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Sequoia, GIC, and Coatue Lead $25bn Funding Round for Anthropic at $350bn Valuation
Venture capital giant Sequoia is joining Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund GIC and U.S. investor Coatue in a massive funding round for Anthropic, the San Francisco-based AI startup behind the Claude chatbot, aiming to raise $25 billion at a $350 billion valuation, the Financial Times reported Sunday, citing sources familiar with the matter. According to the […] The post Sequoia, GIC, and Coatue Lead $25bn Funding Round for Anthropic at $350bn Valuation appeared first on Tekedia.
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Saudi Stocks Rebound as Market Liberalization Lifts Sentiment Across ME, but Oil Keeps Investors Cautious
Saudi Arabian equities ended Sunday’s session higher, clawing back losses from the previous day and reasserting a cautiously constructive tone in the market, even as investors remained wary of soft oil prices and broader global uncertainties. The Tadawul All Share Index rose 0.9%, recovering from a pullback that had brought an end to a six-session […] The post Saudi Stocks Rebound as Market Liberalization Lifts Sentiment Across ME, but Oil Keeps Investors Cautious appeared first on Tekedia.
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Best Crypto for the Future With Up to 10,000x ROI Potential in 2026
Not all presales are equal, and in 2026, the gap between token supply and long-term ROI is widening fast. While hype cycles come and go, some projects are building for scale, speed, and price multiples that still fit inside a 100x to 10,000x window. The best crypto for the future isn’t about branding or influencer […] The post Best Crypto for the Future With Up to 10,000x ROI Potential in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Maruti Suzuki Bets Big on Gujarat With $3.9bn Plant as India’s Auto Demand Surges
Maruti Suzuki will invest 350 billion rupees ($3.9 billion) to build a new manufacturing plant in Gujarat, deepening its footprint in western India as it moves to meet rising domestic demand and strengthen its export base in the world’s third-largest car market. The decision marks one of the most significant capacity expansion moves by an […] The post Maruti Suzuki Bets Big on Gujarat With $3.9bn Plant as India’s Auto Demand Surges appeared first on Tekedia.
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EU Weighs Rare Anti-Coercion Measures as Trump Escalates Tariff Threats Over Greenland
The European Union faced mounting pressure on Sunday to deploy its most powerful and never-before-used trade defense tool after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened sweeping tariffs on European allies in a bid to force the sale of Greenland, sharply escalating an already tense transatlantic dispute. The situation is fast becoming a stress test of Europe’s […] The post EU Weighs Rare Anti-Coercion Measures as Trump Escalates Tariff Threats Over Greenland appeared first on Tekedia.
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How to Make Your Mouse Pointer Bigger (So You Stop Losing It on the Screen)
How to Make Your Mouse Pointer Bigger (So You Stop Losing It on the Screen) You move your mouse. Nothing happens.You move it again, a bit faster. Still nothing.Then suddenly, the pointer appears… TechCity
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Trump Escalates Greenland Standoff With Tariff Threats Against European Allies
President Donald Trump has sharply raised the stakes in his long-running push to acquire Greenland, vowing to impose a rolling wave of tariffs on key European allies until the United States is allowed to buy the Arctic island, a move that has alarmed European capitals and injected new tension into transatlantic relations. In a post […] The post Trump Escalates Greenland Standoff With Tariff Threats Against European Allies appeared first on Tekedia.
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The 9-Day Countdown is On! Grab BlockDAG at $0.001 Before the Guaranteed 50x Launch Explosion!
Sometimes, crypto hands savvy investors an absolute gift of a moment, where the profit is carved in stone, not hype. BlockDAG represents that legendary move. For the first and final time since day one, Stage 1 rates are back at $0.001, while the confirmed debut price stays at $0.05. That is a massive 50x profit […] The post The 9-Day Countdown is On! Grab BlockDAG at $0.001 Before the Guaranteed 50x Launch Explosion! appeared first on Tekedia.
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Decade’s Biggest Hypercar Giveaway: Spartans x MANSORY’s One-of-One Koenigsegg Jesko Is Up for Grabs
Spartans.com has unveiled what could be one of the boldest giveaways seen in crypto gaming to date. Working alongside luxury car builder MANSORY, the site is offering a fully customized, one-of-one Koenigsegg Jesko. The vehicle is real, the build is exclusive, and the entry rule is direct: a deposit is needed to take part in […] The post Decade’s Biggest Hypercar Giveaway: Spartans x MANSORY’s One-of-One Koenigsegg Jesko Is Up for Grabs appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bitcoin Holds $95,400, Ethereum Triggers $700M Liquidations, While ZKP Targets 250x–5,000x
As crypto momentum rebuilds, investors are splitting into two camps: those rotating into stability and those hunting the next asymmetric move. Bitcoin (BTC) is holding firm near $95,400, benefiting from regulatory optimism but offering limited upside at its size. Ethereum (ETH) sits around $3,288 after triggering over $700M in liquidations, signaling renewed strength but measured […] The post Bitcoin Holds $95,400, Ethereum Triggers $700M Liquidations, While ZKP Targets 250x–5,000x appeared first on Tekedia.
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Focus On Where You Stand When You Decree
This is Sunday, and I share these profound words from Job 22:28: “You will also declare a thing, and it will be established for you; so light will shine on your ways.” In simple terms: what you decree becomes your reality. Others will make it happen. This is one of the most powerful affirmations in […] The post Focus On Where You Stand When You Decree appeared first on Tekedia.
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From Basement Rigs to Backbone Infrastructure: How Runpod Quietly Built a Profitable Lane in the AI cloud race
Runpod’s rise from a pair of repurposed cryptocurrency mining rigs in New Jersey basements to a global AI app hosting platform reads like a case study in timing, technical intuition, and stubborn bootstrapping. The startup’s trajectory cuts against much of the prevailing narrative around the AI boom, where scale is often bought with vast amounts […] The post From Basement Rigs to Backbone Infrastructure: How Runpod Quietly Built a Profitable Lane in the AI cloud race appeared first on Tekedia.
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South Korea Plays Down Immediate Fallout from U.S. Chip Tariffs, But Warns Risks Still Loom
South Korea is projecting calm in the immediate aftermath of the United States’ decision to impose a 25% tariff on certain advanced artificial intelligence chips, but beneath the reassurance lies a deeper unease about where Washington’s semiconductor policy is heading and what it could ultimately mean for Asia’s chip powerhouses. Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo said […] The post South Korea Plays Down Immediate Fallout from U.S. Chip Tariffs, But Warns Risks Still Loom appeared first on Tekedia.
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Moove Expands to India: An African Mobility Success Story
An African mobility fintech used trip data and rent-to-own financing to expand in India with Uber, scale EVs, and secure $10M in debt funding. The post Moove Expands to India: An African Mobility Success Story appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Musk seeks up to $134bn from OpenAI and Microsoft as dispute over AI control heads to jury trial
Elon Musk is seeking as much as $134 billion in damages from OpenAI and Microsoft, arguing that both companies benefited enormously from his early backing of the artificial intelligence startup and that those gains were improperly obtained after OpenAI abandoned its original mission. The bid is fast becoming one of the most consequential legal battles […] The post Musk seeks up to $134bn from OpenAI and Microsoft as dispute over AI control heads to jury trial appeared first on Tekedia.
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Michael Saylor Pushes Back at Critics, Clarifies That Corporate Bitcoin Bets Are Not Reckless
Strategy chairman and Bitcoin advocate Michael Saylor has pushed back against critics who argue that companies holding Bitcoin are acting recklessly. In a recent podcast, he compared corporate treasury Strategies to individual investing, arguing that ownership levels vary, but the underlying decision to hold BTC is rational regardless of company size or business model. According […] The post Michael Saylor Pushes Back at Critics, Clarifies That Corporate Bitcoin Bets Are Not Reckless appeared first on Tekedia.
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Forget DOGE and ZEC: Smart Money is Rotating Millions into Zero Knowledge Proof for a Predicted 6000x Gains
The global crypto market hit $3.23 trillion this week. While the Dogecoin (DOGE) price bull narrative targets $0.17, the recent Zcash (ZEC) price breakdown saw values test $380. But do these saturated giants truly offer life-changing multipliers? Analysts point to Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP). Experts report billions in stagnant capital aggressively rotating from Zombie Chains […] The post Forget DOGE and ZEC: Smart Money is Rotating Millions into Zero Knowledge Proof for a Predicted 6000x Gains appeared first on Tekedia.
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EU Prepares Mandatory Ban on Chinese Tech in Critical Infrastructure as Security Concerns Collide with Cost, Supply Chains, and Geopolitics
The European Union is moving closer to a binding crackdown on Chinese-made technology in sensitive sectors, signaling a sharp escalation in its effort to reduce strategic dependence on Beijing amid rising geopolitical tensions and intensifying pressure from Washington. According to the Financial Times, Brussels is preparing a proposal that would force EU member states to […] The post EU Prepares Mandatory Ban on Chinese Tech in Critical Infrastructure as Security Concerns Collide with Cost, Supply Chains, and Geopolitics appeared first on Tekedia.
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Why AVAX & SOL Holders Are Sweating: ZKP Auction Unlocks 190M Coin/Day Phase 2 With “Up Only” Code Ahead of Schedule
Global markets maintain a solid $3.23 trillion market cap, but wild price swings limit room for growth. The Solana price prediction points toward $150, and the Avalanche price sits at $14. Yet these big names face crowded markets. Can these older assets really deliver the speed needed for life-changing wealth? Zero Knowledge Proof [ZKP] responds […] The post Why AVAX & SOL Holders Are Sweating: ZKP Auction Unlocks 190M Coin/Day Phase 2 With “Up Only” Code Ahead of Schedule appeared first on Tekedia.
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Is OpenAI Running Out of Money? Financial Experts Think so
The artificial intelligence boom is no longer just a story of rapid breakthroughs and bold promises. It is increasingly a story about money — staggering amounts of it — and how long investors are willing to keep writing cheques before profits appear. Across the industry, companies are spending tens of billions of dollars on ever-larger […] The post Is OpenAI Running Out of Money? Financial Experts Think so appeared first on Tekedia.
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European Shares Take a Pause After Strong Start to 2026; Luxury and Mining Stocks Drag on Market Mood
European equities closed Friday on a subdued note, as investors stepped back after a strong start to the year to reassess valuations, earnings prospects, and easing geopolitical risks. The pan-European STOXX 600 ended the session flat at 614.38 points, capping a week that was marked more by consolidation than conviction, even as the index logged […] The post European Shares Take a Pause After Strong Start to 2026; Luxury and Mining Stocks Drag on Market Mood appeared first on Tekedia.
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SEC’s Capital Overhaul Wins Industry Backing as Operators See Stronger Market, Not a Shakeout
Nigeria’s capital market operators have largely thrown their weight behind the Securities and Exchange Commission’s sweeping decision to raise minimum capital requirements across the industry, describing the move as overdue, well-telegraphed and central to restoring confidence in a market expected to play a critical role in President Bola Tinubu’s push for a $1 trillion economy. […] The post SEC’s Capital Overhaul Wins Industry Backing as Operators See Stronger Market, Not a Shakeout appeared first on Tekedia.
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What Is Zero Knowledge Proof: A Deep Dive Into ZKP’s Hybrid Storage Model for Data-Heavy Blockchains
Decentralized AI systems face a challenge that has nothing to do with cryptography or consensus. The real obstacle is data volume. AI applications rely on large datasets, trained models, and complex files that traditional blockchains were never designed to manage efficiently. Zero Knowledge Proof approaches this limitation with an infrastructure-led mindset. Instead of forcing all […] The post What Is Zero Knowledge Proof: A Deep Dive Into ZKP’s Hybrid Storage Model for Data-Heavy Blockchains appeared first on Tekedia.
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Italy Turns Spotlight on Mobile Gaming Tactics as Regulators Probe Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard
Italy has opened a fresh front in Europe’s widening scrutiny of mobile gaming, launching two investigations into Microsoft-owned Activision Blizzard over the design and monetisation of its hit smartphone titles Diablo Immortal and Call of Duty Mobile. The probes, announced by Italy’s competition watchdog, the Autorità Garante della Concorrenza e del Mercato (AGCM), accuse the […] The post Italy Turns Spotlight on Mobile Gaming Tactics as Regulators Probe Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard appeared first on Tekedia.
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Spartans.com Is Giving Away a One-of-a-Kind Hypercar; The MANSORY Jesko Spartans Edition Draw Is Now Open
A hypercar most collectors will never lay eyes on is now the grand prize in a crypto casino giveaway. And unless you’re watching closely, your shot at it could pass you by. Spartans.com has launched an unprecedented promotion featuring the MANSORY Jesko Spartans Edition, a hypercar that exists as a single unit globally. Not for […] The post Spartans.com Is Giving Away a One-of-a-Kind Hypercar; The MANSORY Jesko Spartans Edition Draw Is Now Open appeared first on Tekedia.
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Next Crypto to Explode: BNB & ZEC Price Climbs in Q1 While BlockDAG Eyes A $1 Breakout As Presale Ends
The crypto market is showing contrasting momentum this week. Binance Coin price today has climbed from $787 to $911, breaking a bearish pattern and moving above key technical levels ahead of the Fermi hard fork, which cuts block times to 0.45 seconds and strengthens BSC’s network speed. Meanwhile, Zcash news highlights a 9% surge as […] The post Next Crypto to Explode: BNB & ZEC Price Climbs in Q1 While BlockDAG Eyes A $1 Breakout As Presale Ends appeared first on Tekedia.
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ZKP Invests $17M in Proof Pods for Failure Mitigation and Unlock Massive 100x-10000x ROI
When crypto projects fail, it is not due to a lack of demand. Most failures occur because the system cannot handle real-world activity. Networks freeze. Transactions stall. Rewards get delayed or vanish. When that happens, trust erodes, the token price drops, and momentum disappears. Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) is taking a different approach. The project […] The post ZKP Invests $17M in Proof Pods for Failure Mitigation and Unlock Massive 100x-10000x ROI appeared first on Tekedia.
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Taiwan Pitches Itself as Washington’s AI Partner After Landmark Trade Deal Deepens Semiconductor Ties
Taiwan is seeking to lock in a deeper strategic role in the United States’ artificial intelligence push after clinching a sweeping trade and investment deal that ties tariff relief to massive new commitments by Taiwanese technology companies on U.S. soil. According to Reuters, Vice Premier Cheng Li-chiun said on Friday that the agreement was framed […] The post Taiwan Pitches Itself as Washington’s AI Partner After Landmark Trade Deal Deepens Semiconductor Ties appeared first on Tekedia.
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U.S. warns Canada over Chinese EV Access, Says Ottawa Will Regret it
Senior officials in the Trump administration on Friday sharply criticized Canada’s decision to allow a limited number of Chinese electric vehicles into its market, warning that Ottawa would come to regret the move and making clear that the vehicles would be barred from entering the United States. Speaking at a Ford manufacturing plant in Ohio, […] The post U.S. warns Canada over Chinese EV Access, Says Ottawa Will Regret it appeared first on Tekedia.
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AI’s Productivity Promise Risks Deepening the Global Wealth Gap, Anthropic Warns
One of artificial intelligence’s most enduring selling points is its promise to dramatically boost productivity. In theory, smarter tools should allow people and businesses to do more with less, lifting incomes and accelerating growth. In practice, Anthropic is warning that who actually benefits from those gains may depend less on ingenuity and more on geography […] The post AI’s Productivity Promise Risks Deepening the Global Wealth Gap, Anthropic Warns appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bags App Overnight Traction Continued with AI Memes Leading the Pack
Bags App is a Solana-based launchpad and trading platform focused on memecoins and creator tokens. It allows anyone to easily launch tokens, trade them, and earn fees and royalties—often routing trading fees directly to creators or projects. It’s gained traction as an alternative to platforms like Pump.fun, emphasizing creator economy mechanics where token performance funds […] The post Bags App Overnight Traction Continued with AI Memes Leading the Pack appeared first on Tekedia.
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Monero Dominates Privacy Coins as XMR Surges to ATH
Monero (XMR), the leading privacy-focused cryptocurrency, has surged to a new all-time high (ATH) in mid-January 2026, breaking above the $797 mark around January 14, 2026. This capped an explosive rally, with reports highlighting gains of over 50-60% in the preceding week or roughly 60%+ in broader recent periods like monthly or YTD surges in […] The post Monero Dominates Privacy Coins as XMR Surges to ATH appeared first on Tekedia.
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Project Management in the Digital Age.
Project Management in the Digital Age. How Digital Tools and Trends Are Reshaping Workflows in Africa Project management is evolving faster than ever before.… TechCity
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Why the Tecno Pop 10 might be the smartest budget phone buy in 2026
Table of contents 1. 120Hz high-refresh-rate 2. Four-year fluency guarantee 3. IP64 dust and water resistance 4. Strong battery life with a 5000mAh battery 5. AI productivity features 6. FreeLink offline calling and messaging 7. Dual stereo speakers 8. Unisoc T7250 chipset 9. Wet Touch display technology 10. Excellent value-for-money pricing A few years ago, […]
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The Age of China
Last year, a major Chinese institution approached me with a  proposal, and it was simple and tempting: Research Funding: A yearly grant between $180,000 and $280,000 for 2–3 years. Minimal Commitment: Just one hour a week to mentor students and provide updates. Global Exposure: A one-week annual visit or sabbatical in China to engage collaborators. […] The post The Age of China appeared first on Tekedia.
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Josiah Dhev: Building an AI-Powered Study Platform for African Students
Josiah Dhev: Building an AI-Powered Study Platform for African Students Josiah Dhev is a Nigerian tech entrepreneur, cybersecurity student and the founder of StudyCrew. An AI-powered and gamified… TechCity
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