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NBC seeks Court of Appeal’s leave to challenge ruling voiding broadcast fines
Key points Main Story The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has approached the Court of Appeal in Abuja seeking leave to file a fresh appeal against a Federal High Court judgment that invalidated its powers to impose fines on broadcast stations. The application follows the Court of Appeal’s decision on June 17, 2026, striking out the […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.
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BlockDAG Announces RedotPay Partnership To Power Super App With Global Transfers As Uniswap & Ethereum Stay Range-Bound
Recent network upgrades and scaling benchmarks highlight a growing industry emphasis on sustainable execution speed and utility. Uniswap reflects this trend through expanding multi-chain deployment while maintaining historical price ranges between $3.80 and $12.00, whereas Ethereum consolidates within its typical $1,800 to $3,500 boundaries while optimizing secondary rollup performance. Stepping beyond basic decentralized finance, BlockDAG […] The post BlockDAG Announces RedotPay Partnership To Power Super App With Global Transfers As Uniswap & Ethereum Stay Range-Bound appeared first on Tekedia.
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Exchange & Super App Arriving Soon: Why BlockDAG’s Journey Toward 3000x Returns Is Leaving Ondo & Pi Behind
Ondo recently approved the permanent burn of 100 million tokens, equal to 10% of its total supply. Despite the move, ONDO remains near $0.38, proving that a major token burn alone is not enough to drive price gains. Pi Network, meanwhile, is struggling to stay above its all-time low as node operators rush to meet […] The post Exchange & Super App Arriving Soon: Why BlockDAG’s Journey Toward 3000x Returns Is Leaving Ondo & Pi Behind appeared first on Tekedia.
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Trump Media Sells Another 2,628 Bitcoin as Treasury Strategy Faces Fresh Scrutiny
Trump Media has reportedly sold another 2,628 Bitcoin valued at approximately $165 million, bringing its total Bitcoin disposals to more than 7,200 BTC after accumulating a sizeable treasury near the cryptocurrency market’s peak. The latest transaction has reignited debate over corporate Bitcoin treasury strategies, particularly for companies that entered the market during periods of elevated […] The post Trump Media Sells Another 2,628 Bitcoin as Treasury Strategy Faces Fresh Scrutiny appeared first on Tekedia.
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India’s Factory Growth Slows to Nearly Five-Year Low As Weak Demand Strengthens Case for RBI Rate Pause
India’s manufacturing sector expanded at its slowest pace in nearly five years in July, highlighting a loss of momentum in one of the economy’s key growth engines even as easing cost pressures strengthen expectations that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will leave interest rates unchanged this week. The latest S&P Global HSBC India Manufacturing […] The post India’s Factory Growth Slows to Nearly Five-Year Low As Weak Demand Strengthens Case for RBI Rate Pause appeared first on Tekedia.
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Shein Offers Investor Sweeteners as Fashion Giant Pursues IPO at Lower $40-$50bn Valuation
Fast-fashion retailer Shein is offering additional incentives to some of its late-stage investors as it prepares for a Hong Kong initial public offering (IPO) at a sharply lower valuation, as challenges mount on one of the world’s most valuable consumer technology companies amid a weaker fundraising environment and mounting regulatory scrutiny. Regulatory filings submitted to […] The post Shein Offers Investor Sweeteners as Fashion Giant Pursues IPO at Lower $40-$50bn Valuation appeared first on Tekedia.
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African Start-ups Raise $102 Million in July as Debt Dominates Funding Landscape
African start-ups secured a combined $102 million in funding across 44 deals worth $100,000 or more in July 2026, excluding exits, according to report by Africa: The Big Deal. While the number of funded ventures remained broadly in line with the previous 12-month average, the total value raised painted a different picture, making July one […] The post African Start-ups Raise $102 Million in July as Debt Dominates Funding Landscape appeared first on Tekedia.
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DeepSeek’s V4-Flash Emerges as World’s Lowest-Cost AI Model, Intensifying China’s Price War Against U.S. Rivals
Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek has unveiled what researchers describe as the world’s most cost-efficient mainstream AI model, as China pushes its strategy of competing with U.S. technology leaders on affordability rather than raw computing power. According to research firm Artificial Analysis, DeepSeek’s newly released V4-Flash model is significantly cheaper to operate than competing frontier […] The post DeepSeek’s V4-Flash Emerges as World’s Lowest-Cost AI Model, Intensifying China’s Price War Against U.S. Rivals appeared first on Tekedia.
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Kenya Anchors Academic Records on Avalanche
A nationwide e-certification system built on Avalanche transforms how an entire country verifies academic records, turning millions of certificates into tamper-proof, instantly auditable credentials. Every year, millions of students across Kenya complete their final examinations, concluding years of study with a singular milestone: an official certificate. These records represent more than grades; they are the […] The post Kenya Anchors Academic Records on Avalanche appeared first on Tekedia.
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SpaceX Faces Defining Earnings Test After $500bn Market Value Wipeout As Investors Question AI Spending and Growth Outlook
SpaceX heads into its first earnings report as a publicly traded company under mounting pressure after losing more than $500 billion in market value since its June 12 stock market debut, with investors increasingly questioning whether its ambitious artificial intelligence and space expansion plans can justify its lofty valuation. The Elon Musk-led company has fallen […] The post SpaceX Faces Defining Earnings Test After $500bn Market Value Wipeout As Investors Question AI Spending and Growth Outlook appeared first on Tekedia.
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ZKP Hits $2.23M in Presale While Shiba Inu Price Fades & Bittensor TAO Price Struggles
The cryptocurrency market is undergoing a clear divergence, separating speculative assets from fundamental value drivers. Market activity this week highlights a sharp rotation away from fading momentum toward early-stage, utility-driven infrastructure. Recent pullbacks in both the Shiba Inu price and the Bittensor TAO price demonstrate that hype-driven rallies and unsupported overhead resistance struggle to sustain […] The post ZKP Hits $2.23M in Presale While Shiba Inu Price Fades & Bittensor TAO Price Struggles appeared first on Tekedia.
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MemeCore and TAO Hold Key Levels, BlockDAG Teams Up With RedotPay for Super App! What Crypto Should You Buy Now?
Investors checking market charts often monitor the MemeCore price for quick daily momentum trades and the Bittensor TAO price for steady buying opportunities near long-term support floors. While those two projects show normal trading shifts and chart patterns, finding true value in top crypto coins requires looking past basic market guessing. BlockDAG is drawing massive […] The post MemeCore and TAO Hold Key Levels, BlockDAG Teams Up With RedotPay for Super App! What Crypto Should You Buy Now? appeared first on Tekedia.
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Sinopec Opens World’s Largest High-End PVA Production Base As China Pushes to Reduce Reliance on Advanced Material Imports
Chinese oil and chemicals giant Sinopec has commenced operations at a new high-end polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) resin plant in Chongqing, expanding domestic production of a strategically important industrial material as China intensifies efforts to reduce dependence on imported specialty chemicals. The new facility, with an annual production capacity of 50,000 metric tons, is operated by […] The post Sinopec Opens World’s Largest High-End PVA Production Base As China Pushes to Reduce Reliance on Advanced Material Imports appeared first on Tekedia.
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American Bitcoin’s Q2 Loss Highlights Challenges Facing Bitcoin Miners
The second quarter earnings season continues to highlight the financial pressures facing companies tied to the cryptocurrency industry, and American Bitcoin has become the latest example. The company reported a net loss of $57 million in the second quarter, reflecting the difficult balance between expanding mining operations, managing operational costs, and navigating a volatile digital […] The post American Bitcoin’s Q2 Loss Highlights Challenges Facing Bitcoin Miners appeared first on Tekedia.
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Solana Faces Historic Bearish Streak as Investors Watch for Recovery Signals
Solana has reached a milestone that few investors would have expected during the height of the last crypto bull market. The blockchain, once celebrated for its explosive growth, vibrant decentralized finance ecosystem, and thriving NFT community, has reportedly recorded its tenth consecutive monthly red candle. The prolonged decline reflects one of the longest sustained periods […] The post Solana Faces Historic Bearish Streak as Investors Watch for Recovery Signals appeared first on Tekedia.
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GameStop Shares Slide More Than 10% After Private Notes Exchange Announcement
GameStop shares tumbled more than 10% after the company announced plans to exchange a portion of its privately held notes for equity, a move that immediately sparked concerns among investors about shareholder dilution and the company’s long-term capital strategy. While debt-for-equity exchanges are often used to strengthen corporate balance sheets, equity investors frequently react negatively […] The post GameStop Shares Slide More Than 10% After Private Notes Exchange Announcement appeared first on Tekedia.
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Strategy Sells Over $100M Worth of Bitcoin as Cold Card BTC Hack Losses Surge Beyond $88 Million
The cryptocurrency market entered another turbulent chapter as two major developments captured the attention of investors worldwide. Strategy, the company widely recognized for its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy, reportedly sold more than $100 million worth of Bitcoin, while losses linked to the Cold Card BTC hack ballooned past $88 million. These events underscore the evolving […] The post Strategy Sells Over $100M Worth of Bitcoin as Cold Card BTC Hack Losses Surge Beyond $88 Million appeared first on Tekedia.
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Trump’s Social Media Posts Become Premium Data Through Truth Social API
Truth Social has introduced a paid Application Programming Interface that offers subscribers early access to posts published by U.S. President Donald Trump. The move marks a significant step in the platform’s evolution from a social media network into a data and technology provider, targeting developers, financial firms, media organizations, and businesses that rely on real-time […] The post Trump’s Social Media Posts Become Premium Data Through Truth Social API appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bitcoin ETF Streak Ends as Ethereum ETFs Cement Their Market Leadership
The cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund market is entering a new phase as investor sentiment begins to diverge between Bitcoin and Ethereum. After enjoying three consecutive weeks of positive inflows, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs have finally seen that momentum come to an end. Spot Ethereum ETFs continue to attract fresh capital, extending an impressive inflow streak that […] The post Bitcoin ETF Streak Ends as Ethereum ETFs Cement Their Market Leadership appeared first on Tekedia.
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Top AI PowerPoint Tools: Best PowerPoint Generators for Marketing Reports in 2026
AI can draft a 20-slide deck in seconds. What still matters is whether every customer-acquisition cost and revenue figure survives the export intact. We tested 11 AI PowerPoint generators to answer one question: which tool creates an on-brand, fully editable marketing report you can trust in the boardroom? We timed each workflow, verified every chart […] The post Top AI PowerPoint Tools: Best PowerPoint Generators for Marketing Reports in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.
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4 Million Users Strong: BlockDAG And RedotPay Bring Crypto Spending To Everyone As Monero And XRP Hit Walls
Crypto markets are moving slow this August, and the three coins pulling the most eyes tell very different stories. BlockDAG (BDAG) just shared a deal with RedotPay to build the BlockDAG Super App, one place that pulls mining, staking, trading, storage, gaming, money transfers, and payment cards under one roof. It is the boldest step […] The post 4 Million Users Strong: BlockDAG And RedotPay Bring Crypto Spending To Everyone As Monero And XRP Hit Walls appeared first on Tekedia.
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4 the Most Popular Cryptocurrency Picks Buyers Are Watching Right Now: BlockDAG, Ethereum, Bittensor & BNB
Picking the most popular cryptocurrency to put fresh money into today is not just about grabbing the biggest name on the leaderboard. Market cap only tells you what has already happened, not what is coming next. The better question is which projects mix proven staying power with fresh momentum heading into the back half of […] The post 4 the Most Popular Cryptocurrency Picks Buyers Are Watching Right Now: BlockDAG, Ethereum, Bittensor & BNB appeared first on Tekedia.
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Global Equities Rally as Middle East Conflict Fears Ease
Global financial markets responded positively after U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly called off planned military strikes against Iran, easing fears of a wider conflict in the Middle East. The decision sparked a sharp decline in oil prices while driving a broad rally in global equity markets, highlighting how geopolitical developments continue to shape investor sentiment. […] The post Global Equities Rally as Middle East Conflict Fears Ease appeared first on Tekedia.
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BlockDAG Inks Super App Deal with Redotpay – Budding 1000x Ecosystem Brings in Dogecoin & XRP Holders
Meme-coin traders searching the dogecoin price today are met with a coin still stuck near $0.07, hovering close to yearly lows even as new Paxos-backed fintech rails hint at future PayPal and Venmo access. Meanwhile, anyone tracking the xrp price today finds XRP pinned below $1.10, caught between a pending CLARITY Act vote in the […] The post BlockDAG Inks Super App Deal with Redotpay – Budding 1000x Ecosystem Brings in Dogecoin & XRP Holders appeared first on Tekedia.
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ZKP’s Presale Pulled in $2.23M in Record Time While Solana Price Tests Support & Shiba Inu Price Drops
Crypto investors are constantly searching for coins that can turn tiny investments into huge wealth. The crypto market offers endless opportunities, but the right time to make a decision is everything. While established tokens show steady movements, new early-stage projects often deliver the most dramatic gains. Current chart movements show the Solana price navigating a […] The post ZKP’s Presale Pulled in $2.23M in Record Time While Solana Price Tests Support & Shiba Inu Price Drops appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Future of AI Depends on Human Wisdom and Ethical Leadership
Artificial intelligence is advancing at a remarkable pace, transforming industries, accelerating scientific discovery, and reshaping how people work, communicate, and solve problems. Modern AI systems can analyze enormous datasets, generate human-like language, compose music, write software, and assist in medical research. These achievements often create the impression that intelligence alone is the defining measure of […] The post The Future of AI Depends on Human Wisdom and Ethical Leadership appeared first on Tekedia.
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YouTube Purges 130,000 AI Spam Channels to Improve Content Quality
YouTube has reportedly removed more than 130,000 channels in one of its largest enforcement actions against low-quality, AI-generated content, often described as AI slop. The sweeping crackdown reflects a growing effort by the platform to protect viewers, advertisers, and legitimate creators from an explosion of spam-like videos that have flooded the internet since generative artificial […] The post YouTube Purges 130,000 AI Spam Channels to Improve Content Quality appeared first on Tekedia.
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ZKP Presale Just Hit $2.23M and its Only Getting Started: The Next Crypto to Explode While SHIB Fades & TAO Bleeds
The crypto market keeps splitting winners from losers, and this week the gap is loud. The Shiba Inu price just slipped after a Korean-driven pump ran out of steam, while the Bittensor TAO price is struggling under falling momentum and heavy resistance overhead. Both stories point to the same lesson: hype alone does not hold […] The post ZKP Presale Just Hit $2.23M and its Only Getting Started: The Next Crypto to Explode While SHIB Fades & TAO Bleeds appeared first on Tekedia.
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Leopold Aschenbrenner’s Hedge Fund and Amazon’s AI Reset Reveal a New Reality
The struggles surrounding Leopold Aschenbrenner’s hedge fund and Amazon’s decision to overhaul its artificial intelligence strategy illustrate a harsh truth: intelligence alone is not enough. In both investing and technology, execution, adaptability, and market timing ultimately determine success. Leopold Aschenbrenner gained widespread recognition for his influential writings on the future of artificial intelligence. His essays […] The post Leopold Aschenbrenner’s Hedge Fund and Amazon’s AI Reset Reveal a New Reality appeared first on Tekedia.
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Ceuta Migration Crisis Puts EU Border Policy Under Renewed Pressure
The renewed migration pressure on Europe’s southern frontier has reignited one of the European Union’s most sensitive political debates: how to balance humanitarian responsibilities with border security. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul recently urged the European Commission to make the protection of the EU’s external borders an “absolute priority” after tens of thousands of migrants […] The post Ceuta Migration Crisis Puts EU Border Policy Under Renewed Pressure appeared first on Tekedia.
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Why Gen Z Is Turning to Birdwatching to Escape the Digital World
For decades, birdwatching was widely viewed as a pastime reserved for retirees, nature enthusiasts, and hobbyists with plenty of spare time. It carried the stereotype of being an old man’s hobby, far removed from the interests of younger generations immersed in smartphones, social media, and digital entertainment. However, that perception is changing rapidly. Across the […] The post Why Gen Z Is Turning to Birdwatching to Escape the Digital World appeared first on Tekedia.
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AI Spending Boom Faces Growing Scrutiny with Investors Predicting Weakening Capital Investment
The artificial intelligence investment boom that has powered global equity markets over the past two years is facing increasing scrutiny, with some strategists warning that signs of slowing corporate capital spending could undermine one of the market’s strongest growth narratives. While technology giants continue to commit hundreds of billions of dollars to AI infrastructure, investors […] The post AI Spending Boom Faces Growing Scrutiny with Investors Predicting Weakening Capital Investment appeared first on Tekedia.
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Fehmarn Belt Tunnel Reaches Another Milestone with 220-Metre Concrete Section Placed on Baltic Sea Bed
The construction of the Fehmarn Belt Tunnel has achieved another significant milestone with the successful placement of a 220-metre-long concrete tunnel element onto the floor of the Baltic Sea. The latest installation marks continued progress on one of Europe’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, designed to create a permanent fixed link between Denmark and Germany. Once […] The post Fehmarn Belt Tunnel Reaches Another Milestone with 220-Metre Concrete Section Placed on Baltic Sea Bed appeared first on Tekedia.
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