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The bank OPay hoped would open up Africa
OPay has built a financial services platform that moves money, extends credit, and helps millions of people save. It operates in Nigeria, Indonesia, Egypt, and Pakistan, but its business remains heavily concentrated in Nigeria, which accounts for 89.5% of its revenue.
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NCC considers 15-year spectrum licences to boost broadband investment
Nigeria’s telecom regulator is considering 15-year spectrum licences in exchange for additional network investment. The proposal could give operators greater certainty, but its success will depend on whether incentives deliver better broadband—not simply reward existing rollout plans.
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Toyosi Badejo-Okusanya on beauty, deafness and building Adaptive Atelier
Toyosi Badejo-Okusanya founded Adaptive Atelier, a company that helps businesses find and fix barriers in their digital products.
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Four friends want to change how South Africa’s e-hailing drivers make money
Four friends funded an e-hailing app with proceeds from their property-maintenance business—and now they want South African drivers to keep 100% of their fares. With 30,000+ registered drivers, Bro Cabs is betting subscriptions can beat Uber and Bolt’s commission model. In this week’s Coffee With…, PHATHISANI MOYO speaks to the founders. The first version of […]
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Sony is shutting down the PlayStation Plus app on PC on Dec. 10. Here’s what still works
Sony is shutting down the PlayStation Plus app on PC on Dec. 10. Here’s what still works The PlayStation Plus PC app ends Dec. 10. Console benefits stay the same, and PS Remote Play still works if you own a PS5 or PS4. TechCity
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Holiday return policies for tech: the dates, fees and exceptions to check before you buy
Holiday return policies for tech: the dates, fees and exceptions to check before you buy Apple and Best Buy extend returns into January, but phones, drones and opened games follow stricter rules. Check these first. TechCity
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The Apple Support Community closes Nov. 20. Here’s how to save the answers you still need
The Apple Support Community closes Nov. 20. Here’s how to save the answers you still need Apple's user forum is now read-only and shuts down Nov. 20. Here's how to save the threads you use and where to get help after. TechCity
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USPF’s ₦10 million Changemaker Challenge closes Sunday. Here’s who can apply and how
USPF’s ₦10 million Changemaker Challenge closes Sunday. Here’s who can apply and how Teams of 2 to 5 can enter with just an idea. ₦5m, ₦3m and ₦2m prizes. Entries close 11:59 p.m. WAT on Sunday, Nov. 15. TechCity
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Mexico Tightens Steel Controls to Prevent Chinese Goods From Entering the US Through Trade Pact
Mexico is tightening controls on steel imports from China and other countries to prevent foreign products from being rerouted into the United States through its territory, as the government seeks to secure tariff relief from Washington and protect access to its largest export market. The measures are part of Mexico’s effort to demonstrate that its […] The post Mexico Tightens Steel Controls to Prevent Chinese Goods From Entering the US Through Trade Pact appeared first on Tekedia.
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United Airlines Moves to Block AI Agents From Booking and Managing Flights
United Airlines is tightening restrictions on artificial intelligence agents accessing its digital platforms, citing concerns over data security, unauthorized transactions, and regulatory compliance as airlines respond to the growing ability of AI tools to book and manage travel on behalf of customers. The US carrier said on Wednesday it would restrict AI bots from interacting […] The post United Airlines Moves to Block AI Agents From Booking and Managing Flights appeared first on Tekedia.
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Stablecoin Supply Shrinks $14.2 Billion as Bitcoin ETFs Record $299.9 Million in Outflows
The cryptocurrency market is facing renewed liquidity concerns as stablecoin supply contracts by $14.2 billion over 30 days, marking its largest decline since June 2022. At the same time, spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have recorded $299.9 million in net outflows, adding to concerns about weakening institutional demand and reduced investor confidence. These developments highlight […] The post Stablecoin Supply Shrinks $14.2 Billion as Bitcoin ETFs Record $299.9 Million in Outflows appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nvidia’s Jensen Huang Faces Scrutiny as Succession Concerns Raise Questions About the Company’s Future
Nvidia’s leadership has become a subject of unusual scrutiny as questions surrounding chief executive Jensen Huang raise a broader issue: what happens to one of the world’s most influential technology companies if its long-serving founder is suddenly unable to lead it? Reports describing an alleged affair involving Huang and a woman suspected of spying for […] The post Nvidia’s Jensen Huang Faces Scrutiny as Succession Concerns Raise Questions About the Company’s Future appeared first on Tekedia.
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Taiwan Insists on Equal Participation at APEC Summit as Tensions With China Deepen
Taiwan will participate in this year’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders’ summit in China on the basis of equal treatment among members, President Lai Ching-te said on Thursday, as Taipei seeks assurances that Beijing will not use its position as host to restrict the island’s participation. Lai’s comments came as Taiwan appointed Acer founder Stan […] The post Taiwan Insists on Equal Participation at APEC Summit as Tensions With China Deepen appeared first on Tekedia.
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Choosing Product Photos for an AI Image to Video Generator
An AI Image to Video Generator gives a business another use for its product photography: a still image can become the starting point for a short moving scene. The useful decision comes before generation, when the merchant chooses what that scene should communicate. A bottle presented against a changing background is one job. Showing how […] The post Choosing Product Photos for an AI Image to Video Generator appeared first on Tekedia.
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Why Football Fans Are Spending More Time on Online Platforms
Football fans no longer limit their involvement with the sport to ninety minutes on matchday. Many now follow team news throughout the week, discuss tactical decisions, watch highlights, and check player statistics whenever they have a few spare minutes. Smartphones and online services make these activities easy to access. As a result, football occupies a […] The post Why Football Fans Are Spending More Time on Online Platforms appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Future Is Female Mentorship Applications Close Tomorrow: What African Women Tech Founders Should Know
Innov8tiv Innov8tiv - Tech news, AI, apps, and startups from Africa and beyond With applications closing tomorrow, November 13, 2026, early-stage African women tech entrepreneurs have one last chance to… The Future Is Female Mentorship Applications Close Tomorrow: What African Women Tech Founders Should Know Innov8tiv.com
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Nvidia Shares Plunge as Jensen Huang Resigns, Leaving $4tn AI Chipmaker Without Permanent Successor
Nvidia’s leadership crisis has reached a decisive point, with co-founder Jensen Huang resigning as president and chief executive just days after admitting to an extramarital affair that triggered questions about corporate governance, national security and the company’s dependence on its long-serving leader. The chipmaker said in a regulatory filing on Thursday that its board accepted […] The post Nvidia Shares Plunge as Jensen Huang Resigns, Leaving $4tn AI Chipmaker Without Permanent Successor appeared first on Tekedia.
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Chinese AI Firms Rush to Secure Overseas Nvidia Computing Capacity Amid US Export Control Fears
Chinese artificial intelligence companies are seeking to secure access to Nvidia-powered data centers outside China, fearing that a controversy involving the chipmaker’s chief executive, Jensen Huang, could give Washington fresh impetus to restrict their ability to use advanced US processors remotely. Three people familiar with the matter told Reuters that a major Chinese cloud provider […] The post Chinese AI Firms Rush to Secure Overseas Nvidia Computing Capacity Amid US Export Control Fears appeared first on Tekedia.
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Oil Prices Slip as Strait of Hormuz Attacks Offset Higher OPEC+ Output, Treasury Yields Rise
Oil prices edged lower on Thursday as renewed attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and uncertainty over negotiations involving Iran and Ukraine offset expectations of increased crude supply. Brent crude futures fell 37 cents, or 0.4%, to $92.39 a barrel at 0946 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude declined by the same […] The post Oil Prices Slip as Strait of Hormuz Attacks Offset Higher OPEC+ Output, Treasury Yields Rise appeared first on Tekedia.
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Global Stocks Slide as Nvidia Leadership Crisis Hits Chipmakers and AI Trade
Global stocks fell on Thursday as concerns over Nvidia’s leadership intensified pressure on technology shares, with an 8.8% plunge in the chipmaker’s stock after hours spreading losses across Asian markets and weighing on US equity futures. The sell-off followed reports that Nvidia’s board had met to consider whether to remove longtime chief executive Jensen Huang, […] The post Global Stocks Slide as Nvidia Leadership Crisis Hits Chipmakers and AI Trade appeared first on Tekedia.
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India Considers Limits on Private Equity Control of Multiple Non-Bank Lenders to Contain Financial Risks
India’s central bank is preparing rules that could prevent private equity firms from exercising control over more than one non-bank lender, a move aimed at limiting the risk that financial distress at a major investment firm could spread across several institutions in the country’s rapidly expanding credit market. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is […] The post India Considers Limits on Private Equity Control of Multiple Non-Bank Lenders to Contain Financial Risks appeared first on Tekedia.
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Citi Targets Chinese Global Expansion and Rising Yuan Use to Grow Currency Business
Citi is seeking to expand its foreign exchange and cross-border banking businesses by capitalizing on the international growth of Chinese companies and the increasing use of the yuan in global trade, according to Reuters. The strategy positions the Wall Street bank to benefit from Beijing’s efforts to promote the yuan as an international currency, even […] The post Citi Targets Chinese Global Expansion and Rising Yuan Use to Grow Currency Business appeared first on Tekedia.
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Google’s $33 Billion Anthropic Investment Could Become a $132 Billion Stake as IPO Demand Surges
Google’s investment in artificial intelligence company Anthropic is emerging as one of the most valuable strategic bets in the rapidly expanding AI industry. The technology giant’s reported $33 billion investment is expected to translate into an approximately 10% ownership stake in Anthropic, potentially worth $132 billion based on the company’s latest valuation expectations. At the […] The post Google’s $33 Billion Anthropic Investment Could Become a $132 Billion Stake as IPO Demand Surges appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bitcoin’s Correlation With US Stocks Rises as Market Selloff Spreads Beyond AI Shares
Bitcoin’s relationship with traditional financial markets is becoming increasingly visible as volatility spreads across global assets. During last week’s market selloff, Bitcoin’s correlation with US equities climbed significantly, highlighting how digital assets can become vulnerable when broader financial markets experience sudden declines. According to Fidelity Investments’ Jurrien Timmer, the growing correlation was part of a […] The post Bitcoin’s Correlation With US Stocks Rises as Market Selloff Spreads Beyond AI Shares appeared first on Tekedia.
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Peter Schiff Disputes Trump’s Stock Market Wealth Narrative, Cites $1.4 Billion from Meme Coin
American stockbroker and financial commentator Peter Schiff, has challenged President Donald Trump’s explanation of his recent wealth gains. Trump had attributed increases in his net worth to the performance of the broader stock market and the idea that he had prospered alongside other investors. Schiff argued that a substantial portion of those gains instead came […] The post Peter Schiff Disputes Trump’s Stock Market Wealth Narrative, Cites $1.4 Billion from Meme Coin appeared first on Tekedia.
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Michael van de Poppe Advises Crypto Investors Against Selling Amid November Market Slump
Crypto analyst Michael Van De Poppe has urged investors to buy the dip amid a 15-20% crypto market correction in November, calling it a poor time to sell ahead of expected capital inflows. Poppe issued a clear message to investors: selling into weakness now risks missing one of the cycle’s most significant opportunities. He wrote […] The post Michael van de Poppe Advises Crypto Investors Against Selling Amid November Market Slump appeared first on Tekedia.
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Anthropic Founders Prepare $1.75B Stock Sale as Nvidia Chip Restrictions Face New China Test
Anthropic’s planned initial public offering is drawing attention to its valuation ambitions and the wealth its founders are preparing to realise. Meanwhile, reports that a Chinese university linked to the People’s Liberation Army obtained restricted Nvidia processors highlight another challenge for artificial intelligence: controlling access to powerful technology as competition intensifies. According to Anthropic’s updated […] The post Anthropic Founders Prepare $1.75B Stock Sale as Nvidia Chip Restrictions Face New China Test appeared first on Tekedia.
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Anthropic’s $600 Billion Revenue Ambition and CoreWeave’s Explosive Growth Highlight the AI Boom
The artificial intelligence industry is entering a new phase of expansion as investment in advanced models, computing infrastructure and enterprise applications accelerates. Goldman Sachs projects that Anthropic’s revenue could exceed $600 billion by 2030, reflecting the enormous commercial opportunity surrounding generative AI. Meanwhile, CoreWeave has reported another impressive quarter, recording $3.66 billion in third-quarter revenue, […] The post Anthropic’s $600 Billion Revenue Ambition and CoreWeave’s Explosive Growth Highlight the AI Boom appeared first on Tekedia.
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Deutsche Bank Expands Into Institutional Crypto Custody With New Services
Deutsche Bank is strengthening its position in the rapidly evolving digital asset industry by rolling out cryptocurrency custody services for institutional clients. The move represents another important step in the integration of traditional banking and blockchain-based financial infrastructure, as major financial institutions increasingly recognize the commercial opportunities emerging from digital assets. Crypto custody has become […] The post Deutsche Bank Expands Into Institutional Crypto Custody With New Services appeared first on Tekedia.
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OpenAI Revenue Surges 50% to $10 Billion as Anthropic Founders Prepare $1.75 Billion Stock Sale Ahead of IPO
OpenAI’s reported third-quarter revenue growth and Anthropic’s planned share sale ahead of its initial public offering highlight the extraordinary financial momentum surrounding artificial intelligence. The developments reveal two sides of the sector’s rapid expansion: rising demand for AI services is translating into substantial revenue, while early investors and founders are preparing to realise significant value […] The post OpenAI Revenue Surges 50% to $10 Billion as Anthropic Founders Prepare $1.75 Billion Stock Sale Ahead of IPO appeared first on Tekedia.
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US October CPI Rises 0.4% as Bitcoin ETFs Record Fourth Consecutive Day of Outflows
The United States inflation outlook is facing renewed uncertainty after October’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 0.4% month over month, exceeding economists’ expectations of 0.3%. The higher-than-anticipated reading highlights persistent price pressures in the world’s largest economy and could complicate the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decisions. Meanwhile, US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded […] The post US October CPI Rises 0.4% as Bitcoin ETFs Record Fourth Consecutive Day of Outflows appeared first on Tekedia.
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Palestine’s Postponed Elections: The Challenges of Political Representation and Democratic Renewal
The postponement of Palestine’s legislative elections, scheduled for November 28, 2026, has exposed the political crisis facing Palestinians. President Mahmoud Abbas has set September 11, 2027, for simultaneous presidential and legislative elections. The delay may be presented as a practical response to extraordinary conditions, but it extends a democratic vacuum that has weakened confidence in […] The post Palestine’s Postponed Elections: The Challenges of Political Representation and Democratic Renewal appeared first on Tekedia.
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Traditional Banks Invest $270 Million in Stablecoin Venture as Visa Expands Settlement Support to Monad
The global financial industry is accelerating its adoption of blockchain technology as major financial institutions and payment companies deepen their involvement in digital assets. Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, Santander and Deutsche Bank have reportedly committed approximately $270 million to a joint stablecoin venture, highlighting the growing interest among traditional banks in developing blockchain-based financial infrastructure. Meanwhile, […] The post Traditional Banks Invest $270 Million in Stablecoin Venture as Visa Expands Settlement Support to Monad appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bitcoin Faces a Critical Market Turning Point as Bearish Indicators Flash Warning Signals
Bitcoin is approaching a critical turning point as several major market indicators simultaneously signal weakening momentum. After months of volatility and changing investor sentiment, the cryptocurrency market is facing a combination of pressures that could determine its next major direction. Recent data suggests that Bitcoin is experiencing one of its weakest demand environments in months, […] The post Bitcoin Faces a Critical Market Turning Point as Bearish Indicators Flash Warning Signals appeared first on Tekedia.
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China Drugmakers Turn to AI Medical Apps as Anti-Corruption Crackdown Disrupts Traditional Sales Channels
Chinese pharmaceutical companies are shifting more of their engagement with doctors towards artificial intelligence-powered medical platforms, seeking new ways to promote medicines and clinical research after a government crackdown on healthcare corruption made traditional hospital-based marketing more difficult. A growing number of AI assistants designed specifically for medical professionals have entered China’s market this year, […] The post China Drugmakers Turn to AI Medical Apps as Anti-Corruption Crackdown Disrupts Traditional Sales Channels appeared first on Tekedia.
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