China is increasing scrutiny of exports of indium, a little-known but strategically important metal used in advanced semiconductor manufacturing, raising concerns among global buyers that Beijing may be preparing to extend its export-control regime to another critical technology material. China’s dominance over key minerals is becoming a powerful lever in the global technology race, particularly […] The post China Tightens Scrutiny of Indium Exports, Raising Fresh Concerns Over AI Supply Chains appeared first on Tekedia.

Reports indicating that 50,000 agentic trading accounts have been opened on Robinhood signal a notable shift in how retail investors are beginning to engage with automated financial decision systems. This development suggests that agent-based trading interfaces, which allow algorithms or AI agents to execute trades with limited human intervention, are moving from experimental tools into […] The post AI-Powered Trading Bots on Robinhood Surge in Popularity Among Retail Investors appeared first on Tekedia.

Later today at 7:00 PM WAT in Tekedia Mini-MBA, I will teach on “Innovation Transduction: From Ideas to Revenue.” Using the natural philosophy construct of energy transduction, I will explain how market systems transform ideas into products, services, and ultimately revenue by solving customer frictions. I identify two fundamental states in business: the Idea State […] The post Innovation Transduction – Ndubuisi Ekekwe – Tekedia Mini-MBA at 7pm WAT appeared first on Tekedia.

Intel has elevated semiconductor industry veteran Seok-Hee Lee to lead its advanced packaging operations, marking the company’s determination to rebuild its manufacturing business and position itself as a major beneficiary of the artificial intelligence-driven chip boom. The appointment follows a significant development for the American chipmaker. Just hours earlier, President Donald Trump announced that Apple […] The post Intel Taps Semiconductor Veteran Seok-Hee Lee to Lead Advanced Packaging Push as Apple Deal Fuels Foundry Ambitions appeared first on Tekedia.

Japanese authorities have thrown everything at the yen’s slide, deploying more than 11.7 trillion yen ($72.8 billion) in foreign reserves between April and May, and the Bank of Japan delivering its sharpest rate hike in decades, yet the currency continues to hover near the psychologically critical 160 level against the dollar, exposing the limits of […] The post Japan’s Yen Remains Trapped in Structural Weakness Despite $72.8bn Interventions and Historic Rate Hike appeared first on Tekedia.

At 4pm WAT today, during the Nigeria Capital Market masterclass, I will teach on “Market Frictions, Nature and Mission of Companies, Capital, and Capital Markets”, to provide a broad overview of the nature of companies, and the very reason why companies exist. I will connect it to Capital, a vital factor of production, which is […] The post The Nigeria Capital Market Masterclass Zoom Begins Today at 4pm WAT appeared first on Tekedia.

You can now download FreeTV App in Nigeria today and stream over 100 television channels directly on your mobile device, without ever worrying about another monthly renewal fee. This is now possible as a result of the revolutionary digital television platform known as FreeTV, recently launched by the Federal Government of Nigeria, giving Nigerians access […]

Franklin Templeton’s reported filing for an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that reinvests stock dividends into Bitcoin represents a structural convergence between traditional equity income strategies and crypto asset accumulation. If approved and implemented, the product would effectively convert passive equity yield into continuous BTC exposure, introducing a compounding mechanism that links corporate cash flows to digital […] The post Understanding Hybrid ETF Structures in Modern Finance appeared first on Tekedia.

The licence allows the company to offer foreign exchange, money transfer, and payment services in Canada through a newly established subsidiary, while also providing regulatory approval to handle virtual currency and digital asset transactions.

Two distinct but consequential developments in the semiconductor and blockchain sectors have recently drawn investor attention as markets react to a rumored Apple–Intel chip manufacturing deal and leadership uncertainty within the Ethereum ecosystem following the reported resignation of a co-director of the Ethereum Foundation which raises concerns about near-term funding stability On the semiconductor front […] The post Semiconductor Stocks Rally on Apple–Intel Deal Speculation appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin’s decline below the $63,000 threshold, accompanied by more than $180 million in leveraged liquidations and over $90 million in net outflows from spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), underscores a renewed phase of volatility in the digital asset market. The move reflects a convergence of deleveraging pressure, shifting institutional flows, and fragile market sentiment after […] The post BTC Slides Amid $90M ETF Outflows and Rising Market Pressure appeared first on Tekedia.

Kraken’s decision to integrate Solana-based decentralized exchange (DEX) trading directly into its core application represents a notable step in the ongoing convergence between centralized crypto exchanges and decentralized finance. By embedding on-chain trading capabilities within its primary interface, the platform reduces friction for users who previously had to rely on external wallets, bridges, or standalone […] The post Kraken Bridges CeFi and DeFi With Solana DEX Trading Feature appeared first on Tekedia.

The cryptocurrency and digital asset market witnessed another volatile trading session as STRC, the preferred stock issued by Strategy, briefly plunged to a low of $82 before recovering and climbing back above $88. The sharp price movement attracted significant attention from investors and analysts, particularly as Strategy chairman Michael Saylor disclosed that artificial intelligence played […] The post STRC Falls to $82 Before Rebounding Above $88 as Saylor Reveals AI-Assisted Development appeared first on Tekedia.

China’s digital currency ambitions continue to gain momentum as the country expands the reach of its Digital Yuan network by adding 26 new institutions. The move represents another significant step in China’s long-term strategy to modernize its financial infrastructure, strengthen the adoption of its central bank digital currency (CBDC), and reduce reliance on traditional payment […] The post China Strengthens Digital Currency Ecosystem with 26 New Institutions appeared first on Tekedia.

Strategy has further strengthened its position as the world’s largest corporate holder of Bitcoin. The company recently acquired 1,587 BTC for $100 million, bringing its Bitcoin reserves to 846,842 BTC with an overall average purchase price of $75,656. The purchases averaged $63,024 per BTC between June 8 and June 14, 2026. The company also boosted […] The post Strategy Expands Bitcoin Bet, Acquires $100 Million Worth of BTC in Latest Buy appeared first on Tekedia.

The reported sequence of developments surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, Iran negotiations, and U.S. defense posture outlines a rapid de-escalation followed by immediate recalibration of military and diplomatic strategy. The end of the Hormuz blockade, the signing of a new agreement with Iran, and Washington’s fiscal and diplomatic responses suggest a crisis that moved from […] The post Why the Strait of Hormuz Matters for Global Oil Prices appeared first on Tekedia.

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming industries around the world, and one of the most exciting developments is the emergence of intelligent robots capable of learning on their own. Leading this revolution is NVIDIA, which has unveiled a new generation of AI-powered robots designed to train themselves through advanced simulation and machine learning technologies. This breakthrough […] The post Nvidia’s Self-Learning Robots Mark a New Era in Artificial Intelligence appeared first on Tekedia.

European Union leaders convened in Brussels on Thursday to grapple with a growing consensus that the bloc’s lopsided trade relationship with China has become unsustainable, weighing tougher defensive measures against the risks of further escalation with the world’s second-largest economy. Diplomats described a gradual alignment among the 27 member states on the problem: a daily […] The post EU Leaders Confront Deepening Trade Imbalance with China as Critical Minerals and Market Access Emerge as Flashpoints appeared first on Tekedia.

Artificial intelligence infrastructure startup Baseten is close to securing a major funding round that would value the company at $13 billion, highlighting the growing investor appetite for businesses powering the next phase of AI adoption. The San Francisco-based AI inference company is reportedly finalizing a $1.5 billion financing round, according to The Wall Street Journal. […] The post Baseten Nears $1.5bn Funding Round as AI Inference Race Sends Valuation Soaring to $13bn appeared first on Tekedia.

In the United States, the adoption of artificial intelligence has hit a record pace, but has failed to translate into greater public confidence in the technology. A new survey from the Pew Research Center reveals that while nearly half of U.S. adults now use chatbots, only a small minority believe the technology will ultimately benefit […] The post AI Adoption Has Surged 49% In The U.S., But Only 16% Of Americans Think AI Will Benefit Society appeared first on Tekedia.

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor remains unwavering in his conviction about Bitcoin’s long-term value as the world’s largest cryptocurrency faces renewed selling pressure and sharp price declines. Amid heightened market volatility that has rattled investors and triggered concerns about Bitcoin’s near-term trajectory, Saylor in a post on X, issued a confident message, insisting that “Bitcoin […] The post “Bitcoin Keeps Working”: Strategy CEO Michael Saylor Issues Strong Message Amid Market Volatility appeared first on Tekedia.

The White House and Anthropic are working to establish what could become one of the first formal frameworks for evaluating security vulnerabilities in advanced artificial intelligence models, following a high-profile dispute that led the U.S. government to effectively force the withdrawal of Anthropic’s most powerful systems from the market. According to U.S. officials familiar with […] The post White House, Anthropic Move Toward AI Safety Rulebook After Clash Over Powerful New Models appeared first on Tekedia.

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) is set to introduce a major change to its pricing methodology that could reshape how share prices move on the local bourse, with new minimum trading volume thresholds required before stock prices can change. The reform, confirmed in the Exchange’s updated Rulebook and corroborated by multiple market operators, is aimed at […] The post NGX Overhauls Price Movement Rules to Curb Market Distortions, Boost Liquidity in Premium Stocks appeared first on Tekedia.

Bengaluru-based diversified real estate and investment firm RMZ is preparing a massive expansion into data centers, targeting 2-3 gigawatts of capacity over the next five years as part of a broader $35 billion investment drive aimed at capitalizing on India’s surging demand for AI and cloud computing infrastructure. The company, which currently operates 250 megawatts, […] The post RMZ Sets $35bn Investment Drive to Become Major Player in India’s Booming Data Center and AI Infrastructure Market appeared first on Tekedia.

While Tencent consistently delivered outsized returns, many of Prosus's businesses remained focused on growth rather than profitability.

Prediction markets started as a niche curiosity. Today, they are attracting traders, investors and businesses interested in a simple question: can markets forecast the future better than experts? Wall Street has spent decades trying to predict the future. Economists publish forecasts, analysts build models, and investors pore over data looking for an edge. Prediction markets […] The post Prediction Market Apps and the Future of Data-Driven Finance appeared first on Tekedia.

This guide covers the expected launch date, pricing, key features and upgrades, and how the device compares with the Galaxy Watch 8.

PawaPay, a UK-based fintech that provides mobile payments solutions to African businesses, has recorded a landmark 3 billion successful mobile money transactions, underscoring the rapid acceleration of digital payments across Africa. The payment company disclosed that while the first billion transactions took four years to achieve, the second billion was processed in less than 12 […] The post PawaPay Hits 3 Billion Successful Mobile Money Transactions appeared first on Tekedia.

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has sparked both excitement and concern among governments, technology companies, and the public. As AI systems become increasingly powerful, questions surrounding safety, security, and regulation have moved to the forefront of policy discussions. Recent developments involving the AI model Fable 5 and comments from Anthropic’s CEO illustrate how seriously […] The post Fable 5 Re-Release Delayed by White House Security Requirements appeared first on Tekedia.

The reported plan by CME Group to sue the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) over the regulation of perpetual futures marks a significant escalation in the long-running tension between traditional derivatives exchanges and emerging crypto-native financial products. At the center of the dispute is a fundamental question: whether perpetual futures—contracts with no expiration date, […] The post The Future of Leverage Trading: CME, CFTC, and Perpetual Contracts appeared first on Tekedia.

The reported policy shift in France to phase out securities that do not meet quantum encryption standards marks a significant escalation in the intersection of national security, financial regulation, and cryptographic modernization. Framed against rising concerns about the long-term integrity of digital assets and financial infrastructure—particularly in relation to vulnerabilities exposed by advances in computing—this […] The post Why France Wants to Phase Out Non-Quantum-Secure Financial Assets appeared first on Tekedia.

This year's cohort arrives amid growing debate over whether Africa can turn AI adoption into sustainable, venture-scale businesses.  

Apple is preparing investors and consumers for an uncomfortable reality: the era of absorbing rising component costs may be coming to an end. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Chief Executive Tim Cook indicated that soaring memory prices are forcing the company to consider passing higher costs on to customers. While he stopped […] The post Apple CEO Says Memory Costs Surge Has Made Device Price Hike Inevitable appeared first on Tekedia.

Rising fuel prices triggered by the Iran war are giving fresh momentum to electric vehicle adoption across Europe, with industry data showing sharp increases in both new registrations and used-car interest even as some executives caution that the surge could prove temporary if energy costs ease. New EV registrations jumped 34% year-on-year in May across […] The post Again, Iran War Fuel Shock Boosts Europe’s Shift to EVs as New and Used Demand Surges appeared first on Tekedia.

Federal regulators on Thursday took a major step to ease the strain on America’s creaking electric transmission system, unanimously approving measures that will allow large energy users, particularly power-hungry artificial intelligence data centers, to connect to the grid more quickly. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) directed utilities and grid operators to prioritize timely and […] The post FERC Fast-Tracks Grid Access for AI Data Centers as Surging Power Demand Tests U.S. Energy Infrastructure appeared first on Tekedia.