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The Hidden UK Vaults Protecting the World’s Rarest Precious Metal
The modern space economy depends on more than rockets, satellites, and cutting-edge software. Hidden behind layers of security in the United Kingdom are highly protected vaults that safeguard one of the world’s most valuable strategic resources: iridium. Often referred to as space gold, this rare precious metal plays a vital role in the aerospace industry, […] The post The Hidden UK Vaults Protecting the World’s Rarest Precious Metal appeared first on Tekedia.
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Crypto Exchanges Are Evolving Into Full-Service Investment Platforms
The cryptocurrency industry is undergoing a significant transformation. What began as a niche market focused on buying and selling digital assets has evolved into a sophisticated financial ecosystem that increasingly resembles the traditional brokerage industry. Major crypto exchanges are no longer content with simply facilitating Bitcoin and Ethereum trades. Instead, they are expanding into stock […] The post Crypto Exchanges Are Evolving Into Full-Service Investment Platforms appeared first on Tekedia.
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UK Wealth Advisors Face Growing Crypto Blind Spot as Client Holdings Remain Hidden
A new survey has revealed a significant disconnect between British wealth advisors and their clients’ cryptocurrency investments, highlighting a challenge that is becoming increasingly important as digital assets gain wider acceptance. According to research conducted by CoinShares, 52% of UK wealth advisors say they cannot see more than half of their clients’ cryptocurrency holdings, making […] The post UK Wealth Advisors Face Growing Crypto Blind Spot as Client Holdings Remain Hidden appeared first on Tekedia.
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Future of Crypto Venture Capital in a More Cautious Investment Climate
The cryptocurrency industry has long relied on venture capital (VC) funding to fuel innovation, support blockchain startups, and accelerate the development of decentralized technologies. From the explosive bull market of 2021 to the rapid expansion of Web3 projects, venture capital firms played a central role in financing ambitious ideas across decentralized finance (DeFi), gaming, infrastructure, […] The post Future of Crypto Venture Capital in a More Cautious Investment Climate appeared first on Tekedia.
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Satya Nadella Urges Every Company to Build Its Own AI, Warns Against Dependence on a Handful of Models
Microsoft Chief Executive Satya Nadella has outlined a vision for enterprise artificial intelligence in which every company develops AI models tailored to its own business, arguing that organizations risk losing their competitive edge if they rely solely on models built by a handful of technology giants. Speaking in an interview with Applied Compute co-founder Yash […] The post Satya Nadella Urges Every Company to Build Its Own AI, Warns Against Dependence on a Handful of Models appeared first on Tekedia.
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Polymarket Breach Exposes Third-Party Security Risks in Crypto
A major security incident has shaken the prediction market industry after approximately $3 million worth of user assets linked to Polymarket were reportedly stolen following a breach involving a third-party service. The incident has reignited concerns over the security risks associated with external service providers and highlighted the importance of safeguarding digital assets beyond the […] The post Polymarket Breach Exposes Third-Party Security Risks in Crypto appeared first on Tekedia.
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Spot Bitcoin ETFs Record Nearly $700 Million in Outflows as Bitcoin Slides to $58K, While USDT Overtakes Ethereum
The cryptocurrency market faced another wave of selling pressure as Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded nearly $700 million in net outflows, coinciding with Bitcoin’s sharp decline to as low as $58,000. The large-scale withdrawals from institutional investment products reflected growing investor caution amid heightened macroeconomic uncertainty, rising interest rates, and weakening sentiment across global […] The post Spot Bitcoin ETFs Record Nearly $700 Million in Outflows as Bitcoin Slides to $58K, While USDT Overtakes Ethereum appeared first on Tekedia.
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US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Inflation Climbs to Three-Year High as Asian Markets Tumble
Global financial markets were shaken after fresh economic data showed that U.S. Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation, the Federal Reserve’s preferred measure of inflation, climbed to its highest level in three years. The unexpected increase has reignited concerns that inflationary pressures remain deeply embedded in the world’s largest economy, reducing hopes for near-term interest rate […] The post US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Inflation Climbs to Three-Year High as Asian Markets Tumble appeared first on Tekedia.
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Oracle Suffers Worst Weekly Stock Rout in 25 Years as Mounting AI Debt Sparks Investor Anxiety
Oracle has endured its worst week on Wall Street in a quarter century, following growing investor unease over the software giant’s aggressive borrowing to finance its artificial intelligence ambitions, which raises fresh questions about whether one of the industry’s largest infrastructure bets will generate sufficient returns. The company’s shares plunged 19% during the week, extending […] The post Oracle Suffers Worst Weekly Stock Rout in 25 Years as Mounting AI Debt Sparks Investor Anxiety appeared first on Tekedia.
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Airwallex Raises $320m at $11bn Valuation to Push Fintech’s AI Pivot
Airwallex, the global payments platform founded in Australia but now operating from hubs in San Francisco and Singapore, has secured $320 million in a Series H funding round that values the company at $11 billion, a sharp 38% increase from just six months ago, as it aggressively bets on artificial intelligence to redefine how businesses […] The post Airwallex Raises $320m at $11bn Valuation to Push Fintech’s AI Pivot appeared first on Tekedia.
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Gold Rally Loses Steam as Bullion Slides 30% From Peak, Prompting Banks to Slash Price Forecasts
Gold’s remarkable bull run has lost significant momentum, with prices falling to around $4,000 an ounce, extending a sharp correction that has forced some of Wall Street’s biggest banks to abandon their once-aggressive bullish forecasts and acknowledge that a rapid return to record highs has become increasingly unlikely. The precious metal was trading at about […] The post Gold Rally Loses Steam as Bullion Slides 30% From Peak, Prompting Banks to Slash Price Forecasts appeared first on Tekedia.
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OpenAI IPO Delay Rumors and Apple Price Hikes Shake the Technology Market
The technology sector faced another turbulent trading session as fresh developments in artificial intelligence and consumer electronics unsettled investors. Reports that the U.S. government requested a slower rollout of OpenAI’s latest GPT-5.6 model, combined with speculation that the company may delay its long-awaited initial public offering until next year, fueled uncertainty across the AI industry. […] The post OpenAI IPO Delay Rumors and Apple Price Hikes Shake the Technology Market appeared first on Tekedia.
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Trump’s Opposition to Housing Bill Sends Ripple Effects Through Crypto Markets
The intersection of politics and financial regulation has once again taken center stage in Washington as President Donald Trump’s intervention in a major housing bill has unexpectedly complicated the progress of the CLARITY Act, a landmark piece of cryptocurrency legislation. What were initially viewed as two separate policy debates—one focused on housing affordability and the […] The post Trump’s Opposition to Housing Bill Sends Ripple Effects Through Crypto Markets appeared first on Tekedia.
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Binance Faces EU Licensing Setback as MiCA Deadline Looms, Raising Compliance Questions for Europe Operations
The world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, is racing to preserve its presence in the European Union after abandoning its attempt to secure a bloc-wide operating license through Greece, forcing the company to pursue authorization in another member state just days before the EU’s landmark crypto regulatory regime takes full effect. The development comes as the […] The post Binance Faces EU Licensing Setback as MiCA Deadline Looms, Raising Compliance Questions for Europe Operations appeared first on Tekedia.
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Japan’s Nikkei Defies Global Gravity: How a Broadening AI Supply Chain Is Powering the World’s Hottest Stock Rally
Japan’s Nikkei index has delivered one of the most impressive performances among major global benchmarks this year, climbing 37% and leaving U.S., European, and Chinese markets in its wake. What makes this rally particularly noteworthy is not just its strength, but its broadening character — evolving from a narrow focus on a few headline AI […] The post Japan’s Nikkei Defies Global Gravity: How a Broadening AI Supply Chain Is Powering the World’s Hottest Stock Rally appeared first on Tekedia.
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Russian Gazprom Counts on China and Domestic Gas Market to Drive 7% Earnings Growth
Russian energy giant Gazprom expects its core earnings to grow by 6% to 7% this year as rising domestic gas consumption and expanding pipeline exports to China partially offset the collapse of its once-dominant European business, underscoring the company’s continuing pivot toward Asia following Russia’s conflict with Ukraine. Speaking at Gazprom’s annual shareholders’ meeting, Deputy […] The post Russian Gazprom Counts on China and Domestic Gas Market to Drive 7% Earnings Growth appeared first on Tekedia.
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Onsemi Strikes $7bn Deal for Synaptics to Build AI Chip Powerhouse for Robotics, Smart Devices, and Physical AI
ON Semiconductor has agreed to acquire Synaptics in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $7 billion, marking the largest acquisition in the company’s history as it intensifies its push into artificial intelligence hardware, robotics, and the rapidly emerging market for physical AI. The semiconductor industry has seen chipmakers racing beyond traditional AI infrastructure, such as […] The post Onsemi Strikes $7bn Deal for Synaptics to Build AI Chip Powerhouse for Robotics, Smart Devices, and Physical AI appeared first on Tekedia.
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OpenAI Unveils Three New AI Models, GPT-5.6 Sol, GPT-5.6 Terra and GPT-5.6 Luna, Under U.S. Oversight
OpenAI on Friday introduced three new frontier artificial intelligence models, but unlike previous launches, their initial deployment will be limited to a small group of trusted partners as the company complies with a new U.S. government oversight process designed to evaluate the national security implications of increasingly powerful AI systems. The rollout marks another milestone […] The post OpenAI Unveils Three New AI Models, GPT-5.6 Sol, GPT-5.6 Terra and GPT-5.6 Luna, Under U.S. Oversight appeared first on Tekedia.
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Crypto-Backed Candidates Gain Ground in U.S. Primaries, Signaling Industry’s Growing Political Influence
Candidates supported by the cryptocurrency industry secured a series of notable victories in recent U.S. primary elections, underscoring the sector’s expanding influence in American politics ahead of the general election. The results reflect the growing role of digital asset advocates in campaign financing and policy debates as lawmakers continue to shape the future of cryptocurrency […] The post Crypto-Backed Candidates Gain Ground in U.S. Primaries, Signaling Industry’s Growing Political Influence appeared first on Tekedia.
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Binance Faces EU Shutdown as MiCA Regulatory Deadline Arrives
The European cryptocurrency market is facing a significant shake-up following reports that Binance will stop serving clients across the European Union next week after failing to secure a license under the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulatory framework. The move marks one of the most consequential developments in the digital asset industry since the EU introduced […] The post Binance Faces EU Shutdown as MiCA Regulatory Deadline Arrives appeared first on Tekedia.
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OpenAI Debuts GPT-5.6 Sol Debuts as Most Advanced AI Model Yet
OpenAI has announced the limited preview of its new GPT-5.6 series, introducing three models designed to serve different user needs. The models include Sol, its flagship model; Terra, a balanced model for everyday tasks, and Luna, a fast, cost-effective model. According to the company, Terra delivers performance comparable to GPT-5.5 at half the cost, while […] The post OpenAI Debuts GPT-5.6 Sol Debuts as Most Advanced AI Model Yet appeared first on Tekedia.
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OpenAI Weighs Delaying IPO to 2027 as Market Volatility Clouds Debut Plans
OpenAI is leaning toward postponing its long-anticipated initial public offering until 2027, as management weighs the risks of entering increasingly volatile public markets against the benefits of remaining private while it continues investing aggressively in artificial intelligence infrastructure. The discussions, according to a report by The New York Times citing three people involved in the […] The post OpenAI Weighs Delaying IPO to 2027 as Market Volatility Clouds Debut Plans appeared first on Tekedia.
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“We’re Still All-In on Bitcoin” – Michael Saylor Reassures Strategy Investors Amid Sharp MSTR Stock Decline
Executive Chairman of Strategy, Michael Saylor, has moved to reassure investors that the company remains unwavering in its long-term cryptocurrency strategy amid the Bitcoin market downturn. In a post on X, Saylor acknowledged that market volatility presents a significant test for companies’ financial structures but stressed that Strategy remains focused on disciplined capital allocation, maintaining […] The post “We’re Still All-In on Bitcoin” – Michael Saylor Reassures Strategy Investors Amid Sharp MSTR Stock Decline appeared first on Tekedia.
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SpaceX’s Record IPO Turned Into a Cautionary Tale for Investors
SpaceX’s journey from celebrating one of the most anticipated initial public offerings (IPOs) in recent history to being labeled a potential top signal within just two weeks highlights the volatile psychology that often drives financial markets. The rapid shift in investor sentiment demonstrates how enthusiasm can quickly give way to caution, particularly when a company […] The post SpaceX’s Record IPO Turned Into a Cautionary Tale for Investors appeared first on Tekedia.
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Italy Set to Join U.S.-Led AI Initiative, Pax Silica, Despite Diplomatic Rift With Trump
Italy is set to join the United States-led Pax Silica initiative on artificial intelligence supply chains following a diplomatic dispute between Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and U.S. President Donald Trump, which temporarily delayed the country’s participation. Italy’s Special Envoy for Innovation, Ambassador Armando Varricchio, said Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani and U.S. Secretary of State Marco […] The post Italy Set to Join U.S.-Led AI Initiative, Pax Silica, Despite Diplomatic Rift With Trump appeared first on Tekedia.
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Saudi Aramco Restarts Ras Tanura,  Major Gulf Crude Exports Terminal, Following U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Deal  
Saudi Aramco has resumed crude loadings at its Ras Tanura terminal in the Gulf on Friday, marking a symbolic and practical return to normal operations after nearly four months of disruption caused by the Iran war, according to shipping data. The restart comes as the world’s largest oil exporter joins a broader regional rush to […] The post Saudi Aramco Restarts Ras Tanura,  Major Gulf Crude Exports Terminal, Following U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Deal   appeared first on Tekedia.
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China’s Tech IPO Surge Accelerates as Beijing Doubles Down on Domestic Innovation Amid U.S. Rivalry
China’s onshore technology listings are on track for their strongest year since 2023, driven by a deliberate push from Beijing to nurture homegrown chipmakers, artificial intelligence companies, and other strategic tech firms as the country seeks greater self-reliance in its intensifying rivalry with the United States. Technology companies have already raised $3.1 billion through stock […] The post China’s Tech IPO Surge Accelerates as Beijing Doubles Down on Domestic Innovation Amid U.S. Rivalry appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Grand Playbook of Business
Process efficiency is important, but a winning business model is even more critical. A company can become exceptionally efficient at doing the wrong thing. Ultimately, success depends on operating in a position where you can create and capture value. Largely, since the internet is unconstrained and largely unbounded, businesses must continually rethink and redesign their […] The post The Grand Playbook of Business appeared first on Tekedia.
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“We had no clear path about how this was going to turn out”: Day 1-1000 of Blaaiz
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Voice Is the New Touch: How TECNO’s EllaClaw Is Redefining the Way We Use Smartphones
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Internet Safety Month 2026 Recap: 10 Digital Safety Lessons Everyone Should Remember
Internet Safety Month 2026 Recap: 10 Digital Safety Lessons Everyone Should Remember As Internet Safety Month comes to a close, one thing is clear: staying safe online has never been… TechCity
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Bango thinks food prices shouldn’t depend on which trader you ask
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Why Institutional Investors Are Paying Attention to Aave
Decentralized finance has re-emerged as one of the most closely watched sectors in the cryptocurrency market, and Aave is once again at the center of investor attention. The leading decentralized lending protocol received a significant vote of confidence after Standard Chartered reportedly projected that its native token, AAVE, could appreciate by as much as 50 […] The post Why Institutional Investors Are Paying Attention to Aave appeared first on Tekedia.
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Amazon Raises AI Cloud Prices Again as Memory Chip Shortages Tighten Grip on Global Infrastructure
Amazon has increased prices for several of its artificial intelligence cloud services, underscoring how persistent shortages of advanced memory chips are beginning to reshape the economics of AI infrastructure and raise costs across the technology industry. The latest increase affects Amazon Web Services’ (AWS) EC2 Capacity Blocks for ML, a service that allows customers to […] The post Amazon Raises AI Cloud Prices Again as Memory Chip Shortages Tighten Grip on Global Infrastructure appeared first on Tekedia.
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OpenAI Reportedly Delaying IPO, Hasn’t Held Pre-IPO Investor Meetings Or Set Timeline Yet
OpenAI is slowing preparations for what could become one of the largest public offerings in technology history, choosing to prioritize product development and business expansion over rushing to the stock market even after confidentially filing for an initial public offering (IPO) with U.S. regulators. People familiar with the company’s plans told CNBC that OpenAI has […] The post OpenAI Reportedly Delaying IPO, Hasn’t Held Pre-IPO Investor Meetings Or Set Timeline Yet appeared first on Tekedia.
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ECB Signals More Rate Hikes Ahead as  Executive, Schnabel, Warns Middle East Ceasefire Won’t End Inflation Risks
European Central Bank (ECB) Executive Board member Isabel Schnabel has signaled that the euro zone is likely to face additional interest rate increases, arguing that policymakers cannot afford to relax their inflation fight simply because oil prices have retreated following a U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement. Her comments back the ECB’s determination to keep monetary policy tight […] The post ECB Signals More Rate Hikes Ahead as  Executive, Schnabel, Warns Middle East Ceasefire Won’t End Inflation Risks appeared first on Tekedia.
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