On Thursday, backed by China’s political leadership in Beijing, President Xi Jinping unveiled a sweeping blueprint for the country’s economic and strategic direction over the next five years. The gathering of nearly 3,000 delegates at the Great Hall of the People marks one of the most closely watched political events in China’s calendar, according to […] The post China Unveils New Five-Year Roadmap as Xi Pushes Tech Supremacy, Economic Stability, and Military Modernization appeared first on Tekedia.

Nigeria’s business environment strengthened significantly in February 2026, with the latest Business Confidence Monitor showing firms reporting the strongest operating conditions since the index was introduced. The improvement came even as fresh data from the central bank showed banks becoming more cautious in lending to the private sector, underscoring the complex state of the economy, […] The post Nigeria’s Business Confidence Hits Record High Even as Bank Lending to Private Sector Weakens appeared first on Tekedia.

Yoruba and Hausa speakers can now use Google's AI Mode and AI Overviews in their local languages.

The HP Wolf Security Threat Insights Report, released by the security unit of technology manufacturer HP Inc, shows attackers shifting from carefully engineered exploits toward a strategy built on speed and volume.

Nigeria’s digital lending boom was built on small, instant loans between ₦5,000 ($3.61) and ₦10,000 ($7.21) disbursed within minutes on sleek apps. But that model is beginning to change.

American multinational investment bank Morgan Stanley has reportedly eliminated 2,500 roles as it reshapes priorities across the U.S. and international markets. The reductions, representing roughly 3% of the bank’s workforce, will affect employees in its three main divisions, which include wealth management, investment banking, and investment management. The layoffs will affect both front-office, revenue-generating roles […] The post Morgan Stanley Cut 2,500 Jobs Amid Record 2025 Performance as The Company Reshapes Its Priorities appeared first on Tekedia.

The intensifying air war between Israel and Iran is already exacting a heavy toll on the Israeli economy, with officials warning that weekly losses could exceed 9 billion shekels ($2.93 billion) if strict wartime restrictions remain in place. Israel’s Finance Ministry said on Wednesday that under the current “red” emergency restrictions imposed by the military’s […] The post Air War With Iran Could Cost Israel $2.9bn a Week as Economic Fallout Spreads Across Global Markets appeared first on Tekedia.

Manchester City Football Club’s ascent from a modest Victorian-era team to one of the dominant forces in world football is one of the most remarkable stories in the sport. By visiting the online sports betting platform 1xBet you will also be able to wager on all matches of this squad as well. Founded in 1880 […] The post The rise of Manchester City appeared first on Tekedia.

Gold prices climbed 2% on Wednesday, rebounding sharply from a more than one-week low hit in the previous session, as the U.S. dollar took a breather and escalating military action in the Middle East — now in its fifth day — intensified safe-haven flows into the yellow metal. Spot gold gained 1.8% to $5,175.39 per […] The post Gold Rebounds 2% on Wednesday as Dollar Pauses and Middle East Escalation Fuels Safe-Haven Demand appeared first on Tekedia.

U.S. stocks closed sharply lower on Tuesday as investors weighed the risk that an expanding Middle East conflict could push energy prices higher for longer, reigniting inflation pressures and complicating the policy path for the Federal Reserve. Selling was broad-based across sectors, with the Cboe Volatility Index, widely known as the VIX, climbing to its […] The post Wall Street Slides as Middle East Conflict Lifts Oil, Stokes Inflation Fears appeared first on Tekedia.

White House Scrutinizes Tencent’s Stakes in Epic Games, Riot, and Supercell Amid National Security Concerns Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit The Trump administration is weighing whether to force Chinese tech conglomerate Tencent Holdings Ltd. to divest its significant investments in major U.S. and European video game developers, according to the Financial Times. Top officials have convened […] The post White House Weighs National Security Review of Tencent’s Gaming Stakes Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit in April appeared first on Tekedia.

Billionaire investor Ray Dalio says artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the global economy, but cautions that the companies at the center of the surge may not generate the profits investors are banking on. In an episode of the All-In Podcast published Tuesday, the founder of Bridgewater Associates described AI as a force that is “eating […] The post Ray Dalio Warns AI, A Force “Eating Everything”, Could ‘Eat Itself’ if Profits Fail to Match Investment Surge appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin surged back above the $74,000 mark on Wednesday, reaching its highest level since February 8, even as geopolitical tensions remained elevated. The world’s largest cryptocurrency gained roughly 8% over 24 hours, rebounding strongly after spending several weeks trading below the $60,000-$70,000 threshold. The recent rally was fueled by a sudden shift in macro sentiment […] The post Bitcoin Rebounds 8% Above $74K Then Drops Amid Macro Shift And Institutional Demand appeared first on Tekedia.

Ethio Telecom announced the signing of a landmark network expansion and modernization agreement with our strategic partner, Ericsson, at MWC Barcelona, marking another major step in advancing Ethiopia’s digital infrastructure. In line with the company’s three-year Next Horizon Strategy, this major project includes the expansion, upgrade, 4G layering, and deployment of new capabilities across 1,500 […]

China’s manufacturing sector showed a widening split in February, with large state-owned factories struggling to regain momentum while private exporters reported a surge in overseas orders. The February report has prompted concern that escalating conflict in the Middle East could sharply undermine export performance in March. Data from the National Bureau of Statistics of China […] The post China’s Factory Activity Splits Along State-Private Lines as Export Risks Mount from Iran Conflict appeared first on Tekedia.

“Sorry, I didn’t catch that” – a familiar frustration for millions of  Africans using voice technology like Siri and Alexa, where common phrases and names like “No worry, e go better” become “No war eagle butter”,  “Wanjiru” becomes “One zero”, and “Chukwuebuka” becomes “Check wheelchair baker”. These repeated failures aren’t just technical gaffes; they become […]

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Agentic AI payments infrastructure is evolving rapidly to support more seamless, AI-driven experiences, and the Agentic Commerce Protocol (ACP) is a prime example of this progress. Co-developed by Stripe and OpenAI, ACP is an open standard that standardizes how AI agents—like ChatGPT—can interact with merchants to discover products, negotiate details, and complete purchases securely. It […] The post Agentic AI Payments Infrastructure Rapidly Evolving to Support Seamless AI-driven Experiences  appeared first on Tekedia.

Bolt said it received its Certificate of Registration from the National Public Transport Regulator (NPTR) on February 27.

OpenAI is developing an internal code-hosting platform that could eventually compete with GitHub, according to a report by The Information, marking what could become one of the most consequential strategic pivots in the artificial intelligence industry. The project, still in its early stages, was prompted in part by repeated service disruptions that left GitHub temporarily […] The post OpenAI Developing A GitHub Rival After Service Disruptions, Setting Up Potential Clash With Microsoft appeared first on Tekedia.

The current market environment, reflects heightened volatility driven primarily by the escalating U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, now in its early stages with fresh strikes and no clear signs of de-escalation. This has triggered risk-off sentiment across global financial markets, leading to sharp declines in equities and a reversal in precious metals after recent safe-haven surges. […] The post Recent Market Disruptions is Driven by Escalating U.S-Israel Conflict with Iran  appeared first on Tekedia.

Stocks across the United Arab Emirates suffered one of their sharpest sell-offs in years on Wednesday as trading resumed in Dubai and Abu Dhabi following a two-day market closure triggered by Iranian drone and missile attacks on the country. The selloff has amplified concerns that the rapidly escalating conflict could inflict lasting economic damage on […] The post UAE Stocks Plunge Following Market Resumption as Iranian Strikes Rattle Investor Confidence, Triggering Selloff appeared first on Tekedia.

In today’s fast-paced world, sexual health is more than just the absence of disease—it encompasses physical satisfaction, mental well-being, emotional balance, and safe self-exploration. For many adults, a sex doll has become a discreet and effective tool for maintaining these aspects of wellness. Among the most practical options, the sex doll torso stands out for […] The post Enhancing Sexual Health: How a Sex Doll Torso from Tantaly Supports Wellness and Safe Intimacy appeared first on Tekedia.

Absa Group has partnered with Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, to launch a new digital-first remittance solution, Absa Global Pay, that makes sending money across borders faster, simpler and more affordable for millions of customers across Africa. With international remittances playing an increasingly critical role in supporting families, education, healthcare […]

The streaming service will be wound down in the coming months, although the company has not provided a final closure date as legal processes tied to the acquisition continue to be finalised.

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Sahara v2 covers 23 African languages within that total and supports more than 500 distinct African accents.

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KEY POINTS MAIN STORY The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the implementation of a Geographic Information System (GIS)-enabled alphanumeric digital postcode system for Nigeria, marking a major reform in the country’s addressing and postal infrastructure. The approval was granted under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu as part of efforts to modernise public infrastructure […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have recently submitted formal inquiries written questions to the European Commission regarding GDPR compliance issues. The most prominent and timely example, reported just days ago, involves a cross-party group of MEPs from the S&D, Greens, The Left, and Renew groups across 17 countries. They submitted a written parliamentary question […] The post Members of the European Parliament Submits Formal Inquiries Regarding GDPR  appeared first on Tekedia.

Nasdaq has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch prediction market-style products, specifically binary “Outcome Related Options” tied to its flagship Nasdaq-100 Index and the Nasdaq-100 Micro Index. This filing, submitted on March 2, 2026 via Nasdaq’s MRX options exchange, proposes cash-settled, yes-or-no binary contracts. These would be priced between $0.01 […] The post Nasdaq Files with US SEC to Launch Prediction Market Style Products appeared first on Tekedia.

The average age of URLs cited by AI assistants was 1,064 days roughly 2.9 years old. In contrast, URLs appearing in organic Google results averaged 1,432 days old about 3.9 years. This makes AI-cited content 25.7% fresher on average. AI systems—especially tools like ChatGPT—show a clear recency bias, often prioritizing newer or more recently updated […] The post AI Citations 25.7% Fresher Than Google’s Typical Results appeared first on Tekedia.

x402, the HTTP-native payment protocol reviving status code 402 “Payment Required” has moved beyond conceptual demos into real-world adoption, particularly in AI agent ecosystems, API monetization, and emerging machine-to-machine commerce. Built on stablecoins like USDC; often settling on chains like Base, Solana, or others for low fees and fast finality, it enables seamless, programmatic micropayments without […] The post x402 Is Transforming AI Agents, Turning HTTP into Pay Protocol  appeared first on Tekedia.

Cassava Technologies, a global technology leader of African heritage, has entered into a strategic partnership with remittance giant Western Union to offer international money transfers directly to users in South Africa. The collaboration targets both South Africans living at home and those in the diaspora, strengthening access to fast and reliable cross-border payment services. Darlington […] The post Cassava Technologies Partners Western Union to Expand Cross-Border Transfers in South Africa appeared first on Tekedia.

Managing payroll and workforce operations has become far more complex than simply issuing paychecks at the end of each pay period. Modern businesses must navigate tax compliance, benefits administration, employee classification rules, and increasingly detailed reporting requirements. As organizations grow and workforce structures evolve, many employers are turning toward integrated payroll and workforce management platforms […] The post Why Businesses Are Investing in Smarter Payroll and Workforce Management Platforms appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI is considering a contract to deploy its artificial intelligence systems on the “unclassified” networks of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, according to a person familiar with the matter, who was quoted by Reuters. The potential agreement comes days after the ChatGPT-maker secured a deal to operate within the Pentagon’s classified network, underscoring a deepening […] The post OpenAI Explores NATO AI Deployment as Defense Deals Signal Strategic Shift Toward Government Contracts appeared first on Tekedia.