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Fusepay expands beyond payments with AI operating system for trade businesses
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Slowly Learn the Rules of Pusoy Online
Pusoy online has made one of the Philippines’ most popular card games easier to enjoy than ever before. Instead of waiting for family gatherings, reunions, or weekends with friends, players can now join a match whenever they have free time. What makes Pusoy stand out is that winning isn’t determined by luck alone. Every player […] The post Slowly Learn the Rules of Pusoy Online appeared first on Tekedia.
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Airtel Nigeria expands retail network as demand for digital services rises
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Game Providers at the Core: How Innovative Studios Drive the Modern Online Gaming Industry
The online gaming ecosystem usually attracts attention through flashy platforms and blockbuster releases, yet the true engine of progress resides in the creative and technical teams that supply fresh content. Market growth, shifting player demographics, and relentless advances in hardware all place new pressures on studios to deliver experiences that feel both familiar and surprising. […] The post Game Providers at the Core: How Innovative Studios Drive the Modern Online Gaming Industry appeared first on Tekedia.
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Redtech Named Among CNBC’s World’s Top 500 Fintech Companies 2026
Redtech, the Heirs Holdings-backed technology company, has been named in the payments category of the World’s Top Fintech Companies 2026 ranking by CNBC and Statista. The company is among the only 11 African companies recognised in this year’s edition. Developed by CNBC and Statista, the annual ranking identifies 500 leading fintech companies from a pool […]
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Manufactured Fear in Osun 2026 Governorship Election
As the Osun State governorship election approaches, campaign communication is becoming increasingly emotional. While elections should ideally revolve around competing policy proposals and governance records, a growing pattern has emerged across social media. Political actors and their supporters are attempting to influence voters not only through promises and achievements but also through fear. This strategy, […] The post Manufactured Fear in Osun 2026 Governorship Election appeared first on Tekedia.
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South African Fintech Recognised Among World’s Best by CNBC
Omnisient, the South African-founded fintech helping banks apply AI to anonymised and protected consumer data for credit scoring and precision marketing, has been named one of CNBC’s World’s Top Fintech Companies 2026. The recognition places Omnisient among a small group of African fintech companies featured in CNBC’s global list. Of the companies selected from across […]
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Absa Expands Smart ID Services with Mobile Home Affairs Unit and Digital Integration
South Africa has launched its first bank-based mobile unit for Smart ID renewals, as Absa and the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) deepen their partnership to improve access to identity services. Unveiled at Absa’s Tembisa branch, the mobile unit will initially operate across Gauteng, taking selected Home Affairs services to remote, peri-urban and underserved communities. […]
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Norebase report finds Nigeria, Rwanda among Africa’s fastest incorporation markets
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CREDICORP launches C.L.I.C.K.D. Scheme with FG’s 3MTT Programme, expanding affordable consumer credit for locally-assembled laptops and devices for digital workers
As part of its mission to democratize access to consumer credit, expand economic opportunity and empower millions of Nigerians to improve their quality of life through responsible borrowing, the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP), in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, today launched the C.L.I.C.K.D. Programme (Credit for Laptops, Internet, Connectivity and […]
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Navigating the Information Storm in Osun 2026 Election
The upcoming Osun State governorship election, scheduled for August 15, 2026, has emerged as a critical barometer for the health of Nigeria’s democracy ahead of the 2027 general elections. Since the lifting of the ban on political campaigns, the state has become a primary theatre for Information Manipulation and Interference (IMI), where digital platforms are […] The post Navigating the Information Storm in Osun 2026 Election appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bitcoin and Ethereum Rally Signals New Crypto Market Cycle
Bitcoin’s resurgence above the $66,000 mark for the first time since June 15 signals a renewed wave of optimism across the digital asset market. The move comes after weeks of volatility and cautious sentiment that had dominated cryptocurrency trading. Investors are once again showing confidence in risk assets, driven by improving macroeconomic conditions, increasing institutional […] The post Bitcoin and Ethereum Rally Signals New Crypto Market Cycle appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Economic and Security Impact of a Temporary US-Iran Ceasefire
The prospect of a 10-day ceasefire between the United States and Iran has emerged as a significant diplomatic development, offering a rare opportunity to de-escalate one of the world’s most volatile geopolitical confrontations. Mediators from regional and international powers are reportedly working behind the scenes to establish a temporary halt in hostilities, aiming to create […] The post The Economic and Security Impact of a Temporary US-Iran Ceasefire appeared first on Tekedia.
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Trump Administration Reportedly Moves to Sanction Chinese AI Models As Rivalry Shifts From Chips To Software
The Trump administration is signaling a major escalation in the U.S.-China artificial intelligence rivalry, shifting its focus from restricting advanced chips to potentially targeting Chinese AI models themselves if they are found to have been built using stolen American intellectual property. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday that Washington would examine Chinese open-source […] The post Trump Administration Reportedly Moves to Sanction Chinese AI Models As Rivalry Shifts From Chips To Software appeared first on Tekedia.
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Anthropic Wins Court Approval For Landmark $1.5bn Copyright Settlement
A U.S. federal judge has granted final approval to Anthropic’s landmark $1.5 billion settlement with a class of authors who accused the artificial intelligence company of unlawfully using their books to train its Claude chatbot, bringing to a close one of the most closely watched copyright disputes in the AI industry and setting an important […] The post Anthropic Wins Court Approval For Landmark $1.5bn Copyright Settlement appeared first on Tekedia.
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China Weighs Tighter Export Controls On AI And Semiconductor Technologies As Tech Rivalry With U.S. Intensifies
Chinese authorities are considering expanding export controls to cover advanced artificial intelligence and semiconductor technologies, a move that would significantly strengthen Beijing’s oversight of strategic technologies as competition with the United States increasingly extends beyond hardware to AI models, algorithms and chip design. According to a Financial Times report on Tuesday, regulators are consulting leading […] The post China Weighs Tighter Export Controls On AI And Semiconductor Technologies As Tech Rivalry With U.S. Intensifies appeared first on Tekedia.
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SBI Funds Shares Post Modest 7% Debut Despite $30.7bn IPO Demand, Raising Questions Over India’s Blockbuster Listing Pipeline
Shares of SBI Funds Management, India’s largest asset manager, made a subdued stock market debut on Tuesday, listing at a 7% premium to their initial public offering (IPO) price despite attracting nearly $31 billion in investor bids, signaling that demand for large public offerings remains selective amid a challenging market environment. The company, a joint […] The post SBI Funds Shares Post Modest 7% Debut Despite $30.7bn IPO Demand, Raising Questions Over India’s Blockbuster Listing Pipeline appeared first on Tekedia.
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ADNOC Commits $6.2bn To Umm Shaif Gas Expansion As UAE Accelerates LNG Ambitions
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) will invest $6.2 billion to develop the Umm Shaif Gas Cap, one of the United Arab Emirates’ largest offshore oil and gas projects, as the Gulf producer accelerates efforts to expand natural gas output, strengthen energy security and establish itself as a leading global supplier of liquefied natural gas […] The post ADNOC Commits $6.2bn To Umm Shaif Gas Expansion As UAE Accelerates LNG Ambitions appeared first on Tekedia.
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Japan Pledges $2.28tn Investment Drive Through 2040 to Revive Long-term Growth
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Tuesday unveiled her administration’s first comprehensive economic policy blueprint, pledging to mobilize more than 370 trillion yen ($2.28 trillion) in public and private investment through fiscal 2040 to revive long-term growth. The plan, however, has been overshadowed by investor concerns that the government could pressure the Bank of Japan […] The post Japan Pledges $2.28tn Investment Drive Through 2040 to Revive Long-term Growth appeared first on Tekedia.
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Gold Rises Above $4,060, Oil Prices Drop, Treasury Yields Hold Steady As Stocks Weigh Ceasefire Hopes And AI Earnings
Gold prices rebounded sharply on Tuesday as investors weighed renewed diplomatic efforts to end hostilities in the Middle East, with expectations that any progress toward a ceasefire could ease oil prices, temper inflation risks and reduce pressure on central banks to keep interest rates elevated for longer. The rally in bullion came as global financial […] The post Gold Rises Above $4,060, Oil Prices Drop, Treasury Yields Hold Steady As Stocks Weigh Ceasefire Hopes And AI Earnings appeared first on Tekedia.
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U.S., Mexico Resume USMCA Talks As Trump Presses For More American Manufacturing And Canada Faces New Tariffs
U.S. and Mexican trade officials begin a third round of high-stakes negotiations on Tuesday aimed at rewriting key elements of the North American trade agreement, as President Donald Trump’s administration intensifies efforts to reshape regional supply chains and expand U.S. manufacturing while escalating trade pressure on Canada. The three-day talks in Mexico City are the […] The post U.S., Mexico Resume USMCA Talks As Trump Presses For More American Manufacturing And Canada Faces New Tariffs appeared first on Tekedia.
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India Faces Oil, Monsoon Risks to FY27 Growth Outlook, IMF Says, Plans Review of GDP Data Quality
India’s economic growth faces mounting downside risks from rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the possibility of a weaker-than-normal monsoon, factors that could push up inflation and weigh on domestic demand in one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies, according to an International Monetary Fund (IMF) official. The warnings come after the IMF […] The post India Faces Oil, Monsoon Risks to FY27 Growth Outlook, IMF Says, Plans Review of GDP Data Quality appeared first on Tekedia.
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AI Is Replacing Saas Faster Than Expected, Curative CEO Says After Canceling $600,000 Salesforce Contract
Artificial intelligence is beginning to replace traditional enterprise software at some companies, adding fresh momentum to the debate over whether generative AI could fundamentally reshape the software-as-a-service (SaaS) industry. Fred Turner, founder and chief executive of U.S. health insurer Curative, said his company has dramatically reduced its reliance on third-party software after building internal AI-powered […] The post AI Is Replacing Saas Faster Than Expected, Curative CEO Says After Canceling $600,000 Salesforce Contract appeared first on Tekedia.
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Starlink Direct-to-Cell Service and Its Impact on Telecom Companies
Elon Musk’s latest ambition could redefine the future of global communications. Reports that SpaceX has committed nearly $17 billion toward advancing direct-to-cell satellite technology have sparked intense discussions across the telecommunications industry. The vision is simple yet revolutionary: enabling ordinary smartphones to connect directly to satellites in orbit, eliminating dependence on traditional ground-based cellular infrastructure. […] The post Starlink Direct-to-Cell Service and Its Impact on Telecom Companies appeared first on Tekedia.
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Samsung Shares Surge As Tech Giant Launches Robotics Division, Deepens Push Into Humanoid AI
Samsung Electronics shares jumped on Tuesday after the South Korean technology giant unveiled a dedicated robotics division, bolstering its ambition to become a major player in the rapidly emerging physical artificial intelligence market as global technology companies race to commercialize humanoid robots. The stock rose 6.76%, outperforming South Korea’s benchmark Kospi index, which gained about […] The post Samsung Shares Surge As Tech Giant Launches Robotics Division, Deepens Push Into Humanoid AI appeared first on Tekedia.
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Entrepreneurship Is Not a Vacation Job
Every year, thousands of people announce that they are starting a company. Social media celebrates entrepreneurs as heroes, venture capital rounds become headlines, unicorns become legends, and successful founders are presented as symbols of freedom, wealth, and influence. The narrative is attractive: identify an idea, build a product, raise money, scale rapidly, ring the bell […] The post Entrepreneurship Is Not a Vacation Job appeared first on Tekedia.
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Treat Bitcoin as a Long-Term Investment Project And Not a Speculative Asset – Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao Urges
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, widely known as “CZ”, recently shared a compelling perspective on Bitcoin that resonates deeply with long-term crypto believers. In a straightforward message, CZ addressed a common question from Bitcoin investors: when to exit their investments. In a short clip posted on X, he argues that Bitcoin should not be approached with […] The post Treat Bitcoin as a Long-Term Investment Project And Not a Speculative Asset – Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao Urges appeared first on Tekedia.
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Aliexpress Vows To Appeal €550m EU Fine As Brussels Escalates Digital Crackdown On Global Tech Platforms
Alibaba Group’s cross-border e-commerce platform AliExpress has vowed to challenge a €550 million ($629 million) fine imposed by the European Union, setting the stage for another high-profile legal battle between Brussels and a major global technology company as regulators intensify enforcement of the bloc’s sweeping digital rulebook. The penalty, announced Monday by the European Commission, […] The post Aliexpress Vows To Appeal €550m EU Fine As Brussels Escalates Digital Crackdown On Global Tech Platforms appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bitcoin Reclaims $66k – Signs of A Stronger Bull Run?
Bitcoin has reclaimed the $66,000 level, marking a significant milestone in its latest recovery and reigniting optimism across the cryptocurrency market. The crypto asset in the early hours of Tuesday, traded as high as $66,338, rising to a one-month high as risk appetite improves on hopes for a De-escalation in the U.S-Iran conflict. BTC’s upside […] The post Bitcoin Reclaims $66k – Signs of A Stronger Bull Run? appeared first on Tekedia.
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Japan Plans to Cut Crypto Taxes from 55% to 20% in Major Regulatory Overhaul
Japan has officially taken a major step toward embracing digital assets by introducing legislation widely being compared to the United States’ CLARITY Act. The proposed framework seeks to formally recognize cryptocurrencies as financial assets, permit banks to hold and manage digital assets, and significantly reduce the tax burden on crypto investors by lowering capital gains […] The post Japan Plans to Cut Crypto Taxes from 55% to 20% in Major Regulatory Overhaul appeared first on Tekedia.
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Solana Overtakes Coinbase, Bybit, and Kraken in DEX Volume, Ranking Second Only to Binance
Solana has achieved another significant milestone in the evolution of digital asset markets. Solana has surpassed major centralized exchanges such as Bybit, Coinbase, and Kraken in weekly decentralized exchange spot trading volume, ranking second only to Binance. This development highlights the growing influence of decentralized finance and signals a broader shift in how traders interact […] The post Solana Overtakes Coinbase, Bybit, and Kraken in DEX Volume, Ranking Second Only to Binance appeared first on Tekedia.
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Understanding the Growing Copyright Risks for AI Companies
The approval of Anthropic’s massive $1.5 billion copyright settlement by a federal judge marks a defining moment in the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and intellectual property law. The settlement, now regarded as the largest known copyright payout in United States history, underscores the growing legal and financial risks facing AI companies as they race […] The post Understanding the Growing Copyright Risks for AI Companies appeared first on Tekedia.
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Role of Space-Based Internet in the Future of Self-Driving Vehicles
The integration of Starlink V5 technology directly into Tesla’s upcoming Cybercab could mark one of the most significant advancements in autonomous transportation and connected mobility. By embedding SpaceX’s next-generation satellite internet system into the vehicle itself, Tesla would be creating a transportation platform that is not merely electric and autonomous, but also permanently connected to […] The post Role of Space-Based Internet in the Future of Self-Driving Vehicles appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nikkei Surges 2.8% as Japanese Equities Recover From ¥120 Trillion Crash
Japan’s stock market staged a dramatic comeback as approximately ¥36 trillion ($240 billion) was added to market value in a single trading session, with the Nikkei 225 surging 2.8%. The rebound came just days after one of the most severe sell-offs in recent years, during which Japanese equities lost nearly ¥120 trillion in market capitalization […] The post Nikkei Surges 2.8% as Japanese Equities Recover From ¥120 Trillion Crash appeared first on Tekedia.
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Future of Autonomous Software Engineering with Grok 4.5
Grok 4.5 has achieved another significant milestone in the increasingly competitive artificial intelligence race, securing the top position on the Long-Horizon Terminal-Bench by binary pass rate. The model outperformed several leading frontier AI systems, including Claude Fable 5, Claude Opus 4.8, and GPT-5.6-sol, further strengthening xAI’s position in the advanced reasoning and coding landscape. The […] The post Future of Autonomous Software Engineering with Grok 4.5 appeared first on Tekedia.
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