President Donald Trump announced plans to restrict large institutional investors such as private equity firms and Wall Street-backed companies like Blackstone and Invitation Homes from purchasing additional single-family homes. He aims to improve housing affordability for individual Americans by prioritizing people over corporations in home ownership. In a Truth Social post, Trump stated: “I am […] The post Trump Highlights Plans to Restrict Large Institutional Investors from Purchases of Single Family Homes appeared first on Tekedia.

Shares of Japan’s leading chemical manufacturers slid on Thursday after China’s commerce ministry announced an anti-dumping investigation into imports of key chipmaking chemicals from Japan, a move that rattled investors and sent Chinese rivals sharply higher. The market reaction underscored both the strategic importance of semiconductor materials and the growing role of geopolitics in shaping […] The post Japan’s Chip-Chemical Champions Feel the Heat as China Opens Anti-Dumping Probe, Fueling Rally in Domestic Rivals appeared first on Tekedia.

Saudi Arabia’s SABIC has agreed to sell its European petrochemical business and its Engineering Thermoplastics operations across Europe and the Americas for a combined enterprise value of $950 million, stepping up a restructuring effort as the global chemicals industry struggles with weak demand, compressed margins and persistent overcapacity. The announcement triggered a sharp market reaction. […] The post SABIC Sells European Petrochemical and Engineering Thermoplastics Units for $950m as Prolonged Industry Slump Forces Strategic Reset appeared first on Tekedia.

Nvidia has tightened its sales terms for Chinese customers seeking its H200 artificial intelligence chips, requiring full upfront payment as the U.S. chipmaker moves to shield itself from regulatory uncertainty surrounding Beijing’s approval of the shipments, according to two people briefed on the matter who spoke to Reuters. Under the new conditions, Chinese buyers must […] The post Nvidia Demands Full Upfront Payment for H200 Chips as China Approval Uncertainty Shifts Risk to Buyers appeared first on Tekedia.

Anthropic has signed a term sheet for a $10 billion funding round that would value the artificial intelligence startup at about $350 billion, CNBC confirmed on Wednesday, underscoring the breakneck pace at which capital is still pouring into the most prominent developers of large language models. The agreement marks one of the largest private capital […] The post Anthropic Seals Term Sheet for $10bn Raise at $350bn Valuation appeared first on Tekedia.

U.S. Treasury yields ticked modestly higher on Thursday as investors positioned ahead of crucial employment data and continued to monitor geopolitical developments that could influence risk sentiment and monetary policy expectations. The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield rose more than 2 basis points to 4.163%, while the 2-year note increased by less than a basis point […] The post U.S. Treasury Yields Slightly Higher as Markets Brace for Key Jobs Data and Watch Geopolitical Risks appeared first on Tekedia.

  Business For Teens, an Egyptian educational startup focused on teaching entrepreneurship and financial literacy to teenagers, has successfully closed a six-figure pre-seed funding round aimed at accelerating its growth and expanding its reach across Egypt and the Gulf region. Launched in 2024 by Nadeem Barakat and based in Cairo, Business For Teens equips young […] The post Business For Teens Secures Six-Figure Funding to Expand in Egypt and Gulf appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Airtel Africa will use Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellites to connect 14 countries in 2026, delivering SMS and basic data to remote areas without cell towers. The post Airtel Africa to Launch ‘Direct-to-Cell’ Satellite Service in 2026 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Tekedia Capital is delighted to share exciting news from one of our portfolio companies, Corgi. The company has announced $108 million total funding rounds, with participation from Y Combinator, Kindred Ventures, Contrary, Oliver Jung, SV Angel, Phosphor Capital, Tekedia Capital, and others. This milestone follows its recent regulatory approval to launch the first AI-native, full-stack […] The post Tekedia Capital Portfolio Startup, Corgi, Raises $108M at $630M Valuation appeared first on Tekedia.

President Donald Trump on Wednesday dramatically raised the stakes in his confrontation with the U.S. defense industry, warning that major military contractors will be barred from issuing dividends or conducting stock buybacks until they significantly accelerate weapons production, expand manufacturing capacity, and fix what he described as persistent failures in equipment maintenance and delivery. In […] The post Trump Threatens Ban on Dividends and Buybacks for Defense Giants, Shares Tank appeared first on Tekedia.

U.S. private equity firm TPG Capital is in talks to acquire a minority stake of up to 20% in Indian securities firm IIFL Capital Services, according to two sources familiar with the matter, cited by Reuters. The development highlights the accelerating interest of global investors in India’s expanding financial services ecosystem. The sources said due […] The post TPG Eyes Minority Stake in IIFL Capital as Foreign Investors Deepen Push Into India’s Financial Services Boom appeared first on Tekedia.

Goldman Sachs once again sat atop the global dealmaking league tables in 2025, tightening its grip on the world’s biggest mergers as a sharp rise in mega-deals and a more permissive regulatory climate transformed the M&A landscape. According to LSEG data reported by Reuters, Goldman advised on $1.48 trillion worth of transactions last year, accounting […] The post Goldman Reclaims Dealmaking Crown in 2025 as Mega-Mergers Surge and Trump-Era Antitrust Shift Reshapes M&A appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin’s biggest players made bold moves in 2025, significantly increasing their positions, underscoring strong long-term confidence in the digital asset. According to new data from River, the top 21 Bitcoin holders accumulated a staggering 476,000 BTC worth $40 billion, boosting their collective stake to 2.57 million BTC, or 13.1% of the supply. This massive wave […] The post Bitcoin Top Investors Loaded up $40Billion Worth of BTC in 2025 appeared first on Tekedia.

Are you about to move or buy a bike online? Before you go, let’s talk about motorcycle shipping costs. Most riders get these quotes without realizing what’s hidden in the cost and why. Here is the reality about motorcycle shipping… Motorcycle shipping costs can vary from a few hundred dollars to more than $1,000. The […] The post Motorcycle Shipping Costs and What Influences Them appeared first on Tekedia.

Mukuru, a leading next-generation financial services platform, has partnered with Travelex, a market leader in foreign exchange services, to expand cash payout options for remittance customers across South Africa. The partnership reinforces Mukuru’s capabilities to provide accessible, safe, and convenient services to millions of customers who depend on remittances for daily needs. Positioned as a […] The post Mukuru and Travelex Announce Strategic Alliance to Expand Cash Payout Options in South Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

China’s leading artificial intelligence server provider xFusion has taken a formal step toward a stock market debut, hiring Citic Securities to guide it through preparations for an initial public offering, as investor appetite for AI-linked companies continues to surge. A regulatory filing published on Wednesday on the website of the China Securities Regulatory Commission showed […] The post Huawei Spin-Off xFusion Lines Up IPO Adviser as China’s AI Stock Boom Draws in Server Heavyweights appeared first on Tekedia.

During CNBC’s Power Lunch and related segments including Fast Money, host Brian Sullivan stated: “The hottest crypto trade of the year is not Bitcoin, it is not Ether, it is XRP.” Correspondent MacKenzie Sigalos described XRP as the “new cryptocurrency darling” and a quiet breakout trade. XRP surged 20-25% in the first week of January […] The post CNBC Calls XRP the Hottest Crypto Trade of the Year appeared first on Tekedia.

The USD remains the dominant reserve currency by a significant margin. According to the latest available data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Currency Composition of Official Foreign Exchange Reserves (COFER) and related analyses up to Q3 2025: The USD accounts for approximately 56-58% of allocated foreign exchange reserves around $7-7.4 trillion in value. This is […] The post Key Impacts of Gold’s Rising Role in Global Reserves appeared first on Tekedia.

Gold prices fell more than 1% on Wednesday as investors locked in profits after a strong recent rally, though losses were pared as weaker-than-expected U.S. labor market data reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve will begin cutting interest rates this year. Spot gold was down 0.9% at $4,445.32 per ounce by 1:36 p.m. ET (1836 […] The post Gold Retreats on Profit-Taking After Rally, But Fed Rate-Cut Bets and Global Risks Keep Bullion Supported appeared first on Tekedia.

Spain’s financial regulator, the Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores (CNMV), has imposed a fine of €5 million on Elon Musk’s social media platform X (formerly Twitter), permitting fraudulent advertisements related to crypto services. X is highly favored by several industry players to promote a wide range of assets from the crypto heatmap. The CNMV […] The post Spain Fines X €5 Million for Allowing Fraudulent Crypto Ads appeared first on Tekedia.

The cybersecurity landscape is evolving rapidly, with organisations seeking more robust ways to protect their digital assets. A recent global study conducted by Kaspersky reveals a growing shift toward proactive security strategies, particularly the adoption of Secure by Design development and Cyber Immunity – an innovative approach that embeds resilience directly into system architecture. The study […]

While the Big Four will still matter because of their proven commercial outcomes for investors, Francophone Africa could be an emerging market worth exploring.

Mukuru, a leading next-generation financial services platform, has partnered with global foreign exchange provider Travelex to significantly expand cash payout options for remittance customers across South Africa. The collaboration strengthens Mukuru’s ability to deliver accessible, secure, and convenient financial services to millions of customers who rely on remittances to support everyday living. As part of […]

Localized services play an important role in many economies, especially where national scale models struggle to address specific regional needs. These services often operate within narrow geographic boundaries and depend heavily on trust, timing, and relevance. Unlike mass market offerings, localized services must balance efficiency with sensitivity to privacy and context. Technology has become a […] The post How Technology Enables Discretion and Efficiency in Localized Services appeared first on Tekedia.

ASUS has announced the Zenbook DUO (2026) UX8407, an evolved take on its pioneering dual-screen laptop that delivers more power, greater portability, and a refined user experience aimed squarely at professionals and creators. Building on the success of its predecessor, the new Zenbook DUO blends cutting-edge performance with a compact, travel-ready design. At the heart […]

Africa’s relationship with technology shifted in 2025. After decades as a net consumer of imported devices, networks and energy systems, the continent is starting to treat hardware manufacturing as strategic infrastructure, not an industrial afterthought.

Dell is rolling out 2 groundbreaking UltraSharp monitors: a massive 132-cm ultrawide curved 6K model built for financial traders, executives, engineers, and data experts, and an 81-cm 4K QD-OLED display designed for creative pros who need spot-on color accuracy. Dell is expanding this legacy and introducing two new trailblazing monitors—the new Dell UltraSharp 52 Thunderbolt […]

MSCI announced that it will not proceed with its earlier proposal to exclude digital asset treasury companies (DATCOs or DATs)—firms where digital assets primarily Bitcoin make up 50% or more of total assets—from its MSCI Global Investable Market Indexes as part of the February 2026 Index Review. Companies currently included in MSCI indexes, such as […] The post MSCI Index Decides to keep DATs Including MicroStrategy in their Index appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin closed the daily candle in the red, marking its first negative daily close of the year after a strong start with several green days in early January. Bitcoin began the year on a bullish note, rallying approximately 5-8% from late-2025 lows around $88,000, briefly touching highs near $94,700. Previous days showed gains: January 3: […] The post Bitcoin Closes the Day in the Red for the First Time in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

Agriculture has long been the backbone of many African economies, employing a significant portion of the population and providing critical food security. Yet, despite its central role, the sector has faced persistent challenges: low mechanisation, fragmented supply chains, labor-intensive practices, and the pressures of a growing population.  In recent years, however, African farmers have begun […]

As Bitcoin works its way through a gradual recovery phase, a different kind of momentum is building across the AI crypto sector. Ozak AI ($OZ) is emerging as one of the strongest presale performers of early 2026, combining artificial intelligence and decentralized physical infrastructure into a fast-scaling investment narrative. Designed as a fusion of predictive […] The post Bitcoin Slowly Recovers, but Ozak AI Experiences Rapid Growth — $5.41M Raised Shows Where the Momentum Really Is appeared first on Tekedia.

The Queue Problem Isn’t Going Away I’ve spent the past year knee-deep in the world of retail transformation – building SoftPOS systems with my team at Halo Dot, running live demos on devices in actual stores, and seeing the difference it makes when technology gets into the hands of people who know how to sell. […]

Bitcoin’s setting the pace right now, and many analysts are starting to think that 2026 could be a year we remember. Two assets continue to make headlines, but for entirely different reasons. Ethereum’s holding strong, and that’s got traders feeling like a bull run is just around the corner. But while ETH’s trajectory looks promising, […] The post Little Pepe (LILPEPE) and Ethereum (ETH): 2 Top Cryptos Set to Explode Alongside Bitcoin (BTC) in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

Why Transparency and Values on Japansdates Matter More Than Ever Dating in 2026 may look very different from what it was just a few years ago. People are more aware of how online platforms like Japansdate shape communication, pacing, and expectations. Instead of chasing fast matches or surface-level interactions, many users may be looking for […] The post Love in 2026: Why Transparency and Values on Japansdates Matter More Than Ever appeared first on Tekedia.

Nike quietly sold its NFT and digital products subsidiary RTFKT acquired in 2021 during the NFT boom in December 2025, with the deal effective December 16. The buyer and terms were not disclosed. This follows Nike’s earlier decision to wind down RTFKT’s operations and pause NFT production amid a broader NFT market downturn— market cap […] The post Implications of Nike Quietly Selling RTFKT NFT Brand appeared first on Tekedia.

Morgan Stanley filed a registration statement (Form S-1) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on January 7, 2026, for the Morgan Stanley Ethereum Trust, a proposed spot Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded fund (ETF). The trust aims to track the price of Ether (ETH) by directly holding the cryptocurrency, functioning as a passive investment vehicle. […] The post Morgan Stanley Files Form S-1 with U.S. SEC for Morgan Stanley Ethereum Trust appeared first on Tekedia.