Before the Black Friday rush, here’s how to donate your old phone safely to someone at church Before Black Friday, pass your old phone on to someone in your church. How to back up, wipe and donate an old phone safely, step by step. TechCity

Meet the ContiSX Phone, Africa’s first and only blockchain-based smartphone and operating system capable of making calls, sending messages, and transmitting video independently of centralized cellular carriers. In areas with zero cellular coverage, whether remote mining sites, offshore oil platforms, rural field operations, or hometown villages, your ContiSX Phone automatically operates as a transceiver. Nearby […] The post ContiSX Phone: Africa’s Only Decentralized Phone; No Network, No Problem* appeared first on Tekedia.

Binance plans to restore withdrawals across all remaining cryptocurrency networks and assets by the end of next week, as the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange continues to normalize operations following a security breach that resulted in the theft of $6.3 billion last month. The exchange said on Saturday that it had reopened withdrawals for 87 networks […] The post Binance Targets Full Withdrawal Resumption Next Week After $6.3bn Security Breach appeared first on Tekedia.

A communications failure across the US air traffic control network triggered the country’s longest nationwide aviation shutdown since the September 11 attacks, disrupting thousands of flights and exposing the risks posed by infrastructure that federal authorities have struggled for years to replace. The Federal Aviation Administration ordered a nationwide ground stop on Friday afternoon after […] The post US Flight Chaos Exposes Air Traffic Control Weakness as More Than 12,000 Flights Are Disrupted appeared first on Tekedia.

Nigeria’s blockchain ecosystem is gaining another layer of homegrown financial infrastructure as SMC DAO expands its product portfolio with the launch of Swap with Bread and the introduction of plans for PeniTracker, a financial data platform expected to broaden access to global market information. The developments reflect SMC DAO’s growing ambition to build more than […] The post SMC DAO Expands Nigeria’s Blockchain Ecosystem With Swap with Bread Launch and Upcoming PeniTracker appeared first on Tekedia.

US stocks ended lower on Friday as renewed selling in technology shares, led by Nvidia, weighed on the Nasdaq and S&P 500. Investors also assessed inflation data that bolstered expectations of further Federal Reserve rate increases, adding pressure to an equity market already navigating uncertainty over the future of the artificial intelligence boom. Nvidia fell […] The post Nvidia Sell-Off Drags Nasdaq Lower, S&P 500 fell 0.40%, as Nvidia Faces Leadership Uncertainty appeared first on Tekedia.

Tekedia Capital is excited to join a distinguished group of global investors in backing Verdict Machine: “Verdict Machine, an AI cybersecurity company founded by Check Point (NASDAQ: CHKP) veterans, has closed its pre-seed round to secure digital assets. Verdict Machine is building a cyber software factory for on-chain finance… The round brings together Y Combinator, […] The post Tekedia Capital Invests in Verdict Machine, A Cyber Software Factory for On-chain Finance appeared first on Tekedia.

Nvidia’s leadership crisis has transformed one of technology’s biggest success stories into a test of corporate resilience, investor confidence and personal accountability. Michael Burry, the investor made famous by “The Big Short,” has urged shareholders to get out of Nvidia stock following Jensen Huang’s resignation as chief executive. He argues the company could struggle without […] The post Nvidia Crisis: Michael Burry Urges Investors to Sell as Lisa Su and AMD Emerge as Potential Winners appeared first on Tekedia.

Swiss shipping group MSC is negotiating to take control of German shipbuilder Meyer Werft, potentially ending a state-backed ownership arrangement established to prevent the company from collapsing under financial pressure in 2024. The proposed transaction would give MSC access to an approximately 80% stake held by the German federal government and Lower Saxony, while allowing […] The post MSC Nears Takeover of Meyer Werft as Germany Prepares to Exit €400m Shipyard Rescue appeared first on Tekedia.

Boeing is preparing to cut approximately 2,500 jobs across its commercial airplane business, marking another significant workforce reduction as the American aircraft manufacturer continues to restructure its operations and address financial and operational challenges. The planned layoffs reflect the pressure facing the company as it attempts to improve efficiency, control expenses and restore stability following […] The post Boeing Plans 2,500 Job Cuts in Its Airliner Business as Workforce Restructuring Continues appeared first on Tekedia.

IBM is changing its immigration sponsorship policy, ending sponsorship for the majority of positions in its largest business unit as the technology giant reassesses its workforce strategy amid shifting economic conditions, artificial intelligence adoption, and growing pressure to control operating costs. The decision could significantly affect international workers seeking employment opportunities at one of the […] The post IBM Ends Immigration Sponsorship for Majority of Roles in Its Biggest Business Unit appeared first on Tekedia.

Ethereum is facing renewed selling pressure as a wallet linked to the Ethereum Foundation sells another significant portion of its holdings, adding to concerns about the cryptocurrency’s near-term direction. According to blockchain analytics platform Lookonchain, the wallet recently sold 2,000 ETH worth approximately $3.87 million, marking its fourth major sale since October. The latest transaction […] The post Ethereum Faces Selling Pressure as Foundation-Linked Wallet Dumps 2,000 ETH While Whales Remain Divided appeared first on Tekedia.

A global Microsoft outage has exposed the vulnerability of modern financial systems, forcing parts of Japan’s financial sector to abandon digital communication and return to an unlikely technology: the traditional fax machine. The disruption, which affected several Microsoft services, demonstrated how quickly businesses can become disconnected when critical technology infrastructure experiences unexpected failures. The outage […] The post Microsoft Global Outage Forces Japanese Financial Sector Back to Fax Machines appeared first on Tekedia.

Tesla has begun inviting select customers to purchase its Cybercab for personal use, signaling a move beyond its robotaxi operations towards selling fully autonomous vehicles directly to consumers. The electric vehicle maker announced the offer on Friday through a post on X, displaying the two-seat Cybercab, which features golden butterfly doors, at a purchase price […] The post Tesla Opens $29,990 Cybercab to Select Private Buyers in Push for Autonomous Vehicle Sales appeared first on Tekedia.

Anthropic is expanding its artificial intelligence ambitions into the manufacturing sector, pitching a new Claude-powered tool as a potential solution to persistent labor shortages and operational challenges facing industrial companies. The move highlights the growing competition among AI developers to bring advanced automation beyond traditional office environments and into factories, warehouses, and other industrial workplaces. […] The post Anthropic Introduces New Claude Tool to Help Manufacturers Address Labor Shortages appeared first on Tekedia.

The competition in the streaming television industry is becoming increasingly intense as Skydance’s Pluto TV loses ground while rival free, ad-supported streaming services continue to attract larger audiences. Once considered one of the leading platforms in the rapidly expanding free ad-supported television (FAST) market, Pluto TV is facing growing pressure from competitors that are successfully […] The post Skydance’s Pluto TV Shrinks as Free Streaming Rivals Gain Market Share appeared first on Tekedia.

Billionaire investor Leo KoGuan has expressed his displeasure with further investing in Nvidia, following Jensen Huang’s abrupt resignation as CEO. The Indonesian-born Chinese American businessman declared that he will make no additional investments in the chipmaker unless its longtime leader remains at the helm. Speaking on Huang’s departure, he said, “In the next 3 years, […] The post Billionaire Investor Leo KoGuan Refuses Further Nvidia Investment Without Jensen Huang appeared first on Tekedia.

The Crypto Fear & Greed Index dropped to 20, entering “Extreme Fear” territory and marking its lowest level in more than four months, as Bitcoin slid below $70,000 and briefly traded under $68,000. According to data, the widely followed sentiment gauge fell from 28 the previous day. Readings at or below 24 signal extreme fear, […] The post Crypto Fear & Greed Index Plunges to 20 as Bitcoin Falls Below $70,000 appeared first on Tekedia.

The United States government has started the new fiscal year with a significant deterioration in its public finances, as the Treasury Department reports a record budget deficit of $404 billion for October, representing a 42% increase compared with the same month a year earlier. The latest figures highlight the growing pressure on federal finances as […] The post US Treasury Reports Record $404 Billion Budget Deficit for October, Up 42% appeared first on Tekedia.

The cryptocurrency industry is facing two significant challenges involving regulatory uncertainty and cybersecurity concerns, as industry participants challenge Illinois’ proposed crypto transaction tax in court While hardware wallet manufacturer Trezor dramatically reduces its reseller network after discovering seed-stealing implants in its Safe 5 wallets. Although the developments involve different aspects of the digital asset ecosystem, […] The post Crypto Industry Challenges Illinois Transaction Tax as Trezor Cuts Reseller Network by 80% Following Wallet Security Scandal appeared first on Tekedia.

Oil prices climbed more than 1% after US President Donald Trump declared that the United States does not need to reach an agreement with Iran, renewing concerns about geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and their potential consequences for global energy supplies. The remarks added fresh uncertainty to an already sensitive oil market, where investors […] The post Oil Prices Rise More Than 1% as Trump Says US Does Not Need a Deal With Iran appeared first on Tekedia.

LangChain, a startup developing software for building and managing artificial intelligence agents, has raised $300 million in a Series C funding round at a $3 billion valuation, more than doubling its worth in about a year as businesses increase their adoption of autonomous AI systems. The funding round was led by CapitalG, with participation from […] The post LangChain Raises $300m at $3bn Valuation as Demand for AI Agent Management Grows appeared first on Tekedia.

Anthropic Chief Executive Dario Amodei has identified uncertainty over future computing demand as the company’s biggest business dilemma, highlighting the financial risks facing the artificial intelligence developer as it prepares for a highly anticipated initial public offering. Speaking during a Friday livestream conversation with JPMorgan Chase Chief Executive Jamie Dimon, Amodei said Anthropic must make […] The post Anthropic’s $900bn Infrastructure Commitments Expose Its Biggest Business Risk Ahead of IPO appeared first on Tekedia.

The growing relationship between traditional financial institutions and blockchain technology is becoming increasingly evident as Visa moves to support Western Union’s USDPT stablecoin on its global VisaNet payment network through Anchorage Digital. At the same time, artificial intelligence infrastructure company Cerebras Systems is demonstrating strong financial momentum, reporting third-quarter core revenue of $230.9 million, representing […] The post Visa Expands Stablecoin Payment Infrastructure As Cerebras Q3 2026 Revenue Jumps 70% to $230.9 Million appeared first on Tekedia.

Global stocks reversed early gains on Friday as investors assessed the fallout from Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang’s resignation, bringing a turbulent week to a close with fresh uncertainty over the artificial intelligence industry, semiconductor supply chains and US technology policy. Huang stepped down on Thursday following revelations about extramarital affairs, including an alleged relationship […] The post Global Stocks Fall as Nvidia Leadership Crisis Deepens AI Market Uncertainty and Fed Rate Fears appeared first on Tekedia.

The cryptocurrency industry is facing two significant developments highlighting the growing importance of security, institutional adoption, and blockchain infrastructure Binance has announced that it has covered 100% of losses associated with a reported $6.3 billion hack, while the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) is preparing to connect its Tokenization Service to the Solana blockchain. […] The post Binance Covers 100% of $6.3 Billion Hack Losses as DTCC Moves Tokenization Service Toward Solana appeared first on Tekedia.

Billionaire investor Howard Marks has warned that the rapid pace of artificial intelligence development could become a major vulnerability for the companies currently dominating the industry, questioning how long their technological advantages will last as competition intensifies. In his latest investment memo, the co-founder of Oaktree Capital Management argued that the speed of AI advancement […] The post Investor Howard Marks Warns AI Leaders Could Lose Their Dominance as Anthropic Prepares Mega-IPO appeared first on Tekedia.

Corporate executives are shifting organic search priorities from vanity metrics to commercial conversion frameworks that protect long-term market share. You likely track organic search reports each month, but high keyword rankings rarely guarantee meaningful revenue. For too long, digital strategies celebrated broad impressions that failed to move qualified buyers through your pipeline. Modern enterprise leaders […] The post Enterprise leaders rethink organic discovery as search algorithms reward depth appeared first on Tekedia.

Was your flight canceled in the FAA ground stop? Here’s what airlines owe you, and what they don’t The FAA ground stop canceled flights on Nov. 13. When you get a cash refund, what airlines do not owe you and how the free change waivers work. TechCity

The cryptocurrency market is facing renewed pressure as Bitcoin falls below the $70,000 threshold for the first time since August, highlighting deteriorating investor sentiment and growing uncertainty across digital assets. The decline comes alongside disappointing financial results from cryptocurrency exchange Gemini, while developments involving Securitize, Ethena, and BlackRock’s BUIDL fund suggest that institutional adoption and […] The post Bitcoin Drops Below $70,000 as Gemini Revenue Slides and Institutional Tokenization Gains Momentum appeared first on Tekedia.

The United States handled more than $12 billion in Venezuelan oil and other natural resource revenues during the first nine months of this year, according to an independent accounting report released by the State Department, detailing Washington’s control over the flow of funds following the January operation that removed President Nicolás Maduro from power. The […] The post US Handled $12bn of Venezuela’s Oil Revenue in Nine Months Under Post-Maduro Arrangement appeared first on Tekedia.

The US Department of Justice has intensified its efforts to combat cryptocurrency-related cybercrime after seizing approximately $1.2 billion in digital assets linked to North Korean operations and dismantling a sophisticated deepfake fraud scheme known as FaceStealer. The developments highlight the growing intersection between cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence, identity theft, and state-sponsored cybercrime, raising fresh concerns about […] The post DOJ Seizes $1.2 Billion in North Korea-Linked Crypto, Dismantles ‘FaceStealer’ Deepfake Scheme appeared first on Tekedia.

Nvidia’s sudden leadership crisis has shaken global markets, with shares falling after co-founder Jensen Huang resigned as chief executive following 33 years at the helm. The sell-off pushed the company’s market value below $4 trillion, highlighting investors’ dependence on its long-serving founder. The company confirmed that Huang had stepped down as president, CEO and a […] The post Nvidia Shares Plunge 13% as Jensen Huang Resigns After 33 Years, Colette Kress Takes Over appeared first on Tekedia.

Meet the ContiSX EarPod, powered by ContiSX proprietary blockchain technology and ContiSX Sage. Put it on and transact seamlessly across Nigeria in English, Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa, and Nigerian Pidgin. By enabling real-time, multi-way language interpretation, it empowers people to connect, trade, and collaborate across communities. When language ceases to be a barrier, every corner of […] The post Solving the Universal Language of Commerce in Nigeria with ContiSX Sage and ContiSX EarPod appeared first on Tekedia.