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How African Entrepreneurs Are Using Text to Video AI to Scale Their Content Without Big Budgets
Across Africa’s startup and digital business ecosystem, the content challenge is one that almost every founder and marketer recognizes immediately. Your product is good. Your story is worth telling. But the gap between having something worth communicating and having the resources to communicate it through video — the format that actually moves audiences in 2025 […] The post How African Entrepreneurs Are Using Text to Video AI to Scale Their Content Without Big Budgets appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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AI Industry is in a Bifurcated Boom Rather Than a Uniform Bubble
The question of whether the AI sector is entering a speculative bubble hinges on a tension between accelerating real-world adoption and increasingly stretched financial expectations. In practice, both forces are simultaneously true: artificial intelligence is delivering measurable productivity gains across industries, while capital markets are pricing a future that may be arriving faster in narrative […] The post AI Industry is in a Bifurcated Boom Rather Than a Uniform Bubble appeared first on Tekedia.
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Strategy Hits 843,738 BTC Worth $64.45 Billion
Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), has further cemented its position as the world’s largest corporate holder of Bitcoin after growing its stash to 843,738 BTC, now valued at approximately $64.45 billion. The company’s aggressive accumulation strategy, championed by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor, continues to draw global attention as Bitcoin’s rising price boosts the firm’s unrealized gains and […] The post Strategy Hits 843,738 BTC Worth $64.45 Billion appeared first on Tekedia.
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US Tech Giants Projected to Spend $750B on AI Infrastructure
US technology giants are now projected to deploy roughly $750 billion in capital expenditure this year toward AI infrastructure, marking one of the most aggressive industrial investment cycles in modern computing history. The figure reflects a convergence of hyperscaler expansion, generative AI demand, and a structural shift toward compute-intensive workloads. Firms are building end-to-end AI […] The post US Tech Giants Projected to Spend $750B on AI Infrastructure appeared first on Tekedia.
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Applied Aerospace Targets $3.6 Billion Valuation as Defense IPO Boom Accelerates
Private equity-backed Applied Aerospace & Defense is seeking a valuation of up to $3.59 billion in its U.S. initial public offering, joining a fast-growing wave of defense and aerospace firms rushing to tap buoyant investor demand fueled by geopolitical instability, surging military spending, and the global race to modernize weapons systems. The Huntsville, Alabama-based contractor […] The post Applied Aerospace Targets $3.6 Billion Valuation as Defense IPO Boom Accelerates appeared first on Tekedia.
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Trump Vows: America Will Remain The Bitcoin And Crypto Capital of The World
President Donald Trump has issued a strong reaffirmation of his commitment to digital assets, declaring that the United States must remain the undisputed Bitcoin and cryptocurrency capital of the world. Trump in a post on Truth social emphasized the importance of maintaining the authority of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) over prediction markets, arguing that […] The post Trump Vows: America Will Remain The Bitcoin And Crypto Capital of The World appeared first on Tekedia.
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Musk Tightens Grip on U.S. Military as SpaceX Reportedly Secures Higher Pay from Pentagon for Kamikaze Drones
SpaceX has successfully pushed the Pentagon to nearly double its payments for Starlink connectivity on U.S. kamikaze drones during the Iran war, Reuters reports, citing sources. The development is seen as an indication of Elon Musk’s company’s growing leverage over critical U.S. military capabilities at a time when the satellite network has become indispensable in […] The post Musk Tightens Grip on U.S. Military as SpaceX Reportedly Secures Higher Pay from Pentagon for Kamikaze Drones appeared first on Tekedia.
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Samsung Faces Deepening Labor Crisis as Consumer Electronics Union Seeks Court Block on AI-Favored Pay Deal
A union representing Samsung Electronics’ consumer electronics workers has escalated an already tense labor dispute by asking a South Korean court to block a vote on a government-mediated pay agreement that heavily favors the company’s semiconductor divisions, significantly complicating Samsung’s efforts to restore stability after weeks of strike threats. The Samsung Electronics Co Union (SECU), […] The post Samsung Faces Deepening Labor Crisis as Consumer Electronics Union Seeks Court Block on AI-Favored Pay Deal appeared first on Tekedia.
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Gold Slides as Iran Tensions Stoke Inflation Fears and Strengthen Fed Rate-Hike Bets
Gold prices fell sharply on Tuesday as escalating tensions between the United States and Iran pushed oil prices higher, intensified inflation concerns, and reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve may keep interest rates elevated for longer. Spot gold dropped 1.1% to $4,521.80 per ounce by early trading in London, hovering near recent multi-week lows, while […] The post Gold Slides as Iran Tensions Stoke Inflation Fears and Strengthen Fed Rate-Hike Bets appeared first on Tekedia.
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Tekedia Capital Invests in Pocket, New Species of AI-Native Human Productivity Devices
Tekedia Capital is excited to report our investment in Pocket, a new class of AI-native device designed to take notes across conversations and meetings – offline or online – and later generate transcripts, summaries, action points, and to-do lists automatically. The market response has been extraordinary. In just five months after launch, Pocket has sold […] The post Tekedia Capital Invests in Pocket, New Species of AI-Native Human Productivity Devices appeared first on Tekedia.
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Why Glovo thinks Africa could become the world’s biggest quick commerce market
In cities like Lagos, Nigeria, and Nairobi, Kenya, delivery is not just moving food or products from one point to another. It is also navigating traffic snarl-ups that can take hours, some streets that digital maps still struggle to recognise, and consumers who demand convenience while living inside deeply informal economies. Dima Rasnovsky, who oversees […]
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India Pushes Corporate Bond Market Overhaul With Tokenization Plan and Tougher Disclosure Rules
India is preparing a major overhaul of its corporate debt market, with regulators considering stricter disclosure standards for listed bonds and laying the groundwork for tokenized bond trading as part of a broader push to modernize the country’s financial system. Securities and Exchange Board of India Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said on Tuesday that the […] The post India Pushes Corporate Bond Market Overhaul With Tokenization Plan and Tougher Disclosure Rules appeared first on Tekedia.
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American Fortress Proposes a Layered Mitigation Strategy for Bitcoin Quantum Computing
American Fortress, a cybersecurity and digital asset infrastructure firm, has proposed a quantum resilience framework for Bitcoin, aiming to address long-term threats posed by advances in quantum computing. The proposal enters an increasingly active debate within the crypto community over whether Bitcoin’s elliptic curve cryptography can remain secure in a post-quantum era. At the core […] The post American Fortress Proposes a Layered Mitigation Strategy for Bitcoin Quantum Computing appeared first on Tekedia.
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Global Bond Rate Shows 97% Probability of Inflation Risk on Polymarket
Global bond markets are once again at the center of macroeconomic attention as yields surge across major sovereign curves, reflecting a sharp repricing of inflation risk. The latest signal amplifying this shift comes from prediction markets, where traders on Polymarket are assigning a 97% probability that US inflation will cross the 4% threshold in the […] The post Global Bond Rate Shows 97% Probability of Inflation Risk on Polymarket appeared first on Tekedia.
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American Airlines Picks Starlink in Fresh Boost for SpaceX Ahead of Historic IPO
American Airlines said Tuesday it will begin installing Starlink satellite internet service on more than 500 narrow-body Airbus aircraft starting early next year, delivering another commercial victory for SpaceX as the Elon Musk-led company prepares for what could become the largest IPO in history. The agreement deepens Starlink’s growing dominance in the aviation connectivity market […] The post American Airlines Picks Starlink in Fresh Boost for SpaceX Ahead of Historic IPO appeared first on Tekedia.
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Tech Jobs Growing in 2026 Despite the AI Headlines
Tech Jobs Growing in 2026 Despite the AI Headlines If headlines make it sound like artificial intelligence is replacing every worker, you are not imagining things. Every… TechCity
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$DOGEBALL Is Moving Faster Than $HYPE: Your Last Chance to Enter This Top Crypto Presale Before the Price Hike
Do you ever look back at your portfolio and wonder how you missed the exact moment a project transitioned from an unknown idea into a market leader? It is a heavy realization, especially when you watch others capture life-changing gains from assets you had on your watchlist but never pulled the trigger on. The history […] The post $DOGEBALL Is Moving Faster Than $HYPE: Your Last Chance to Enter This Top Crypto Presale Before the Price Hike appeared first on Tekedia.
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Ozak AI’s Presale Price Gives Long-Term Investors Exposure to 70× Gains Before the First Exchange Candle
Before the tokens are listed on the exchanges, the cryptocurrency market has allowed investors to profit greatly from early-stage presale tokens. Currently in its Presale Phase, the early-stage token Ozak AI is gaining significant positive momentum among investors. The token is unique from other AI-based tokens due to its strong presale success growth and advanced […] The post Ozak AI’s Presale Price Gives Long-Term Investors Exposure to 70× Gains Before the First Exchange Candle appeared first on Tekedia.
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Wasoko cofounder Daniel Yu launches $100 million Africa Jobs Fund
The Africa Jobs Fund (AJF) is a new philanthropic investment fund which aims to raise $100 million to support companies that create jobs across Africa.
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South Africa-listed 4Sight Holdings eyes Africa AI push after strong growth
South Africa-headquartered 4Sight Holdings is positioning itself as a key player in Africa’s AI economy, leveraging a “Cape to Cairo” strategy built around cloud, industrial technology and intelligent automation Buoyed by strong FY26 results announced on Wednesday, 4Sight Holdings chief executive officer Tertius Zitzke outlined an ambitious vision to position the company at the centre […]
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4 easy steps to move your ChatGPT memory to Claude 
Switching between different Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots or agents can feel like moving into a new house. Many users are eager to try Anthropic’s AI assistant, Claude, because it proves helpful in assisting with tasks.  However, the biggest hurdle for users might be the thought of starting from scratch. The hesitation to switch often boils […]
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Nvidia’s Jensen Huang says It Won’t Matter What Subject You Studied, AI Will Increase Creativity & Productivity
Jensen Huang says parents should stop fixating on which university subjects will remain “safe” from artificial intelligence, arguing that the AI era is more likely to increase the value of human creativity, judgment and communication skills than eliminate them. Speaking to Singapore’s Channel NewsAsia on Monday, the Nvidia chief executive said the rapid spread of […] The post Nvidia’s Jensen Huang says It Won’t Matter What Subject You Studied, AI Will Increase Creativity & Productivity appeared first on Tekedia.
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Ruby Igwe’s career has had pivots. She wouldn’t change a thing.
If you were allowed to change one thing about your life’s journey, you may be tempted to alter its course and pull at a few threads—erase a wrong decision here, or fast-forward through a difficult season there.  Ruby Igwe, the Regional Director for West and Central Africa at ALX Africa, a tech-enabled career accelerator, explicitly […]
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Samsung phones that won’t get the Android 17 update
Table of contents Why won’t these phones get Android 17? Flagships and Fan Edition phones Foldables Galaxy A series Galaxy M and F series Tablets What One UI 8.5 means for your phone Samsung phones that are getting Android 17 What this means for you Android 17 is almost here. Google is expected to release  […]
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Ferrari’s First Electric Vehicle ‘Luce’ Sparks Sharp Selloff as Investors and Fans Question Brand Direction
Ferrari shares tumbled sharply on Tuesday after the iconic Italian luxury carmaker unveiled its first fully electric vehicle, the Luce, in a high-profile event in Rome, revealing deep investor concerns about the transition to electrification and potential dilution of the brand’s legendary combustion-engine heritage. The Maranello-based company described the Luce, Italian for “light”, as evoking […] The post Ferrari’s First Electric Vehicle ‘Luce’ Sparks Sharp Selloff as Investors and Fans Question Brand Direction appeared first on Tekedia.
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OpenAI’s Altman Admits He Predicted Wrongly That AI Will Trigger White-Collar Jobs Collapse
Sam Altman said the rapid rise of artificial intelligence has not caused the widespread destruction of white-collar jobs that many in the technology industry once feared, marking a notable shift in tone from one of the sector’s most influential figures as businesses grapple with how AI will reshape employment. Speaking virtually at a conference hosted […] The post OpenAI’s Altman Admits He Predicted Wrongly That AI Will Trigger White-Collar Jobs Collapse appeared first on Tekedia.
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CEO of Dovetail Software Ran the Numbers on Australia’s CGT Changes & You Won’t Like Them
The pitch that built Australia’s software industry was simple, and it worked. Join us early. Take less salary than you could earn at a multinational. If the company wins, you win too. Two founders in Sydney, bootstrapped, burning through their savings, offering a deal that required people to believe in something that did not yet […] The post CEO of Dovetail Software Ran the Numbers on Australia’s CGT Changes & You Won’t Like Them appeared first on Tekedia.
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – SA delays AI policy to 2027
In today's edition: SA sets January 2027 for revised AI policy || Namibia Telecom faces regulatory scrutiny || Pepkor’s phone financing business is growing || PayPal, Vodacom partner in Tanzania
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How Ojebuyi’s Communication Research Strengthens Governance, Institutional Processes and Organisational Effectiveness
There is no doubt that we are in an era in which everyone must consider communication an essential ingredient for navigating life. This is premised on the fact that technology, in its various forms, has continued to shape the actual outcome of every human activity. In addition, communication is a strategic tool, as our lives […] The post How Ojebuyi’s Communication Research Strengthens Governance, Institutional Processes and Organisational Effectiveness appeared first on Tekedia.
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Rising Jet Fuel Shortage in Germany Causing Flight Disruption
The debate over potential jet fuel shortages in Germany has become an unexpected source of anxiety for travelers, exposing broader concerns about Europe’s aviation sector, energy security, and economic resilience. A recent survey suggests that many German travelers are increasingly unsettled by discussions surrounding fuel supply disruptions, especially as the summer travel season approaches. While […] The post Rising Jet Fuel Shortage in Germany Causing Flight Disruption appeared first on Tekedia.
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Retail Investors’ Panic Is One of the Characteristics Determining Crypto Market Cycle
Bitcoin’s market structure has once again revealed a familiar pattern: while retail investors panic during periods of volatility, large holders—commonly referred to as whales—continue to accumulate aggressively. This divergence between institutional-scale conviction and retail fear has become one of the defining characteristics of the modern crypto cycle. As prices fluctuate sharply and headlines amplify uncertainty, […] The post Retail Investors’ Panic Is One of the Characteristics Determining Crypto Market Cycle appeared first on Tekedia.
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Majority of Policymakers Signal Further Interest Rate Hike Could still be Warranted
In the latest Federal Open Market Committee minutes, a majority of policymakers signaled that a further interest rate hike could still be warranted, underscoring the persistence of inflationary pressures and the central bank’s reluctance to declare victory too early. The discussion revealed a committee still grappling with uneven progress on disinflation, particularly in services inflation […] The post Majority of Policymakers Signal Further Interest Rate Hike Could still be Warranted appeared first on Tekedia.
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Register and Master the Mechanics of Nigeria’s Capital Market
For 8 weeks, join us at the Nigeria Capital Market Masterclass as we explain the mechanics of Nigeria’s capital market. You will learn how markets truly work, from the structure of the ecosystem to regulations, products, operators, infrastructure, securities exchanges, depositories, technology systems, derivatives, investment banking, wealth creation, and the emerging digital architecture shaping the […] The post Register and Master the Mechanics of Nigeria’s Capital Market appeared first on Tekedia.
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How to Protect Your Kids Online Without Destroying Their Trust
How to Protect Your Kids Online Without Destroying Their Trust The internet can help children learn, connect, and explore. However, it also comes with risks. From scams and… TechCity
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Growth Models Project Ozak AI Could Outperform Large-Cap Crypto by Over 20× Based on Presale Entry Levels
As the Crypto market is now moving from the major Cryptocurrencies to the AI-based early-stage Tokens. The Return on investment from these Large Cap Cryptos and AI-based tokens have teh huge difference. Ozak AI, which is an Early stage AI based token, is one of the top AI-based tokens on the List. The analysts say […] The post Growth Models Project Ozak AI Could Outperform Large-Cap Crypto by Over 20× Based on Presale Entry Levels appeared first on Tekedia.
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Ghana’s central bank suspends proposed MTN mobile money transfer fee
Bank of Ghana suspends MTN Ghana’s planned 0.75% wallet-to-bank transfer fee pending consultations with industry stakeholders.
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