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Bitcoin Surges Past $65,000: Is The Bull Run Back on?
Bitcoin has climbed back above the key $65,000 level, drawing fresh attention from traders and crypto enthusiasts. The crypto asset continued its recovery on Wednesday, trading around $65,551 after gaining more than 4% in the previous session. Recent trading data shows the surge followed a period of consolidation in the low-to-mid $60,000 range earlier in […] The post Bitcoin Surges Past $65,000: Is The Bull Run Back on? appeared first on Tekedia.
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Schneider Electric says Africa’s electricity grid is the next AI battleground
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Paystack expands Pesalink partnership to bring bank transfers into checkout
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Why Goldenbet Is The Best Platform For Secure Betting
Introduction Online sports betting and live casino gaming are thrilling, but platform safety must always be your top priority. Goldenbet stands out as an industry leader by combining strict licensing, advanced encryption, and guaranteed payouts to deliver a highly secure betting environment. Key Takeaways Verified Licensing: Legal protection through international gaming authorities. Data Protection: Advanced […] The post Why Goldenbet Is The Best Platform For Secure Betting appeared first on Tekedia.
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India-UK Free Trade Agreement Takes Effect, Opening Billions in Trade, Investment, and Services Opportunities
India and the United Kingdom’s landmark free trade agreement officially came into force on Wednesday, ushering in one of the most significant bilateral trade deals signed by either country in recent years. The pact eliminates or reduces tariffs on thousands of products, expands market access for services companies and professionals, and is expected to deepen […] The post India-UK Free Trade Agreement Takes Effect, Opening Billions in Trade, Investment, and Services Opportunities appeared first on Tekedia.
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Japan PM Takaichi Dismisses Link Between Policy Blueprint And Bond Market Rout As Scrutiny Over Fiscal Shift Intensifies
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Wednesday rejected suggestions that her government’s draft economic blueprint triggered the sharp selloff in Japanese government bonds (JGBs), as investors continue to question whether Tokyo is moving away from decades of fiscal restraint while exerting greater influence over monetary policy. Speaking in parliament, Takaichi said it was incorrect to […] The post Japan PM Takaichi Dismisses Link Between Policy Blueprint And Bond Market Rout As Scrutiny Over Fiscal Shift Intensifies appeared first on Tekedia.
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ASML Lifts Outlook Again As AI Chip Boom Fuels Record Demand, Expands Production Capacity Despite China Export Curbs
ASML raised its full-year guidance for the second time this year after posting stronger-than-expected second-quarter results, as the artificial intelligence investment boom continues to drive unprecedented demand for advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment despite investors’ concern about the sustainability of industry spending. The Dutch semiconductor equipment maker, the world’s sole supplier of extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography […] The post ASML Lifts Outlook Again As AI Chip Boom Fuels Record Demand, Expands Production Capacity Despite China Export Curbs appeared first on Tekedia.
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Small, Sustainable, Scalable.
Moyosoreoluwa Ogundipe, President, Parere_Inc, USA. Introduction Businesses usually start small. Although some can secure the resources to skip the small-business stage, most businesses experience it for a couple of years, while some remain there. Small businesses are often hailed as a vital segment of our national and local economies and a primary driver of U.S. […] The post Small, Sustainable, Scalable. appeared first on Tekedia.
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Romania’s Digital Product Economy and the Business of Frictionless Online Experiences
Romania has become one of Eastern Europe’s most interesting environments for digital entrepreneurship. Its combination of strong technical talent, widespread connectivity and a growing appetite for mobile services has created favorable conditions for startups, software companies and entertainment platforms. From fintech applications to gaming products, Romanian consumers increasingly expect online services to be fast, intuitive […] The post Romania’s Digital Product Economy and the Business of Frictionless Online Experiences appeared first on Tekedia.
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Distribution-Market Fit: the missing milestone between product-market fit and scale
Almost none of the African startups that died in the last five years died because the product was bad. The graveyard is full of great products that died after they hit product-market fit. And nobody has a clear explanation, apart from blaming funding. I have been sitting with this thought for years, and Chimoney is […] The post Distribution-Market Fit: the missing milestone between product-market fit and scale appeared first on Tekedia.
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OnePlus is pulling out of the US and Europe: What we know so far
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Digital lenders top Kenya’s consumer complaint list despite reforms
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Amazon finds space in SA
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AI Demand Drives SK Hynix Higher as Smartphone Industry Faces Memory Shortages
SK Hynix has officially entered Wall Street history. The South Korean memory-chip giant made its Nasdaq debut at $149 per share, raising more than $26 billion in what has become the largest foreign listing ever completed on a US exchange. Yet the celebration was quickly followed by turbulence, as the company’s Seoul-listed shares plunged 15.4% […] The post AI Demand Drives SK Hynix Higher as Smartphone Industry Faces Memory Shortages appeared first on Tekedia.
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European Union Backs Major Chip Investment Amid Global Semiconductor Race
The European Union has approved Germany’s plan to invest €659 million in semiconductor manufacturing facilities, marking another significant step in Europe’s broader effort to strengthen technological sovereignty and reduce dependence on foreign chip suppliers. The decision comes at a time when semiconductors have become one of the most strategically important commodities in the global economy, […] The post European Union Backs Major Chip Investment Amid Global Semiconductor Race appeared first on Tekedia.
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AFX Launches Sovereign Layer 1 to Compete in the Exploding Perpetual Futures Market
Perpetual decentralized exchanges (Perp DEXs) have emerged as one of the most active sectors in the cryptocurrency industry, signaling a major shift in how traders access leverage, liquidity, and derivatives markets. With approximately $21.9 billion in daily trading volume, perpetual futures platforms are increasingly competing with centralized exchanges, demonstrating that on-chain trading infrastructure is becoming […] The post AFX Launches Sovereign Layer 1 to Compete in the Exploding Perpetual Futures Market appeared first on Tekedia.
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Why Apple Is Outperforming the Smartphone Market in 2026
Apple’s ascent to a new all-time high has become one of the most remarkable stories in global markets. On July 13, the technology giant closed at $317.31 per share, lifting its market capitalization to roughly $4.7 trillion. The achievement is particularly striking because it comes at a time when the broader smartphone industry is struggling. […] The post Why Apple Is Outperforming the Smartphone Market in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Why Investors Are Betting on Crypto Infrastructure Stocks in 2026
The latest developments in entertainment and financial markets highlight two very different but equally significant trends shaping global industries. On one hand, the animated universe of Claynosaurz is expanding into mainstream media with the release of its first season on Amazon Prime. On the other, investors are closely monitoring companies tied to Bitcoin and the […] The post Why Investors Are Betting on Crypto Infrastructure Stocks in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Japan Reclassifies Cryptos as Financial Assets, Tightening Oversight and Opening the Door to Wider Institutional Adoption
Japan has approved one of its most significant cryptocurrency regulatory overhauls in years, passing legislation that will formally classify digital assets as financial assets rather than payment instruments. The move tightens oversight of the rapidly growing sector, extends insider trading rules to crypto markets and further integrates digital assets into Japan’s mainstream financial system. The […] The post Japan Reclassifies Cryptos as Financial Assets, Tightening Oversight and Opening the Door to Wider Institutional Adoption appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Impact of DeepSeek’s IPO on Global Tech Investors
Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek is reportedly preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) as early as this year, a move that could become one of the most significant events in the global AI industry. The potential listing comes amid growing investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence companies and intensifying competition between Chinese and American technology […] The post The Impact of DeepSeek’s IPO on Global Tech Investors appeared first on Tekedia.
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Lookonchain Data Reveals Major ETH Accumulation Amid Fears of Government Bitcoin Selling
The cryptocurrency market is once again being shaped by the movements of large holders and institutional wallets, with recent blockchain data suggesting a growing divergence between bullish Ethereum sentiment and renewed concerns over potential Bitcoin selling pressure. On-chain analytics platform Lookonchain has highlighted significant whale activity in Ethereum, while a long-dormant Bitcoin wallet linked to […] The post Lookonchain Data Reveals Major ETH Accumulation Amid Fears of Government Bitcoin Selling appeared first on Tekedia.
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National Attention Turns to Trump’s Speech on 2020 Election Allegations
U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to address the nation on Thursday at 9 p.m. Eastern Time regarding newly declassified information related to alleged irregularities in the 2020 presidential election. The announcement has already generated significant political interest, with supporters and critics alike closely watching for details about the documents and their potential implications. The […] The post National Attention Turns to Trump’s Speech on 2020 Election Allegations appeared first on Tekedia.
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Meta’s Alleged Use of AI in Layoff Decisions Raises Ethical Concerns
A recent report alleging that Meta used artificial intelligence software to identify employees with medical issues during workforce reductions has reignited concerns about the growing role of AI in corporate decision-making. If proven true, the claims would represent a troubling intersection of technology, privacy, and labor rights, raising fundamental questions about how companies should deploy […] The post Meta’s Alleged Use of AI in Layoff Decisions Raises Ethical Concerns appeared first on Tekedia.
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Trump Administration Launches AI Cybersecurity Coordination Network to Protect Critical Infrastructure
The Trump administration has formally launched a new cybersecurity coordination initiative that brings together leading artificial intelligence developers and operators of critical infrastructure to identify, share, and respond to software vulnerabilities uncovered by powerful AI systems, marking another step toward a more active federal role in AI oversight. The White House said the initiative implements […] The post Trump Administration Launches AI Cybersecurity Coordination Network to Protect Critical Infrastructure appeared first on Tekedia.
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Global Markets Brace for Impact as Trump Targets Strait of Hormuz Shipping
The escalating confrontation between the United States and Iran has entered a dangerous new phase, with President Donald Trump reportedly proposing a 20% cargo fee on all shipments passing through the Strait of Hormuz while simultaneously formally notifying Congress that the United States is at war with Iran. The move, if fully implemented, could dramatically […] The post Global Markets Brace for Impact as Trump Targets Strait of Hormuz Shipping appeared first on Tekedia.
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Hyperliquid’s Rise Signals a New Era for Decentralized Perpetual Trading
Hyperliquid has reached a significant milestone in the cryptocurrency derivatives market, capturing a record 9.1% share of aggregate perpetual futures open interest compared with centralized exchanges. The achievement marks a major shift in market structure and highlights the growing influence of decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms in areas that were once dominated almost exclusively by centralized […] The post Hyperliquid’s Rise Signals a New Era for Decentralized Perpetual Trading appeared first on Tekedia.
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Constitutional Battle Over Trump’s Tariffs and Its $81 Billion Price Tag
The United States government now faces one of the largest potential refund obligations in recent trade history after a Supreme Court ruling declared President Donald Trump’s tariffs illegal. The decision, which could require the Treasury to return approximately $81 billion in collected duties, has reignited debate over executive authority, trade policy, and the long-term consequences […] The post Constitutional Battle Over Trump’s Tariffs and Its $81 Billion Price Tag appeared first on Tekedia.
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$100 Million in Crypto Shorts Wiped Out as Inflation Data Sparks Market Rally
The cryptocurrency market experienced a dramatic surge after the latest U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report revealed the largest monthly decline in inflation since 2020, triggering a massive short squeeze that erased more than $100 million in bearish crypto positions. The event once again demonstrated the close relationship between macroeconomic indicators and digital asset markets, […] The post $100 Million in Crypto Shorts Wiped Out as Inflation Data Sparks Market Rally appeared first on Tekedia.
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IBM’s 25% Stock Drop Raises Questions About Its AI and Cloud Strategy
IBM’s shares plunged nearly 25% at the market open following the release of earnings that fell short of Wall Street expectations, marking one of the company’s sharpest single-day declines in recent years. The dramatic sell-off highlights the increasingly unforgiving environment facing technology companies, where investors demand not only solid financial performance but also convincing growth […] The post IBM’s 25% Stock Drop Raises Questions About Its AI and Cloud Strategy appeared first on Tekedia.
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6 Best Sites to Buy Gift Cards Online Instantly in Nigeria (2026)
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Flutterwave Teams Up With SunFintech to Simplify Cross-Border Payments And FX Across Africa
SunFintech, a Mauritius-incorporated payment intermediary, has partnered with Flutterwave to enhance cross-border payments, foreign exchange liquidity, and treasury operations across Africa. By leveraging Flutterwave’s pan-African payment infrastructure, the company aims to eliminate settlement delays, enable seamless multi-currency transactions, and build a robust treasury ecosystem to support its expansion across the continent. The partnership comes as […] The post Flutterwave Teams Up With SunFintech to Simplify Cross-Border Payments And FX Across Africa appeared first on Tekedia.
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Why Nigeria’s ntel is pivoting from telecom operator to infrastructure company
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Nvidia Cuts Asia’s AI Chip Customers In Half As U.S. Export Crackdown Squeezes Access
Nvidia has reportedly cut by more than half the number of Asian customers authorized to purchase its advanced artificial intelligence chips after introducing a stringent “white list” approval system. The move highlights the growing impact of U.S. export controls on the global AI supply chain and intensifies pressure on cloud providers operating across Asia. The […] The post Nvidia Cuts Asia’s AI Chip Customers In Half As U.S. Export Crackdown Squeezes Access appeared first on Tekedia.
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China’s Robotics Startup LimX Dynamics to Go Public, Joining the Country’s Humanoid Robotics Race Toward IPO
Chinese humanoid robotics startup LimX Dynamics is preparing to go public just four years after its founding, marking the extraordinary pace at which China’s embodied artificial intelligence industry is evolving as investors pour billions into one of the country’s fastest-growing technology sectors. Founder and Chief Executive Will Zhang said an initial public offering is no […] The post China’s Robotics Startup LimX Dynamics to Go Public, Joining the Country’s Humanoid Robotics Race Toward IPO appeared first on Tekedia.
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Semiconductor Startup Tylsemi Raises $43m in Seed Fund To Develop Modular Chip Tech
TYLSemi, a semiconductor startup founded by former AlphaWave executives shortly after Qualcomm acquired the company, has raised $43 million in seed funding to develop modular chip technology aimed at helping companies build custom artificial intelligence processors more quickly and at lower cost. The fundraising comes as demand for custom AI chips accelerates beyond hyperscalers such […] The post Semiconductor Startup Tylsemi Raises $43m in Seed Fund To Develop Modular Chip Tech appeared first on Tekedia.
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In Search of Unstoppable Africans, Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) Invites Nominations from Across the Continent
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