Credit to Nigeria’s private sector posted a modest increase in February 2026, offering a tentative sign of recovery in lending activity, but the broader trend still points to a banking system under strain from high interest rates, tight liquidity conditions, and rising government demand for domestic funds. Latest monetary and credit statistics from the Central […] The post Private Sector Credit Edges Up to N75.62tn as Government Borrowing Tightens Grip on Bank Lending appeared first on Tekedia.

Coinbase has contributed its x402 protocol to the newly launched x402 Foundation under the Linux Foundation, turning it into a vendor-neutral open standard with broad industry backing. x402 revives the long-dormant HTTP 402 Payment Required status code (part of the original HTTP spec but rarely used) to embed payments directly into standard web/HTTP interactions. Instead […] The post Coinbase Contributes its x402 Protocol to Newly Launched x402 Foundation under Linux Foundation appeared first on Tekedia.

X, formerly Twitter, is rolling out a new anti-scam measure that will automatically lock accounts the first time they mention cryptocurrency. According to Nikita Bier, X’s Head of Product, the platform will auto-lock any account that posts about crypto for the first time in its history. The account will then require additional identity verification or […] The post X Rolling Out New Anti-Scam Measure Which Locks Account for First Time Mentioning Crypto appeared first on Tekedia.

A cluster of 6 wallets, funded via Bitget deposits, coordinated a leveraged long position exceeding $10 million on XPL likely a perpetual futures contract on the Hyperliquid decentralized exchange. The wallets deposited around $1.5 million in collateral. They aggressively built long exposure, pushing or riding the price of XPL upward. As unrealized profits grew, they […] The post Cluster of 6 Wallets Coordinated a Leveraged Long Position Exceeding $10M on XPL appeared first on Tekedia.

SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) has announced the launch of SoFi Big Business Banking. This new enterprise platform allows businesses and institutional clients to manage both traditional fiat (U.S. dollars) and cryptocurrency—including stablecoins—within a single, regulated, nationally chartered bank environment. Companies can hold deposits, move funds, convert between USD and stablecoins such as SoFi’s own fully […] The post SoFi Technologies Launches a Big Business Banking Platform  appeared first on Tekedia.

Pumpcade just announced an oversubscribed $1M pre-seed round led by Pump.fun, with participation from Foundation Capital and angel investor RadioSolace. The round was announced on April 2, 2026, and the project is building fast, livestream-native prediction markets with automated, provable resolutions via official APIs and deterministic data sources instead of committee-based or oracle-heavy setups. What […] The post Pumpcade Announces An Oversubscribed $1M Pre-seed Round Led by Pump.fun  appeared first on Tekedia.

Prediction market data suggests that Tesla CEO and founder Elon Musk, is increasingly on track to make financial history, with traders assigning roughly a 71% probability that he will become the world’s first trillionaire by the end of 2026. The forecast, drawn from Polymarket, reflects growing confidence in the continued rise of Musk’s wealth largely […] The post Elon Musk Has a 71% Chance to Hit Trillionaire Status by 2026, Says Polymarket appeared first on Tekedia.

Introduction The demand for skilled networking professionals continues to rise as businesses increasingly rely on digital infrastructure and secure communication systems. Among the most respected certifications in the networking world is the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA). This certification not only validates your networking knowledge but also opens doors to a wide range of career […] The post Mastering CCNA Certification: Proven Strategies, Smart Resources, and Exam Success Blueprint appeared first on Tekedia.

Cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses operate, making it one of the most in-demand skills in today’s technology landscape. Organizations are increasingly adopting cloud solutions to enhance efficiency, scalability, and innovation. As a result, professionals with cloud expertise are highly sought after. Certifications play a vital role in validating cloud skills and helping individuals […] The post Unlocking Cloud Career Success with Microsoft Azure Certifications appeared first on Tekedia.

Introduction to the Growing Importance of IT Certifications In the modern digital age, the demand for skilled IT professionals continues to rise at an unprecedented rate. Organizations across the globe rely heavily on technology to operate efficiently, which has created a strong need for qualified individuals who can manage, maintain, and secure IT systems. Certifications […] The post Building a Future-Proof IT Career with CompTIA Certifications appeared first on Tekedia.

Introduction to Microsoft Certification Preparation Microsoft certifications are essential for IT professionals who want to validate their skills and stay competitive in the industry. Certifications such as MS-500 and MS-900 are highly valued because they focus on critical areas like security, compliance, and cloud fundamentals. These exams require a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical […] The post A Complete Roadmap to Microsoft Certification Success with Trusted Study Resources appeared first on Tekedia.

Introduction to Azure Certification Success Microsoft Azure certifications have become a critical asset for IT professionals who want to excel in cloud computing, networking, and data engineering. With organizations rapidly migrating to cloud-based infrastructures, certifications like AZ-700 and DP-203 are in high demand. These exams validate your ability to design, implement, and manage Azure solutions […] The post The Ultimate Guide to Passing Azure Certifications with Smart Preparation Techniques appeared first on Tekedia.

Two senior Democratic senators have called for an urgent federal investigation into whether government insiders may have profited from advance knowledge of major White House policy decisions. The calls focus on stock and derivatives trades, escalating scrutiny over a string of suspicious trades placed ahead of market-moving announcements tied to President Donald Trump’s agenda. Sens. […] The post U.S. Senators Demand Insider Stock & Derivatives Trading Probe Over Well-Timed Bets Ahead of Trump Policy Moves appeared first on Tekedia.

China’s top cyberspace regulator has proposed strict new rules for the fast-growing world of digital humans, requiring every virtual character to carry a clear label and banning services that offer “virtual intimate relationships” to anyone under 18. The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) released the draft regulations on Friday for public comment until May 6. […] The post Beijing Cracks Down on Digital Humans with Tough New Draft Rules appeared first on Tekedia.

U.S. stocks ended Thursday’s holiday-shortened session on a mixed note, recovering from sharper early losses as tentative diplomatic signals from the Middle East helped calm nerves over a possible prolonged disruption to global oil supplies. The late rebound allowed Wall Street to close out its strongest week in four months, even as investors remained on […] The post Wall Street Closes Mixed as Middle East Diplomacy Eases Oil Fears, Caps Strongest Week in Four Months appeared first on Tekedia.

Artificial intelligence is already reshaping the ride-hailing business in a way that would have seemed futuristic only a few years ago: some Uber drivers are now relying on Tesla’s Full Self-Driving system to handle part of the driving task, and Uber’s chief executive is openly acknowledging it. In remarks on Peter Diamandis’ Moonshots podcast, Uber […] The post Uber Drivers Are Already Using Tesla’s AI on the Road as Dara Khosrowshahi Signals Comfort With the Shift appeared first on Tekedia.

Chinese semiconductor companies posted blockbuster revenues in 2025, turning years of U.S. export restrictions into an unexpected tailwind that has accelerated Beijing’s push for homegrown technology and reshaped supply chains across the industry. Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. (SMIC), the country’s flagship foundry, reported full-year sales of $9.3 billion — a 16 percent jump and the […] The post Chinese Chipmakers Post $9.3bn Record Revenues as U.S. Curbs Fuel Self-Reliance Drive appeared first on Tekedia.

Microsoft is starting to see meaningful pickup in paid subscriptions for its flagship AI assistant, Copilot for Microsoft 365, after months of Wall Street skepticism and internal hand-wringing over sluggish corporate adoption, according to an internal town hall meeting. Judson Althoff, the company’s executive vice president and chief commercial officer, told employees on Thursday that […] The post Microsoft Copilot Finally Shows Real Traction in Enterprise Sales After Slow Start, Top Executive Says appeared first on Tekedia.

Markets right now are choppy, and most meme coins are feeling it. TRUMP is down roughly 10% this week, and a large custody transfer is raising fresh questions about where sell pressure comes from next. TAO tells a different story, up nearly 19.5% over the same period, with its decentralized AI angle drawing real attention. […] The post TRUMP Coin and Bittensor TAO Lose Appeal as Buyers Lock In BlockDAG 85x Cheaper Before April 8 appeared first on Tekedia.

Removing a difficult manager is rarely as straightforward as filing a complaint with senior leadership, according to former Amazon vice president Ethan Evans, who says employees often underestimate the institutional resistance that protects poor leadership. In remarks on The Peterman Pod, Evans offered a blunt assessment of how workplace complaints are typically received at the […] The post Why Reporting a Bad Boss Often Fails: Former Amazon Executive Urges Workers to ‘Play Chess, Not Checkers’ appeared first on Tekedia.

Anchor, a global banking and payments infrastructure platform, has announced the acquisition of key regulatory licences in Nigeria and Canada, marking a significant milestone in its expansion strategy. The company has secured a Microfinance Bank (MFB) licence and an International Money Transfer Operator (IMTO) licence in Nigeria. In addition, Anchor obtained a Money Services Business […] The post Anchor Secures Nigerian And Canadian Licenses as it Crosses $2.5 Billion in Transactions appeared first on Tekedia.

Less than a year after Anthropic publicly cast China as an “adversarial nation” and moved to restrict access to its artificial intelligence tools, the US start-up has found itself facing an uncomfortable irony: its own proprietary code is now being dissected by the very developer community it sought to keep out. What began as a […] The post Anthropic’s Claude Code Leak Sparks Frenzy in China, Exposes Fragility of AI’s Closed-Door Strategy appeared first on Tekedia.

The world’s most closely watched physical oil benchmark surged to its highest level since the global financial crisis on Thursday, underscoring the growing disconnect between the paper market and the reality of an acute supply shock triggered by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The spot price for prompt physical cargoes of Brent crude, […] The post Dated Brent Crude Spikes Above $141 in the Sharpest Supply Squeeze Since 2008 as Hormuz Closure Jolts oil Market appeared first on Tekedia.

Microsoft is making one of its biggest strategic bets in Asia, announcing a 1.6 trillion yen ($10 billion) investment in Japan over the next four years to expand artificial intelligence infrastructure, deepen cybersecurity cooperation, and address a looming talent shortage that threatens the country’s digital ambitions. The investment, which runs from 2026 through 2029, was […] The post Microsoft announces $10bn investment in Japan for AI and cyber defense expansion appeared first on Tekedia.

In an age that often rewards volume over judgment, Yasam Ayavefe stands out for a style of business thinking that places structure ahead of showmanship. A venture does not become durable because it attracts attention early. That is the lens through which Yasam Ayavefe is viewed, not merely as an entrepreneur pursuing expansion, but as […] The post Yasam Ayavefe Explains How Strong Systems Create Lasting Business Success appeared first on Tekedia.

Africa's fintech companies are ready to scale regionally. The CBN Fintech Policy Insight Report identifies regulatory passporting as a pathway to reduce cross-border fragmentation but operators, investors, and infrastructure builders agree: a licence is only the first step. The harder work starts after.

She was at BlackRock for five years as a relationship manager, helping investors build wealth quietly, predictably, over time. Then she came back to Kenya in 2020 .

Bitcoin’s recent attempt to stabilize is facing renewed pressure as geopolitical risks return to the forefront of global markets. Following remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting the possibility of intensified strikes against Iran in the coming weeks, investor sentiment across risk assets weakened. Cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, declined alongside equities. Bitcoin fell by as much […] The post Bitcoin Under Pressure as Geopolitical Tensions Shake Market Confidence, Analysts Eye Potential Bottom appeared first on Tekedia.

In a Chinese electric vehicle market that is starting to show its age, Stellantis-backed Leapmotor is emerging as one of the clearest winners, delivering 110,155 new energy vehicles in the first three months of 2026 — a nearly 26 percent jump from a year earlier and its fourth straight quarter above the 100,000-unit mark. The […] The post Chinese Leapmotor Charges Forward with Strongest Quarterly Showing Yet as BYD’s Domestic Sales Slide Sharply appeared first on Tekedia.

Two signals: OpenAI acquires a podcast: “OpenAI has acquired TBPN, a fast-growing daily technology podcast with a strong Silicon Valley following, featuring guests such as Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.” Corgi launches a physical newspaper and café: Corgi, a Tekedia Capital portfolio company and one of the fastest-growing startups globally, has introduced a physical newspaper alongside […] The post From Supply to Demand: Why Modern Companies Are Building Influence Engines appeared first on Tekedia.

Africa’s digital asset sector is still early. The region has not yet produced its own listed crypto company, but it sits squarely inside this global shift toward regulated, institution-led crypto rails.

Tesla began 2026 with a delivery report that did little to calm investor concerns over the health of its core automotive business, even as the company continues to sell a long-term vision centered on robotaxis, humanoid robots, and energy infrastructure. The electric vehicle maker delivered 358,023 vehicles in the first quarter, missing Wall Street expectations […] The post Tesla Misses Q1 Delivery Estimates as Auto Business Slows While Musk Bets on Robots and Driverless Future appeared first on Tekedia.

Oil prices rocketed above the psychologically important $110-per-barrel mark on Thursday after President Donald Trump signaled that Washington was preparing for a further phase of military action against Iran over the next two to three weeks, sharply reversing the previous session’s optimism that the conflict might be nearing a diplomatic off-ramp. U.S. West Texas Intermediate […] The post Oil vaults 10% above $110 as Trump’s Iran escalation warning rattles markets appeared first on Tekedia.

The global online entertainment landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. While established Western markets have traditionally dictated the pace of digital consumption, a new narrative is being written in the high-growth corridors of Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa. These emerging markets are no longer just following trends; they are setting up them, forcing industry […] The post Global Trends in Online Entertainment: What Emerging Markets Are Teaching the Industry appeared first on Tekedia.

Cement Plc Board has announced the appointment of Mr. Geoffrey Ndugwa as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective 1st April 2026. Mr. Ndugwa succeeds Mr. Mohit Kapoor, who concludes his successful assignment in the country. A seasoned veteran of the Holcim Group, Mr. Ndugwa brings over two decades of executive experience across sub-Saharan Africa. He most recently […]

It is a concession to reality: for monetary policy and control reasons, crypto is unlikely to ever power everyday payments end-to-end.