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Google Announces New Connectivity Hub in South Africa
Google announced a new set of investments in Africa, reaffirming its nearly two-decade commitment to the continent’s digital transformation.  The latest commitments focus on empowering Africa’s next generation through AI, unlocking opportunities and expanding on the innovation capacity of young Africans. They cover internet connectivity, youth-led learning and innovation, and skills training. Connectivity Google is […]
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Final Days for BlockDAG at $0.0013 as PEPE Coin Price Hovers at $0.000010 & Litecoin Targets ETF Momentum
Pepe has managed to stay visible, but uncertainty lingers, with the PEPE coin price stuck near $0.000010 and forecasts hinting at possible declines. Litecoin, meanwhile, has seen modest gains, with the Litecoin (LTC) price recovery pushing just above $112, though its progress still hinges on breaking stubborn resistance levels. The question for traders is simple: […] The post Final Days for BlockDAG at $0.0013 as PEPE Coin Price Hovers at $0.000010 & Litecoin Targets ETF Momentum appeared first on Tekedia.
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Ethena-Backed “Based” on Hyperliquid Enters Top 10 Protocols by 24-Hour Revenue as Ethereum Foundation Rebrands Security Team
The decentralized trading platform “Based,” built on Hyperliquid and backed by Ethena Labs, surged into the top 10 blockchain protocols by 24-hour revenue, according to data from DeFiLlama. This milestone highlights the rapid growth of Hyperliquid’s ecosystem amid intensifying competition for its native stablecoin USDH issuance. Based is a trading platform integrated with Hyperliquid, a […] The post Ethena-Backed “Based” on Hyperliquid Enters Top 10 Protocols by 24-Hour Revenue as Ethereum Foundation Rebrands Security Team appeared first on Tekedia.
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Amazon Unveils AI Agent to Help Third-Party Merchants Run Their Businesses
Amazon is taking another leap into artificial intelligence, this time with an upgrade designed to transform how third-party merchants manage their online operations. At its annual Accelerate conference for sellers in Seattle on Wednesday, the company introduced an AI agent built into its Seller Assistant platform. Unlike earlier versions, which primarily responded to queries, the […] The post Amazon Unveils AI Agent to Help Third-Party Merchants Run Their Businesses appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bitcoin Price Retraces as Fed Delivers 25bps Rate Cut Amid Sluggish Market Reaction
Bitcoin’s price pulled back following the U.S. Federal Reserve’s announcement of a 25-basis-point interest rate cut, as markets reacted tepidly to the widely anticipated move. The cryptocurrency, often viewed as a hedge against monetary policy shifts, faced volatility amid broader economic uncertainty, with investors weighing the implications of the Fed’s cautious approach to easing. BTC’s […] The post Bitcoin Price Retraces as Fed Delivers 25bps Rate Cut Amid Sluggish Market Reaction appeared first on Tekedia.
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WTO Warns AI Could Boost Global Trade by 40% by 2040 — But Risks Widening Economic Divides
Artificial intelligence could transform the global trading system, boosting the value of goods and services trade by nearly 40% by 2040, but without adequate safeguards, it also risks deepening inequality, the World Trade Organization (WTO) warned on Wednesday. In its latest World Trade Report, the WTO projected that global trade could rise between 34% and […] The post WTO Warns AI Could Boost Global Trade by 40% by 2040 — But Risks Widening Economic Divides appeared first on Tekedia.
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What Crypto to Buy Now? Why BlockDAG, XRP, Pi Network & PEPE Are Surging in September
The search for what crypto to buy now is no longer about who can shout the loudest. It is about who can deliver real progress you can see and measure. Traders are turning away from lofty promises and looking for projects that already have traction, live systems, and meaningful communities. From robust testnets to reliable […] The post What Crypto to Buy Now? Why BlockDAG, XRP, Pi Network & PEPE Are Surging in September appeared first on Tekedia.
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Waymo Teams Up with Lyft to Launch Robo Taxi in Nashville, Tennessee
Waymo has deepened its push into the U.S. robo taxi market with a new partnership, this time teaming up with Lyft to launch in Nashville, Tennessee, next year. The move marks the first commercial deal between the Alphabet-owned autonomous driving company and Lyft, signaling another major step in scaling driverless ride-hailing across the country. The […] The post Waymo Teams Up with Lyft to Launch Robo Taxi in Nashville, Tennessee appeared first on Tekedia.
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300+ dApps in the Making: How Soon Will BlockDAG Beat Ethereum’s Dominance and Tron’s $0.40 Push
Ethereum has reclaimed the spotlight, breaking past $4,500 and setting its sights on the elusive $5,000 level. Analysts tracking Ethereum (ETH) bullish analysis see structural tailwinds: ETF inflows, 6.7M ETH in fund holdings, and heavy wallet accumulation. Tron, meanwhile, has triggered adoption waves by slashing fees by 60%, with its network clearing over $21B in […] The post 300+ dApps in the Making: How Soon Will BlockDAG Beat Ethereum’s Dominance and Tron’s $0.40 Push appeared first on Tekedia.
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Cardano (ADA) vs Little Pepe (LILPEPE): One Named the Best Crypto to Buy in 2025, the Other is a Disaster Waiting to Happen
Cardano was once hailed as Ethereum’s biggest rival. In 2021 and 2022, founder Charles Hoskinson promised thousands of decentralized applications (dApps) and a thriving decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. Fast forward to 2025, and ADA remains at multi-month lows, with only a handful of applications experiencing real usage.  Meanwhile, a newcomer under $0.0025, Little Pepe (LILPEPE), […] The post Cardano (ADA) vs Little Pepe (LILPEPE): One Named the Best Crypto to Buy in 2025, the Other is a Disaster Waiting to Happen appeared first on Tekedia.
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Final Week to Apply for Top 50 African Mobility Companies Ranking
With just seven days remaining, African mobility companies have one last chance to participate in Africa’s first comprehensive mobility ranking initiative. The application deadline for the Top 50 African Mobility Companies ranking is set for Sunday, September 21 at 11:59 PM Central Africa Time (CAT). About the Initiative The Top 50 African Mobility Companies ranking […] The post Final Week to Apply for Top 50 African Mobility Companies Ranking appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Ride the Hottest Crypto Trends: 7 Best Cryptos to Watch in 2025 Poised for Explosive Gains
Are you ready to discover the next wave of crypto opportunities that could redefine your portfolio? Choosing the right meme coin at the right time can make all the difference, especially with the explosive rise of Ethereum-based meme coins and early-stage presales. Investors looking to maximize gains in 2025 must focus on projects that combine […] The post Ride the Hottest Crypto Trends: 7 Best Cryptos to Watch in 2025 Poised for Explosive Gains appeared first on Tekedia.
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PayU Kenya Enters Liquidation After Struggling to Gain Traction in Competitive Fintech Market
PayU Kenya Ltd., the local subsidiary of the Dutch-owned global payments company PayU, has entered liquidation just six years after its high-profile launch in East Africa. The company has appointed Sonal Tejpal as the liquidator to formally initiate the wind-up of its operations, as per Kenya’s Insolvency Act. PayU debuted in Nairobi in February 2019, […] The post PayU Kenya Enters Liquidation After Struggling to Gain Traction in Competitive Fintech Market appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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EdVentures Invests in LRNOVA’s AI-Powered EdTech Platform to Revolutionize Digital Learning in MENA
EdVentures, the corporate venture arm of Nahdet Misr Group, has made a strategic equity investment in LRNOVA  through its EdTech Venture Studio program, supported in partnership with the Challenge Fund for Youth Employment. This investment supports LRNOVA’s AI-powered platform, which rapidly converts traditional curricula and training materials into interactive digital courses at a lower cost. […] The post EdVentures Invests in LRNOVA’s AI-Powered EdTech Platform to Revolutionize Digital Learning in MENA appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Avalanche Resistance Breaks at $26.5, Vechain Stalls, But BlockDAG’s Early Vesting Makes It Best Long Play
Look at the latest Vechain news and you’ll see strong adoption moves, but the token still struggles to hold momentum at the $0.02 mark. Even with wallet growth, questions about long-term price traction remain. On the other side, the Avalanche (AVAX) price prediction looks exciting after breaking resistance near $26, yet short-term pullbacks and reliance […] The post Avalanche Resistance Breaks at $26.5, Vechain Stalls, But BlockDAG’s Early Vesting Makes It Best Long Play appeared first on Tekedia.
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Kenya’s central bank blames hackers for mobile banking fraud, but insiders may be the real threat
The lines between cyber fraud, insider theft, and organised crime are blurred. According to the BFIU officer, most victims never report, whether from embarrassment, the small sums involved, or the hassle of filing a complaint with the police, making the CBK's figure of KES1.5 billion an understatement.
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From Solo to Squads: Shifting Africa’s Freelancers to Micro-Agencies
According to global startup data, only around 10% of new ventures succeed. The main reason isn’t always money—it’s people. Teams are stretched thin, hiring is rushed, and under-qualified talent gets forced into critical roles. Across Africa, this challenge is pronounced. Despite high unemployment, a growing generation is rejecting traditional corporate careers for freelancing, contracting, and […] The post From Solo to Squads: Shifting Africa’s Freelancers to Micro-Agencies appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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“I’m disappointed:” Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Responds as China Orders Halt on AI Sales
Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang has weighed in on escalating tensions between Washington and Beijing after reports that China’s powerful cyberspace regulator had ordered some of the country’s biggest technology firms to halt purchases of the American company’s AI chips. The Financial Times reported on Wednesday that the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) directed companies, […] The post “I’m disappointed:” Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Responds as China Orders Halt on AI Sales appeared first on Tekedia.
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NEC XON Expands In-Country Hybrid Cloud Capability Across Africa
NEC XON has announced an Africa-wide extension of the in-country or hybrid cloud capability it recently launched with Emtel in Mauritius. The cloud capability gives enterprises and public institutions in Mauritius (and across the continent) access to secure, locally hosted cloud infrastructure that complies with national regulations and data sovereignty requirements. The announcement follows the […]
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Pump.fun’s Revenue Surges and $PUMP’s $8B FDV Milestone Signals A Robust Comeback
The Solana-based memecoin launchpad Pump.fun has made headlines today with a strong performance rebound, crossing key revenue and valuation milestones. According to recent data from DeFiLlama, Pump.fun generated $3.38 million in protocol revenue over the past 24 hours, surpassing Hyperliquid’s $3.06 million and marking the platform’s highest single-day figure since February 13. This positions Pump.fun […] The post Pump.fun’s Revenue Surges and $PUMP’s $8B FDV Milestone Signals A Robust Comeback appeared first on Tekedia.
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Morocco Secures Groundbreaking USD 5.6 Billion Chinese Investment to Build Africa’s First Battery Gigafactory
Morocco is making history with a groundbreaking USD 5.6 billion investment from China to establish Africa’s first battery gigafactory. Led by the Chinese company Gotion High-Tech, the project will be located in Kenitra, with production potentially starting as early as the third quarter of 2026. The first phase is set to produce batteries with a […] The post Morocco Secures Groundbreaking USD 5.6 Billion Chinese Investment to Build Africa’s First Battery Gigafactory appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Native Markets Has Won Bid On Hyperliquid For USDH Stablecoin Tiker
Native Markets has won the bid for the USDH stablecoin ticker on Hyperliquid, marking a significant milestone in the platform’s governance and ecosystem development. This outcome came after a competitive week-long voting process involving Hyperliquid validators and staked HYPE token holders, where Native Markets secured over two-thirds of the vote approximately 70% support, outperforming established […] The post Native Markets Has Won Bid On Hyperliquid For USDH Stablecoin Tiker appeared first on Tekedia.
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Market-Implied Odds For A 25-Basis-Point Rate Cut Probability Surge to 90%
Market-implied odds of a single 25 basis point 0.25% rate cut by the Federal Reserve at its FOMC meeting on September 17-18, 2025, have climbed to around 90% or higher as of September 16, based on Fed funds futures data and economic analyses. This reflects cooling in the labor market (e.g., recent downward revisions to […] The post Market-Implied Odds For A 25-Basis-Point Rate Cut Probability Surge to 90% appeared first on Tekedia.
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We Code. We Provide The Components. Then, You Build Your AI Agent. [Register for Tekedia AI Lab]
We’re writing codes so that we can provide you with primitives and building blocks to create AI agents. We are starting with 6 AI agents (support, SEO, personal planner, career, research, travel planner), and everything is built on open-source foundation model to ensure your cost is low. On Oct 4, Tekedia Institute AI Technical Lab […] The post We Code. We Provide The Components. Then, You Build Your AI Agent. [Register for Tekedia AI Lab] appeared first on Tekedia.
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What is SASSA and how do social grants work in South Africa?
Table of contents The types of SASSA social grants How to apply for the SASSA SRD R350 grant How to check your SASSA status online How to change your SASSA banking details How to change your SASSA phone number How to check your SASSA balance SASSA payment dates for October 2025 SASSA child support grant […]
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Samsung Galaxy A07 Debuts in Kenya
Samsung Electronics East Africa has officially launched the Galaxy A07 in Kenya, the latest addition to its popular Galaxy A Series portfolio in the continuous bid to drive smartphone accessibility. The Galaxy A07 comes in two storage variants: the 64 GB & the 128 GB. This is coupled with a durable body, design, slim, sleek appearance, and a large […]
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She left FIFA to build a low-fee school in South Africa.
Stacey Brewer’s journey into tech was anything but linear. A native of Johannesburg, she earned a BSc from Rhodes University and then spent time traveling overseas, working with high-net-worth individuals. She loved meeting new people, discovering new places, and immersing herself in new cultures. After returning to South Africa, she worked with FIFA during the […]
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From Avatars To Assets, Why Virtual Goods Are Becoming Real Investments
The digital world has now become an economy of its own, where, at one stage, it was just a space for entertainment and social connection. Billions are being spent each year on online games, metaverse platforms, and even virtual communities, where items are bought that only exist on a screen. From weapon designs, character outfits, […] The post From Avatars To Assets, Why Virtual Goods Are Becoming Real Investments appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Rise of Online Bingo: Exploring Its Soaring Popularity
Bingo, once synonymous with community halls and social gatherings, has undergone a digital transformation that has revitalized its appeal for modern audiences. The migration of bingo to online platforms has turned it into a thriving industry, captivating millions of players worldwide. But what exactly is driving the surge in online bingo’s popularity? Let’s delve into […] The post The Rise of Online Bingo: Exploring Its Soaring Popularity appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Reasons Why Real Money Slots Are So Popular
Casinos rely on slot games to bring in most of their revenue, whether you are going to a glitzy resort on The Strip in Las Vegas or to a casino in your local city. In fact, casinos make around half their profits from slot machines, and there are several reasons why gamers, both online and […] The post The Reasons Why Real Money Slots Are So Popular appeared first on Tekedia.
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Simplify, Launch, Succeed: The Turnkey Casino Advantages
Starting an online casino sounds exciting until reality kicks in. It’s not just picking games and designing a slick homepage. It’s dealing with red tape, tech demands, and a parade of vendors who don’t always sync. The entire process is time-consuming, drains budgets, and quickly tests your patience. Which is why DSTGAMING offers a better […] The post Simplify, Launch, Succeed: The Turnkey Casino Advantages appeared first on Tekedia.
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Monero Experienced Deepest Reorganization Which Exposes Centralization In Its Configurations
The Monero (XMR) blockchain experienced its deepest chain reorganization (reorg) in history, involving 18 consecutive blocks. This event replaced the previously accepted chain with an alternative longer one, effectively rewriting about 36 minutes of transaction history based on Monero’s average 2-minute block time and invalidating approximately 118 confirmed transactions. The reorg occurred between block heights […] The post Monero Experienced Deepest Reorganization Which Exposes Centralization In Its Configurations appeared first on Tekedia.
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Google Gemini Overtakes ChatGPT to Claim Top Spot in Apple App Store
Google’s AI chatbot Gemini has surged past OpenAI’s ChatGPT to become the top-ranked free app on Apple’s App Store, signaling a major shift in the AI race. This milestone highlights the rapidly growing demand for Gemini as users flock to explore its advanced features. It also intensifies competition between Google and OpenAI in the battle […] The post Google Gemini Overtakes ChatGPT to Claim Top Spot in Apple App Store appeared first on Tekedia.
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7 Best Cryptocurrency for Assured Returns: Nexchain Leads 2025
The US flows with the most liquidity in crypto trading and hosts some of the world’s largest issuers and exchanges. That said, Congressman French Hill has warned that the absence of framework might drive the country to lose pace to Europe and Latin America. This very uncertainty is making early-stage opportunities look more attractive to […] The post 7 Best Cryptocurrency for Assured Returns: Nexchain Leads 2025 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Kaspersky Introduces 2 Cybersecurity Solutions Targeting Medium-Sized Businesses
As cyber threats grow increasingly complex and costly, mid-sized businesses find themselves facing sophisticated attacks that exploit legitimate tools and use advanced tactics to evade detection. At the same time, limited budgets and a shortage of skilled cybersecurity personnel make it difficult to deploy and manage advanced protective measures. To help these businesses protect themselves […]
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Blockchain Lawyers: What to Look For
In every industry, you need lawyers. You need someone who knows wrong from right but not just wrong from right in practice but also in theory and based on law. Now, things can get very murky when it comes to law, especially with new technologies such as blockchain. You may have heard this word before […] The post Blockchain Lawyers: What to Look For appeared first on Tekedia.
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