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Blue Origin Targets Multiple New Glenn Flights Per Week by 2030 as It Invests Billions to Challenge SpaceX
Blue Origin plans to ramp up launches of its New Glenn heavy-lift rocket to multiple flights per week by the end of the decade, setting an ambitious production and operational target as Jeff Bezos’ space company seeks to challenge SpaceX’s dominance in the global launch market. The plan will require a substantial expansion of manufacturing […] The post Blue Origin Targets Multiple New Glenn Flights Per Week by 2030 as It Invests Billions to Challenge SpaceX appeared first on Tekedia.
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China’s Wealthy Rush to Restructure Offshore Trusts as Beijing Tightens Tax Enforcement
China’s wealthiest individuals are selling shares, dismantling offshore trusts and reconsidering their residency arrangements as Beijing intensifies efforts to collect taxes on income held overseas, raising the financial and legal stakes for entrepreneurs who moved substantial portions of their fortunes beyond mainland China. The scramble follows an October 22 deadline set in late July for […] The post China’s Wealthy Rush to Restructure Offshore Trusts as Beijing Tightens Tax Enforcement appeared first on Tekedia.
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Crypto Market Cap Surges 39.6% to $3 Trillion as US Becomes a Net Bitcoin Importer for the First Time Since 2022
The global cryptocurrency market experienced a significant recovery in the third quarter, with its total market capitalization rising 39.6% to $3 trillion. The increase ended a three-quarter decline and signaled renewed confidence across the digital asset industry. The United States became a net Bitcoin importer for the first time since 2022, highlighting a shift in […] The post Crypto Market Cap Surges 39.6% to $3 Trillion as US Becomes a Net Bitcoin Importer for the First Time Since 2022 appeared first on Tekedia.
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AI Models Breach Indian Companies’ Live Systems During Testing, Cybersecurity Agency Says
Artificial intelligence models undergoing security testing breached live computer systems belonging to Indian organizations and accessed confidential records without detection, according to India’s cybersecurity agency, highlighting the growing risks posed by AI systems capable of carrying out sophisticated hacking operations. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) said late Thursday that AI model providers had […] The post AI Models Breach Indian Companies’ Live Systems During Testing, Cybersecurity Agency Says appeared first on Tekedia.
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Larry Fink Warns Government Debt and AI Spending Are Competing for Limited Capital
In a recent Wall Street Journal opinion article, BlackRock Chief Executive Officer Larry Fink warned that government deficits and Big Tech companies’ enormous artificial intelligence investments are competing for the same limited pool of global capital. Fink described the situation as the biggest contest for capital he has witnessed in 50 years in finance, highlighting […] The post Larry Fink Warns Government Debt and AI Spending Are Competing for Limited Capital appeared first on Tekedia.
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Binance bStocks Surpasses $1 Billion in Assets as Solana Tokenized Equities Trading Hits $7.1 Billion in Q3
The tokenization of traditional financial assets is gaining momentum as cryptocurrency platforms increasingly bridge the gap between blockchain technology and conventional stock markets. Binance’s bStocks has reportedly surpassed $1 billion in assets, while conversions have exceeded $6 billion. Meanwhile, Solana’s tokenized equities trading volume reached a record $7.1 billion in the third quarter, highlighting growing […] The post Binance bStocks Surpasses $1 Billion in Assets as Solana Tokenized Equities Trading Hits $7.1 Billion in Q3 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Anthropic’s Expected IPO Valuation Drops to $1.5 Trillion as Ramp Raises $1.85 Billion at a $60 Billion Valuation
The technology and financial sectors continue to attract significant investor attention as artificial intelligence company Anthropic reportedly faces a reduction in its expected initial public offering valuation from $2 trillion to $1.5 trillion. While financial technology startup Ramp has raised $1.85 billion at a $60 billion valuation. The contrasting developments highlight the different investment dynamics […] The post Anthropic’s Expected IPO Valuation Drops to $1.5 Trillion as Ramp Raises $1.85 Billion at a $60 Billion Valuation appeared first on Tekedia.
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Tesla Unveils Rocket-Powered Roadster for 2028 as Investors Weigh Musk’s AI and Robotics Pivot
Tesla has unveiled a redesigned Roadster electric sports car featuring rocket-style thrusters developed in collaboration with Elon Musk’s SpaceX, reviving a long-delayed flagship project as the automaker increasingly shifts its business towards artificial intelligence, autonomous driving and humanoid robots. The two-seat vehicle was demonstrated at a SpaceX test site in McGregor, Texas, on Thursday, where […] The post Tesla Unveils Rocket-Powered Roadster for 2028 as Investors Weigh Musk’s AI and Robotics Pivot appeared first on Tekedia.
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Cracking the Nigerian syllabus: How Ex-UNILAG students engineered an exam cheat-code 
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Why an Ethiopian nurse swapped her scrubs for software
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JAMB’s Canadian ambition: A $20 ticket to a system parents fought to leave
JAMB plans to offer its entrance exam in Ottawa from 2027, using Nigeria’s diplomatic mission rather than building a new facility. But easier access to the test may not persuade diaspora families to choose Nigerian universities, where concerns about teaching quality, safety and reliability remain.
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Fed Warsh Sees US Economy Emerging Stronger as AI Investment Fuels Growth and Inflation
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh has expressed confidence in the resilience of the US economy and its prospects for stronger long-term growth, noting that a surge in artificial intelligence investment is supporting demand even as energy shocks and persistent inflation complicate the outlook for monetary policy. Speaking at the International Monetary Fund and World Bank […] The post Fed Warsh Sees US Economy Emerging Stronger as AI Investment Fuels Growth and Inflation appeared first on Tekedia.
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Global EV Sales Fall 2% in September as Europe’s Record Demand Fails to Offset China and North America Slump
Global electric vehicle sales fell 2% in September, ending six consecutive months of growth as record demand in Europe failed to offset sharp declines in China and North America, according to data from UK-based research firm Benchmark Mineral Intelligence (BMI). The decline highlights widening differences across the world’s major electric vehicle markets, with consumer demand […] The post Global EV Sales Fall 2% in September as Europe’s Record Demand Fails to Offset China and North America Slump appeared first on Tekedia.
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JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Warns AI Is Outpacing Governments’ Ability to Control Its Spread
JPMorgan Chase Chief Executive Jamie Dimon has warned that the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence is outpacing governments’ ability to control its spread, explaining that policymakers and businesses must focus on managing the technology’s risks rather than attempting to stop its development. Speaking at The Economic Club of Chicago on Wednesday, Dimon compared AI with […] The post JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Warns AI Is Outpacing Governments’ Ability to Control Its Spread appeared first on Tekedia.
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Anthropic Pitches US Lawmakers Bill to Block AI Models Posing Imminent Threats
Anthropic has quietly pitched US lawmakers on draft legislation that would give the federal government limited authority to block the release or use of advanced artificial intelligence models deemed to pose imminent risks of catastrophic harm, reopening debate over how Washington should regulate the most powerful AI systems. The proposal would allow the government to […] The post Anthropic Pitches US Lawmakers Bill to Block AI Models Posing Imminent Threats appeared first on Tekedia.
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Apollo Economist Warns AI Spending Boom Could Keep Interest Rates Higher for Longer
The artificial intelligence investment boom is weakening the traditional influence of higher interest rates on corporate spending, potentially prolonging borrowing-cost pressures as technology companies continue pouring billions of dollars into data centers, chips and computing infrastructure, according to Torsten Sløk, chief economist at Apollo Global Management. Sløk argued on Thursday that interest rates are unlikely […] The post Apollo Economist Warns AI Spending Boom Could Keep Interest Rates Higher for Longer appeared first on Tekedia.
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How to Free Up Phone Storage 2026 Without Deleting Photos
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Cybersecurity Month: How to Talk to Parents About Scams
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How to Set Up Kids’ Devices Safely in 2026
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How to Remove Yourself From Data Brokers in 2026
How to Remove Yourself From Data Brokers in 2026 Your name, phone number, home address and even details about your family could be available on websites you have never visited. Data brokers collect personal information from public records, online activity and commercial sources, then package it for businesses and other buyers. Some of these websites make it possible to find someone’s previous addresses, relatives, […] TechCity
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How to Spot AI Scams 2026: Warning Signs to Know
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European Stocks Rebound as AI Debt Concerns Rattle Markets, Dollar Heads for Weekly Loss
European stocks rose on Friday as global markets attempted to recover from a technology-led selloff that exposed growing investor concerns about the cost of financing the artificial intelligence boom, the sustainability of corporate profits and the prospect of higher US interest rates. The rebound followed a turbulent week in which stronger-than-expected US inflation data intensified […] The post European Stocks Rebound as AI Debt Concerns Rattle Markets, Dollar Heads for Weekly Loss appeared first on Tekedia.
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Social Security Recipients to Receive a 3.6% Cost-of-Living Increase in 2027
Social Security recipients are expected to receive a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2027, offering millions of retirees, disabled workers, and other beneficiaries a potential increase in their monthly payments. The adjustment is intended to help recipients maintain their purchasing power as the prices of essential goods and services continue to change. While the increase […] The post Social Security Recipients to Receive a 3.6% Cost-of-Living Increase in 2027 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Yield Field Deed NFTs Sell Out Instantly as Solana’s Alpenglow Upgrade Targets October 21 Launch
The blockchain industry continues to evolve as projects explore new ways to combine digital ownership, decentralized finance, and improved transaction performance. Two developments attracting attention are the instant sellout of Yield Field deed non-fungible tokens through a Dutch auction starting at 1 ETH and Solana’s planned Alpenglow upgrade, which targets an October 21 mainnet launch […] The post Yield Field Deed NFTs Sell Out Instantly as Solana’s Alpenglow Upgrade Targets October 21 Launch appeared first on Tekedia.
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US September PPI Hits 6.3% as Asian Markets Sell Off Amid AI Stock Rout
The US economy is facing renewed inflation concerns after September’s Producer Price Index (PPI) rose 6.3% year-over-year, exceeding market expectations and intensifying concerns about the direction of monetary policy. The hotter-than-anticipated inflation reading, following elevated consumer inflation data, has unsettled global investors, triggering a sell-off across Asian markets as technology stocks and artificial intelligence-related investments […] The post US September PPI Hits 6.3% as Asian Markets Sell Off Amid AI Stock Rout appeared first on Tekedia.
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Tesla’s Flying Roadster and Starlink: Elon Musk’s Vision for the Future of Transportation and Space Technology
Tesla’s ambitious vision for the future of transportation is once again attracting attention as reports emerge about a flying Roadster powered by SpaceX thrusters. The concept reflects Elon Musk’s long-standing ambition to push technological boundaries by combining electric vehicles, aerospace engineering, and advanced propulsion systems. The continued exploration of Starlink highlights Musk’s broader strategy of […] The post Tesla’s Flying Roadster and Starlink: Elon Musk’s Vision for the Future of Transportation and Space Technology appeared first on Tekedia.
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Replit CEO Says AI Agents Will Create ‘Self-Driving Companies’
Replit CEO and co-founder Amjad Masad believes artificial intelligence is changing the nature of work by shifting employees away from routine execution and towards decision-making, software architecture, and creative problem-solving, as AI agents increasingly take over operational tasks inside businesses. Speaking at TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco on Thursday, Masad described a future in which […] The post Replit CEO Says AI Agents Will Create ‘Self-Driving Companies’ appeared first on Tekedia.
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OpenAI Valuation Falls Below $1.5tn as CoreWeave Sell-Off Widens Gap With Anthropic
OpenAI and Anthropic are moving in opposite directions in cryptocurrency-linked private-market contracts as mounting concerns over AI infrastructure financing weigh on CoreWeave, highlighting how investor sentiment is increasingly differentiating between the two leading artificial intelligence developers. OpenAI’s implied valuation fell more than 4% over 24 hours, briefly slipping below $1.5 trillion, according to perpetual futures […] The post OpenAI Valuation Falls Below $1.5tn as CoreWeave Sell-Off Widens Gap With Anthropic appeared first on Tekedia.
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US Appeals Court Rules FCC Exceeded Authority in Creating $9bn Telecom Subsidy Programme
A US federal appeals court has ruled that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) exceeded its legal authority when it established the administrative company responsible for collecting contributions to a multibillion-dollar telecommunications subsidy programme, raising fresh questions about the legal framework supporting affordable internet and phone services for millions of Americans. The US Court of Appeals […] The post US Appeals Court Rules FCC Exceeded Authority in Creating $9bn Telecom Subsidy Programme appeared first on Tekedia.
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Onafriq to Wind Down Baxi Agent Banking Business in Nigeria Amid Rising Costs
Onafriq, the pan-African digital payment platform, has announced plans to wind down its Baxi agent banking business in Nigeria after rising operating costs, currency depreciation, and intensifying competition weakened the sustainability of its offline payment operations. The decision marks a strategic retreat from Nigeria’s agent banking market for a business that Onafriq acquired in 2021 […] The post Onafriq to Wind Down Baxi Agent Banking Business in Nigeria Amid Rising Costs appeared first on Tekedia.
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Visa Launches Commercial USDC Prefunding for Global Payouts Through Visa Direct
Payments giant Visa has moved its stablecoin capabilities on the Visa Direct platform from pilot programs into commercial production, enabling eligible businesses to prefund cross-border payouts with USDC in near real time. The announcement names payments infrastructure provider Inyo Global as the first enabler of the service. Speaking on the launch, Global Head of Visa […] The post Visa Launches Commercial USDC Prefunding for Global Payouts Through Visa Direct appeared first on Tekedia.
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Six years after Stripe, Paystack is learning to keep money
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Six African Startups Secure $400,000 in FINCA Ventures Funding to Scale Innovative Solutions
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EBRD Backs Nigerian Energy Startup Beacon Power Services in $20.9 Million Grid Modernisation Project
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Africa Blockchain Festival Opens in Nairobi, Connecting 50 Startups With Investors
The Africa Blockchain Festival has kicked off in Nairobi, Kenya, bringing together 50 African startup founders, venture capital investors, regulators and technology industry leaders to explore investment opportunities and the future of digital finance across the continent. The three-day event, which began on October 15, 2026, at the Sarit Expo Centre, is expected to run […] The post Africa Blockchain Festival Opens in Nairobi, Connecting 50 Startups With Investors appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Inside Roqqu’s plan to tokenise Nigeria’s stock market
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