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HPE Stock Surges 33% After Strong Earnings Beat
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) delivered a sharp rally in its stock after reporting stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings, sending shares up more than 33% in a single session as investors reassessed the company’s positioning in enterprise infrastructure demand cycles. As Hewlett Packard Enterprise disclosed results through Hewlett Packard Enterprise, the market reaction reflected renewed confidence in its […] The post HPE Stock Surges 33% After Strong Earnings Beat appeared first on Tekedia.
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How Weak Agreements Enable Military Regrouping, Cyber Attacks, and Election Interference in Modern Conflicts
A ceasefire that is rushed or poorly defined can appear to offer a path toward immediate de-escalation, but it often carries structural risks that are not visible in the initial diplomatic relief it generates. In conflicts involving sustained attrition, premature agreements frequently risk locking in battlefield realities that favor the side best positioned to exploit […] The post How Weak Agreements Enable Military Regrouping, Cyber Attacks, and Election Interference in Modern Conflicts appeared first on Tekedia.
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How X Corp’s New Video Replies Could Transform Social Media Engagement, Algorithm Ranking, and Creator Monetization
X reported rollout of a “React with Video” feature marks a notable shift in how social platforms are evolving beyond static engagement models toward richer, asynchronous, and more expressive communication layers. If implemented at scale, the feature would effectively transform reactions from simple likes, emojis, or text replies into short-form video responses embedded directly beneath […] The post How X Corp’s New Video Replies Could Transform Social Media Engagement, Algorithm Ranking, and Creator Monetization appeared first on Tekedia.
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CME Crypto Futures Go 24/7 As OpenSea Teases Hyperliquid Perps Platform Integration
The first weekend of 24/7 crypto futures trading on CME Group marked a structural shift in how traditional derivatives venues are adapting to crypto-native market expectations. Over $50 million in volume was recorded during the opening phase, a figure that is modest in absolute terms but significant in signaling demand for continuous trading access in […] The post CME Crypto Futures Go 24/7 As OpenSea Teases Hyperliquid Perps Platform Integration appeared first on Tekedia.
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Peter Schiff Predicts Bitcoin Crash Below $20K
Prominent Economist and Bitcoin critic Peter Schiff,  has once again predicted that Bitcoin is headed for a major crash, potentially falling below $20,000 after it plunged significantly below the $66k price level. Schiff, argues that BTC’s current price action reflects overconfidence among holders. He believes a decisive break of the $50,000 level would accelerate selling, […] The post Peter Schiff Predicts Bitcoin Crash Below $20K appeared first on Tekedia.
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Hyperliquid hits new ATHs in Price and Open Interest
Hyperliquid has emerged as one of the most closely watched decentralized derivatives platforms in crypto markets, and its latest surge to new all-time highs in both price and open interest signals a deeper structural shift in on-chain leverage, liquidity formation, and trader behavior. Unlike earlier DeFi cycles where activity was fragmented across multiple venues, Hyperliquid […] The post Hyperliquid hits new ATHs in Price and Open Interest appeared first on Tekedia.
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Google’s $80 Billion AI Infrastructure Expansion and Berkshire Hathaway’s $10B Bet Signal a New Era in Big Tech AI Spending
Alphabet Inc. is reportedly raising $80 billion in new capital to accelerate its artificial intelligence infrastructure expansion, marking one of the largest single-year capital mobilizations in the technology sector. The package reportedly includes a landmark $10 billion strategic investment from Berkshire Hathaway, signaling a rare intersection between traditional value investing and frontier AI infrastructure. The […] The post Google’s $80 Billion AI Infrastructure Expansion and Berkshire Hathaway’s $10B Bet Signal a New Era in Big Tech AI Spending appeared first on Tekedia.
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Hop into the SUV for the Academic Festival of Knowledge
Tekedia SUV is cruising through communities, campuses, offices, and innovation hubs, onboarding professionals, entrepreneurs, students, builders, innovators, and future leaders preparing to join the 20th Academic Festival of Tekedia Mini-MBA. If you have been considering joining this edition, now is the time to hop into the SUV. The destination is knowledge, capability, networks, and opportunities. […] The post Hop into the SUV for the Academic Festival of Knowledge appeared first on Tekedia.
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Greater Accra Regional Minister orders audit of all multi-storey buildings after June 3 disasters
Greater Accra Regional Minister Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo has announced sweeping enforcement and regulatory measures following Wednesday's building collapse at Adenta, a major fire outbreak in Accra's Central Business District and widespread flooding across parts of the capital. In a statement issued on June 4, the Minister said the incidents underscore the urgent need for stricter compliance with planning, building and environmental regulations.
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9-year-old left traumatised after court-ordered eviction displaces her family
A nine-year-old girl who watched armed police officers enter her family's home during an eviction exercise at Savanna Junction near Tema Community 25 says she is struggling to come to terms with the experience as dozens of residents remain displaced 24 hours after being forced from their properties.
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“Do we sell tomatoes here?”— Judge quips as accused seeks reduction in bail over police armoured vehicle theft case
Proceedings at the Kwadaso Circuit Court in Kumasi took a light-hearted turn on Thursday when the presiding judge, His Honour Jephtha Appau, jokingly asked whether the court was involved in the sale of tomatoes. The remark came after a 26-year-old man accused of stealing a police armoured vehicle pleaded with the court to reduce the bail conditions imposed on him.
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Health ministry query to KATH CEO ‘a knee-jerk response’—KADA
Doctors at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi are discontent with the Ministry of Health’s query issued to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the hospital over the temporary suspension of emergency case admissions.
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Interswitch joins race for Africa’s banking technology market with Temenos deal
The deal signals Interswitch's ambitions to become a broader banking technology provider and capture a larger share of banks’ technology spend.
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Building Economic Resilience: How FILMA is creating dignified livelihoods in rural Ghana
In the landscape of rural development, the transition from subsistence to sustainability is often cited as a goal; however, it is rarely measured with the precision of a fintech operation. Reflecting on the insights shared during the inaugural Financial Inclusion for Last Mile Actors (FILMA) Learning Event at the Accra Marriott Hotel, which hosted over […]
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Gov’t prioritising roads, markets and hospitals to improve lives and create jobs – Vice President
Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang says government’s focus on road infrastructure, market redevelopment and healthcare facilities is a deliberate response to the needs of Ghanaians, aimed at improving livelihoods and creating jobs across the country.
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Government considering mandatory photo ID checks for pornographic websites — Sam George
Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has disclosed that the government is preparing a policy proposal that would require users to verify their identity before accessing pornographic websites in Ghana. Speaking at the 4th African Inter-Parliamentary Conference on Family, Sovereignty and Values, the Ningo-Prampram MP said the proposal is intended to prevent children from being exposed to explicit online content.
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Ministers making ‘huge sacrifice’ to deliver government’s agenda – Vice President
Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has commended ministers and Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) for what she described as their sacrifices in advancing the government's development agenda.
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Oranges, Tangerines, and Lemons: Small fruits with big benefits for men
June is Men's Health Month, a time to reflect on the lifestyle choices that support health, wellbeing, and healthy ageing among men. Coincidentally, it is also a season when citrus fruits such as oranges, tangerines, lemons, and other citrus varieties are abundant across many parts of Ghana. This seasonal abundance is good news for men's health. Beyond their refreshing taste, citrus fruits are packed with a combination of nutrients and naturally occurring plant compounds that may contribute meaningfully to long-term health.
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Aflao Paramount Chief rejects Interior Minister’s claims on ‘illegal routes’, defends border communities
The Paramount Chief of the Aflao Traditional Area and President of the Aflao Traditional Council, Togbui Adzonugaga Amenya Fiti V, has strongly challenged recent claims by Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak regarding the existence of more than 100 alleged illegal entry routes in the Volta Region.
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FAO strengthens approach to accelerate agrifood systems transformation in Africa
Senior leaders of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) from across Africa gathered in Accra for the opening of the 15th FAO Regional Management Team (RMT15) Meeting, with a strong focus on innovation, improving efficiency, accelerating delivery and scaling impact for Members across the continent. Held under the theme “Driving Efficiency […]
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Why Polymarket’s No Resolution Sparked Controversy Over MicroStrategy BTC Exposure Interpretation
Polymarket is facing renewed scrutiny after its prediction market MSTR Sells Bitcoin Before March 31 resolved to No, triggering a wave of backlash from traders who argue the outcome fails to reflect the economic reality of MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin-related activities. The dispute has intensified debate over how decentralized prediction markets interpret ambiguous corporate behavior, especially when […] The post Why Polymarket’s No Resolution Sparked Controversy Over MicroStrategy BTC Exposure Interpretation appeared first on Tekedia.
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Beyond historical pathways: Securing the Volta-Togo border in an era of emerging threats
The recent remarks by the Minister for the Interior regarding the existence of more than one hundred unauthorised entry routes along the Volta-Togo border have generated considerable public discussion. While some have interpreted the Minister’s comments through historical, cultural, and political lenses, the broader issue before the nation is far more consequential. It is a […]
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Gold Falls, Oil and U.S. Treasury Yields Rise as Middle East Tensions Flare Again, Clouding Outlook for Fed and Inflation
U.S. Treasury yields edged higher on Wednesday as renewed hostilities in the Middle East stoked inflation worries and kept traders on edge ahead of a fresh batch of domestic economic data. Yields on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note, which heavily influences mortgages, auto loans, and credit card rates, rose more than 2 basis points early […] The post Gold Falls, Oil and U.S. Treasury Yields Rise as Middle East Tensions Flare Again, Clouding Outlook for Fed and Inflation appeared first on Tekedia.
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Ghana nominates Dr Sylvia Adusu for election to ITLOS
The Republic of Ghana has officially presented Dr Sylvia Ama Adusu as its candidate for election as a Judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) for the 2026–2035 term.
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Word champions shine at maiden Junior Journal Spelling Bee Competition
Pupils of M.A. Bediako Adventist Preparatory School at Amakom showcased impressive spelling, reading and critical thinking skills at the maiden edition of the Junior Journal Spelling Bee Competition. The competition is aimed at promoting literacy and academic excellence among basic school learners. It formed part of the school's academic programme and was organized in partnership with Junior Journal, a magazine publisher for pupils in basic schools.
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Agric Minister demands 10% budget allocation for agriculture in Africa
The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has criticised the low investment in agriculture across Africa and called on governments to allocate at least 10 percent of their annual budgets to the sector to boost food security and economic growth.
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Africa must gain more from billion-dollar cocoa-chocolate industry—Agric Minister
The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has called for Africa to derive greater value from the billion-dollar cocoa and chocolate industry, stressing the need for structural transformation in the continent’s agricultural systems to ensure producers benefit more from the value chain.
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KNUST-German Partnership advances innovative solutions to textile and plastic waste
The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), in partnership with the Technical University of Braunschweig (TUB), Germany, has intensified efforts to tackle Ghana’s growing waste management challenges through innovative textile and plastic recycling solutions. At the German African Innovation Incentive Award (GAIIA) Stakeholder Workshop held at KNUST, researchers, industry players, policymakers, students, and environmental stakeholders explored practical approaches to sustainable waste management and recycling.
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Agriculture can eliminate youth unemployment in Africa—Agric Minister
The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has emphasised the transformative potential of agriculture in tackling youth unemployment across Africa, describing the sector as a critical pathway to economic growth, stability, and peace on the continent.
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Golf is the Ultimate Meritocracy
In a world where access, privilege, connections and perception often shape outcomes, golf remains one of the clearest reminders that performance eventually speaks louder than reputation. On the golf course, titles do not hit the ball. Wealth does not sink the putt. Influence does not rescue a poor swing. When a golfer stands over the ball, alone with club in hand, the game asks only one question: what can you deliver? That is why golf is the ultimate meritocracy.
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Nedbank taps AI-powered lending to reach underserved South Africans
The Johannesburg-headquartered lender, which operates in six other African markets, has integrated JUMO’s lending technology into its mobile banking platform.
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Minority demands original 2024 Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill be sent to Mahama for assent
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has called for the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill passed by the 8th Parliament in 2024 to be reintroduced in its original form and transmitted to President John Dramani Mahama for assent.
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Muslim coalition sounds alarm over loopholes in new anti-LGBTQI+ bill 
A new wave of debate has erupted over the anti-LGBTQI+ legislation, with the Coalition of Muslim Organisations, Ghana (COMOG), revealing that the new version of the bill completely shields wealthy financiers, sponsors, and advocacy groups from criminal prosecution or arrest.
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Maritime development key to Africa’s economic transformation – GEXIM
Mr Mensah made the remarks in a speech delivered on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer of GEXIM, Sylvester Adinam Mensah, at the opening of the Maritime Trade Fair in Accra on the theme: "Shaping Africa's Maritime Future: Maritime, Technology and Finance."
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CSOs push for electoral reforms, propose new law on campaign financing
Civil society organisations have called for major reforms to Ghana’s electoral system, including the adoption of a model law and the establishment of an independent electoral party regulator to oversee campaign financing and ensure fairness in political campaigning.
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Nigeria celebrates historic seven-medal haul in Bamako
The championship, held from May 29 to 31, attracted more than 300 athletes from 32 countries, who battled for continental honours across various categories.
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