In the rapidly evolving digital economy of Nigeria, where fintech companies have seen a 70% growth in just one year, a quiet revolution is taking place that goes beyond mobile wallets and transaction volumes. At the heart of this shift is the PalmPay Purple Woman program, a program designed to bridge a stark reality: women […] The post How Africa’s Top Fintech is Reimagining the “Woman in Tech” Narrative appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Meta is reportedly planning sweeping layoffs that could affect 20% or more of its workforce, according to multiple news sources citing anonymous insiders. This would potentially impact around 15,000–16,000 employees, based on Meta’s headcount of nearly 79,000 as of late 2025. The moves aim to offset massive spending on AI infrastructure; data centers and related […] The post Implications of Meta’s Sweeping 20% Layoffs to AI Agents appeared first on Tekedia.

In 2023, businessman Ping Fai Yuen held 2,323 Bitcoin in a Trezor hardware wallet, a “cold wallet” offline for security, protected by a PIN and a 24-word recovery seed phrase. This amount was worth roughly $60 million then; as of March 2026, it’s valued at around $170–180 million depending on exact BTC price fluctuations. Yuen […] The post A Married Couple Playing Secret Agent in their Own Living Room over 2,323 BTC appeared first on Tekedia.

U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded approximately $767 million in net inflows over the past week marking the first five consecutive days of positive inflows in 2026 and the third straight week of net positive flows. This streak reversed earlier volatility and outflows seen in parts of the year, signaling renewed institutional demand despite ongoing market […] The post US Spot Bitcoin ETFs Record $767M in Net Inflows  appeared first on Tekedia.

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is holding its March 2026 meeting this week, on March 17-18, 2026. The rate decision along with the policy statement will be released on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT), followed by Chair Jerome Powell’s press conference at 2:30 PM ET. This is one of […] The post Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) Holding Its March Meetings Around 17-18, 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

The higher minimum also narrows the addressable market in a country where most investors remain price-sensitive.

Good People, Tekedia Capital is excited to announce our investment in GRU Space, a promising startup to give the world the first Moon factory. Their patent-pending system transforms Moon dust into durable bricks and deploys inflatable habitats directly on the lunar surface. This breakthrough could begin laying the groundwork for lunar infrastructure, from research bases […] The post Tekedia Capital Invests in GRU Space, Building Moon Hotel appeared first on Tekedia.

STRC; ticker for Strategy’s “Stretch” perpetual preferred stock is designed as a high-yield, low-volatility income product — often described by the company as a “short-duration high-yield credit” or Bitcoin-backed “money market equivalent.” Its yield mechanics revolve around a variable dividend rate that’s adjusted monthly to target price stability near $100 par value. STRC has no […] The post Michael Saylor’s New Secret Sauce isn’t just MSTR Common Stock Anymore — it’s STRC appeared first on Tekedia.

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson recently described Bitcoin as a “giant Ponzi scheme” in a March 2026 opinion column published in the Daily Mail. In the piece (titled along the lines of expressing his long-held suspicion and reinforced by recent “tales of woe”), Johnson argued that cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin rely primarily on a continuous […] The post Boris Johnson Describes Bitcoin as a Ponzi Scheme  appeared first on Tekedia.

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino recently teased a major development, stating that the company’s AI team will release a “true breakthrough” this coming week. This announcement has generated significant buzz in the crypto and tech communities, as Tether—primarily known as the issuer of the dominant stablecoin USDT (with a market cap around $145 billion)—continues expanding aggressively […] The post Paolo Ardoino Teases Major Development Highlighting Expansion of Tether’s Broader Strategy  appeared first on Tekedia.

The Find N6 goes after two problems that have followed foldable phones since day one: the crease you can see and feel on the screen, and cameras that could not keep up with regular flagship phones.

The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) recently published an article highlighting how traders are using the decentralized crypto exchange Hyperliquid to trade oil futures specifically perpetual contracts tracking West Texas Intermediate crude on a 24/7 basis. The piece, titled “The Hottest New Crypto Trade Is 24/7 Oil Futures,” discusses this amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the […] The post Wall Street Journal Highlights How Traders are Using Hyperliquid to Trade Oil Futures appeared first on Tekedia.

For MTN, absorbing this workforce signals a shift toward greater operational control of critical telecom infrastructure, as operators across Africa reassess their long-term reliance on independent tower companies.

After years of dramatic highs and sharp pullbacks, Africa’s startup ecosystem is entering a more measured and stable phase of growth. Funding levels, once fueled by global liquidity and rapid investor expansion, have now found a steadier rhythm, signaling a shift from hyper-growth to sustainability. A recent report by Africa: The Big Deal, stated that […] The post Africa’s Startup Ecosystem Settles Into a Steady Funding Growth Phase appeared first on Tekedia.

Polymarket’s ultra-short-term crypto prediction markets—particularly the 5-minute “Up or Down” bets on Bitcoin and similar for other cryptos—have exploded in popularity since their launch around mid-February 2026. These markets allow traders to wager on whether the price will be higher or lower just five minutes later, creating a high-frequency, almost gamified trading loop with near-instant […] The post Short Term Crypto Markets See $60M of Daily Volume on Polymarket appeared first on Tekedia.

Coinbase is in talks with Bybit for a potential strategic partnership, centered on an investment deal. The discussions involve Coinbase potentially taking a minority equity stake in Bybit. Bybit is described as the world’s second-largest offshore crypto exchange particularly strong in derivatives trading. This is not a full acquisition but a strategic investment and cooperation […] The post Coinbase in Talk with Bybit for a Potential Strategic Partnership  appeared first on Tekedia.

Elon Musk-owned satellite internet provider Starlink has officially launched its services in the Central African Republic (CAR), marking a significant milestone in Africa’s digital transformation. The launch makes CAR the 27th African country to welcome the satellite service and the second on the continent to do so in 2026. Announcing the expansion, Starlink wrote, “Starlink’s […] The post Starlink Expands Into Central African Republic, Marking A New Era for Connectivity appeared first on Tekedia.

Micron Technology plans to build a second semiconductor manufacturing facility in Taiwan after completing the acquisition of a fabrication plant previously owned by Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp., as the U.S. chipmaker accelerates efforts to expand production of advanced memory chips used in artificial intelligence systems. The new plant will be constructed in Tongluo, in Miaoli […] The post Micron Expands Taiwan Footprint With New AI Memory Plant as Global Race for HBM Capacity Intensifies appeared first on Tekedia.

Botswana’s Innovation Fund (BIF) and investment firm Scalar International have launched the Scalar Botswana Innovation Program (SBIP) to support 10 clean energy startups.

China signaled confidence in its energy security on Monday as the war involving Iran disrupts oil flows through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a development that analysts say may reduce the likelihood of Beijing cooperating with Washington to stabilize the critical waterway. Officials in Beijing said the country has sufficient energy resources to absorb external […] The post China Says It’s Energy-sufficient Amid Iran War, Dimming Prospects for Cooperation With U.S. on Hormuz appeared first on Tekedia.

The licence allows Fincra to hold funds, initiate transfers, and manage clearing and settlement on both sides of the corridor.

FlySafair has introduced new one‑tap payment options in its mobile app, allowing customers to pay for flights quickly and securely using Apple Pay and Google Pay. The new payment methods, powered by Stitch, form part of the airline’s ongoing focus on using technology to simplify the booking experience and remove unnecessary friction for customers. Stitch […]

Quantum computing is not “coming for Bitcoin” in any imminent or catastrophic way. The threat remains theoretical and long-term, with the overwhelming consensus from researchers, investment firms, and quantum experts placing a practical, cryptographically relevant quantum attack on Bitcoin’s security at least 5–15+ years away— most likely in the 2030s or later. Why Bitcoin Is […] The post Quantum Computing will Eventually Force Changes to Bitcoin’s Cryptography  appeared first on Tekedia.

Oyster wants to eliminate how guesswork, influencer recommendations, or trial-and-error drive skincare decisions by AI to analyse a user’s skin.

Diamonds drive progression in Minecraft. They unlock top-tier tools, enchantments, and long-term survival goals. But large-scale mining, chunk scanning tools, and constant exploration can quietly strain a multiplayer world. If you use a minecraft diamond finder or similar utilities, performance and hosting stability matter more than you think. Diamonds generate deep underground, most commonly around […] The post Finding Diamonds Without Breaking Your Server appeared first on Tekedia.

In 1979, a twenty-five-year-old chemist named Thomas Perfetti was given a confidential assignment by his employer, the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company. Over six months, he synthesized thirty nicotine salt formulations in a company lab, one of which, rather charmingly, smelled like green apples. Reynolds patented the technology, filed it in a drawer, and carried on […] The post The Molecule Big Tobacco Buried in 1979 That Silicon Valley Dug Up appeared first on Tekedia.

Minecraft was initially a sandbox game. Gradually, it has developed into a platform for big online communities and creative projects. Stable infrastructure now plays a major role in multiplayer experiences. Smooth gameplay, regular updates, and reliable server environments shape how players interact and build together. Many modern communities treat their servers like digital worlds that […] The post Inside Minecraft Servers: Technology Behind Multiplayer Worlds appeared first on Tekedia.

The company has not disclosed the number of roles it plans to reduce, but MultiChoice has an estimated 6,900 permanent employees across 50 African markets,. The pay-TV giant will also restructure IRDETO, Multichoice’s technology and cybersecurity unit. 

Kenya’s National Treasury has opened public consultation on draft regulations that will govern how cryptocurrency and digital asset businesses operate in the country, a critical step toward fully implementing the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025.

A severe disruption to global oil supplies stemming from the intensifying Middle East conflict could push U.S. equities into a sharp correction this year, analysts at Goldman Sachs warned, highlighting how the war involving Iran is emerging as a major risk for global financial markets. In a downside scenario where oil supply shocks intensify and […] The post Goldman Sachs Warns Iran War Oil shock Could Trigger a Sharp Correction, S&P 500 May Fall to 5,400 appeared first on Tekedia.

TrafficGuard, a platform in AI-powered digital ad verification and invalid traffic (IVT) prevention, has appointed Scott Thomson as Head of AI. The appointment comes at a critical inflection point for the industry. The rapid proliferation of agentic AI—autonomous bots capable of browsing, clicking, filling out forms, and mimicking genuine user behavior—is fundamentally reshaping the threat landscape […]

A draft AI Bill, 2026 proposes that “a person shall not develop, deploy or operate a high-risk artificial intelligence system without the approval of the commission,” introducing fines of up to KES 5 million or jail terms of up to three years. 

American Technology company Strategy, has once again reinforced its aggressive commitment to Bitcoin, announcing a massive 22,337 BTC for $1.57 billion. The latest acquisition significantly expands the company’s already substantial digital asset portfolio, pushing its total holdings to a record 761,000 BTC, valued at approximately $57.61 billion with an average acquisition cost of $75,696 per […] The post Strategy’s Bold Bitcoin Bet: $1.57B Acquisition Pushes Holdings to Record 761,000 BTC appeared first on Tekedia.

Nigeria remains one of the most active crypto markets globally, with increasing demand for tools that combine simplicity and transparency. The market operates daily with clearly defined rules and settlement periods, offering customers structured, time-bound opportunities to act on their conviction. Luno has launched a structured Crypto Prediction Markets product in Nigeria. By introducing Prediction […]

The federal government of Nigeria has launched the iDICE Startup Bridge, a nationwide programme designed to fund and nurture early-stage entrepreneurs, offering grants of up to N10 million ($7,215) for idea-stage founders and equity investments of $100,000 for startups that have already built minimum viable products. The initiative, implemented through the Bank of Industry under […] The post Nigeria Launches iDICE Startup Bridge to Fund Early-Stage Founders With N10m Grants and $100,000 Investments appeared first on Tekedia.

African gaming apps are growing fast, with millions of daily users playing every day. This is a trend that has cemented itself worldwide, but have you wondered why this is the case?  Here, we will explore the role of predictive algorithms in African gaming apps from a technological perspective. So join us as we focus […]