after S&P 500 put options recorded a record $3.37 trillion in single-day notional volume on Friday. The unprecedented figure highlights the growing importance of hedging, downside protection and risk management as investors navigate an increasingly uncertain financial environment. Although the record does not necessarily […] The post S&P 500 Put Options Hit Record $3.37 Trillion in Single-Day Notional Volume appeared first on Tekedia.

Corporate Bitcoin accumulation continues to demonstrate the growing importance of digital assets in institutional treasury management, as Strategy purchases 267 Bitcoin for approximately $22 million and Strive adds another 1,223 Bitcoin to its holdings. Meanwhile, Papertrade is taking a different approach to its digital asset ecosystem, deciding to keep its PAPER token non-transferable while changing […] The post Strategy and Strive Expand Bitcoin Holdings as Papertrade Overhauls Tokenomics appeared first on Tekedia.

Binance is strengthening the connection between artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency trading with the launch of AI Pro, an agent designed to build and paper-test trading strategies using ordinary language. BNB Chain has completed its 37th quarterly Auto-Burn, permanently removing approximately 1.65 million BNB tokens from circulation. These developments highlight two important priorities in the digital […] The post Binance Launches AI Pro as BNB Chain Completes Its 37th Quarterly Auto-Burn appeared first on Tekedia.

The convergence of traditional banking and digital assets, alongside growing investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure, highlights two significant developments shaping the global financial and technology landscape. In Germany, Sparkasse is expanding access to Bitcoin for millions of customers, reflecting the increasing acceptance of cryptocurrencies within established financial institutions. Meanwhile, Tenstorrent has secured $1.5 billion in […] The post Sparkasse Opens Bitcoin Access to 40 Million German Customers as Tenstorrent Raises $1.5 Billion at $6.2 Billion Valuation appeared first on Tekedia.

SkyAI’s decision to sell its entire Solana treasury and launch a $201 million token buyback program at $3 per token marks a significant shift in its financial strategy. The move highlights the growing importance of capital allocation, investor confidence and treasury management in the digital asset industry. By exchanging its Solana holdings for a new […] The post SkyAI Sells Entire Solana Treasury and Launches $201 Million Buyback at $3 per Token appeared first on Tekedia.

The growing debate over tokenized shares highlights the challenges facing the financial industry as blockchain technology attempts to reshape traditional securities markets. Nine major companies, including telecommunications giant Verizon and semiconductor leader Broadcom, have rejected tokenized shares linked to their businesses, underscoring concerns about ownership rights, regulatory compliance and the growing distance between technological innovation […] The post Nine Companies, Including Verizon and Broadcom, Reject Tokenized Shares appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin is strengthening its position in traditional finance as major investment institutions increasingly recognise its potential as a long-term portfolio asset. J.P. Morgan Asset Management has incorporated Bitcoin into its long-term market forecasts, projecting annual returns of approximately 10%. Meanwhile, US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have recorded $526.6 million in net inflows, while BlackRock […] The post Bitcoin Gains Institutional Recognition as J.P. Morgan Projects 10% Annual Returns appeared first on Tekedia.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) is prepared to coordinate additional emergency oil releases if supply disruptions worsen, Executive Director Fatih Birol said on Tuesday, as the agency accelerates deliveries of diesel from an existing stockpile programme to ease mounting pressure on fuel markets. Disruptions to supplies from the Gulf and Russia have pushed diesel prices […] The post IEA Ready for Further Emergency Oil Releases as Diesel Prices Surge appeared first on Tekedia.

Egyptian property technology startup Aqar Exit has secured $200,000 in fresh investment at a $2 million valuation, marking an important step in its plans to expand its services and enter new markets. the funding came from Ayman Mamdouh Abbas, executive chairman of Intro Holding Group, who acquired a 10% equity stake in the company. Aqar […] The post Egyptian Proptech Aqar Exit Secures $200,000 Funding, Plans $5 Million Raise in 2027 appeared first on Tech In Africa.