Standard Chartered has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Zodia Custody, marking a significant development in the growing relationship between traditional banking and the digital asset industry. The proposed transaction highlights the increasing importance of cryptocurrency custody services as institutional investors, financial institutions, and corporations seek secure ways to manage digital assets. It demonstrates […] The post Standard Chartered Moves to Acquire 100% of Crypto Custodian Zodia Custody appeared first on Tekedia.

Arcus Mobile has officially launched on iOS and Android across supported Asia-Pacific regions, marking a significant step in expanding access to digital trading through mobile technology. The new application brings Arcus’ self-custodial trading experience directly to users’ smartphones, allowing eligible customers to trade Stock Tokens and perpetual contracts without relying exclusively on a desktop platform. […] The post Arcus Mobile Launches on iOS and Android, Expanding Access to Stock Tokens and Perpetual Trading appeared first on Tekedia.

China’s CSI 300 Index has entered bear market territory after falling 20% from its June peak, highlighting growing pressure on the country’s equity markets and raising concerns about investor confidence in the world’s second-largest economy. The decline comes as Chinese stocks face persistent selling pressure, with the benchmark heading toward what could become its longest […] The post China’s CSI 300 Enters Bear Market as Stocks Fall 20% From June High appeared first on Tekedia.

Germany’s economy is experiencing contrasting developments as a record surge in construction orders offers a rare sign of strength, while the pharmaceutical industry prepares for declining output and sales amid escalating trade tensions with the United States. The latest figures highlight the uneven recovery of Europe’s largest economy, where opportunities in infrastructure development coexist with […] The post Germany’s Construction Boom Contrasts With Pharmaceutical Industry Challenges appeared first on Tekedia.

The growing use of artificial intelligence in cybercrime has raised serious concerns about global cybersecurity, as an unprecedented surge in AI-enhanced exploits has reportedly disrupted operations across multiple industries. Dubbed Black October by risk management teams, the crisis highlights how rapidly evolving attack methods can overwhelm traditional security systems and threaten critical digital infrastructure. The […] The post Black October: AI-Enhanced Cyberattacks Trigger a Global Technology Crisis appeared first on Tekedia.

The United States economy is facing a growing divide between households that continue to benefit from economic growth and those struggling with rising living costs, expensive borrowing, and stagnant purchasing power. JPMorgan has warned that this K-shaped economic recovery could eventually trigger a broader macroeconomic shock if the widening gap begins to undermine consumer spending, […] The post JPMorgan Warns Wealth Inequality Could Threaten US Economic Growth, as Barclays Plans 5,000 Job Cuts appeared first on Tekedia.

The artificial intelligence industry continues to expand as companies compete to develop increasingly capable personal AI agents. Anthropic’s reported launch of Claude Duet, positioned as its answer to personal agent initiatives from Meta and OpenAI. Highlights the growing importance of AI assistants that can perform tasks, organize information, and support users beyond traditional chatbot interactions. […] The post Anthropic Launches Claude Duet as AI Agents Transform Technology and Journalism appeared first on Tekedia.

Tesla has released a highlight reel showing its robotaxi vehicles avoiding collisions involving rival autonomous driving services Waymo and Avride, drawing attention to the growing competition in the self-driving transportation industry. The footage provides a glimpse into the challenges facing companies developing driverless vehicles as they attempt to operate safely on increasingly crowded urban streets. […] The post Tesla Robotaxi Video Highlights Challenges of Driverless Urban Driving appeared first on Tekedia.

The European Banking Authority’s decision to classify Circle’s USD Coin (USDC) as a significant stablecoin marks an important development for the cryptocurrency industry and the regulation of digital assets across Europe. The classification brings USDC under direct regional regulatory supervision beginning in November, strengthening oversight of one of the world’s most widely used dollar-pegged digital […] The post European Banking Authority Classifies Circle’s USDC as a Significant Stablecoin appeared first on Tekedia.

BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) has attracted more than $665 million in a single day, highlighting renewed institutional interest in Bitcoin and regulated cryptocurrency investment products. The substantial inflow signals that major investors may be regaining confidence in digital assets after periods of market uncertainty, reinforcing the importance of exchange-traded funds in connecting traditional finance […] The post BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Attracts $665 Million as Institutional Demand Recovers appeared first on Tekedia.

The United States housing market experienced another setback in September as pending home sales dropped to a record low, highlighting the continuing pressure that elevated mortgage borrowing rates are placing on prospective buyers. The decline underscores the challenges facing households seeking to purchase homes while financing costs remain high and affordability continues to deteriorate across […] The post US Pending Home Sales Fall to Record Low as High Mortgage Rates Weigh on Housing Market appeared first on Tekedia.

When budgeting for the future, it is important to take into account the family’s needs and potential expenses in the event of changes in the household’s income. Savings can be spent at any time, whereas life insurance typically requires the policyholder’s death to make the insurer pay the chosen beneficiary an agreed sum. In circumstances […] The post How to Decide Whether to Use Savings or Life Insurance to Cover Future Family Obligations appeared first on Tekedia.

The new Xbox cloud gaming price is by the hour. Here’s which pack to buy Xbox cloud play packs cost $3.99 for 10 hours, $7.99 for 25 and $11.99 for 50. The biggest pack wins by a mile. TechCity

Spotify audiobooks in Nigeria cost ₦2,300 a month. Here’s what that gets you Spotify Audiobooks+ is reported at ₦2,300 for 15 hours a month in Nigeria. We worked out the cost per hour and the top-up. TechCity

Operation Serengeti led to 1,462 cybercrime arrests across Africa. Here are the scams police found Operation Serengeti led to 1,462 arrests and $105 million recovered in 21 countries. Here are the scams police found and their warning signs. TechCity

Connected Gmail to Google Search? Google personalized ads can now use it. Here is how to check Since Oct. 16, Google can use what it learns from Gmail and Photos to pick ads, if you linked them to Search. Here is how to check. TechCity

A compliance pivot is expensive to build and cheap to repurpose. That asymmetry is what makes Africa’s current fintech moment interesting to watch from a Canadian vantage point: the KYC rails, multi-currency wallets, and cross-border settlement corridors assembled for remittances and mobile money are now being stress-tested by a category nobody planned for – real-money […] The post Are Blockchain Poker Platforms Rewriting African Fintech’s Infrastructure Logic? appeared first on Tekedia.

We have the Tekedia Capital Demo Day recorded video in the Board upon login here. Greetings. This is a friendly reminder that Tekedia Capital Demo / Meeting Day will take place this Saturday. During the session, we will review companies in the current investment cycle and take your questions. Event Details: Event: Tekedia Capital Demo […] The post Tekedia Capital Demo Day Video Available – Join and Co-invest appeared first on Tekedia.

France is facing a difficult combination of weak economic growth, strained public finances and growing public dissatisfaction. Despite its considerable influence within the European Union, the country is struggling to deliver the prosperity and financial security many citizens expect. As living costs remain a concern and confidence in political leadership weakens, the possibility of a […] The post France’s Economic Crisis Fuels Public Anger and Populist Politics appeared first on Tekedia.

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, popularly known as CZ, has reminded the crypto community that proclamations of Bitcoin’s demise have a long track record of proving that those moments are excellent buying opportunities. In a post on X, CZ wrote, “Bitcoin is dead’ was said by many, many times before. Those were also the best times […] The post “Every Time Bitcoin Was Declared Dead, It Was the Best Time to Buy” – Binance Founder Changpeng Zhao Says appeared first on Tekedia.

The growing legal battles surrounding prediction market platforms Polymarket and Kalshi are raising important questions about the future of event-based trading in the United States. As state authorities challenge how these platforms operate, a Newsmax opinion column by policy analyst Duggan Flanakin presents SafeBets as a potential alternative that could benefit from tighter gambling regulations. […] The post SafeBets Could Benefit as Legal Battles Threaten Polymarket and Kalshi appeared first on Tekedia.

Meta’s massive deal involving Mark Zuckerberg highlights an important reality about modern corporate leadership: even the most powerful executives cannot completely escape the demands of real-world work. As artificial intelligence transforms workplaces and companies invest billions of dollars in automation, Zuckerberg’s arrangement demonstrates that leadership still requires personal involvement, physical presence, and direct engagement with […] The post Meta’s Massive Deal for Zuckerberg Proves Executives Aren’t Exempt From IRL Work appeared first on Tekedia.

TikTok’s US business is seeking to secure as much as four gigawatts of computing capacity by the early 2030s, positioning the social media platform among companies competing for long-term access to the infrastructure needed to support artificial intelligence and increasingly demanding digital services. The company, officially known as TikTok USDS Joint Venture, has explored opportunities […] The post TikTok US Seeks Four Gigawatts of Computing Capacity as AI Infrastructure Demand Surges appeared first on Tekedia.

US telecommunications stocks fell on Friday after a report that SpaceX was seeking access to at least 80,000 cellular sites to build a nationwide wireless network, intensifying concerns that Elon Musk’s company could become a formidable new competitor to established mobile operators. AT&T shares dropped 5.6% to their lowest level in more than three months, […] The post US Telecom Stocks Fall as SpaceX’s Wireless Ambitions Threaten Established Carriers appeared first on Tekedia.

American Express announced it will eliminate roughly 5% of its global workforce, affecting approximately 3,850 employees, as part of a restructuring effort aimed at making the company leaner, more agile, and better prepared for artificial intelligence. The move was confirmed by Chief Financial Officer Christophe Le Caillec, who stated that the cuts will help the […] The post American Express Cuts 5% of Global Workforce to Prepare For AI appeared first on Tekedia.

Australian buy now, pay later provider Zip Co suffered its steepest intraday share-price decline on record on Friday after disclosing that an external fraud incident in the United States had disrupted transaction volumes and new customer growth during its fiscal first quarter, raising fresh concerns about its account-opening controls and operating costs. Shares in Zip […] The post Australia’s Zip Co Shares Plunge 50% After US Fraud Incident Raises Concerns Over Onboarding Controls appeared first on Tekedia.

The cryptocurrency industry continues to prioritize faster transactions and improved blockchain connectivity as decentralized finance platforms compete to attract users. Pump.fun, a popular Solana-based memecoin launchpad, has made Pump Bridge its default cross-chain route, claiming that the integration can deliver purchases twice as fast. Meanwhile, Fomo has announced its own internal bridge, highlighting the growing […] The post Pump.fun Makes Pump Bridge Its Default Cross-Chain Route as Fomo Announces Internal Bridge appeared first on Tekedia.

Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has received approval from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) to offer spot exchange services in the emirate, marking another significant development in the company’s efforts to expand its regulated presence in the global digital asset market. The approval strengthens Bybit’s position in Dubai, a growing cryptocurrency hub that has attracted exchanges, […] The post Bybit Receives VARA Approval to Offer Spot Exchange Services in Dubai appeared first on Tekedia.

Microsoft’s GPT-5 Diagnostic Orchestrator is highlighting the growing potential of artificial intelligence to transform medical diagnosis, as new claims suggest the system can identify health conditions up to four times more accurately than doctors in certain diagnostic evaluations. The development underscores how advanced AI models could support clinicians, improve diagnostic decisions and potentially reduce errors […] The post Microsoft’s GPT-5 Diagnostic Orchestrator Raises Questions About AI’s Future in Healthcare appeared first on Tekedia.

SpaceX is in talks with cellular infrastructure companies to secure access to at least 80,000 sites across the United States, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday, as Elon Musk’s space company advances plans to build a nationwide wireless network that could challenge established mobile carriers. The proposed agreements would potentially strengthen SpaceX’s path towards becoming the […] The post SpaceX Seeks Access to 80,000 US Wireless Sites as Musk Targets Nationwide Mobile Network appeared first on Tekedia.