China is prepared to engage in communication at all levels with the United States while steadfastly upholding its core principles and “red lines,” a spokesperson for the National People’s Congress (NPC) Standing Committee said Wednesday. The comments from Lou Qinjian came one day before the opening of the NPC’s annual session (the “Two Sessions”) and […] The post China Signals Willingness for High-Level Dialogue with U.S. While Firmly Defending ‘Red Lines’ Ahead of NPC Session and Trump-Xi Summit appeared first on Tekedia.

Global financial markets have reacted with what Goldman Sachs Chairman and CEO David Solomon described as a surprisingly “benign” response to the escalating war with Iran, even as oil prices remain volatile and bond markets flash warning signs about inflation. Speaking at the Australian Financial Review Business Summit on Tuesday, the Goldman Sachs chief said […] The post Markets Hold Nerve as Iran War Enters Fifth Day, Goldman CEO Says “Benign” Reaction Surprising appeared first on Tekedia.

Inflation in the euro area accelerated unexpectedly in February, complicating the policy calculus for the European Central Bank at a time when geopolitical tensions in the Middle East threaten to reignite energy-driven price pressures. Data published Tuesday by Eurostat showed annual consumer price growth across the 21-member currency bloc rose to 1.9% from 1.7% in […] The post Euro Zone Inflation Surges to 1.9% as Middle East Conflict Clouds ECB Outlook appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI is facing mounting backlash following its recent agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense to deploy advanced AI systems in classified environments, a move that has reportedly triggered a wave of ChatGPT uninstalls and fueled a surge in downloads of rival chatbot Claude. Recall that earlier this month, the company reached an agreement with […] The post OpenAI’s Pentagon Deal Triggers User Backlash, Sees Uninstalls in ChatGPT as Claude Climbs App Store Chart appeared first on Tekedia.

Noah, a global payments infrastructure provider, and Nafolo, a leading West African financial super-application, today announced a strategic partnership to transform cross-border capital flows into Sub-Saharan Africa. By deploying stablecoin-powered virtual bank accounts, the collaboration allows users to bypass legacy banking infrastructure that has historically excluded the region from efficient global finance. Sub-Saharan Africa remains […] The post Noah and Nafolo Launch Stablecoin Virtual Accounts to End Cross-Border Payment Friction in Sub-Saharan Africa. appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Red Hat announced the Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA, a co-engineered software platform that combines Red Hat AI Enterprise and NVIDIA AI Enterprise to provide an end-to-end AI solution optimized for organisations deploying AI at scale. With enterprise AI spending expected to reach over $1 trillion by 2029[1], driven in large part by agentic […]

Inika did not arrive at crypto marketing by design; she arrived by experiment. 

The debate over artificial intelligence and job security have intensified after author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, Robert Kiyosaki, reacted to report of Jack Dorsey laying off 4,400 employees, citing AI’s growing capabilities. In a post on X, Kiyosaki framed the move as a defining lesson in wealth creation, arguing that those who think like […] The post “Think Like an Employee And AI Replaces You”, Says Robert Kiyosaki After Jack Dorsey’s Job Cuts appeared first on Tekedia.

Elekta has appointed Nexeva Healthcare Solutions as its strategic partner in South Africa under a multi-year agreement. The appointment introduces a strengthened local operating model designed to enhance technical support, clinical engagement and commercial responsiveness for radiotherapy centres across both the private and public healthcare sectors. The agreement was formally signed during the World Health […]

Apple on Tuesday introduced refreshed MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models powered by its new M5-series chips, pairing silicon upgrades with larger base storage configurations in a move designed to stimulate demand in a PC market that has struggled to regain momentum after the pandemic-era boom. The update brings the M5 chip to the MacBook […] The post Apple Upgrades MacBook Line With M5 Chips and Higher Base Storage, Betting on AI and Value in a Sluggish PC Market appeared first on Tekedia.

Absa Bank Kenya increased its holdings of government securities by 19% in 2025 as weak loan demand pushed banks to channel more funds into state debt while digital income supported earnings.

The integration with Volume enables merchants to receive bank-to-bank payments from customers that use any of the UK’s major banks, reducing the reliance on international card processors that have dominated cross-border payments. Instead of using card details, customers authorise payments directly from their banking apps.

Some NCBA shareholders could exit the lender entirely after the transaction is completed, even if other investors become Nedbank shareholders through the stock component of the offer.

Time Out South Africa has announced the appointment of Aisha Mohamed as its Managing Director, responsible for leading the business’s strategic direction and next growth phase across South Africa. Time Out, the global brand that inspires and enables people to experience the best of the city, launched in South Africa in early 2025 in partnership with Kagiso […]

The report, published on February 27, shines a light on the hidden human labour behind Meta's push into wearable artificial intelligence, and raises fresh questions about data protection, cross-border data transfers, and the psychological toll on content moderators working for Sama in Nairobi.

SmartCash Payment Service Banks (PSB), Airtel Nigeria’s financial services arm, has crossed nearly three million active users as it doubles down on a zero-fee banking model and a market-leading 15% annual interest rate

Bolt South Africa is proud to announce that it has officially registered under South Africa’s newly implemented transport regulations, becoming the first major ride-hailing platform in the country to do so. On 27 February 2026, the National Public Transport Regulator (NPTR) issued Bolt South Africa with a Certificate of Registration, formally confirming the company’s compliance […]

How to Start an Ecommerce Business: Step-by-Step Guide 2026 This practical guide walks founders through how to start an ecommerce business, covering niche selection, legal setup, platform choices, payments, logistics, marketing and launch steps. It focuses on validation, low-risk starts, and scalable operations. TechCity

According to the Kaspersky report titled “Redefining the Human Factor in Cybersecurity,” employees responding to phishing attacks was one of the main causes of cyber incidents in companies worldwide, accounting for 21% of cases among other reasons. At the same time, additional Kaspersky research reveals that social engineering attacks are predicted to increase more than any other type […]

Ozow and MoneyBadger have welcomed Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s announcement in this week’s Budget Speech that crypto assets will be formally incorporated into South Africa’s capital flow management framework under the Currency and Exchanges Act. The move signals a decisive step toward greater regulatory clarity for crypto assets, particularly in relation to cross-border payments and […]

In today's edition: South Africa locks horns with online casinos || Nigeria pushes for 14-day notices for SIM deactivation || Africa-Asia air freight route now fastest-growing

President Donald Trump has directed the U.S. government to extend political risk insurance for maritime trade in the Gulf and signaled that the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation will offer guarantees for tankers, especially those carrying energy, to help keep oil and gas moving through the region’s key shipping routes. In a Truth Social post, […] The post Trump Orders U.S. Risk Insurance for Gulf Shipping, Says Navy May Escort Tankers Through Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Tekedia.

It was not long ago that 5G networks were still being deployed across major economies, with operators investing billions in spectrum auctions, infrastructure upgrades, and edge computing capabilities. Now, at Mobile World Congress, attention has shifted decisively toward 6G — even though binding global standards for the technology are still under development. The acceleration is […] The post Telecom Giants Push 6G Into the Spotlight at MWC, Even as Global Standards Remain in Flux appeared first on Tekedia.

The escalating conflict in the Middle East entered its fourth day on Tuesday, sending shockwaves through global financial markets as widespread shutdowns of oil and gas infrastructure, combined with a near-total halt in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, fueled fears of prolonged supply disruptions. The prospect of a prolonged military campaign drove oil and […] The post Middle East Conflict Enters Fourth Day: Energy, Defense, Shipping, Travel, and Regional Assets – The Story So Far appeared first on Tekedia.

Champion Breweries Plc has posted a sharp improvement in its 2025 full-year performance, with profit before tax rising 108% to N2.65 billion from N1.27 billion in 2024, according to its audited financial statement for the year ended December 31, 2025. Profit after tax climbed even faster, increasing 119% to N1.79 billion, compared with N816.99 million […] The post Champion Breweries Doubles Profit to N2.65bn, Expands Assets Base Amid Rising Debt Exposure appeared first on Tekedia.

Air cargo traffic between Africa and Asia recorded the fastest growth of any trade corridor in January 2026, rising 41.6% year-on-year, according to new data from the International Air Transport Association. The surge sharply outpaced global air cargo demand growth of 5.6% for the month, with international cargo volumes up 7.2%. While the Africa–Asia lane […] The post Africa–Asia Air Cargo Corridor Surges 41.6% in January, Fastest-Growing Trade Lane Globally appeared first on Tekedia.

Vitalik Buterin recently shared insights on how AI is dramatically accelerating Ethereum’s development progress. He highlighted an impressive experiment where someone used AI-assisted “vibe-coding” to prototype much of Ethereum’s proposed 2030 roadmap in just weeks. He described it as remarkable, noting that even six months prior, such rapid progress was unimaginable. He gave a personal […] The post Vitalik Buterin Highlights AI’s Potential to Speed up Ethereum’s 2030 Roadmap appeared first on Tekedia.

Tekedia AI Lab program (starting March 14, 2026) is where you move from “prompting” to “architecting.” We’re teaching how to build and deploy autonomous AI agents, no coding required. Simply, as the world moves beyond the novelty of generative AI, the true competitive advantage has shifted from merely using AI to architecting and deploying autonomous agents […] The post Stop Using AI. Start Building it. Register for Tekedia AI Lab Starting March 14 appeared first on Tekedia.

Mobile Money Explained: How OPay, PalmPay, M-Pesa and Others Actually Work Ask a trader in Alaba Market how she collects payment, and she’ll flash her OPay QR code without… TechCity

Qualcomm is positioning robotics as its next major growth frontier, with CEO Cristiano Amon projecting that the segment will begin to scale materially within two years — a notable timeline for a company whose fortunes have long been tied to smartphones. Speaking to CNBC at the Mobile World Congress in Spain, Amon said robotics is […] The post Qualcomm Bets on Robotics Scale Within Two Years as AI Fuels ‘Physical AI’ Boom appeared first on Tekedia.

A prolonged war in the Middle East could generate a meaningful inflation spike and weaken growth across the euro area, European Central Bank Chief Economist Philip Lane has warned, as oil markets react to an expanding U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. In an interview with the Financial Times, Lane said the economic fallout would depend on […] The post ECB Warns Prolonged Middle East War Could Trigger Energy-Driven Inflation Spike and Growth Shock appeared first on Tekedia.

European equities opened sharply lower on Tuesday, with the pan-European StoXX 600 index down 1.8% shortly after the bell, extending Monday’s 1.6% decline. The selloff was broad-based and severe, with banking stocks falling 2.7%, insurance stocks 3.3%, and utilities 2.4% — reflecting fears of prolonged energy price spikes, inflation pass-through, and supply-chain disruptions from the […] The post European Stocks Plunge 1.8% in Early Trade as Middle East Conflict Enters Fourth Day, Oil Surges, and Strait of Hormuz Closure Rattles Global Markets appeared first on Tekedia.

In business classrooms and boardrooms, we romanticize first-mover advantage. We assume that whoever starts first will finish first. But history, when examined over the long horizon, teaches a different lesson: what truly matters is first-scaler advantage. It is not the company that invents the category that wins; it is the one that builds the capability, […] The post OpenAI’s Own-Goal and the Illusion of First-Mover Advantage appeared first on Tekedia.

Why Kuda built its own core banking system, how it survived migration failure, and what owning the engine changed.

Recently, I ran into a frustrating issue after updating my Fluent Forms plugin on WordPress. Everything was working perfectly before the update. But immediately after updating, I noticed something strange… The phone numbers submitted by leads were no longer being saved in international format. And that was a serious problem. Let me explain. The Problem: […]

Gold prices have surged dramatically, driven by safe-haven buying amid geopolitical tensions including recent US-Israel strikes on Iran, inflation concerns, central bank accumulation, and a weakening US dollar. This rally has spilled over into the crypto and blockchain space, boosting interest in tokenized gold—digital tokens backed 1:1 by physical gold, such as PAX Gold (PAXG) […] The post Gold Rally Spurs Demand for Tokenized Gold and Silver appeared first on Tekedia.