Binance officially announced the launch of Binance Junior today, December 3, 2025, as a dedicated app and sub-account system aimed at introducing children and teens ages 6–17 to cryptocurrency in a controlled, educational way. This move positions Binance as a pioneer in family-focused crypto education, blending savings features with strong parental oversight to promote financial […] The post Binance Launches Binance Junior, A Parent-Controlled Crypto Savings Tool for Kids appeared first on Tekedia.

Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, in a guest column he co-authored with BlackRock COO Rob Goldstein for The Economist, published on December 1, 2025. They’re drawing a direct analogy between the nascent stage of asset tokenization today and the internet’s awkward adolescence in 1996—back when Amazon was barely a blip with $16 million in book […] The post Larry Fink Sees Tokenization Buzz as Dot-Com Bubble in 1996 appeared first on Tekedia.

Tech YouTuber Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) announced that his wallpaper app, Panels, will shut down on December 31, 2025—about 15 months after its September 2024 launch. In an unlisted YouTube video and a notice on the app’s website, Brownlee cited challenges in sustaining the project, including a changing development team and difficulty finding collaborators who shared […] The post MKBHD’s Panels App Will Shut Down Amid Criticisms Citing Data Leak and High Pricing appeared first on Tekedia.

Reports emerged confirming that the Trump administration is pivoting from its earlier AI initiatives to prioritize robotics as a key pillar of U.S. industrial policy. This move aims to bolster domestic manufacturing, enhance national security, and counter China’s lead in robotics deployment—where the U.S. currently lags with roughly 450,000 industrial robots installed compared to China’s […] The post Trump Administration Pushes to Accelerate U.S. Robotics Development appeared first on Tekedia.

The Polymarket app is officially rolling out in the US as of December 3, 2025, following CFTC approval after a 2022 regulatory ban that forced the platform to exit the market. The rollout began yesterday for users on a waitlist which has over 200,000 sign-ups and is starting with sports markets, with broader categories like […] The post Polymarket is Officially Rolling Out to U.S. Users appeared first on Tekedia.

Kalshi, the CFTC-regulated prediction market platform that lets users trade on real-world event outcomes like elections, sports, weather, and more, just closed a massive $1 billion funding round at an $11 billion valuation—its third raise in 2025 alone. This skyrockets the company’s value from $2 billion in June to $5 billion in October, and now […] The post Kalshi Founders Become Billionaires, as Connecticut Issues Cease-and-Desist Orders to Kalshi, Robinhood, Over licensing appeared first on Tekedia.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) must undertake a major regulatory overhaul, according to SEC Chair Paul Atkins, who used a major address at the New York Stock Exchange on Tuesday to call for a sweeping “reset” of disclosure requirements and a reduction of legal burdens faced by smaller companies. Atkins’s vision, which seeks […] The post SEC Chair Paul Atkins Calls for Regulatory “Reset,” Urges Disclosure Reform and Relief for Small Businesses appeared first on Tekedia.

U.S. spot XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded a robust net inflow of $67.74 million, elevating their cumulative net assets under management (AUM) to $844.99 million. This marks the 12th consecutive day of positive inflows since the funds launched on November 13, 2025, positioning XRP ETFs as the fastest-growing major crypto asset vehicle in the market. […] The post XRP Spot ETFs See Strong Day 12 Inflows Amid Surging Institutional Demand appeared first on Tekedia.

A new whitepaper reveals the structural mismatches killing African venture capital—and the fund models that could save it If you’re a founder who’s raised VC money in Africa, you’ve probably felt it: the nagging sense that something doesn’t quite fit. Your investors push for hockey-stick growth when you’re still building basic infrastructure. They talk about […] The post Why African VC Is Broken (And How to Fix It) appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Leveraged exchange-traded funds tied to Strategy Inc., the bitcoin-hoarding Nasdaq heavyweight that built its identity on turning corporate cash into cryptocurrency, are among the worst casualties of this year’s crypto market slump. The downturn has exposed how fragile leveraged vehicles become when their underlying asset breaks down, and it is prompting renewed debate about whether […] The post Crypto Rout Deepens Pressure on Leveraged Strategy ETFs as Regulators, Liquidity Risks, and Treasury Models Face Stress Test appeared first on Tekedia.

BNB is once again capturing market attention as one of the most structurally strong large-cap tokens heading into the next crypto cycle. With deep liquidity, a massive global user base, and the expanding utility of the BNB Chain ecosystem, analysts increasingly believe BNB has a clear and achievable path toward the $1,400 region. Its long-term […] The post BNB’s Path to $1,400 Appears Clear, But Ozak AI Projection Shows 100x ROI Potential appeared first on Tekedia.

Apple is projected to achieve a record year for iPhone shipments in 2025, driven by the phenomenal success of its latest models and a significant resurgence in its crucial China market, according to a highly bullish report released by research firm IDC on Tuesday. This surge is not only expected to deliver a company record […] The post iPhone Shipments Forecast to Hit Record High in 2025, Fueled by China’s Demand for iPhone 17 appeared first on Tekedia.

Nigeria’s business climate gathered more momentum in October 2025, with the Business Confidence Index rising to 111.3 points from 107.9 in September, according to the latest NESG–Stanbic IBTC Business Confidence Monitor. The new reading marks one of the strongest sentiment levels recorded this year and reinforces a growing sense of optimism across the private sector. […] The post Nigeria’s Business Confidence Climbs to 111.3 Points in October, Signaling Stronger Private-sector Optimism appeared first on Tekedia.

U.S. employers have announced over 1.1 million job cuts through November 2025, marking the highest annual total since 2020, when the pandemic triggered more than 2.3 million layoffs by that point in the year. This represents a 44% increase from the 761,000 cuts in all of 2024. The figure is the fifth-worst since 1993, following […] The post US Layoffs in 2025, A Surge Not Seen Since the COVID-19 Pandemic appeared first on Tekedia.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong confirmed during a panel at the New York Times DealBook Summit that the exchange is actively collaborating with several of the largest U.S. banks on pilot programs. These initiatives focus on integrating cryptocurrency infrastructure into traditional banking systems, marking a significant acceleration in Wall Street’s adoption of digital assets. Armstrong emphasized […] The post Coinbase’s New Bank Partnerships is A Major Step for Crypto Tradfi Integration appeared first on Tekedia.

We invested in the world’s first AI-insurance company, and the outcomes have been exceptional. We also invested in the world’s first AI-lending company, and its immediate follow-on fundraise has validated our thesis. These companies are not merely technology firms; they possess full insurance, reinsurance, and lending licenses, enabling them to operate like traditional players, yet […] The post Tekedia Capital Welcomes Pharmie AI Which Is Transforming Independent Pharmacies appeared first on Tekedia.

Table of contents How to save mobile data on MTN Nigeria How to save mobile data on Airtel How to save mobile data on Glo Nigeria How to save mobile data on 9mobile (now T2) Saving mobile data became serious for me the day my bundle disappeared before noon. I had bought a fresh plan […]

A new entrant in the sweepstakes casino world is making its debut with a simple, player-friendly mission: deliver a safer, more informed, and more enjoyable sweepstakes gaming experience. This new platform – built at the intersection of transparency, responsible play, and entertainment – seeks to give players everything they need to enjoy sweepstakes casinos with […] The post Fresh Platform Puts Safety First While Maximizing Sweepstakes Casino Fun appeared first on Tekedia.

French satellite operator Eutelsat endured another bruising day on the markets on Wednesday after a Reuters report revealed that Japanese investor SoftBank had offloaded a large block of subscription rights tied to the company. The sale triggered a steep drop in the share price, reinforcing the uncertainty surrounding Europe’s efforts to build a credible challenge […] The post Eutelsat Hit by Sharp Selloff as SoftBank Dumps Rights, Reviving Questions Over Europe’s Satellite Ambitions appeared first on Tekedia.

The European Union made a decision on Wednesday to phase out all Russian gas imports by late 2027, marking one of the bloc’s most decisive breaks from Moscow since the start of the Ukraine war. But the move, celebrated in Brussels as a historic end to decades of energy dependency, landed on the same day […] The post Europe Cuts the Cord: As the EU Moves To Phase Out Russian Gas, Moscow Warns It Is “Ready” for War — and Peace Talks Stall appeared first on Tekedia.

China is preparing to anchor its 2026 economic agenda to an ambitious growth target of around 5%, a number that government advisers and analysts broadly expect top leaders to endorse later this month. But while the target signals political resolve—the desire to kick off a new five-year plan with momentum—the road toward achieving it is […] The post China Plans Ambitious 5% Growth for 2026, But It Collides With Deflation, Debt, and a Slow-Moving Consumer Shift appeared first on Tekedia.

Binance has appointed its co-founder, Yi He, as co-CEO, introducing a dual leadership structure that places her alongside Richard Teng at a pivotal moment for the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. The company announced the move on Wednesday, adding a fresh layer of senior executive oversight as it attempts to stabilize operations, expand […] The post Binance names co-founder Yi He as co-CEO, deepening leadership overhaul after turbulent year appeared first on Tekedia.

As liquidity returns across the digital asset market, investor attention has shifted toward early-phase projects with the strongest utility and clearest development progress. Bitcoin’s surge back above critical levels has improved sentiment across the board, prompting a wave of activity into the most promising crypto presales. This renewed appetite is accelerating demand for presale entries […] The post Top Crypto Presales Gaining Momentum as Market Strength Returns: Mono Protocol, Nexchain, WeWake, and BlockchainFX appeared first on Tekedia.

Mono Protocol continues to attract growing participation across the crypto presale market as Stage 19 approaches completion. The project has raised $3.73 million out of the $3.80 million target while maintaining its presale price at $0.0550 and its launch value at $0.500. This fixed structure establishes clear expectations for participants and positions the protocol among […] The post Mono Protocol Expands Its Rewards Hub as This Crypto Presale Strengthens Community Growth During Stage 19 appeared first on Tekedia.

Mono Protocol continues advancing steadily in the crypto presale market as Stage 19 approaches full completion. The project has now raised $3.73 million out of the $3.80 million target, with the presale price set at $0.0550 and a launch value of $0.500. This structure supports an estimated 809% potential profit, further strengthening Mono’s presence among […] The post This Crypto Presale Is Reinventing Cross-Chain Execution as It Nears a Major Stage 19 Milestone appeared first on Tekedia.

Mono Protocol continues gaining strong visibility across the crypto presale market as Stage 19 edges toward its completion threshold. The project has now raised $3.73 million out of the $3.80 million target, maintaining its presale price at $0.0550 and its planned token launch value at $0.500. The expected 809% potential profit has added to the […] The post Mono Protocol’s Unified Balance System Reshapes How Users Navigate Web3 as Stage 19 Nears Completion appeared first on Tekedia.

Stitch, one of South Africa’s largest payments fintech startups, has partnered with Capitec Bank, the country’s largest bank by customer base,  to allow customers to automate recurring payments for services like Netflix, deliveries, and bills, using Variable Recurring Payments (VRP), a smarter form of direct debit. 

Bolt has entered into a strategic partnership with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport & Human Settlements to enhance safety, improve regulatory compliance, and support driver preparedness ahead of the National Land Transport Amendment (NLTA) implementation. This partnership marks a significant step towards strengthening the safety and operational standards of the ride-hailing industry in KZN. Bolt […]

 Vivo Energy Kenya, the company that distributes and markets Shell products and services in the country, in partnership with Safaricom PLC, has announced a boost to Bundle Ya Deree, a recently launched proposition by Safaricom that offers cab drivers unique access to connectivity and their work productivity tools. Under Safaricom’s partnership with Vivo Energy Kenya, […]

Yearn Finance, a prominent DeFi yield aggregator, fell victim to a sophisticated exploit targeting its legacy yETH stableswap pool—a custom contract aggregating liquid staking tokens (LSTs) like stETH, rETH, and cbETH. The attacker exploited a critical vulnerability in the yETH token contract, specifically an “unchecked arithmetic” bug combined with a cached storage issue in the […] The post Yearn Finance yETH Stableswap Pool Exploit, $9M Drained in Infinite Mint Attack appeared first on Tekedia.

Stripe has reportedly acquired Metronome, a leading usage-based billing startup, in a landmark $1 billion transaction that underscores Stripe’s growing focus on SaaS and API-driven monetization infrastructure. The move strengthens Stripe’s capabilities in managing complex, consumption-based pricing models increasingly used by AI, cloud, and developer-first companies. Commenting on the acquisition, co-founder and CEO of Metronome […] The post Stripe Acquires Metronome in $1B Deal to Deepen SaaS and Usage-Based Billing Capabilities appeared first on Tekedia.

Oracle is set to emerge as a major financial beneficiary in the next phase of Artificial Intelligence adoption, according to a bullish new report from Wells Fargo. The investment bank projects “significant upside” for the technology giant, citing the surging demand for its cloud infrastructure platform as enterprises begin shifting AI training and inference workloads […] The post Oracle To Emerge As Top AI Beneficiary Amid Massive Infrastructure Shifts, Wells Fargo Projects appeared first on Tekedia.

India’s government has reversed its plan to compel smartphone makers to preload a state-run cybersecurity app, Sanchar Saathi, on all new devices—a directive that had triggered a fierce storm over surveillance concerns, political overreach, and the country’s unpredictable regulatory playbook. The climbdown came barely a week after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration quietly informed major […] The post India Retreats From Mandatory Cybersecurity App Order After Nationwide Backlash appeared first on Tekedia.

According to the latest data from the CME FedWatch Tool, markets are pricing in an 87% probability of a 25 basis point 0.25% cut to the US federal funds rate at the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting scheduled for December 10-11. This would lower the target range from the current 3.75%-4.00% to 3.50%-3.75%. Odds […] The post Odds for US Rate Cut in December are Pricing Around 87% Probability at 25 Bps 0.25% appeared first on Tekedia.

Japan’s government bond (JGB) market is experiencing a dramatic shift, with the 20-year JGB yield recently climbing to around 2.85–2.891%, marking its highest level since June 1999. This surge—up sharply from near-zero territory just a few years ago—has reignited fears of a massive unwind in the yen carry trade, a strategy that has fueled trillions […] The post Japan’s Bond Yield Surge, A Flashback to 1999 and the Looming Yen Carry Trade Unwind appeared first on Tekedia.

Bank of America has recently endorsed a modest allocation to digital assets for its wealth management clients, recommending 1% to 4% of portfolios depending on individual risk tolerance and interest in thematic innovation like crypto. This guidance applies to clients on its Merrill, Bank of America Private Bank, and Merrill Edge platforms, marking a shift […] The post Bank of America Recommends 4% Allocation in Crypto for Wealth-Management Clients appeared first on Tekedia.